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Newspaper
Northam Courier
Location
Northam, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 01, 1912
Page
2
A 14.2 hand black mare branded T.O.M. on the near shoulder has been missing for three years. The owner is A. P. Richardson of Gobblegutten. claim if found.
Notice announces a court session in the Council Chamber regarding valuations on Monday March 09. It requests all persons with claims to attend in person or by proxy to support their cases.
A notice warns Mr Powell formerly at the Northym Motel to communicate by Monday March 4 or all business transactions will be canceled. The notice is signed by T Harnett, hairdresser.
A Special General Meeting of the Rural Workers Union of Australia will be held at Byfield's Hall Northam on Saturday March 28 at 2 p.m. and on following days for the positions of Chairman Vice Chairman Secretary and seven committee members, plus Organisers Report Balance Sheets Arbitration Group and other matters. All members requested to attend. A smoke social will be tendered for the evening to Senator E Needhams General Vice President and other visitors. Tarry Dau, Secretary.
Ratepayers of Northam and Mecker ing are warned that water rates must be paid by Friday, March 8, 1913. Unpaid amounts after that date may lead to prosecution. A collector will call on Monday, March 4 to collect rates. if not paid, funds must be remitted to the Water Supply Office in Northam.
Government tender notice from Public Works outlining invitations for bids. Names C A Mount Acting Under Secretary and firms Watkins and Mitchell listed with project scope and submission timelines.
Fragmentary OCR text describes a tendering process for projects labeled Burning and Clearug up 130 ners with possible references to rolled Tamm Scrub and Faltowing sats. It mentions submittal separation of unitmill Bae and a returnable tender date near March 1. Names like AG Wiles Oost ul Kalgmddering Siting appear garbled.
A Beine forecloses unwanted items including a pony mare mare with brand and a stray press notices. The notice warns that any unclaimed property will be sold to defray expenses if not claimed within the legal period. GEO W GARDNER York rakine Tammin. JOH PRINTING.
Notice states Mesaru J J White and A Houges dissolved partnership at Blacksmithe and Wheelwrighta Jennecubbine under White and Lodge. Business continues by J J White. All accounts must be settled by February 14 1913 with J J White as sole discharger.
Hortham Agricultural Society hosts a lecture by Wheat Commissioner Wikdaliver on Saturday at the Mechanics' Institute. The talk covers wheat, smut, and its prevention with practical demonstrations. Admission includes kerosene tins for sale.
The article discusses the Mew Veterinary Act enacted last January to curb unqualified practitioners harming livestock. It condemns charlatans and supports stricter licensing to protect horse owners, animals, and the agricultural economy, praising Mr Titus Lander for advocacy and urging farmers to seek qualified veterinary care.
The Rev Geos Tre year from Claremont is appointed to preach at the local Methodist Church this Sunday morning and evening. The church choir will perform and the Sunday School will be addressed by Rev Treygme. Mr Tregedri is a well known speaker in the community. The sentiment at Central is to be observed.
The Police Court, before Mr W D Cowan, heard breaches of the Licenses Act by Transcontinental Hotel on Feb 15 for allowing drink after hours. Fines ranged from 5 pounds with costs to 2 shillings 7 pence, plus short imprisonment for default. O’Halloran fined 10 shillings or 14 days. additional cases noted. Also announced lectures by G L Sutton on March visits, a National Concert at Town Hall March 20 with Mrs Maitl ey and others, and church Masses and devotions across Northam and nearby towns.
The National Mutual Life Association of Australasia appoints Messrs Anguiry Menars, Watsins, and Mitchell as district agents. A general meeting at Northam discusses officer nominations, financial reports due by March 1922, and a planned roll-up of members. A separate Methodist Conference in Perth notes stationing appointments and mission allocations.
Commuters along the Goomalling and Doweris Merredin line protest continual late running and poor service. Northam connections to Goomalling are routinely delayed, while passengers faced cancellations and long waits for trains that run well past schedule, causing widespread dissatisfaction.
A note reports Personal Senator Peorer will address electors on Commonwealth politics in Northam on the eventing. Friends of Yar GA Danny At the WA Bath Coomalting reject that he is tied to The Goomalling Hospital and living with typhoid fever.
A fragmented listing outlines church events across multiple parishes with times for Sunday school, Holy Communion, Evensong, and various weekday services. Names such as Winremont St John’s and St Anthony’s appear alongside times like 3 pm and 7:20 pm, indicating a broad calendar of religious services and activities for the weekend and week ahead.
Church of Christ Wilmington reports March events including worship and communion at 3 pm, Bible school at 7:30 am, and a gospel service at 10:30 am featuring preacher BG Buber on Stumbling Biblical Conversion. No collection is to be taken.
The Wesley Church in Northam hosted the marriage of Mr Hoe E., son of Mr and Mrs H Henley, to Nellie Cammeline of Nort. The ceremony featured a large bridal party and a procession with intricate gowns, bouquets, and a wreath ceremony. A reception followed at the Railway Institute with many friends in attendance and a departure for Albany on the night express.
Fragmentary weather note cites a ten day cool spell, followed by unsettled Friday into Saturday with light rain and showers. Describes a calm night and slight winds, with mention of a threatening morning and lingering showers across the area.
Residents and visitors can obtain data of tried fish and enticing meals at Antony's Wish Anil Oyster Saloon extending from Totteraat Hotel. Late arrivers face penalties while catering is arranged for pioneer attendees on short notice.
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