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Newspaper

Northam Courier

Location

Northam, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Jan 07, 1916

Page

2

Wheat delivery notice by Dalgety and Co Ltd

Dalgety and Co Ltd are appointed to bundle this season s wheat for natives and receive wheat at Norham Goomalling Meckerng district and stations to Woodside and Clackline. Farmers ready to deliver will be weighed and received immediately and certificates issued without delay. Carter and Bare.

Norham Goomalling Meckerng Woodside Clackline Joe Carter Bare

Wheat Season Notice From Joan Darling and Sons Exporters

Farmers are advised that Joan Darling and Sons export wheat have appointed a Government Agent for the Pouivas of Wheat at all stations and sidings in the Northam District. They request farmers to notify intended delivery with details of sidings so weighing and receipt can be arranged and certificates issued promptly under the scheme by Oldham and Beazley, General Agents, Northam.

Northam Dermera Uf Autor Carter Bare EL Démeadae Uharien Mills Aidhaw and Beazley Stewart Yarramony Jennacubbine Rossmore

Wheat traders announce wheat taing at several sidings

Wheat growers are informed that weighing duties will be assigned at all sidings on the Goomalling line from Rossmore to Mecuaar, and at Burges Siding. Weighers will be permanently employed at these locations under WM, LHUMAS & CO., Limited.

Rossmore Mecuaar Burges

Wheat Season: Government agents appointed for local wheat reception

The Farmers Mercantile Union and Craft Mills Ltd announces that it has been appointed as government agents to receive wheat in the district. Wheat will be received at all sidings with prompt dispatch guaranteed under the Government scheme Support the Farmers.

Fanvera’ Company Farmers’ Mercantile Union & Chafy Mills

Fisherman Mr L Antony Cites Short Fish Supply

Mr L Antony announces he cannot supply fish to the public today due to an inability to secure stock from the railroad. Fresh Friday supplies will be available and delivered as usual.

L. Antony

Nomination Nominations For Committee Urged By Beazley

Northam Race Cub members are urged to forward nominations to Beazley secretary by Saturday January 3. Mrs. P. Mackay of Bucklands offers an assortment of stock including 700 prime wethers 30 mares 20 draught mares and geldings 6 stud book mares in foal and foals at foot with gear. Also 10 pure sons 2 Berkshire boars 9 weaners and more. Accrual other owners provide 200 Meriva ewes Julie Wetters 6% mixed sheep. Terms at sale.

Heve

Meckering Road District Warns Landowners on Stinkwort Control

Meckering Road District informs landowners to clear stinkwort from land as required by Section 3 of the Act. Occupiers who fail to comply after notice under Section 7 will be prosecuted without further notice, per HODGSON, agent of the Board.

Meckering Road Hodgson Bey Entie Bane

West Australia church service schedule and harvest notice

The item lists a church service schedule at Wesley Church with Rev UG McLaren preaching on January Vth at 1 a.m. and 1 pan Bible class, 7 40 pan evening service, choir anthem. It mentions Watkins yd Produce Brokers Northam and notes harvest discussion by Lucacy Banyip Federation and others.

Seeu Wiheat Haroota UG. McLaren

Salvation Army Prayer and Praise Meetings Announced

Adjutant F Ede conducts Salvation Army events at 7 am Prayer Meeting on a theme about shade advantages and 3 pm Praise Meeting with a Gospel topic Have you enlisted After church open air prayer weather warns readers to expect outdoor services with a warm forecast and AC guidance.

Importances of Surnames Amid Australian Riots

The piece notes how common surnames calm nerves, cites a riot near Sydney, and mocks name changes during disturbances. It references Oscar Wilde and a shift from unique to plain names like Smith or Jones as the tumult impacts locals.

Oscar Wilde Ernest Alsduiry Tiest New South Wales Willan Brown John Jones Wilshivan Stiraaker Sinat Larnein Australia Smith

Vandalism, river cruelty, and wartime notices in Fremantle

The letter column condemns vandalism by soldiers and youths, detailing river pollution and bird killings on the Avon by local hoodlums. It notes the mayor’s intent to crack down, cites a public drunkenness incident on the river, and previews Salvation Army notices and upcoming wartime social signals from Fremantle including church notices and town events.

