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Newspaper
Northam Courier
Location
Northam, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 17, 1912
Page
3
In Dowerin the town and district expressed satisfaction after the Goomalling Police Comet report about the Glad Hotel. Mr. B. Temguy, licensee and manager, was praised for exemplary conduct. Complaints from those opposing the license were noted as unfounded.
Widespread mild to warm conditions noted with cooling changes in recent days. Farmers and Settlers Association held its monthly meeting on Saturday the 7th, discussing water supply police protection and rates for third-class labour and farm distance guarantees along main lines. Public health concerns cited including disease and unsanitary conditions along the railway route and townships. Municipal church services held by Anglicans and Congregationalists with ministers Rev Vine and Rev Horton in attendance.
An inquest opened into the death of Reuben Irwin Weston aged about 20 at Mumperkine. Coroner Mr W By Conan presided with a jury at Northam Hospital. Witnesses described a rifle discharge from an upstairs room, with family members testifying to the victim’s recent health and routine before the accidental shooting. The body was later interred in the Anglican Northam cemetery with a large local attendance.
In a West Australian district match at West Surtham, Northam bowled Wesley out for 251 and then pressed to victory by an innings and 187 runs. Key performances include Mettam taking four wickets, and Carr contributing 63. The game featured a lengthy scoreline, with Jenkins and Maschmedt sharing multiple wickets, and the Northam team finishing strong as the innings closed. The report also notes a broader program of amateur competitions and local entertainment that evening.
In East Northam on Saturday Country batted first and were dismissed for 126 behind St John’s. Only Morrall reached double figures with 12 not out as Colnthay’s bowlers dominated. St John’s won by an innings and 43 runs after the Country’s follow-on left them at 41.
At the Northam Municipal Council meeting the newly elected Mayor presented the statement of estimated revenue and expenditure for the year ending October. The plan differs from the prior mayor’s figures and outlines revenue from general rate, loan rate, government subsidies, electric light, and sundries. The Mayor notes a projected revenue of 8,205 and expenditures of 1,713 with potential deficits and questions the river-improvement funds, promising further review and possible future proposals.
Terse, period style letter from T. J. Pemberton defends Canderdin post office location amid public criticism by Mr. Donovan. The exchange questions who benefits, argues the post office serves farmers and businessmen, and laments public benevolence versus private interests.
A. Watts & Co advertises multiple rural properties for sale near Monitering, with 700 acres described as cleared and fenced, 200 acres fallow, and 9 rental acres. Terms include £400 cash, £200 per year rent, and price on application. Other listings include 150 acres cleared, 1000 perches of water, and additional tracts in Goomalling and surrounding districts.
An odd clipped ad urges readers to contact a printer for hot pieces like tickets, billheads, visiting cards and ball programmes. The fragment mentions a phone contact and highlights special offerings while implying a local business outreach.
The article details Frank Wootton’s fourth straight triumph as leading jockey in England. It tracks his early start in South Africa at eleven, apprenticeship with his father, move to England, and rising totals against rival T Maher. It notes his premiership amid stewards’ disputes and a mid season layoff, with final tallies showing Wootton 118 and Maher 199.
Northam School Board met last week to consider raising West Northam to Standard VL, and to evaluate Dandabin quarters and Grass Valley report. They urged early start on a new Berry Hill school, called for removal of the unsound Dandabin building, and asked urgent repairs to Southern Brook drift lines. The board also planned a Ferry Hill school with minimal delay and accepted an invitation to prize distribution day at Northam Central School. Printing services offered from visiting cards to posters.
The funeral of Tate Mrs. Henry Sermon, who died near Meckering on Wednesday, was largely attended. The service at the Anglican Church was led by Rev TH Vine, with a large cortege from the homestead to the church and graveside. Pallbearers included C. Kuhones, Osborne Wilwon, L. A. Solon Deva, and G. Halvert. mourners included H J Sermon, Nelson Seeman, and the Snook and Sermon families. Wreaths came from numerous relatives and friends. The arrangements were conducted by J. W. Purslowe of Northam.
Eastern District tennis action unfolds tomorrow afternoon as Wesley and Presbyterian clubs meet on their home courts for mixed doubles and singles. Teams feature Willis, Stephen, Medling, Roy, Mrs Watts, Miss Nunweek, McGregor, Kinber among others. Meckering Tennis Club plans a Northam visit to face St John’s Tab at St John’s courts with six men and six ladies expected to play starting 2:30 pm.
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