Fatal Riding Accident at Goomalling Claims Mrs Slater
A local woman, Mrs Mary Slater, wife of Henry Slater, died after a riding incident near Cranville Farm following Mass at Goomalling. Her horse veered from control, she was thrown, and despite Dr Cockey's verdict of death, the coroner waived an inquiry. She leaves a husband and four sons, with funeral rites held at St. Joseph's Church and graveside services.
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Mary Slater
Henry Skater
Sler
Goomaking
Slater
Cranville Farm
Frank
Cockey
B. Lockyer
J.P
C. Chitty
Ralbatting
Henry Slater
Goomalling
Granville Farm
E. B. Lockyer
K. Leeson
W. Chidlow
C. G. ‘Crit
J. French
G. W. Slater
T. Slater
M. Chitty
J. McAalige
C. Cy
Fyes
J. W. Purstowe
Wedding Bells Celebrate Christmas Day Nuptials in Neriham
A Christmas Day wedding at Neriham Methodist Church joined Violet Wells of Ballarat Victoria to Gordon Willis of Hillside Northam. Rev Gilbert McLaren officiated with organist Mr. Gregory. Attendants included Miss Madeline Dreyer and Miss Evelyn Deeger. Gifts exchanged and a reception at Hillside followed with father of the groom hosting guests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Neriham
Dyer
Violet
Wells
Ballarat
Victoria
Gordon Willis
Dreyer
Evelyn Deeger
Frank Bartlett Day
Hamilton Dreyer
Hillside
Gilbert McLaren
Robert Meeee Pee Ee
F. Dreyer
Weihers
Tiamluon Deeyer
Harvest Notes and Frontline Sends Off Local Men
Meckering district faces illness and convalescence as harvest peaks. J. Me Thinkes recovers from illness, while Mavis Rhodes and Mrs Andy Kuiskey battle pneumonia but improve. A political agricultural hall gathering honored young men headed to the front, with strong turnout and a morale boost. Two flocks of woolly sheep arrived to be shown at Solomon and McGarry’s shearing shed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fnte
J. Thinkes
We Ji Deatlin
Mavis Rhodes
Northian
Guthering
Andy Kuiskey
Solomon and McGarry
Anglican News Recaps Outdoor Service and Christmas Attendance
The open air service drew a large crowd on Sunday evening with the Rector noting Captain Albert McLeod’s accidental shooting in Scotland. Christmas Day services at St James attracted 50 communicants and the church was festively decorated. A special January 7 evening service will replace evensong with intercession for soldiers and sailors and a selection of hymnody. The Communicants Guild meeting is scheduled for Thursday at 7.30 pm in church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert McLeod
Scotland
St. Jame S
Couple Married In Festive Armadale Farewell
A wedding reception described with a toast to officiating minister Mr Sibald. The couple, dressed in crepe-de-chine and a pink hat, left for Armadale after a ballroom tea. Evening celebrations featured vocal items, recitations, and music with many friends and costly presents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sibald
Armadale
McLaren
Roy Mair
Cody
Perona
Annie Winterbottom
Crystal Throssel
Mabel Kifly
Madeling
Northam Marks First Sale of New Year by Local Sellers
The ad announces Mesars Elder Shenton and Cos advertising their January 9 auction at Northam featuring sheep cattle and horses. Farmers are urged to attend for fine opportunities as they secure stock for stubble.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Siliention
Mesars Elder, Shenton and Cos
Northam
Boys and Girls Come Out to Play
During the Xmas vacation parents fail to buy durable washing dresses or suits for children. Carter and Co in Northam invite shoppers to view affordable washable girls dresses in dark shades and boys serviceable school suits to ease holiday care.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carter and Co
Northam
Northam Schools Celebrate Annual Breaking Up Ceremony
The Northam Central and West Northam State schools held their year end event on 22nd inst. The Honor Board, installed by scholars in honor of Old Boys who have enlisted, was unveiled and prize distributions for the year were held. Dryden's Worm and Condition Powders for Horses and Cale Tresise, Chemist, Northam.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northam Central
West Northam
Dryden
Northam
Lost Brass Cap on Motor Wheel Reward Offered
Christmas Eve loss between Walker's and Robertson's Shops a gold and green Brooch with third ventation. Reward for return to A W Byfield Northam or Mrs W C Halmer Newcastle Road.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A.W. Byfield
Northam
Walker's
Robertson's
Weyden's Wart Cure and Poultry Scale at Tressee's Chemist
A notice promotes Weyden's wart cure and poultry scale available at Tressee's Chemist in Northam. The ad highlights remedies and supplies sold by the local shop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weyden
Tressee
Northam
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the Beehive Stores
Mens & Childrens
W. S. Dale
Beehive Stores
Drever—Wells
Anglican News
ST. James’ Parish
W. Northam
Northam Markets
Wrights
Chidiow Street
C. Weildon
Goode Sheds
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