No title available from fragmentary text

A fragmented passage critiques late night duties and idle political figures. It discusses figures Harry Griffiths Murray George Mulgu Taylor and a presgivan in an Austrian chair facing poor English and tautology. It notes cows on trains and safety concerns for travellers, with references to Parliament House and late-night bars.

Hhis Harry Griffiths Murray George Mulgu Taylor Presgivan Nin Parliament House

Local and General on Nurthim Buichwiuz Coy harvests

A sketched report covers Nurthim Buichwiuz Coy operations by Merris Hi, Jo Roberton, and ML Ge Miiwer. Notes include January 5 produce details, prices for wheat, barley, and potatoes, and harvest outcomes with an emphasis on local farming activity and yields. The piece references stock types, livestock, and agricultural practices, highlighting recent yields and market observations.

Nurthim Buichwiuz Roberton

Northam yard plans extend supply chain amid shortages

The town faces extended work and funding decisions as the Northam yard advances toward a broader project. Officials cite limited materials and staffing gaps delaying completion while stakeholders seek solutions to keep the town’s economy moving and minimize disruption.

Obscene Language Incident at Northam Court

Northam man Isra ist Cohen faced Resident Magistrate W D Cowan after a public display of obscene language at Northam Swimming Club premises. Pleaded guilty, claimed victimisation, fined with costs and seven days in prison in default. Judge warned harsher penalties forthcoming. no excuse for swearing in public around women and children.

Tee Avon River AU. Ran Connor Cowan Tarner Cohen Northam Bannear Israel W. D. Cowan Israst

Wheat Tide Drives Western Rail Wheat Traffic

Wheat traffic to Fremantle from eastern districts pushes 3000 tons daily via Northam and Spencer Brook, plus 1000 tons from Spencers Brook area, totaling about 3700 tons. Heavy loading on the Wongan Hills line prompts a dedicated engine at Won gan Hills to move grain to Northam and on to the port. The Dowerin Merredin line reports strong arrivals as Mentedin shifts harvest east of Wyalteden toward Fremantle, with daily tonnage varying and projections warning of potential disarray if transport lags.

Northram Norham Yard Spensers Broo Frewantle Spencers Brootte Quairading Wongan Hills Goom Northam Dowerla-Mertedin Wraleathhem Mentedin Wyalesteden Fremantle Esterday Wangan Hills Buntine Merred'n Wyalentchem Merredin Railway Department

Tilted Wages Debate Spurs Police Court Hearing

A local court session at Wortham Police Haunt heard a case tied to a rail wage tilt in Vampier division. Multiple individuals appeared before Mr Wo Pawan TEM, with Miestanal Mh Lirning Dicer entering a plea. Small fines were imposed after admitting guilt.

Commonwealth Vampier Wortham Wo Pawan Tite

Northam Council Debates Parks Water and Lighting Upgrades

Northam Municipal Council held a fortnightly meeting with Mayor and councilors present. Topics included consideration of a more efficient water supply for Berard Park estimated at £71, a parks and reserves report, lighting for Leake Estate, and river landing stages. A local recruiting committee was proposed, with debate on duties and funding.

Northam Berard Park Parks and Reserves Committee F. Drever Leake Estate Lewke Cardesiina Carnes Hitio Tlyor Silivaction & Indter Water Service

Edmondson Elected West Ward Councillor at Northam

Nominations closed at Northam Town Hall yesterday for the Nest Ward vacancy created by Mr Jas Exings but few showed interest. Mr M G Edmondson, proposed by Mr H A Lockyer and seconded by V Carter, stood unopposed and was duly elected and sworn in by the Mayor at the fortnightly Council meeting.

Northam Jas. Exings Wilier R. H. Duenee Nesith Duence Emondson Hi Ae Lockyer Carter Medmondson Alhough Edmondson Cuncillor Ayfigla Rouneislor Castiedine

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