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Newspaper
Northam Courier
Location
Northam, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Feb 27, 1912
Page
2
A notice from the Convent of the Sacred Heart outlines a course of study titled Trinity College London reformations and practicals, with instruction aligned to the university and a February date. Further details are requested from Mother Superior Proto Convent, Goomalling.
A damaged inventory note describes moving dress fabrics to a central table for sale. It notes many items offer intrinsic value and good service, with stock drawn from all woods and buyers to receive one purchase from each lot, alongside another from the same lot of equal value.
Notice states Messrs J J White and A Hodges, trading as White and Hodges of Jennecubbine, dissolved their partnership by mutual consent. Business will be run by J J White. All accounts due must be settled by a specified date with White’s receipt sufficing. Witness signatures present.
Harry Willis of Wonyan Hills Irwin district submits intention to apply at the next Licensing Court sitting for an Eating Boarding and Lodging House license for his Quinnland Won in Hills premises. Building details include iron roof five rooms dining room kitchen lath verandah and dressings. Dated February 1912.
Tenders for the North Basadee school will be received by the Honorable Minister for Works until noon on March 5. The notice mentions particulars for Court Houses Keller Kerlin and Northam. C A Munt Acting Under-Secretary for Public Works.
The Northam municipality calls for the chopping down and clearing of timber and undergrowth along the riverfront from the weir northward to a line marked by river towers. Public notices and details are posted at the Town Clerk's Office.
In yesterday's issue the Sunday Times reviews the State Government's choice of the first Senate of the West Australian University. The article cites labor party opposition, calls for reform, and questions about political appointments. It lists several named figures including Ste Winthrop, Norbert Keenan, and Dr. Law among senate members.
Stock notice reports a stray black mare, three years old, branded T.O.M. on right shoulder, located near Haing 1142. It is unclaimed and may be sold by A P Richardson at Gobbiegutlen if not claimed.
Fragmentary OCR notes show a court session titled Court of Appan Garnet to be held on Monday March 171912 in the Council Chamber of Soran. People with tenants to attend either alone or in pairs to support the case, as indicated by the readable fragments.
Fragmentary notices announce a stray gray horse branded on shoulder and a black and white bull with no visible markings. The bull and a ford point keeper item are offered for sale to defray expenses. a stray appears in York County with owner GEO. Wo Gardner, dates in February and March referenced. Connections to local legal procedures noted.
A fragment from a historic times column discusses university reform, arguing for broader access and newer technical faculties to balance privilege. It cites figures like Walker and references the Leuven model, warns against ossified traditions, and calls for a Senate with democratic elements to shape an inclusive university future.
The Northam Licensing Court will convene Monday at the Northam Courthouse to hear several applications, with commentary praising workmanship and reasonable terms. The Northam Town Council will hold an Appeal Court on May 5 to hear appeals from lodged queries, requiring attendance in person or by proxy. Government changes under the Boundaries Act aim to alter Kurretocking Road District borders and rename the district, dividing it into four wards with specified member distribution.
H JONES PROPRIETOR offers a mixed auction at Goomatting Market on Monday March 7 including ewes and lambs, fat cattle, geldings, and a then current sale of two buildings, a lime kiln, and a going concern at Parwardeal Goa. Potential buyers urged to attend.
An evening program featured ten selected five reels including The Outlaw Deputy and The Man with the Taxi plus The Australian Gazotte. Live dramas by well known companies include Primitive and A Sensational Adventure. Screened films promise thrilling night scenes in an African forest and comic entertainments with Tweertedum and Sweted Hood. Scenic attractions Rapids in din fond and Sulmonn highlight surroundings. Proceeds aid band funds.
A local event at the Town Hall Gardens screened a program of pictures by Northam Bark Che wheelers. Notable items included The Newehoy Hero and The Making of a Man, with scenes of Mike the Miser and a touching story of a brother helping a crippled sister. Meran Gosain views described as exceptionally pretty.
The weather section notes a warmer trend on Thursday after a cooler early week. Readings from the point offive show the four day pattern with a maximum near 79 and lower minima indicating mild temperatures ahead.
The Flour Millers and Mill Employees Union reports a year of growth with 60 new members and a total membership rise. It notes financials, wage discussions, and pending actions with mill owners, plus memorializing Comrade Din Wright of the Hurees tills area and urging member cooperation for better employment conditions.
Delegates from town tenants clubs met at F Edmendes office to form the Eastern Districts Tennis Association. Members agreed on a three grade system, annual registration, and a fee. They planned events on Fridays and Wednesdays, preferring Wednesdays for matches.
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