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Newspaper
Goomalling Dowerin Mail
Location
Goomalling, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 10, 1913
Page
3
In Goomalling a local ambulance vehicle has been noted in town after a recent event. The town considers the incident a potential catalyst for improved medical services and public safety response. Community members urge careful assessment of resources and planning.
The district wheat show awarded top prizes to J. M. Carroll of Northam for Alpha wheat and strong yields from several districts. H. W. Son of Toodyay and G. Fleet of Walbankin displayed notable gluten strength and high bushel per acre figures. J. M. Carroll, L. E. Smith, and Jona Lawler led in variety collections and grain quality, with rainfall data and farm practices underpinning the results. Wool prizes also recognized Merino fleeces and strong wool, mirroring overall agricultural excellence.
The Northam Bowling Carnival organizes a large entry from local clubs with Northam’s team strong. committees press ahead with arrangements for the big event. Sessions include secretary Ms Middleton and a judges meeting on Tuesday. entries close soon for Fours, Singles, and Pair events under WA rules with trophies and prizes on offer.
A Claremont show feature highlights Mr W Pedbury's pavilion with prize winning grain habits from the recent Northam agriculturural show. Prizes include £888 for the best collection of grains grown by a single farmer in the district and other high value awards reflecting the district's fine grain production.
A noisy community event marked by a farmers' gathering at Bulge with a committee arranging the program. The day featured performances from the Micering Mexico Sunday School superintendent and a children’s contingent, plus prize listings for various age groups and contests.
Perseval Hem George Rendell celebrated a birthday on Sunday, remains hale and hearty, and plans to continue his business as usual. Rendell was born in Hampersbury on October 5, 1890, and arrived in Western Australia, living a long life with a noted public service career.
St Joseph's Ronan Catholic Church hosts a bazaar at Palace Theatre from Tuesday to Saturday. Mr James Mitchell will open the event with a ceremony on Tuesday evening at eight, with a tug of war featuring local teams, sideshows, and stalls running nightly from 7 30. Messieurs Lynch and Tom JIngon are joint secretaries.
Officers of the Avent-General High Commission forward prize winning carts and printed cards showing varieties and per acre yields. Displaying these exhibits in England would direct attention to farming efforts and the excellent progress noted by the state for those considering taking up agriculture.
The Eastern district racing round will resume Saturday with a programme including firm races and a November Handicap. Train services will run to Merking, with details for return travel and entries for the meeting, including five and a half furlongs, six furlongs and one mile events.
The Coomalling Rao Club planned a picnic open to district horses, seeking to test community reception. Despite initial doubts, the programme drew strong interest and exceeded early expectations.
A fragmented notice invites owners to attend a Jennacubbine Rare Club meeting. It names secretary A J Glass of Jennacubbine and Mr Horace Withnell of Northam as contacts. The text references a Wednesday meeting timing but is garbled.
Cricket Club, after a successful season, aims to defend the Nor th am district premiership by assembling a strong team for this year. The annual meeting at the Parish Hall is set for tomorrow evening at 7 30. Intending members and all interested are urged to attend.
Northam Golf Club members arrange a weekend outing to face seaside players with about a dozen members expected to travel for what is described as an enjoyable trip.
The farmer rejoices after welcome rain yesterday and looks toward a fine harvest. The Northan Eisteddfod will be held at the Town Hall on October 21 22 and 23 with events each night. Entries close tomorrow Saturday October 11 increasing local interest and entertainment value.
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