Dowerin Farewell Social For Mr Thompson At Dower
At the old Methodist Church in Dower a valedictory social honored Mr Truman Thompson as he leaves the district to start a business at Bakers Hill. He is praised for his church and social contributions during three years in Dower and a gold pendant was presented. A euchre party and dance are planned at the Agricultural Hall on May 7 to aid the Anglican Church funds.
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Old Methodist Church
Dower
Truman ‘Thompson
Baker's Hill
Doweria
Thompson
Messrs
Gee, Allanson
C. Auyter
Lindsay
Fag Wbdd
Congregational Church
Tan
Mrr.Butcher
Farmers and Settlers' Association stance on rail freight
J Deane Hammond of Cuttening Kellerberrin challenges Morrell's claim that the Farmers and Settlers' Association neglected railway freight reform. He cites years of engagement with the Railway Commissioner, joint committees, and actions to reduce production costs for farmers, despite political tensions and internal divisions.
Political shifts and debates in Western Australian politics
A long narrative outlines Mr. J. McDonald leaving Gascyne for Melbourne to attend family matters, signaling a Labor vacancy. It discusses possible Liberal successors, the state vs private enterprise debate on railways and post office, and critiques State Socialism with references to Moora Herald and local MLAs.
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J. McDonald
Gascyne
Melbourne
Daily News
McDonald
Western Australia
The
Christian Brothers
England
America
Post Office
Stars
Jennapullin
J. Mitchell
M.L.A
Liberal Party
Midland Railway Company
Moora Herald
Midland
Trouble for Brother Jonathan in Mexico reflected in imperial stance
A historical column argues for continued American intervention to enforce order in Mexico after subjugation efforts in the Philippines. It predicts long, hard campaigns, guerrilla resistance, and a need to remain in charge to bring stability under what it terms God Government.
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Jonathan
Mexico
Becaus
Blexico
America
Uncle Sam
Diaz
The
Styx
Federal Football Club Elects Officers At Shamrock Hotel
A general meeting of the Federal Football Club will be held at the Shamrock Hotel this evening to elect officers, review the balance sheet, and conduct general business.
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Federal Football Club
Shamrock Hotel
West Australian inventors spark new brake and engine ideas
West Australian inventor Cheney claims a brake outperforming Westinghouse, with a Perth firm formed to exploit the Cheney brake near Kulum. A farm harvester engine retrofit aims to match tractor power using two horses and a 5 hp engine. Geraldton’s T. J. McRauran introduces an automatic telephone recorder backed by a Melbourne company planning market rollout.
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Wextinghouse
Cheney
W.A.G.R
Kulum
Perth
Wee
T. 3. Mc Rauran
Geraldton
Melbourne
St Johns Croquet Club Elects Officers at Adjourned Meet
At the adjourned annual meeting held in the Parish Hall on Tuesday evening the St John s Croquet Club elected officers for the coming year. President Mrs A L Marshall, vice president Mrs O L Bernard, committee Mrs Watkins Hodges Nicholson Colbatch and Dutton, secretary and treasurer Mrs T S Dunkley.
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A. L. Marshall
O. L. Bernard
Mesdames Watkins, Hodges
Nicholson
Haircare Revolution Described in Saloon Setting
The article notes a new lustre in hair achieved with electric brushes, installed in Tim Harnett's saloon. It highlights the adoption of electric grooming devices as a modern improvement in barbering services.
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Tim Harnett
Mystery vessel enters the Swan harbor claims disputed name
Dr. Fred Jones of Fremantle cites the Mystery built on the Swan by Leavy Jones as the first craft to enter the harbor. Peter Hedland, reportedly skipper, may be connected to Davy Jones who built the first boat, the Fur Press, not the Duchess as visitors allege. Another boat by James, the Ada or Sudden Term, carried the notorious container De Rougemont on past pearling and indie fishing ventures.
