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Newspaper
Northam Courier
Location
Northam, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 04, 1912
Page
3
Meckering presented a special program at Meckertog Hall on Friday evening. The evening included music and dramatic items praised for their quality. The company plans a return performance about a month later.
A reader from Northam, June 3, responds to Sir John Fortwill, denouncing current Tory and Labor policies. The letter critiques political leadership, laments inflation of government by the people, and argues for varied political interests and honest advocacy. Strong moral critique targets party shifts and policy impacts on agriculture and the poor.
Fragmentary text mentions aiming for wins and improving, with scattered words like walcut Balt kong wey. Unable to extract concrete names, teams, dates, or outcomes from the readable portion.
Geo E Armstrong chemist address and contact details appear in a brief public notice. The readable text mentions the chemist and a specific eraser product or brand, with no further context or dates.
In a low turnout Northam meeting Returning Officer F A Gregory declared Colebatch elected to the East Province Legislative Council after a first count. He thanked supporters, praised his York and Beverley electors, and urged fair electoral reform to ease rolls.
A Northam meeting of farmers approved forming a branch of the Farmers and Settlers' Association. MLC Mie Wilding spoke on aims, costs, and arbitration court context. Delegates to a Perth conference were discussed, with strong push for union-style wage terms and tariff protection.
The secretary's report outlines committee actions for the coming year. Messrs. 190 Upp Chae, Masters, RI. McCar kat i WL deny, W. Donnan, W. Premiett, Juhi Pstakhpe attend. The report mentions a waste factory state and slow progress in balances.
A damaged 19th century clipping extols consumer goods and trade, urging readers to shop at Fitzgerald street Northam. The text promises money savings and hints at merchant influence to boost business with “6 shilling” offers, urging reliance on the firm for annual pockets.
A Saturday evening event at Perish Hall featured a parade by officers led by Captain Lorenzo and crew, with guests including Mr. T. El Widing and Dr. Donovan. Attendees wore white gowns and scarlet uniforms, enjoying music and dancing late into the night, amid a formal, celebratory military social.
A May 27 meeting of the Mehanien Institute communities in Goomalling elected officers, planned annual dance, and discussed a benefit concert for Paddy Tench. F Ye McDewrs resigned. F Ro Filwardé and WB Connthape joined the committee. Tickets for the Me- Fhuhiée Tea event are selling well.
In fine autumn weather the Federals beat Toodyay 3 4 to 2 3 amid a fast contest. Hawtin, Casserly and Easton starred for Federals while Smith and Davey stood out for Toodyay as both sides pressed for goals through the match.
First Round June Binion against York. Second Round eight unions versus Newcastle. June 24 Bederala versus York. June 29 Newcastle versus York. July 6 Unions versus Federals. July 18 Newcastle versus Federals. July 18 York versus Unions. Third Round July 20 York versus Union. July 87 York versus Toodyay. August 8 Federals versus Uni. August 20 Toodyay Federal. August 17 York versus Union. After which business and time will be paved.
Nigholsom and Co propose a route to deliver letters to Northern and uteict regions. Their representative Me: Tetehing will view the plan and organize delivery. The correspondence aims to reach the respective places with attention and timely handling.
Grass Valley edged Tattersalls 4.1 to 1.3 in a rough Sunday game. First quarter saw Grass Valley lead 4.7 to 0.7 at halftime Tattersalls closed gap to 2.1 to 2.1 by third, final tally 4.1 to 3.3. Frank Weise officiated with steady calls amid a muddy field.
In a Saturday match Meckering defeated Kellerberrin by 2 points as Bert Bones starred for Meckering. Lineups included Meckering capt W Drage and Kellerberrin’s Hiraw, Hayes, Graham, Jones and Nolan among others. Final score listed as Kellerberrin 5 goals 16 behinds 40 points to Meckering 3 behinds 3 points.
A Central Districts Association football match ended with Jennaynen defeating Mennacubbine 84 to 44. Jennaynen players Beat Wateon and Tl Wateon starred, while C White led Jeanvenhbine with goals, and the crowd enjoyed refreshments during a lively contest.
A meeting of the Central Matriota Association was held at Sham reek Hotel Northnim. Attendees included Mr T Hannagan and several officials, with discussions on local governance and protest actions. The session adjourned after addressing a contentious issue involving Gease Valleys and the Northint district.
A historic note reports a remedy called Great Peppermint Cura favored for bronchial coughs. The item records mention a preparation aiming to soothe coughing fits, reflecting period medical advertising trends.
A garbled report describes the Federal Larrisons meeting the team from Herman and the Rust Northany. The visitors were too strong for the home side as Ray Stewart scored, powering the offense, while the event concluded with a surface tone of enjoyment and competitive play.
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