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Newspaper

Northam Courier

Location

Northam, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Nov 16, 1917

Page

5

Death of Mrs A N Petchey in West Northam

The death of Mrs Ann Norah Petchey occurred Tuesday at Fitzgerald Street West Northam. A Cork Ireland native aged 63 years, she came to Australia 63 years ago and lived in Northam 16 years. Her husband predeceased her about a decade ago. She leaves two sons and a daughter, 17 grandchildren and 40 great grandchildren. Funeral was at 8 Foxephix Church and interment followed in the RC portion of Northam cemetery with Rev Father O'Donnell officiating and Mr W Purslawe conducting arrangements.

Ann Norah Petchey Fitzgerald Street West Northam Cork Ireland Australia Northam Wo Veichey Mes R. Brennan Foxephix Church Ithe RC O'Donnell Ottieiatng W. Pushey Aon R. Brennan A. de Mitchell Edna Nellie Norman Ralphs Kenzie Jack Payney Dulcie Coral Star A. J. Ho Warts Willie Dave Hexarly W. Purslawe

Death of an Old Resident in Northam

The death occurred Sunday at Northam Government Hospital of Mrs Anne Brennan aged 78 of Irishtown Northam after protracted illness. The late resident spent most of her life in the Toolyay and Irishtown district. Relatives listed include Nerdingtt Mrs Leg any, Woat Nathan, Messale Brennan, and Mr Patrick Brennan. The funeral mass was at St Joseph’s Church Northam with interment at Northam Cemetery Catholic section, conducted by Fr Farhee O’Donnell. Hinge Me Purslowe assisted with funeral arrangements.

Northam Government Anne Brennan Irishtown Northam Toolyay Legany Woat Nathan Messale Brennan Patrick Brennan S Josepha Church Noriluin

Fatal Accident at Spencer's Brook Claims Andrew Fogarty

An inquest heard Andrew Fogarty 43 died after a fall at Spencer's Brook railway yard during truck unloading. He collapsed, struck his head, and died from an accident blamed on a broken neck with no blame on others. His brothers and mother noted locally. The body was moved to Perth and buried at Kareakatra Cemetery.

Andrew Kogany Spencer's Brook Fogarty Fogadty Mexsmus M. Fogarty Northam Leederville Perth Kareakatra Meri Uae EA Lockyer Mesars AE Rey MG Craig Rockett

Anglican News Social and Holy Communion Notices

Tuesday Gift Evening at Mr Ferguson's Stalls supports Continental Fete with songs and refreshments. Wednesday social and dance in St James Hall admission by gift. Sunday two Holy Communion services at St James with E W Kenworthy leading. Rector heads to Dowerin Sunday eve. Mother's Union service and Rector speech next Wednesday. John s Union Vestry meeting Monday at 8. Members urged to attend.

E.W. Kenworthy St. James Dowerin Mother's Union St. John’s Mothers’ Union

Annual District Synod Opens in Northam at Wesley Church

The Ninth Annual District Synod began at Wesley Church Northam on Tuesday morning November 13 with chairman Rev H Full and ministers including Rev E Stone Rev F W Clow Rev R H Mason Rev F F Riley and others. Prospective ministerial candidate F J Riddle appeared for examination and theology trials followed by sermons to a large audience. A public meeting with addresses by Rev J E Stone Rev T Cook Rev F Close Rev F F Riley and Rev R E Mason closed the day with reflections on church authority and modern tendencies.

Wesley Church Northam H. Full E. Stone F. W. Clow R. H. Mason F.F. Riley Roger J. R. Elny R.A. Sullivan Thos. Cook J. Riddle F. J. Riddle Wa C. B. Hanis Spa Eahlh J. E. Stone T. Cook FW. Close F. F. Riley R. EL Mason F, Riley

East Northam sheep sale draws graziers statewide

A busy sale at East Northam saw Elder Shenton and Coy Ltd report strong turnout of graziers from across the State. Prices quoted include ewes to 18s, fat lambs 15s 9d, store lambs up to 35s, cattle with calves to 14s and heavy porks to 37s, with vigorous bidding on wethers and rams as well.

