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Newspaper
Northam Courier
Location
Northam, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 16, 1920
Page
1
A compact note lists assorted goods and selections the Go to asker's for the New Year. The item highlights include favored examples and practical picks for celebration. Priority items emphasize quality and value for gift or party needs.
Ker Smith and Co report strong turnout at Northam Market with 2717 sheep 7 pigs and cattle sold amid rising fat stock prices. Forward lines were sought after and bulk buyers showed interest as fat lambs and ewes met firm quotations and steady demand.
Dalgety and Co. Limited report their sale at Northam on Tuesday when 022 sheep were offered to buyers. Bidding was not brisk but the entire yard of ewes and lambs were disposed of. In store sheep were sold with ewes averaging 12s 3d per head and prices noted for various lots.
At 11 am a fierce thunderstorm struck near Candedin dis trae. About 12 men working on supply extension three and a half miles north of the site were shocked when a vivid bolt hit the fence. Several men fell dazed while others were knocked or disoriented, one losing a cashing hammer from his hand.
The Chief Traffic Manager warns fertiliser firms and merchants that engine power and sheet supply constrain the Wheat Belt loading. He urges daily, distributed tonnage to avoid congestion and delays, stressing prompt, regular output to prevent backlogs and complaints. He requests firms to advise approximate daily consignments to stations.
The Under Treasurer reports a loan of £1,500,000 to be floated in London this week for the West Australian Government. It will fund public works and handling interest at 6 percent, following recent Queensland issue results.
Walter H Willcacks of Northam promotes pipes and pouches selection as part of a local merchant catalog. The notice highlights craftsmanship and availability for customers seeking durable tobacco accessories.
At Meckering on New Year's Day a large turnout of farmers and locals enjoyed a day of events. Winners included W Carter in the Sheffield Handicap, Ray Carter in the toy pony, J Meoney in the gent’s hack, Joytal Night ridden by Miss H Millington, and D Sheenan won the men’s high jump. The sheaf toss crowned by Mr Shannon, with children racing, afternoon tea, and an evening canoe in the Agricultural Hall. Organisers praised for arrangements.
The Northam Exhibition organizers announce a postponement due to Melbourne Wharf shipping disruptions affecting displays and demonstrations. Mr Martin plans to address farmers on Wheat Growers and Fertilisation and demo patents to cut production costs. Ladies committee meetings occur each Boorein at Coop stores as campaigns progress. Tickets will be reassigned to new dates once settled.
Dalgety and Co report January 14 yarded 7846 sheep 3533 lambs 403 pigs 34 cattle at Midland Junction with strong buyer turnout. Sheep mainly medium quality ewes, prices steady early then eased 3 to 4 per head. best merino wethers 25s 7d to 28s 8d, crossbreds 16s to 23s, ewes mid 10s to 15s, lambs off shears from South West areas, overall market eased toward close.
Readers are urged to send general news items social notes land and stock matters for the district record. Submissions should be signed with real names and not be anonymous. The notice encourages sharing progress notices and meeting announcements for public awareness.
An advertisement touts Martin's Female Pills for all female complaints. It claims wide sale across Australia through chemists and pharmacists and urges customers to seek the signature Martin Pharmaceutical Chemist in Southampton, England.
Fragmented OCR item mentions names and terms with unclear meaning. No coherent events or facts emerge to form a complete news item or summary.
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