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Newspaper
Northam Courier
Location
Northam, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 10, 1910
Page
2
Competent persons are invited to submit tenders for clearing 300 acres at Southern Brook, to be completed by Jane in 1911, in one or more lots. For particulars apply to P. Enright, Northm, or P. Enright, Southers.
The Wagin Road Board letter hints at track improvements and land sales in the Methulitan area. Controversy surrounds the Fremantle election, with West Australian coverage noting accusations in arbitration and a pending wine license decision amid party shifts and a Women's National League influence.
The article summarizes a Wesley Guild meeting held on Wednesday evening with Mr Bilten delivering a talk on astronomy and related topics. It also reports on health, local governance, and court mentions, including a death notice for Mr Mary Dime of Amolh Park, York, aged 36, and scattered references to political and civic affairs in Western Australia.
The Government Gazette lists G W Slater Alexander Campbell H H Slater Fitzgerald Fraser and E J Mitchell as elected members of the Goomalling Road Board with the first three re-elected for North Ward and the latter two replacing J R Stewart and T Herford for East Ward. Chris Poon lauded as an energetic Northam figure. eight lenders approved at Saturday meeting amid firm resolve to act. Hon George Throssell returned to Northam after an extended holiday in the Eastern States.
Uneven text reports Fremantle election results with unclear names and parties. Murihst candidate Murphys Tye leads by a clear margin in the Legislative Amperaity race, while details of the voting breakdown and candidates remain unavailable.
A local road board plans a public meeting to discuss reviving the Cowcowing line and funding road improvements. Government grants of £100 are noted, with at least £50 needed to connect the Hine rail siding, plus tenders for gravel work and culvert construction from Mjanding to the Biandine aiding.
At a Northam Agricultural Society meeting presided by Mr Hancock, prize money was revised. Prizes for Dorset born sheep increased by £4 and £1 with new breed categories. ram and ewe classes each gain £2 and £1. Special prizes include £238 for a ram and £1 for a merino ram aged 14 or under. Poultry prizes shift to pay by exhibit counts. Committee to reconvene to finalize the schedule.
Northam State School plans evening classes opening Monday with a finals week midweek and guest speakers including Mr. Mitenell and Mr. Andrews. About 215 total enrollments expected across subjects with aims to expand. also notes on Australian Natives fortnightly meeting and Oceanic lectures and club activities for winter months.
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