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Newspaper
Northam Courier
Location
Northam, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 17, 1913
Page
3
The official crime return for 1912 reports Northams police saw many cases across categories. Property crimes include larceny and horse stealing, with 344 total convictions and 292 instances of imprisonment or detention.
The Fremantle Harbour Trust annual report for the year ending June details improvements at the North Juny Grain Shed. Captain Clark notes reduced wheat exports but states work quality and lift capacity remain high. Machinery upgrades include new conveyors and unloading gear, with automatic catching to prevent spills and suspended delivery tables replacing old bagging practices.
The prose remains unclear in May Reverve matches with players from May Reverve Conke and Bostok defeating Morrell Wright and others. Richardson and Friscott beat Morrell and Wright, while Bostock bested N. Morrell and Trivcott lost to Urewnwond. May Reverve's 9 win over Ames Presbyterians marks the 20 games in season.
A large gathering Wednesday saw forty four bowlers in action with lively heats. Foreman and his team edged a tight field as players like Watts and Morrell led in multiple frames. Singles round one deadline looms January 22 as entries press for completion before final matches.
The Northern Agricultural Society will hold an unsual meeting tomorrow Saturday at Shamrace Hotel after tions. The agenda includes nominations for the upcoming year and election of two more committee members due to 13 nominations received of 15 vacancies. Officials named include Mesara J M Carroll Roy Forward and others. A social gathering and toasts will follow the formal business.
The Northant Polo Club held its ninth meeting at the Northant Hotel presided by Mr C Motinwelt. Resignation of secretary Mr C Um Wilhems was accepted with regret and Mr S A Parker appointed to fill the vacancy. The club announced a Polo Handicap and a £2 100 prize to the Race Club for a contributing event, with opening day slated for the following Wednesday.
In a Wentworth ground match Norfolk Northam posted 237 with a 140-run partnership between Sutcliffe and Jom mene pouerd, Sib Semmens backed by stout bowling by Caeter and Morrell. The South Brook side, led by Sermons and Morrell, fought but fell short as Northam prepared for Saturday’s clash with East Northam, choosing from a squad including Sutcliffe Carter Morrell and Semmens.
A tightly contested match saw Farmers Club chase the Oak Park total with W. Monger delivering a decisive bowling spell. Key figures included Murphy and Molmes with strong batting while W. Monger led Oak Park with six for 20 as the hosts posted 105 runs before a late surge.
Training notes detail early morning routines for Northia Hotel and Northwa Bresney squads, with practice at Spencer's Brook and weather planning for Spencer’s Bend. It lists players, team selections for Sunday, and topographs of the field with arrangements for chooks and a beer to water diet joke.
Cricket match at Southern Brook ends in a draw after Grass Valley loses toss and bats first. Key performances include Semon, Carter, and Longbottom for Grass Valley and Beard, Meret, and Longbottom for Southern Brook with several wickets and notable scores.
A London physician discusses clothing weight standards in a Daily Mail piece for the National League for Physical Education. He explains estimated loads for men at 12 to 15 stone and notes women's heavier fabric usage, arguing texture matters more than fabric weight for insulation.
Vague notes announce a local horse racing event by the Northern Htvce Club scheduled for Saturday morning at 14.80. The document also mentions an upcoming committee election and a prize for the visitor, naming Mr Horace Withnall in relation to the text.
The note informs owners and trainers that nominations close tomorrow for the Northam trotting meeting to be staged in January. It urges support for special events aimed at attracting local owners and would-be entrants, noting widespread community interest and the involvement of the Western Australian Trotting Association.
The Beale piano, once facing prejudice, is now a leading Australian instrument. Abe Beale and Co. avoid middlemen, selling directly to buyers, supported by J. C. Cusack as Northam representative.
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