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Patt Hedland
Leavy Jones
Peter Hedland
Tihe Harbour
Fred. Jones
Fremantle
Davy Jones
Locker
Fred
South Perth
Mnes
Ada
Rontiner
de Rougemont
Northam district 1913 14 crop and stock report
Constable W L. F. Robinson reports the Northam sub-district season 1913 14 stock declines across horses cattle sheep and pigs with heavy losses due to deaths though slaughter for food rose. Crop totals include 39 701 acres sown and 351 045 bushels of wheat from 35 189 acres with 49 780 bushels sown and 34 183 cwt manure used. Bakery Hill fruit and Baker's Hill area show ongoing growth despite markets.
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W L. F. Robinson
Northam
Seabrook
Grass Valley
Southern Brook
Yarramony
Irish Town
Muresk
Spencer’s Brook
Mokine
Clackline
Wooroloo
Toodyay
Baker's Hill
H. C. Baker
York
Eastern Police District
Constable McArthur
Goowanger
Northamt Rifle Club Annual Meeting Accounts
The Northamt Rifle Club met at the Commercial Hotel Tuesday evening with Mr Eaton presiding. Accounts showed a small debit balance when closed. Elections: President J Sibbald. vice presidents Jas Byfield A B Kidson Neil Kennedy D T Morrell E Stacler. captain R Wallace. treasurer Ashton Hunter. secretary G Young. committee Haton Haining Dibbs Henley Pearse Snell. auditors Eaton Henley. Captain Wallace to be delegate to the Eastern District Union of Rifle Clubs. Decision to pursue a new range with help from the Northan Advancement Association and to present the matter at the forthcoming conference. Names of members preparing for the Kalgoorlie prize sweep are given.
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We Northamt Rifle Club
Commercal
Sveming
Mir. Eaton
J. Sibbald
Messrs
Jas. Byfield
A. B. Kidson
Neil Kennedy
D. T. Morrell
E. Stacler
R. Wallace
Afr
Ashton Hunter
G. Young
Haton
Haining
Dibbs
Henley
Pearse
Snell
Eaton
Mr. Wallace
Eastern District Union of Rifle Clubs
Northan Advancement Associatem
Kalgoorfie
Kalgoorlie Races Second Day Acceptances
Kalgoorlie race program lists acceptances for the second day events. Included are entries for Six Furlong sprint class and additional races with entries shown as placeholders pending final confirmation. The notice outlines tomorrow’s planned running and participant eligibility.
Dependable Household Ironmongery at the Store
The department boasts a full assortment of Sulicepans kettles buckets brushware enamelware and cutlery. Marketing highlights include low prices and a wide range of home essentials to attract winter shoppers.
Farmers see mixed grain crop and strong grazing season
The report notes shrivelled grain samples this season and overall poor harvests in some areas due to late sowing and poor cultivation, while graziers fared well. Farmers prepare land for next season with large wheat areas expected. Ongeruy shows extensive clearing and early signs of encouraging prospects despite some poor retums from weak tilth.
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Ongeruy
Doan's Backache Kidney Pills Promised Relief
An advertisement touts Doan's Backache Kidney Pills as a cure for kidney and back pain. Personal testimonials from customers, including residents of Midwood Junction and Worth, claim dramatic improvement after use, with prices listed and purchase options. The notice also mentions a forthcoming review of the London wealth Electoral Rolls and legal actions under the Electoral Act.
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Isleley
Deepay
Bright
Ake
We. C. Bass
Gayinedriver
Midhaod Junction
Perth
Anya
Avad Voan
Panejboard
Dogn
Doas
Ben
Dosa
Kinney
Aia Bettien
McClelan Coy
Murray-stint
Worth
Bloxsidge's One Shilling Window Sale Opens
The notice advertises Bloxsidge's sale and promotes an electric brush-up and electric face massage at T Hamett's hairdressing saloon. Castledine's offers a fine collection of Easter cards for all tastes and purses, urging timely purchases.
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Bloxsidge
T. Hamett
Castledine's
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Mitchell
J. Deane Hammond
Cuttening
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West Australian Wool and Skin Company, Ltd
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Scott Brrest
Fremantla
Werteam
A. Seeder
Fitmoreald Ln
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