Jennacubbine Race Club Carnival Draws Big Attendance
The Jennacubbine Race Club held its annual meeting on a Wednesday with a large crowd. Secretary L H Bowen and committee ran a smooth event with strong racing, though the Perth motor breakdown prevented several riders from starting in the Jennacubbine Handicap. Four horses were withdrawn, bookmakers lined up, and a five shilling stake was run. Notable winners included Peggy's Joy and other close finishes, with detailed results across multiple races and a fine luncheon served by Mrs F A Rose and helpers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L H Bowen
J Noonan
Oldham
Abe Best
Perth
FA Rose
Peggy's Jay Wins Farfwell Handicap Race
In a crowded field at Jerilderie a photo finish saw Peggy's Jay defeat Ronteau by a head with Bross Queen placing second and third closely, while All Style and Film or Ronteau also ran. Time recorded as about 1 minute.
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Peggy vi I Inc
Jerilderie
Peggy's Jay
Bross
Northam Market Report Faces Light Attendance and Mixed Stock Prices
Mears Elder Smith and Co Limited held a fortnightly stock sale at East Northam yards on Tuesday. About 927 sheep were yarded with poor demand due to dry conditions. cattle and pigs saw better appetite though overall turnover was modest. The firm sold 797 sheep, 60 pigs and cattle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mears Elder
Ft. Cat'leeilers
Girm
Dalgeiy's Report on Livestock Sales Summary
The Grin sold 575 sheep and 70 pigs. Prices reached 135 34 merino ewes and mixed aged ewes to 108 6d. Breeding sows in fair condition to 135. Porkers in medial condition at 40s with slips to 28 4. Weaners and young stock included.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grin
Northam Road Board Considers Subventions and Roadmaking
The Northam Road Board held its usual monthly meeting with members present. correspondence noted a Public Works directive on the new Roads Act provisions. The Government agreed to subsidise boards for road and bridge works, with Northam’s grant set at 6.90 for the financial year ending June 30, 1920. A readmaking machine was recommended as more economical than current rotas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
al Northams Road Board
Kia
Dring
Menors
Northam
Rota
Our Readers Notice on Pen and Land Matters
A brief reader notice lists topics on matters of land and personal affairs. It notes ongoing discussions and the circulation of information, inviting community participation and attention to upcoming meetings and notices.
Dalgety and Co Sales Report at Midland Junction Auction
Dalgety and Co report February 11 yardings at Midland Junction total 7663 sheep 2460 cattle 652 pigs with strong metropolitan turnout and country buyers. Prices rose early then eased. best crossbred wethers 34s to 40s, ewes 25s to 28s, merino ewes 21s to 27s, lambs 24s to 26s, hoggets around 22s to 25s with a heavier yarding and firm to higher demand despite some poorer consignments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs
Dalgety and and Co
Midland Junction
Murchison
Apythiy Fe
Bea Hoggets
Goomalling Police Court Denies Imprisonment in Theft Case
At Goomalling Police Court before Messrs Lockyer and Hill the farmer ET Buckley of Koards and others faced charges of theft. Sergeant Lewis proposed imprisonment due to prior conviction, but the Bench sentenced the accused to fines of 1 3s each with default four months in jail, granting one week to arrange payment.
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Goomalting
E B Lockyer
Hill
ET Buckley
Farmer
Koards
Ame
terReant
E Ii Neville
Mucthary
Lewis
Buckley
Neville
Chaiman
Nr Neville
Harvest Festival and Lent Notes From Local Church Service
Sunday next Harvest Festival planned with gifts of fruit and flowers and decoration at 4 pm. Harvest Thanksgiving service at Jenonapullin on the following Sunday. Choir seniors hosted a gathering in Burlong with music and supper, despite Mr Gillet’s illness. Ash Wednesday services at 7 am and 10 9 am with solemnification at 7 30 pm. Lent appeals to children planned for 27th afternoon after school. A tea for children follows Saturday afternoon with church service and games. Archbishop to travel from Goomalling to Northam Monday morning then to Perth by afternoon train.
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Pye
Jenoapullin
Burlong
Messrs Butler
Nrll
Gillett
McKinnel
Parker and Mille
Gillet
Milla
Findwick
Raynes
Iime
Goomalling
Northam
Perth
Obituary of Mrs Sarth Adderey in Northam
The death of Mrs Sarth Adderey of Gairdner Street Northam followed a long illness. Survived by husband Mr Richard Adderley and three sons and two daughters, she was deeply mourned. Funeral on Monday afternoon at Northam Cemetery Anglican section with service by Revs P J Nicholls and J Mason. Pallbearers included R Adderley and three Adder sons. wreaths sent. arrangements by Mr J Pursiowe.
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Northam
P. J. Nicholls
St. James
Rey J. Mason
R. Adderley
Harry, Percy
Bert Addersona
Messrs
Doherty
I R. Oldham
R. Holden
J. K. Moore
J. %. Pursiowe
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Jennacubbine Race Club
Melton
Percival
Storm
McKenna Fairtanski
Leonard
Widgebin
Apt
Lock Eltaine Zib
Lecking Braver
Aly Fine
Lily Caretomine
Evens Melton Lock
Fairbanks
Divas
Ferlongs Pere
Ward Eee
Lampoon L
Bion
Fergy el Jee
Yatylb
Pat
McKenna
Roydelis Inc
Betth
Dick Little
Bat
Mian
Getto Tolb
Lock
Eva Inc
Roydellis
CLASS
Ptate
Inrlongs
Eienus
Robinson Garae
Hamilton
Konan
Beiting
Jane Bat Fiat Crackaell
Mutalando Girl
Bat Gy Pevrewsk Datel
Veasary Ted
Tore Amine Jet 1B
Tate
Lemgeh
Cook
Ferguson Hameling
Thompson
Miss Away
Seatch Poverty
Chablock
Flintbay
Farfwell Handicap
Northam Market
Elder, Smith
Dalgeiy
Northam Road Board
Dalgety and CO
East Northam
Viking
Thevon Butter
Pacon Co-op. Co., Ltd
Telephone Northam
R. H. Jensen
M. Lavelle
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