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Newspaper
Goomalling Dowerin Mail
Location
Goomalling, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 25, 1918
Page
6
A writer recalls two days seeking employment during wartime, visiting a metal works toy making shop a balloon factory and a munitions plant. She notes long hours, uncertain openings, strong fumes, and the challenge of finding suitable work after leaving munition duties for health reasons.
Massey, Shearer, Clarence Smith and Unicorn Powell are among buyers of mouldboards now made by Withnsell's Best silver steel. The note highlights the range of brands and the shift to the new steel quality.
Mrs. F Pember of Maylands Perth reports her husband suffered chronic kidney weakness with severe back pain. After using Doan's Backache Kidney Pills relief came quickly and a full bottle cured him. Seven years later the cure endures and he remains pain free. Pills sold locally at 28 6d and by post from Foster McClellan Co.
The Hon Jas Mitchell defends his stance during the Legislative Assembly debate on Estimates. He blasts state facilities and rail networks as ahead of population, cites land settlement schemes at Esperance, and criticizes past policies that left lands idle beyond rail access. He accuses Mitchell administration of creating burdens and high freights while criticising current government.
In a police court case alleging gun use, a witness testified I was till the gun came out and after that what I know is hearsay. The remark highlights confusion over direct observation versus hearsay evidence in the assault case.
Mr CR Heppingstone Western Australian Recruiting Committee state organising secretary explains that volunteers for Ballot will receive a badge indicating willingness to serve. He notes the war nears end and soldiers may stay home, yet enlistees prove British grit by accepting Ballot conditions.
Inquest into Charles Edward Blakelys death at Kwolyin resumed in Kellerberrin before Acting Coroner Mr S Findley and a jury. Samuel Osby alias Charlie Stewart, in custody, faced charges of wilful murder as evidence was presented. The jury ruled Blakely died from skull injuries and brain lacerations caused by Osby and he was committed for trial.
John Humphreys an 18 ½ year old admitted stealing three one pound notes 29 shillings in silver and a pair of boots from Neil Archibald Munro while working in a railway camp near Dowerin on October 5. He fled via train to Northam and Perth wearing the boots and spending the money. Convicted earlier this year for a prior theft, he was ordered one month hard labor plus six weeks for the lapse.
The berths on all passenger trains leaving Kalgoorlie for Port Augusta for the next week or two have been taken. Most delayed travelers have been accommodated and further bookings are already underway. Holiday makers, military officers, and distinguished visitors are expected to strain carriage space for months.
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