Avon Buller and Baton Co Operative meeting summary at Norham
A shareholders meeting of the Avon Buller and Baton Co Operative Company, Ltd met at the Mechanics Institute, Norham, presided by Mr EB W Cotton. Discussions covered appointing two directors, amending the Articles of Association to allow a canvasser, commissions and hire costs for a motor, and possible government loan of 45000. Figures from Government statistics on local dairy and livestock were reviewed, noting limited factory expansion potential and the need to encourage more shareholders and alternative industries beyond wheat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Avon Buller and Baton Co-Operative Company, Ltd
Mechanics’ Institute
Nor Vham
W Cotton
Middleton
Shimen
Hansen
Azzashares
Byfield
Perth
Watheroo
Kalgoorlie
Quairading
Beverley
Saith
Nike
Cotton
Shareholders Ab
Swollon
Messrs
Catrall and
Timperley
Withnell
Eneines
E. M. Clarke
Bunbury
Northam
F. B. Timperley
B. P. Chidlow
Middleton and
Whitsunday Anglican Services and Activities Planned
Sunday next is Whitsunday with two Holy Communion celebrations and an evening festival Evensong preached by the rector. Helpers are urged to decorate the church on Saturday afternoon. Confirmation classes soon. People intending to be confirmed should leave their name with the rector. Next Tuesday at 8 pm the G S meets in the Parish Hall. After the service the Mathers Union will adjourn for the rector’s address.
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Wilose
G. S
Mathers’ Union
Job Printing of All Kinds Executed at Courier Office
Local Courier Office advertises complete printing services for employment notices posters business cards and forms. The notice emphasizes quick turnaround pricing and reliable quality for job printing needs.
England's Fast Seeks Meat With Frugal Patriotism
A London correspondent writes during a long fast, noting leaner bodies and thrift. He mocks old fashions, laments rationing of margarine, and vows to savor real meat when finally available, imagining butchers sharing large elephants. He portrays wartime scarcity and renewed self-denial.
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London
Turer
Katanning Sheep Sale Sets State Record at Katanning
The Katanning Advocate reports the largest auction sale of sheep in the state with 14 000 yards submitted by F and Piesse Holly and Anderson. The sale was conducted by Farmers Mercantile Union Chaff Mills Dalgety H Wills and Co in conjunction. Buyers from across the Great Southern attended by rail and road, creating a brisk crowded market with prices realised highly satisfactory and nearly all stock sold.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs F
Piesse, Holly and Anderson
Farmers’ Mercantile Union and Chaff Mills Ltd
Messrs Dalgety and Co Ltd
Messrs
H. Wills and Co Ltd
Great Southern
Meckering Raises Funds With Ugly Man Contest
Meckering held an Ugly Man Competition to aid the Great Red Cross Appeal. Candidates Borges Rhodes Thomson Morrison Lawrence and Lloyd competed, Sam Burgess won with about 6600 votes, Shodex runner up, aided by W Mahoud. The event added roughly £169 to land, Meckering’s quota £220, with expenses near £1.0. Frank McKinnell auctioned the produce free of charge. A new water drain was completed by J Lillis, to benefit winter flood areas.
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Red Cross
Messrs Borges
Rhodes
Thomson
Morrison
Lawrence
Lloyd
Sam Burgess
Shodex
W. Mahoud
Burgess
Meckering
Metrotan Ares
FrankcKinnell
J. Lillis
Jerusalem From the North Describing Lamartie's View
Lamartie portrays approaching Jerusalem from the north, detailing the ascent across mountains, a widening horizon, and the City of Stones rising beyond a desolate stony wilderness. He describes the Gate of Bethlehem visible through a mournful rock avenue and the ancient towers guarding the ruined gates.
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Lamartie
Jerusalem
Judea
Arabia
Mount of Olives
Bethlehem
Europe
Brother's cables say Mr Chidlow to be sent to hospital
A message from Major Chidlow reports that Mr B P Chidlow is to be sent to a hospital in England. The communication notes wounds received in a recent incident with Woods and a condition described as Great will Cure Fer Coeghess i net fails.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. P. Chidlow
Major Chidlow
England
Woods
Coeghess
Northam Market Report by Rider Shenton and Co Ltd
Rider Shenton and Co Ltd report a fortnightly market see a large crowd with strong activity. The yarded 8283 sheep and 224 cattle were present with 2228 sheep sold. Quotations cover mixed weaners ewes wethers and lambs with prices from 10d to 28s per head and notable consignments of merino ewes and store shorthorns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rider Shenton and Co. Ltd
Northam Municipal Council Meeting May 9 Minutes
The Northam Municipal Council held its fortnightly meeting on May 9. With the mayor absent due to illness, Dr Dunkley presided. council members included Cre ithwell, Stewart, Moore, Purslowe, Cock, and Edmondson. A Deputy Comptroller of Repatriation letter was discussed to support Repatriation efforts. The Works Committee report was considered but sunsetting additions to the present tablox were deferred pending next meeting. Dr Edmondson was named Chairman of the Works Committee, and Mr Minors received a one month holiday. A complaint about noxious weeds in Gairdner Street and nearby land led to a resolution to notify landowners to destroy the weeds, with council labour to be employed and costs to ratepayers, subject to notification to the Inspector of Noxious Weeds. The Finance report showed balances in several accounts and passed accounts totaling £367 16s 6d for payment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dunkley Penere Nivo
Creithwell
Stewart
Moore
Purslowe
Edmondson
Edmondoon
Minors
Gairdner Street
Thet
Heath
Klecie Light
Methodist Church News Whitsunday services announced
The usual Guild meeting occurs Tuesday evening. Friday nights include an 8 o'clock prayer and Bible study with exposition of the upcoming Sunday School lesson. Next Sunday is Whitsunday with hymns and subjects aligned to the occasion. Rev J B Stone of York will conduct both services on Sunday May 26.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. B. Stone
York
Children Hacking Cough at Wight Woods Great Peppa
A report notes children suffering a hacking cough during an event at Wight Woods titled Great Peppa in 6d era, with local observers describing mild symptoms and no reported severe illness.
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Wight Woods
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Boan
Anglican News
ST. James', West Nortilam
Northam Market
Northam Municipal Council
Methodist Church News
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