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Northam Courier

Location

Northam, Western Australia, Australia

Date

May 31, 1912

Page

3

Civic Welcome to Officers at Western Australia Military School

The Defence Forces and Western Australian Military District present a civic welcome to officers and staff at the military school. Names listed include Captain F. M. Lorenzo and Captain J. P. Lalor among instructors, with area and staff officers across Perth, East Fremantle, Victoria and Northam. Senior cadets and attachments such as Captain W. B. Aenear, Captain Miller, and Lieuts. Long, Evans, Wills participate in the instructional program for the future citizen corps.

Australia Western Australian Military District Stes F. M. Lorenzo J. P. Lalor J. HH. Peck J. H. Roach H. G. Harrin Miller Carte Get Phillips Ares Perth Ligut. Williams Eastle O'Donnell Bum Lovelie Aree Victoria Evans Margotin W.A Evarett Theut Burch Ara Northam Milner

Welcome to Northam officers entertained at Town Hall

The Northam town council hosted visiting Australian military officers in a morning assembly at the Town Hall. The District Commandant Lieut. Colonel Irving arrives, to meet cadets, review training facilities, and visit Toodyay and local companies during a planned weekend schedule.

Gaaleipel Lowmepoogie Ag Australia siBelent Northam W. R. Arnest Kennedy Irving Toodyay

Weather and health ad offers remedy from Geo E Armstrong

A faded adlike fragment urges readers to check health and appetite while noting worsening weather. It mentions Geo E Armstrong, a chemist, and gives a terse, unclear endorsement about remedies amid damp conditions and general fatigue.

Acalasia Geo E. Armstrong

Northam rainfall records show remarkable long term consistency

Official rainfall figures for Northam extend back to 1877 with gaps from 1880 to 1851, highlighting remarkable steadiness over generations. The analysis notes last year had record low rainfall in meteorological history, while 1902 and 1807 show distribution patterns tied to key growing months, stressing potential farm prosperity under modern methods.

Northam

Complete Table of All Records Ao Average Rain for 1830

The fragment hints at a complete compilation of rainfall records for the year 1830. The text appears to request an exhaustive table of all recorded precipitation values, possibly aggregating monthly or yearly totals and averages. Specific station names, dates, and measurements are not provided in readable form.

Rainfall Records Highlight Northam's Drought-Free Climate

A long term rainfall table for April to December over 21 years shows remarkably consistent precipitation in Northam. Only 1002 year had July to January months under ten inches, underscoring the district as a reliable agricultural area. The records, now public, promote Northam as a premier sisteral district with drought rarely affecting crops.

Delabee Northam

Moving pictures prompt debate at Northam Wesley Guild

The Northam Wesley Guild held the first meeting of the session at Wertey Gill mas heal on Wednesday evening with large youth attendance. Rev C H Hammer spoke on The Problem of Moving Pictures and warned of both potential benefits and dangers. Delegates urged government supervision and a strict censorship for youth oriented film showings. The gathering elected committees, adopted the season's business plan, and appointed officers including Secretary Mise Voters and Treasurer Mr Jose Moore.

Wertey Gill C. H. Hammer Atay Unite States Europe Asia Constantinople Hong Kong Russia Iemon i F. B. Meyer England Prince Serna Wentwhiem Gage Coewney Vnce Clave Secnion Stewert J. Matthews Literars Mise Holl Jose Moore Water

Northam Race Club public meeting planned at Mechanics Institute

The Northam Race Club committal held a meeting at the Slabs office chaired by Jos. Mitchells MLA. A letter from the WA Trotting Association sought permission to conduct a trotting meeting at Northam racecourse with a £5 fee. A public meeting was proposed for Saturday June 22 at the Mechanics Institute to attract town residents and members, aiming to boost attendance and support.

Northam Race Club Slabs Jos. Mitchells Mensrs H. Hancock H. I. Leeder de. Rockett J. Gollan W.A. Trotting Association Pasing Northarn Leeder Hey Ibs de. Roerett de. Rocsatt Beckett Ledler

Fragmented note on old remedies and home cures

The text describes various ancient remedies for ailments, mentioning mustard baths, strong liquor, pepper mint cure, and plaster poultices. It contrasts traditional cures with modern skepticism and hints at mixed opinions about their effectiveness.

