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Newspaper
Goomalling Dowerin Mail
Location
Goomalling, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 14, 1913
Page
2
Racing notes from Goomalling and Northam events list the November 5 meeting with weight allowances, trial stakes, and prize money. Includes entries for Embee Wanduat Hoon Oolales and other horses, plus conditions for weights, penalties, and nomination deadlines with notices from the Hon. Secretary Jenkin and race committee.
A general meeting of holders of the Goomalling Dowerin said group will be held at the Mechanics Institute on Saturday October 18 at 3 pm. Business productive suggestions for future shows. Stray notice: one blade-faced dog stray. Current rates of interest offered on property. Details from W Gourtbspe, Barrister and Solicitor, Goowatling, or Mr EY Taylor's office Dowerin. Monthly pickups at Wongan Hills first Thursday evening. The date noted is Tuesday October 4 2003.
Short, garbled want ad seeks a middle aged, trustworthy female for an unspecified situation. It mentions a few proper names such as Watkins and Witcheli and references an office, providing minimal, unclear details about location or duties.
An item listing announces two harvesters for sale including a Massey Hart Une Sunshine unit. The notice provides a concise sale offer with minimal detail and no price.
Reported death toll rises at Northam Government Hospital with most patients from other districts. Willie Holton a laborer aged 65 died of a kidney complaint. Robert Cawser, caretaker at the Northam railway yard, died in hospital on Sunday night. Detectives connected to Malenene reported his death.
To let a galvanised iron store room 20 by 30 with jarrah floor at the rear of W McCreerys boot factory near Withnall Foundry. Apply via this paper.
The article discusses a committee act prohibiting certain fruit exports and mentions poison risks from blue bell and narcotic powders affecting sheep and lambs. It notes rainfall and crop prospects in Victoria and Western districts, rail and road plans, and local loans and development initiatives amid unsettled weather.
The Bon Marche Stores host a spring show praised for excellence of quality and exclusiveness of design. Community cricket notes cover St John’s Club meeting delays, wool market reports from Delenty & Co. and local incidents, including a bulldog attack on a heifer and Northam Wesley Circuit affairs with renewal of church leadership and Synod planning.
The instructional staff and non commissioned officers of the Defence Forces are preparing a physical training camp at Kourrakatle, with courses in musketry drill and company tactics. Aimed at deploying later this year, it follows a Northam program and involves Captain Lalor and Brigadier Maine among others.
The Carbelic bazaar unfolds at the Palace Theatre with lively entertainment by Moslay Aichi and Muay amt. Pipe music and vocal interludes promise an attractive program. Honorary committee members Tyneh and A. Tomlinson have prepared a strong lineup after months of work to ensure a successful event.
The Melbourne price scene shows corn sacks at high levels not seen in years with forward-delivery quotes around 7/4 to 7/9 and old standards near 4/9, reflecting widespread price gains across wheat, wool, and other staples due to poor seasons and low stocks. Government rates and rising imports add to the volatility as buyers watch the futures and local supplies.
Mrs Withmell arrives in Norwich while the Agricultural Society prepares for a Saturday meeting. The event aims to discuss future inquiries, weeded topics, and community wellbeing as Mrs Arthur Loton returns home after illness and recovery.
Lawn tennis reports a Saturday afternoon match between May Reserve and Presbyterians. Despite missing several players, Les Hytecian stars led May Reserve to a six sets to one game win while individual results show Fussell Morrell Geldard Gudgeon and Richardson among scorers for various pairs. Presbyterians totaled six sets and one game, with notable wins by Geldart and Gudgeon, as listed in the match summary.
The article outlines the final match between Ides and Wesley to be played at BU after morning courts and a local club event. It lists players and potential Wesley team selections including Mesdames Waits Salter and Miss Wickes along with several others.
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