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Newspaper
Northam Courier
Location
Northam, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 31, 1916
Page
4
Mr George Allanson praised the town and district for their wartime contributions at a farewell social in Dowerin. Over sixty local men had gone to service, twenty six planned to enter camp in three weeks, and others already joined camps in South Australia. Members trained in ambulance duties and lighthorse roles were also noted.
In a crowded gathering the community bid farewell to local men enlisting for service. Speakers praised the volunteers, saluted their families, and urged continued support as the city reflected on wartime sacrifices and duties. Several named individuals and officers spoke, emphasizing patriotism, duty, and the hope of a safe return.
An old testimonial promotes Doan's Backache Kidney Pills as a cure for kidney trouble. The reader claims long relief after suffering back pain, weak kidneys, and fatigue, praising the product and urging others to use it. The ad imitates a newspaper fashion with likely local name and address details.
A crowded Dowellings Hall event honored local Light Horse recruits led by Lieut Taylor. Speeches by Lieut Oldsman Mr Herre and others praised the volunteers, with tribute to fallen and serving soldiers. The crowd sang the National Anthem and women showcased support, as preparations for march and duties at home were urged.
E C Tresise is described as a biochemist and chemist associated with the Northern and Eastern districts, reflecting a regional scientific role in the Central chemistry field.
Fragmented OCR reads like a trade note on payments in pounds and a term related to twelve months or eight months. Details are unclear, but the snippet implies a monetary rate or agreement linked to a yearly or multi month period.
Turveys Vandilla King Marshall No 3 Golds with early showing in a local horserace event.
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