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Newspaper
Goomalling Dowerin Mail
Location
Goomalling, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 22, 1920
Page
5
George Broonhall notes a Times report predicting a possible world wheat surplus in the coming war year starting September 4. India shows a crop surplus of over a million tons with export embargoes easing later toward a planned price and purchase scheme. If the monsoon is favorable another large surplus could follow by the end of August 1921.
The Avon Bacon Company from Northam competed against major eastern firms at the Bendigo show. Under Mr W A Nankervis, they won five prizes including two firsts and two thirds, proving Western Australian cured meats can rival established eastern factories. The firm also fielded exhibits at three shows this season, earning thirteen prizes in five months of operation.
The September issue of Versoma features masterworks by eminent writers though space is limited. Leach's Family Dreammaker showcases home fashion for matron to child with varied styles. The October edition promises charming English fashion trends, descriptions of garments, and child wear designs from Gordon and Gotch Australasia.
A ceremony at St. John s Church Northam united Miss Claraugh Pugh eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs Kk E Pugh Northam with Mr Frank Kirwan Perth. Rev H D Grimes officiated as organist Mr Freeman. The couple left for their honeymoon after a reception at the bride s parents home.
Mr J U Doyle announces a shift in shed operations at Ras Northam Depot formerly run by Messrs Barr. Carter & Bar Agents invite entries and dates for shearing. H J Doyle, contractor, offers services from Hanger's Buildings Howard Street Perth with telephone 2285.
Price list shows wines from J B Carter including Port at 6d per bottle, Family Port at 1s per bottle, Mitscat at 2s per bottle, Hardy Port at 26d per bottle, and Hardy’s Wuscat at 2s 6d per bottle.
A sheep shearing event will begin soon with a full team of seasoned shearers and expert supervise ment. Wool will be clipped, baled, and prepared for transport as owners prepare for the process under Mr C S Rhodes.
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