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Newspaper
Northam Courier
Location
Northam, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 05, 1912
Page
3
Merredin Wrogems Annocigion held a special meeting led by Pomadipt Lie ep Mygguh to address new charges for water fare. The gathering considered appointing delegates to attend a conference and reviewed road surveys revealing lengthy detours for settlers. The meeting closed with thanks to Inspector Higgins.
Locally organized meeting discussed water provision for farmers, protests against water rates, and plans for a deputation to the Minister for Works. Delegates to press payment relief as many farmers cannot meet rates after drought. Seed wheat imports noted, with mixed farmer views on Government seed quality. New school construction steps underway with material arriving and completion targeted by May.
Fragmentary OCR describes illness and seeking treatment with mentions of weather, appetite, and a visit to a hotel dining room in Perth. The readable items include garbled phrases about therapy and travel, but no coherent event or outcome is present.
The Marsh misting of the Northaw Licensing Court at the Court House heard applications by Stewart and H Celebated Lavan on Wehatt of Mewra and W. Unga for permission to operate their business premises. Mr Abbott opposed for the Nomune of the Morte din Thotes. After evidence a scheme for a billiard table merreum was granted.
Lodging and eating-house licenses were granted to Huphael, Mar Todi, Maude Stephen, and Tee Kooma in Northam. The decision follows a review of applicants and compliance with local regulations.
Provisional certificate sought for a publican's hotel site at Yorkvaling amid objections from owners and land authorities. Arguments concern lease, homestead rights, state hotel reservation, adjournment requests, and ministerial authority. case to proceed with panel decision on land acquisition viability.
The passage notes February through March temperatures and mentions a world trip prize of £1000 by Eight Moura Computer at Melbourne. It describes public backing for a charity drive in Hungequinne to support hospitals and charities, with funds donated by the committee and options to buy direct or send via Mr Theo W Tide in Melbourne.
In Viitay Local Court Colle sues Smith for 38 pounds claiming a mare sold by the plaintuff was misrepresented. Testimony covers delivery, health, brands, and ongoing disputes about payment, with notes of letters, assignments, and a death of the mare after alleged deals.
At the Police Court Maurice O Connor faced a charge of obtaining £1 15s by pretending a Bank of New South Wales cheque drawn on Northam as payment. Willie Leong testified the cheque was forged and unknown to the bank. The defendant offered no defense, and the case was adjourned for the Criminal Court in Perth.
The firm J. A Loader and Eadery Shenton and Co. Ltd. Northam testified willingness to settle. They claimed a trip to Dowerin and back on Oct 6. A letter to head office described the deal. The penalty panel summed up and the RM gave a verdict for the full amount with costs to be taxed.
Vikopbus and Geo E Armstrong of May Street Perth promote wine for hot weather urging women to refresh. Tim Harnett, renowned Nor tham hairdresser, installs three new American chairs and latest electric fans. He serves the sporting public and communicates with Hobart regularly.
The inter town bowls match ended with Northam defeating York by 54 to 6. Mr Watts captained the Northam side for the first time in inter town competition and was praised for his leadership. The York club president presented the cup to Northam, and a request was made for a Perth Easter tournament visit. Ladies contributed pleasant hospitality after the match.
Great interest surrounds the erlowe competitions at Northam Bowling Prem with Millington vs Walker a standout duel. Weaver defeats Colebatah 21-15 while Millington beats Walker 21-20 and Edmondes edges Millington 21-6. Novices show improving form as Richardson defeats Chidlow 21-18 and Morrell beats Tresine 31-17.
Friday’s fifth test ends with a 70 run victory for England on a soft wicket. Local side fail to seize any chance as play closes on the final day. The Association competition aims to resume in the afternoon with renewed attempts at a result.
The secretary of Surrey CC outlines the Australian Board of Control tour plan for the Australian Eleven. Matches cover venues from Notts to Lord's with numerous two day fixtures in Scotland and England, listing dates and opponents including Surrey Oxford University Middlesex and England with varying scores and probable dates for Hastings and Hoetinga.
A fragmented record lists multiple cases including J Bitaymeald of Meckucing versus Southern Brook and F Hogan versus Wes Northam ure. It includes several other named parties such as W Monner and R Donnan with references to towns like Cundeedin and Dowerin and mentions retirees and retired individuals.
The schedule lists triangular matches between England Australia and South Africa with games at Manchester Lords Nottingham and Oval. Dates include May 27 at Manchester and June 1 at Lords with England facing South Africa and Australia squaring off against South Africa in other venues.
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