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Newspaper
Goomalling Dowerin Mail
Location
Goomalling, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 23, 1916
Page
3
Victorian agriculture officials report Australian Wheat Pool sales totaling about 1.4 million tons including local orders. The largest sale would net around 2.5 million pounds, with further earnings estimated from 4s 6d per bushel after expenses. Freight and shipping adjustments loom as plans unfold.
A reader laments rising land and income taxes plus health acts and inspections, arguing the burden threatens leaving the country. He recounts faulty electrical notices, asks for guidance on wiring rules, and jokes about modern regulations, transport, and everyday life.
A Northam observer denounces the Fire Underwriters' Association for inspecting electrical work and withholding certificates that raise insurance rates. The piece accuses the association of one sided power, inflated costs, and ineffective enforcement, urging government action to standardize wiring and curb the association's influence.
Garden Notes by A Andrews offers winter advice on rose cultivation including bed preparation, spacing, and stock selection. It covers half standards versus dwarfs, mildew control with sulfur, watering and mulching, and ordering roses early due to import limits. It also touches on electrical fittings safety and government protection.
Elder Shenton and Co report at Midland Junction market May 17 with 3050 sheep and lambs 259 pigs 62 cattle yarded. Prime sheep in strong demand with heavy crossbreds 10s to 19d. cattle 62 driven by high beef prices and short supplies. porkers and sows also active. overall yarding mixed quality from farming districts. prices steady to higher across categories.
A satirical critique of election tactics in Western Australia cites Colebatch and the Liberal Right in East Province, discusses Labour and ALF roles, and accuses media outlets like Northam Advertiser of bias while noting disputes over recounts and transport arrangements. The piece names McCabe, Watts, Hannagan, Webb, Kenneally, and mentions South Greenough results.
Philena Vale meeting scheduled, Kalgoorlie event won by Bob Burns, with 13 060 pounds from 82 000 total. Paddy Bolger receives two votes. Westonia weights to be published later. Durrawa disappointed in Coolgardie hurdle. Tippo pays 21 1 in the Third Crisé Plate at the Trots. G H Wickham resigns as secretary of the W A Turf Club after long service.
The text urges men to ensure their wives and daughters are well clothed for winter, noting new manufacturer samples at Melvin's Bon Marche in Nothem. It invites the public to view dress lengths hats warm underclothes and raincoats displayed in windows or on counters with no obligation to purchase.
Westonia Race Club lists handicap declarations from Mr D C Braham for tomorrow’s meeting. Publican’s Purse six entries include Posse and Ayr Sou with weights, while Greenfinch Stakes features Posie Merossa and Miss Joyance among others. Additional events Edna May Cup and Central Handicap list Pilbara Crown Thistle and Extortion with varying weights.
Mrs Steivhens aims to ratify the pubis of Northam and continue Tattersalls Hotel dining rooms. The establishment will be run with high close manners, catering to visitors with first class sleeping accommodations and excellent cuisine. The chef is capable and the public may expect quality treatment.
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