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Newspaper

Northam Courier

Location

Northam, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Mar 18, 1913

Page

3

Dampier Contest Faces Labor Criticism In WA Politics

In Dampier campaign events, Liberal candidate Henry Gregory defends policy and criticizes Labor governments in Western Australia. He cites Commonwealth grants, taxation, and state finances, urging voters to back constitutional safeguards and oppose federal overreach while promising to reform public services and taxation.

Dampier Ropecsat Pan Marnest Northemn Waledion Laerts Henry Grmgory Noetham Wr. J. Hernard Crisiel Tabor Commonwealth Hoger Norethiam Thor Som Senate Gregory Meg Gregory W.A WAL Ale Hughes Sears Arads Towa Ements Brett Mach Thue Sot

Proposed Farmers Bank and Cooperation Paper Money

An article reports on Wr. W. Fingland advocating a Farmers Bank of Western Australia at a Farmers and Settlers Association conference in Perth. He argues cooperative banking lowers costs, offers collective credit, and protects farmers from costly private finance, proposing 23 percent bank capital and plans to democratize payment securities for farmers.

W. Fingland Kellertwerin Farmers and Settlers’ Association Perth Farmers’ Bank Farmers’ Bank of Wester Australia Tor Farm Carey Chem Commonwealth Vandelen

Austin Parliament Debates Roosevelts and Equal Rights

Fragmented extracts from a parliamentary debate recount views on Roosevelt, equality, and policy. Speakers include Sir Toby Forrest and Sir John Forrest opposing or supporting wage equity, with references to taxation, agriculture, and the present constitution. The session ends with thanks to the mayor for presiding and a morning toast.

Wr. Hatcher coeReyieg von Beomle My.Fames Mitchell M.T D. Morrell Cre Ewinus Presiiline Me. Grunty Yaortins

Thanksgiving services held at Dowerin Methodist Church

Dowerin thanks offering services were conducted at the Dowerin Methodist Church on Sunday with Reverend Basilina from Goomalling presiding. Attendees from Somat Thisfield Thampmon, bones and Moxniler provided music and recitations. A gospel and hymn program concluded with a five in music. A cultural hall ball in Dowerin on the 12th drew about 150 attendees for a dance lasting late into the night.

Alarvist Ofi Dowerin Somat Thisfield Bones Moxniler Deverin Sind Goomalling

Southern Brook Race Meeting Highlights and Races

A chaotic account of the Southern Brook gathering notes racing events, with Maiden, Nursery, Galloway, and Van translation races. Prominent figures include secretary Chris Hanson and stewards. Belmont and Mickey are among winners amid rough betting and a few incidents on the track.

Southern Brook Chris Hanson Com Jeittwe W. Didfey Wy Nicolle Rave Mes Wenlock le Gren Idrlongy Frank — Iwn VA Lai Montgout Bex Uted Thumpaco Lorelow J . Maisemore J. McDermoid

Cricket Uplift Suggested For Western Australia

A correspondence to the West Australian notes local cricket in Northam and WA C A. It records a fortnightly meeting where delegates agree interest is waning and funds are tight. Suggestions include district coaching on Wednesday evenings, to aid juniors, and calls for experienced umpires and older players to help. The committee backs trophies to spur youth and asks supporters to propose ideas to revive the game statewide.

West Austra Northam Wealca Freynand Jmeeting Gainig Usis Brenna Uct Amer Urereby W.A.C.A Suade Ame Echoty Cove Man Ani Tut South Wateutia Victoria Tor Iit Ae Ene Yaitue Yang Ihlinnd Gates Burt Toatay Ironand Tapas Western Australia Wsi

Meeting and travel notes for Saturday session

A fragmented schedule outlines a Saturday meeting. It mentions a handicap and fixed conditions from a natal formation, with attendees planning travel by plane and train, aiming to arrive for the meeting. Nominations for the area are noted to occur on Monday, with racing context implied.

Beouty Sgurdiy Wisam Tevin Abl Meeuering

Incomplete cricket score sequence from Country’s innings

Fragmentary OCR shows bowlers Hawtin Stwetheram Marshall and batsmen Bead Carter etc. with partial figures like three for 29 and five wickets, but many names and numbers are garbled. The excerpt seems to record a scoreboard portion from a first innings with several incomplete dismissals and bowlers listed.

Longbottom J. Beard H. Carter B. Carter Ngbottom Hawtin Pear Lhwi H Barton Stwetheram Fermen Mavis Marshall TE Carter

Wesley v West Northam drill match declared forfeited

A Wesley team member sat urday caused a forfeit in a drill contest against West Northam after a disruption led to the match being declared forfeited. King Willow’s reign noted in the report.

Wesley King Willow Hart

Northam Association to host Perth visitors Saturday and Easter Monday

Visiting teams from Perth travel to face Trinity Club on Saturday with a prepared lineup including Sere fnon, J. Bear, J. Caddy, BE. Cook, Taylor, Smetheram, H. Carter, Thom 68, Thompson, Richardson, Rev, Marshall, G. Greenwood, R Thackrah. Monday the Marines team duel will feature Greenwood, B. Watson, Dawnen, Tongbottom, Cera, BM, Sermon, B. Carter, F. Meeres, Banton, Cailly, Thomas, Rehardson, Thompson, Fork, Viveesh. Those unable to play must notify secretary Me Amterson. Courier notes possible changes.

Mupreamt Northam Association Perth Trinity ML Sere Fnon J. Bear J. Caddy BE. Cook Taylor Smetheram H. Carter Thom Thompson Richardson Rev Marshall G. Greenwood R. ‘Thackrah Marines Trent Greenwood B. Watsom Dawnen Tongbottom Cera Sermon B. Carter F. Meeres Banton Cailly Thomas Rehardson Fork Viveesh Trayers Me Amterson Aslies Ataris

Bowls Night Drama Delivers Narrow Senior Match Verdict

In a tense Bowls contest at Wandiewp-Tairw, Tres aise edged Day 20 to 18 after a late surge. H allowens Hack forced an early comeback, but Humble held the line for Walker who led 25-28 before final breaks swung the result.

Fia Miidtay Tresaise Tairwalest Tesina Ot Tresion Nerdidt Howiens Hack Trewin Walker Effendsle Scurot Ubetah Hel Humble Stetue Qatonishment Supo Kitty Amon Abie Lerths

Halace Theatre Lo Night Amusements Feature

A historical program at Halace Theatre includes acts like With the Colors and a troop march displaying the King and Army colors. Vaudeville turns follow with Willard W Way and Annie crawl Tstuies. Rides, acts by Kurle and others, and a pony bucking act for 80 seconds are listed. Essays due by Wednesday night with winners announced Thursday.

Alma Willard Annie Uwe

St Johns Club versus Downiree in tense cricket match

Readable fragments describe St Johns Club facing Downiree with St Johns batsmen and bowlers sharing early success. Wind’s surge and stoppage mark a abruptly halted proceeding as players secure key wickets and runs.

Fires and notices in a quirky classified fragment

A garbled OCR fragment mentions a car specialist and telephone contact amid scattered words about programs and notices. Names and places are unreadable, but the piece reads as a niche classified or advertisement column with unclear details.

Round the World for a Shilling Prize Draw

A fundraising drive by the Melbourne art union committee seeks support for a prize draw titled Round the World for a Shilling. They offer a £300 valued artwork and a series of smaller items to attract donors, with proceeds aiding public charities and hospitals. The Beale piano interest is noted as a key sponsor, highlighting the Australian climate and local industry.

Melbourne Innual Art Union Koo. W. Heide Dora Lane Beale Linno O. Cy Beale Strumenia

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