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Newspaper
Goomalling Dowerin Mail
Location
Goomalling, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 25, 1918
Page
5
Boans reveals a new mail order catalogue featuring men’s and women’s apparel plus juvenile lines. Highlights include frocks, millinery, blouses, skirts, coats, footwear, lingerie and knitwear in cotton and wool. Shoppers are urged to apply early for the nearly ready issue.
A wartime appeal urges mayors and district chairmen to convene public meetings to discuss and implement local fundraising for the War Patriot Fund. Subscriptions, Carnivals, fetes, street collections, and gifts are proposed with receipts to be reported to the Central Appeal Committee.
Mrs R W Smith aged 57 died Friday at Stony Farm Blackline. She leaves husband R W Smith, a son and daughter, and several relatives. Funeral Saturday at St John's Church Chelline with portion of burial service. interment at Northam Cemetery Anglican section. Rev AL Marshall officiated. "I Know Thou Lover of My Soul" sung. Chief mourners listed. funeral arrangements by J W Puralows.
A historical notice argues promises made to soldiers' families during wartime require continued funding beyond separation allowances. It praises the Wier Patriotic Fund and Central Appeal Committee for maintaining support to wives and children of front-line men, urging Western Australia to contribute to ensure families never face hardship.
Arch bishop Riley condemns harsh penalties for drinkers and calls for reform of drunkenness laws. He argues against locking up the drunk and supports humane treatment, noting that prison worsens behavior and suggesting options like farms for sentenced women and limits on penalties for responsible adults. He warns the church must avoid taking a side just to be popular and questions alignment with workers.
Commander Simms praised London hospitality as the Lord Mayor toasted the President. Simms, born in Canada, claimed a blood-bond link between Britain and the United States, pledging full support if the British Empire faces danger. He now commands Allied Navies west of Ireland.
A collection of World War I era tales praises British seamanship and ingenuity. It recounts how crews used clever devices and bold actions against U boats, including decoy barrels, hidden armament, and a dramatic sinking of a submarine by a shell hit. A widow acting in a dramatic rescue is also described as a notable feat.
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