12 Nov 1920
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Newspaper
Goomalling Dowerin Mail
Location
Goomalling, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Nov 12, 1920
Page
1
It is six weeks to Christmas and Toyland invites customers to choose seats now. The store boasts the largest and best selection of dolls, toys, silver-plated ware, fancy goods, brushes, cycles, perambulators, and perfumes.
A local council case notes the nomination of A ALA by Seventh Day Adventists for a public office. The nominating figure, Cr Drinkley, expresses intent to pursue prohibition aligned with temperance ideals. The account mentions a recent visit to Nertham and a hope to meet local residents during the stay.
Market notes show cattle and hogs sold with better prices compared with last week. Merinos and baconers command higher bids while store stock eased, with 725 pigs submitted and overall heavier midweights bringing improved but uneven returns.
A fragment shows diners planning breakfast orders, with informal slang and scattered names. The text hints at bacon and eggs for tomorrow and a discussion among companions about what Jim will drink or eat, set in a casual morning scene.
A brief item notes a local matter involving Detontes and the Northam and District agent in relation to Perth area tasks. The report references addresses and correspondence across multiple names, detailing a formal arrangement or inquiry. Further specifics are limited by the fragmentary text.
A lyrical reflection on life and love as the speaker contemplates time with a son to carry the family name. The piece contrasts quiet affection with the passage of days, suggesting contentment amid ordinary existence.
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