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Newspaper
Goomalling Dowerin Mail
Location
Goomalling, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 30, 1915
Page
2
Northam Rowing and Boating Club hosts a charity event on the Avon River Easter Monday April 5. Events include a tub race greasy pole crossing the Avon handicap swimming and sculling plus a tug of war and outrigged races with prizes, entrance fees and trophies valued in shillings and pence. Joint secretaries H P Colbatch and L J Haining announce entries due by April 1 with admission for gentlemen and ladies and a Belvian Relief Fund aid.
A terse notice informs a recipient that 49 Ute units are being removed from a site. The message implies organizational action and dates are not provided, with emphasis on the removal task and the parties involved.
Public racing events announced by the West Australian Trotting Association list multiple harness races. Includes Melville Handicap and Asborne Handicap with one mile heats, two mile events, and first night Monday April 5th. Seals Plates and class structures with entry fees and schedule presented by W G Greenwell, Secretary.
Commonwealth of Australia invites tenders for supply and delivery of white poles and associated timbers along the telegraph line between Northam Midland and Yorks to Perth. Tenders close April 1 1915 with deposits and quotations required. details from Perth departmental store and West Masters Office.
Auction notices for military horsee buyers in Australia list locations York April 7 Northam April 9 Wongamine April 15 Newcastle April 16 and Chadison’s sale at Newcastle on April 16. Records show dates and places for horse auctions connected to the Imperial Expeditionary Force.
Goomalling Roads Board announces annual elections with nominations due by a set date. Election to be held April 14, 1915, following retirement of several ward members. Returning Office G. Waitluck. Public works contract tenders due March 30. School removals listed for Corrigin Narrogin Northam Merredin. Under-Secretary C A Munt oversees notices.
The Grain and Foodstuff Board under the Grain and Foodstuff Act 1914 notifies all wheat holders who have failed to furnish returns to the Board that they may face sale of their wheat. Forms are available from the Secretary of the Board. Chairman Geo. J. Cotton leads the board.
Removal notice indicates the Bank of New South 28 has been removed by the firm Firewal ite TOTTER HOTEL in a business action. The fragmentary text references a removal order or filing affecting the bank and involved party names.
Let on Selby Street and Duke Street listings show coop rooms and brick cottages for tenants. Fitzgerald Street West and Charles Street offer brick jointed cottages with amenities and nearby tele cottage options available in weeks. Apply to Watkins and Mitchell, The Arcade, Northam.
Relief effort details indicate Belgian aid subscriptions will be directed to the Municipal Treasurer, Cr Kontincy, and H. Duence, Tow s Clerks, with donations forwarded promptly. The message urges willing residents to contribute to support relief operations.
Western Australian timetable note shows changes to Perth Albany line with additional services between Perth and Albany and through stops at intermediate stations. Special Easter holiday arrangements include extra morning and afternoon trains, reduced running days, and revised departure times. W. Lord, Acting Chief Traffic Manager, directs alterations and urges passengers to consult official timetables for full details.
The Retail Traders Association announces Easter holiday closure of Nortium retail wares on Friday April 4 and Badier Monday April 5. By order W. K. Powleal Pecadent Blonsinge, Secretary.
A Watts and Son advertise a public auction of household furniture and effects in Lynden on Wednesday next starting at 2 30 pm. Items listed include upright grand piano, motor cue, sulkies, sideboard, washstands, beds, chests, chairs, crockery and linoleum. Auctioneers warn prospective buyers to come early to inspect and bid.
Look Cabe will take out and refurn buyers free of charge and will leave Watts Fruit Shop for the sale at 1.90 pm, 2 p.m. Ged 2.30 pm. A Watts Co Auctioneers W Park EST END Tailor. Next to McKenzie's Motor Garage opposite Lands Office Northam Clenim or Dye repairs or altars in suite. Also Tadies Collcy rte etc Gentlemen's own material made up.
A cluttered 19th century notices page reports Easter fixtures changes, travel plans, and a nurse obituary. It notes holiday excursions, railway arrangements, and a funeral for Nurse Wood who served as matron on immigrant ships to WA. Also mentioned are farm yield figures and averages for the year 1283 bushels per acre.
A vivid report recounts a social at Werley Church featuring games and a cooking display by the Red Geranium hosts. The event includes a guessing competition led by Mr. J W and organizer Mr. Para, with audience interest in crafts, decor, and conversation.
The Roads Board plans major upgrades in Goomalling including main streets and footpaths with kerbing to improve drainage and repairs. A £1000 loan is approved, subsidies from government reduced to £400, and residents in lowe ward will meet to discuss the plan. Nominations for Roads Board elections close April 7. A Mechanics Institute debate society is proposed with a meeting planned for early April.
Dr Louis Gelle begins medical practice at the corner of Wellington and Barrack streets in Perth. Office hours until and by appointment. Also notes reading materials and daily newspapers available at Castle for readers.
A public letter from WE Counthood, Hon. Secretary, Toodyay District Farmers Assist Association, discusses a proposed relief scheme for distressed mothers. It requests publicity through women members, naming Mrs Foster as contact for details and coordination across centers. The note mentions monetary assistance, nursing care, board, and home visits to support families awaiting aid.
Reports from the Aquatic Comval committee's Sunday morning meeting show satisfactory progress. Entries are coming in for all events and the carnival is seen as likely to succeed. a dance at the Town Halls next Monday to aid Belgians is expected to attract a large crowd.
The Trotting Association offers 775 sovereigns in stakes for the Kaster carnival. The event runs Saturday and Monday with the Easter Cup of 200 sovereigns on Saturday and the Perth Hundie wap of 180 sovereigns as the main event. Visitors from the country are expected in Perth for Easter, with evenings planned around the trotters.
Arrangements are being made for a day of rifle shooting at the Northam range on Friday.
The Northam bowlers travel to York on Wednesday to challenge the York Club for the Colebatch Cup. Many Northam players plan to join the Kanter Carnival in Perth. Upon return, the club will stage the championship singles pairs and fours, with Dr Rockett offering a trophy for the singles and prizes for the pairs and fours.
To Advertisers our advertisers are requested to note that all alterations to standing advertisements must reach this office not later than Wednesday and Saturday evenings All copy for display advertisements must be tamed in before midday on Mondays and Thursdays.
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