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Newspaper
Goomalling Dowerin Mail
Location
Goomalling, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 15, 1915
Page
2
Found a ranch of keys and an owner may claim them by applying at this office and paying expenses. Municipality of Northam holds a Court of Revision of Electoral Lists on Sunday October 21 with Rev G McLaren and services listed including morning Bible class and evening farewell sermon.
The article argues for dairy industry cooperation to curb capital outflow and drought risks. It highlights successful dairy regions in Australia and Denmark, urging farmers to build butter factories, silos, and fodder preservation like silage, with Commissioner Connor stressing regular payments to producers and resilient supply during bad years. It notes climatic doubts but says enterprise and co operation can create reliable butter production locally.
A chaotic OCR fragment reports political disputes in Northam and mentions actions by local authorities, a proposed extension of post and memorial events, and references to battles or wartime sentiment. It includes names like Admiral Kevlry and discussions of public notices, feast days, and community gatherings with scattered, unclear details.
A 1915 race program listing November 3 events. It covers stakes races including Six Furlongs and distances like Five Furlongs and Two Furlongs. Entries list first, second, and third horses with odds and nomination fees for the Eastern Districts races.
Fragmented text outlines racing regulations and penalties for WA Turf Club events. It mentions weight dilations, penalties of extra pounds, and a notice for a meeting on Wednesday October 2 with entries due by October 27. It references weigh in times and responsibilities of owners and trainers.
Notices seek tender from interested parties to contract wheat and chat cartage for settlers in Western Australia. Details require price per ton mile for a district, district preference, wagon and horse teams, with notices from LP Chambers Perth September 30 1916 and Commonwealth income tax guidance for returns, absentee rules, and offices in Melbourne and Western Australia.
Fragmented OCR text outlines a racing association in eastern districts with dates, fines, and gate additions. The readable items mention applications for positions, alleged schedules, and a mandate to attract members, with references to managers, gates, and a measured timeline.
The Nurtuam Choral Society announces a concert at the Town Hall in aid of Saint Tag Funds. Admission is one shilling, with all proceeds to the fund. the hall has been hired for the event and preparations are underway.
The Buckland fete and associated events are fully funded by Mr and Mrs Mekins and Emyn charities. No official coverage will be omitted, and the plan promises a notable display with a red beacon. Vehicles will direct traffic from the main road starting at 1 o'clock.
Sir Charles Gosde visited Northam on Tuesday and departed for Toodyay on Wednesday as part of a business and pleasure trip to Western Australia. The marriage of Mr J McPherson and Miss L Oliver was celebrated on Wednesday with a reception. Miss Oliver, teacher at Jennatulien, received a salad bowl gift on Friday. Local officials and community figures attended a reception at The Bungalow and Bucklands. The Northam Baptist Church hosted a social for Rev F C Serekami before his move to West Leederville. The region prepared for troop provisions and community aid amid ongoing civic activities.
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