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Newspaper
Northam Courier
Location
Northam, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 28, 1912
Page
3
A fragmentary town improvement notice discusses an elevated footpath project on a main street corner, noting dangerous views and possible pedestrian risk. It questions who funds the plan and warns of potential accidents if the path proceeds without safeguards.
The anniversary social and prize distribution for Nodtham Presbyterian Sunday School was led by Rev. WF Turton. Children trained for the event performed solos and recitations, while the church orchestra provided music. prizes were awarded to senior and junior classes, with emphasis on good discipline and home training reflected in school attendance.
A fragmented 1932 racing notice lists W A T C fixtures including the Derby nominations for December 26 and Kerrakatte Plate on the fourth of the month. It details yearling and two year old entries for the Sires Produce Stakes with a £750 prize, higher than last year, and lists horses such as Alawn Antonio Argonaut Ayr Laddie Barbarossa, Green Mountain and Homeward Bound among others, plus Royal Artillery and Sir Robert in the race slate.
Fragmentary text shows a chemist offering a remedy named Vikophos ay. The advertisement features claimed years of experience and a boastful tone. It mentions Gennise The Nuremy Slithers and Geo E. Armstrong CHEMIST Strand Eooma Fhamronk Total amid garbled words and nonsensical phrasing.
A Local Board discussion centers on expanding Northam Government Hospital to provide isolation wards for infectious diseases. Reports describe crowded wards and patient transfers from surrounding districts, with calls for urgent hospital capacity improvements and district isolation facilities.
Dr. Rockett described a diphtheria case in Northam and addressed concerns about quarantine. He stated the patient had been quarantined and that a yellow flag would be raised in future, clarifying thehouse’s status to quell public impression.
Notices report the engagement and forthcoming nuptials at St John s Church with the Rev Abbao TL Marshal presiding. Details include residences in Doodiakine and Norther and timing at 3.90 pm. Also noted are public figures at events and medical updates on actor-manager Reynolds Drnmiwon gravely ill in Kalgoorlie.
Northam municipal meeting hears Works Committee proposals for year projects including gravelling track at Bow Ground and street upgrades from Ematut to Badly, Mortlock Avenue works, and garden scheme funding. Debate centers on cost, revenue share, and weather impacts as mayor, directors, and residents weigh roads, weirs, water supply, and garden plans.
The council debated the proposed works list with focus on the overdrawn year end and potential £100 to £1000 shifts. The Works Committee aims to avoid overcommitment while considering street repairs, drainage, and water supply needs across wards including Taylor Street and Avon area.
Empire Day activities in Northam featured school children receiving essays and enjoying a holiday. A matinee of moving pictures at Palace Theatre, funded by Mayor and Council, attracted about 1,200 students and 900 parents.
In farming districts May trade continues with rising demand for dairy and store sheep amid scarce supplies. Hog and beef markets show strength, with prices improving as store sheep and cattle sell at firmer values. wool and horses remain sought after in regional markets.
Federals overcame the Unions 3.6 to 2.9 in a hard fought match witnessed by a crowd at the railway men’s ground. Key players included Federals Hayis Cassoney Neave and Parsons, while Union standouts were Manning Heal and Cooper. The game featured persistent attacks, several minors, and a late rally by the Unions that fell short as Federals retained the lead through the final whistle.
The schedule lists first round matches Federals against Newcastle and York against Union s in June. Second round shows Dung 15 Linions against Newcastle and others including Federals v York with Newcastle v York. Third round and August dates outline York Toodyay and Federals versus Cajunss with semi finals to follow.
The Soumalling Association held a match at Goomalling or Butte with Wanderers and Settler City competing. Barry and Ibex ill Improve Asinke were noted, with Vet and others providing a strong whistle. The overall play was praised despite rough passages.
Fragmented OCR summary indicates a local football or cricket cup event with team selections for a match next Saturday. Mentions Goomalling and Rover disbandment, and a list of candidate players from Batlock, Bury, Carey, Unvauaeh, Cogie, Chat field, Hors, Downey, Faulkner, Wrench, Glaus, Gordon, H, Lockyer, J. Kookyee, G. Looser, Lord, Mone ger, Morris, Murphy, McCreary, Othea, Patier, Rows, Che aod Ward.
Minutes of a meeting of the Goomalling association noting permits granted to play for five clubs including Monte Warriors Dowerin and Wanderers. Names listed include G. L. Morea A.B. Dore Peter Burntaml G. Hy Rowe and others. A. W H. Slater and D Lynch special permits discussed with next meeting set for 2 pm Saturday before match start.
A garbled report describes a Saturday golf match involving Northant and York teams with uncertain scores and players. It mentions names like Smith and Dompster, various rounds, interruptions, and unclear outcomes. The piece references multiple locations and a long, noisy sequence of phrases that obscures the actual result.
The upcoming lawn tennis event features Wesles and SC Toba teams clashing on the Weslo court. Players from St Johns and Weslay clubs are listed with named gentlemen and reserves, all urged to arrive promptly for selection from the line.
A fragment notes job printing activities in the city with scant readable details. It references printing work and possible local business activity, but the limited text provides no clear events, dates, or names to confirm.
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