Toodyay and Felventa Play Tomorrow at East Sortham Ground

Football notes from East Sortham report Toodyay and Felventa meeting tomorrow afternoon. Both teams have defeated Latous and York this season and a tight, hard contest is forecast. Federals have solid scores against opponents, while unions show strong defense and improved goal kicking. Coaches praise Parsons and Casserly for key contributions as Federal lineup is listed. A Central Federation football meeting is scheduled at Shamrock Hotel tomorrow afternoon.

Felventa Toodyay Sortham Dikke Latous York Tovay Federals Federals Have Totalled Uvidlate To Their Opponents Sy. Agen Ee Dams Clube Avsecie Wein Klewas Ps Ie Kederasnd Gordon Parsons Schper Aubae Jo Fient-Elaes Casserly Aine Federa Praie Hinchin Hewitt Minmett Gillie de Varde Pil

Meckering v Tammin Football Match Report

Avon association records Meckering v Tammin football clash played Saturday. Meckering capitaincy under W Denge led a poor display as Tammin dominated. Final scores show Tammin 12 0 and Meckering 4 15, Roy Stewart officiated as umpire.

W. Denge Tammin Azn Meewertig Prain Roy Stewart Wae

Lawn Tennis Pennant Matches Begin In Fine Weather

Eastern Districts Tennis Association opened pennant matches on Wednesday in good conditions. St John’s Club and Wesley Club contested in the Gentlemen’s Grade on Wesley Court with Wesley showing stronger form though neither fielded its best team. Singles and doubles results favored St John’s 6 sets to 1 with 39 games to 17 for Wesley, while in the ladies’ section Wesley defeated St John’s players with five sets to one, 20 games to 18 for Wesley across the two clubs.

Eoorkloving St. Johmal Wesley Deshot Baryonel Iinetatore Wesleye Stevens Stiebards Adams Richards St. John Mediing Garritty Steves Ray Iveush St. John's Ginenda Waaley Mrs. Watts Miss Rickey Weales Mircel V. Horton Viveash Mindes A Minson V. Horton A. Ws Porter Mise K Stewart Wesles

Nominations for W A Derby and Karraatts Plate listed

The document lists nominations due December 26 for the W A Derby 1913 and Derby 1912, plus the Karraatts Plate and Sires Produce Stakes for 1918 and 1914. It notes prize funds of 1000 sovs for the W A Derby, 750 sovs for the Karraatts Plate, and 65 sovs for Sires Produce Stakes two year olds. Progeny names include Alawa, Antonio, Argonaut, Ayr Lactie, Barberosea, Blue Spec and others.

Alawa Antonio Argonaut Ayr Lactie Barberosea Blue Spec Carbineer En Garde Fide Tis Flavus Fusilade Gree Mountain Grenelle Homeward Bound Wes Lord Curetoo Mural Taraian Plava Toseirion Positano Irident King Rouge Cruix Royal Artillery Sylvanite Sir Robert Tarquin Traquair Wallace

South Australia Birthday Cup Acceptances Listed

Racing in South Australia notes the acceptances for the Birthday Cup, with entries and outlines of contenders. Details include leading horses and trainer connections queued for the race. The list previews probable runners and betting implications for the event.

South Australia

Rifle Shooting Club Meets at Hutte in Moreby

Members of the Northam Wise Chair plan a gathering at the public Hutte in Moreby next, stating intent to set a fee for participation and noting local rifle shooting activities.

Northam Moreby Thrace

Northam Polo Club elects officers at Houston meeting

Northam Polo Club held a meeting at Houston on Monday with Mewura F McKinnell, Herbert Wither, and others present. McKinnell was named chair, with Jun Mitchett as president and B Pole Pate as vice president. A fundraising drive and subscription were planned to cover the year’s matches. a committee led by McKinnell and Withnelt was formed to secure reminders and equipment including haven sticks.

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