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Newspaper
Northam Courier
Location
Northam, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 27, 1913
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR text references names Bast Hemamersing G M Demp ter and a location between Southern Crook and Northam with mentions of this office. No clear event or outcome is discernible from the legible words.
A fragmented report from a legacy era notes the late George Throssell memorial and discusses a newly forming Liberal policy under a Federal Liberal government. It references a proposed annual conference of the Australian Liberal Union in Sydney on July 24, with six delegates from the states and a program to review the party platform and policy. It lists delegates from Western Australia and mentions church notices and community events amid disjointed paragraphs.
The text records a murky discourse about executive orders, a Berth shop selling pianos and organs, and a proposal for a Commonwealth Savings Bank. It questions tariff adjustments, customs duties, and unemployment and maternity aid while debating Sir John Forrest’s stance. The piece critiques Liberal League aims and maternity benefits amid cost of living concerns.
Current Happenings reports on Mayor Bernard driving a Throgeell Memorial movement for George Throssell, with remarks on Western Australia leaders and a critical view of the Cyclopedia. It notes a Goomalling Mechanics' Institute fundraising ball on July 1 and a plain and fancy dress ball in the Malabaite Agricultural Hall on July 15. The piece also covers cadet harriers club results from a six mile race, naming winners C Carlyon and G Calta and noting the strong performance despite muddy conditions.
A fragmentary report notes a quarrel over trust versus ring as a possible ruse. Piano tuner H Martin to visit Northam soon, with attendance at Carmen prima recital and a public music program featuring Guth the Hilue Auberol Record. It claims WKF Superior quality, unbreakable wear, and urges consumer scrutiny amid broader trade notes and local notices. Sunday Masses and devotions are listed for Irishtown and St. Joseph’s Church, Northam, with further community events and road board graveling plans referenced.
Strayed into a paddock at 4 Woodlands Dowerin a Ted and White Bull Call with unknown brands. If not claimed in time allowed by law the stock will be sold to defray expenses. E Maisey Dowerin.
The Liberal proposal seeks a larger return of Customs and Excise revenue to the states, reversing past positions. They criticize Labor for not extending a prior financial arrangement beyond a decade and debate timing and duration, aiming to craft a platform that resonates with voters while balancing past stances.
The article records the death of Mrs. Mary Drew, long-time Northampton resident and widow of Cornelius Drew, with tribute to her 53 years as a colonist and three sons, plus notes on other local obituaries including Mrs Bridget Cahill, and details of a Kerry born survivor. It also mentions Mr. T. L. W. Hancoe’s birthday coincidence with his daughter, and a Perth social event at Outram Street where Miss Eileen Currie received a gift and well wishes upon transfer to Northam.
Fragmented report covers Forrest vacancy politics with Peter Loghley resignation and Liberal support for Wed Tuckfield. It also surveys chaff prices, supply shortages, truck arrivals, and market sentiment across Western Australia, noting variable buyers’ views and limited reliable data amid wider market pressure.
A Palace Theatre program features a display of pictures including a grand piece titled A Midnight Wedding, weightlifting for a gold medal, and a nine yard war between cricket clubs representing the Northern. The event supports the local Association with proceeds. Full programme details appear elsewhere in this issue.
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