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Newspaper
Goomalling Dowerin Mail
Location
Goomalling, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 15, 1914
Page
2
Residents of Northam district may contribute to the above nwt through the Town Treasurer Cr. Kennedy at his business location or via the Town Clerk at the Town Hall.
UnderSection 4 powers the commissioners require all persons holding rations in the specified communities to return inventories of maize flour bran oats hay chaff and straw by September 25. Returns must be sent to the Royal Commissioner on the Railways Commission Act. failure to provide returns will incur penalties.
Public notice warns that trespassing or damaging property will be prosecuted under the law. The text references dates in 1974 and mentions control of town development and state actions to ensure orderly urban planning and rent-earning capacity.
Public notices from Northam about election plans and central ward events. Town Clerk deadlines set for October and October 1 forms. Residents are reminded of property eligibility and redial procedures with references to local venues and offices.
The Goomalling Dowerin Mail reports officials push for model towns by the Victoria Government to be established in irrigation areas. Victorin Irrigation Commissioner Kinood Mead advocates for towns in irrigation regions, with government support uncertain amid unpromising prospects for Stanhope and Sancopilin area plots.
The Kaiser Wilhelm der Grosse, once a symbol of Germany’s mercantile fleet, is reported sunk in war. The vessel’s fate marks the collapse of imperial sea power once touted by German leadership and its dream of dominance on the world’s oceans.
The Electoral Registrar reminds electors today is the last day to register for the State electoral rally. The office stays open until 10 o clock for electors to complete applications. Also advertised are events at the Town Hall tomorrow with a sevenfluge novelty and a musical programme. Mails and post deadlines are listed for Northam and distant locations, plus local notices on unlawful possession and a road board meeting in Goomalling.
Central districts' football and bowls items appear in a crowded notice. East Yurny hosts a football game on the last day of the voting period while bowls sees Watts win the singles in a 36-game tournament. Geraldton Patriotic Fund details and a new postal vote officer for Goottiailing are also noted.
The article notes the creation of a new townsite to be known as Wogerlin on the Wickepin Merredin railway, with commissioners appointed to oversee declarations under The Public Works Act. It also mentions easing of police powers at Nogrogering station and traffic openings along the Corrigin Bruce Rock line, plus various land open for selection near Corrigin and in Ravensthorpe and other districts.
Sir Catton Grasby warns crops along the York Merredin line are late and short but mostly sound. in other districts alarm grows as wheat prospects look poor. Farmers face drought risk despite potential rains, with calls for government relief works and support from agrarian banks to sustain farming communities.
The York Jockey Club announces acceptance details and weights to be declared around September 19 for the York meeting. Northam arrangements and the Turkey Club event are noted along with a scene of rehearsal and a dressing room anecdote.
A Kellerberrin resident reports crop delays across districts Round the Kwoje yinn Ulakain Shackleton Vlong ag Wills and Kumminin while York shows fresher harvests. Rainfall totals are just over 0 inches. settlers need better crop success and prices. War Emergency Tax schemes and reclassification proposals must align with farmer needs to keep holdings viable.
Notice requires bearers of listed commodities to show quantities in possession yesterday via provided returns. Items include wheat and pollard bran oats bran chaff and straw. Returns due by Monday. failing to comply risks penalties and heavy fines.
The Wikig town lots are opened for leasing during the annual event. Listings reference Brick 44, Tan nin Bev se CBr, and several sections with numbers such as 250, 270, and 271. Areas include Morawa, Wangan Hills, and Wavertiy Tavente with notes on lot allocation and lodging requirements.
Chronic chest complaints prompt notice of Woods production of Great Peppermint in Chre va. Details remain unclear due to fragmented OCR but indicate a medical or health-related product reference tied to a place and a brand name.
A fragmented reflection on wartime resolve and civilian duty, noting public rhetoric urging sacrifice and efficiency. The text references leaders and policies pushing for morale, industrial output, and abstinence to support victory, with critical tone toward propaganda and conformity.
The crowd roars as the harrier lines up for the race. Wonli invites a spectator into the galloping crowd while slang and banter mix with theative cheers and the scene captures a lively racing atmosphere.
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