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Newspaper
Northam Courier
Location
Northam, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 19, 1917
Page
1
Report describes a large fire west of Burlong and its shifting embers near Northam, with crews renewing efforts as wind drives flames. The article also notes a volcano tale on Pagan Island and assorted local anecdotes, including a brickworks closure and community incidents.
Tender invites for erection of a new school pavilion building at Pithara with works to be received by the Hon. Minister for Works until noon January 23. Details cover court houses Northany Goomalling and related sites.
The public works contract invites submissions by noon January 23 for rebuilding and additions. Items include new pavilion building at Pithata School and court house projects in Northam, with ministerial oversight by the Under Secretary for Public Works.
The notice states bids for a pavilion project overseen by the Public Works under the Under Secretary. It specifies submission by January 30 and assigns the Honorable Minister as the approving authority, with location details tied to Northam and surrounding areas.
On Saturday March 7 the Goomalling Recreation Reserve hosts a concert and dance titled Splendid Big's Outing at the Mechanics Institute hall. The program includes a dance night with live entertainment and prizes for attendees.
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