Messrs Elder Shenton and Coy Ltd Ree Port Ander Vane East Northam wWenisca Lly Trate Wellness Welkers Lonily Wartork

Methodist Church News from Wesley Church Services

Two visiting ministers will conduct services at Wesley Church this Sunday Rev J R Elms from Dowerin leads the morning service and Rev A S Fry of the Bible Society the evening service. The district chairman Rev H Fauil visits Dowerin for anniversary services and a public meeting.

Wesley Church J. R. Elms Dowerin A.S. J Fry The Bible Society H. Fauil Guild Tterary W. Corley Butler Adjutant Ede York Northam Young People's Department Wiles Sco Evenin Japan

Municipal Elections in Northam Central Ward Contest

The Northam municipal election appears to feature a single contest in the Central Ward with candidates Mosaers Md Moora Byfield and others advertising for the mayoralty. Voter sentiment seems to favor the incumbent two year mayoral tenure amid uncertain challenges.

Northam Mosaers Moora Byfield Advertisies

Meckering Sheep Auction Friday November 23

Menses Eller Shenton and nine others under instruction from various owners plan a large sheep auction at the Meckering ticket on Friday November 23. A separate item lists Alan Herbert Dyer and a pedestrian injury after a collision near Fitzgerald Street and the Courier Office. A hospital recovery follows with medical attention and transfer to Government Hospital. A committee promotes a Fancy Fair and Produce Market to support the new Convent School building fund at the Palace Theatre on the same day. The Act Union Bazaar draw will occur during the event.

Menses Eller Shenton Alan Herbert Dyer Fitzgerald-street Courier Callisinn I'c Foley Spry Government Hospital Rockett Alo Palace Theatre Act Union

Jam Fencing Posts For Sal

Fencing posts offered in large quantities at top quality. Contact this office for pricing and availability.

Sal

Avon Butter and Bacon Co Operative Shareholders Meeting

AMERIMNG of the persons who have agreed to become Shareholders in the above Company will be held in the Mechallien Institute Northam on Saturday the 24th at 8 pm to pass the Memorandum and Articles of Association of the Company. A W Byfield Chairman Provisional Directors.

Amerimng Mechallien — Institute Northam A. W. Byfield

Returned Soldiers Visit Northam After York Arrivals

About forty returned soldiers arrived at Northam from York yesterday around noon. They were greeted by ladies and gentlemen at the Palace Theatre where Jon Jas Mits, district addressed a welcome. They visited their old posts and were entertained at high tea by the Ladies' Welcome Committee. Supper followed before further festivities.

Northam York Palace Theate Jon Ine Palace Theatre

Walkers Book Store Promotes Cheetmas Gifts

Walker declares elaborate preparations for festive season sales at Walkers Book Store offering a magnificent stock of varied goods suitable as presents for all ages and tastes. The advertisement invites customers to browse the wide range and join in the seasonal shopping event.

Walker’s Book Store Cheetmas Me Walker Walker

Northam Mayoral Nomination Letter to Ratepayers

A. W. Byfield states he again seeks the mayoralty of Northam and respectfully solicits ratepayer support. The letter is addressed to residents, urging their suffrage in the upcoming election.

Northam seeks votes in Central Ward race with supporters

The message from Amthoryneally Fitzgerald Northam requests Ratpayers in the Central Ward to verify, back, and vote for his candidacy and support. The note emphasizes respectful solicitation of votes and local backing.

Licensing Notice For Various Personal Property And Dwellings

OPICE 49 issues license renewal for Cubs Cabdeewees Carriere days motor vehicles motor cycles bicycles livestock and houses within the municipality. License must be renewed before November 7 warning of proceedings against noncompliers. Court authorities caution all residents to comply.

OPICE Sieulin

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Dale’s Bon Marche Bon Marche and Beehive A. N. Petchey Anglican News ST. James’, West Northam Methodist Church News Club Hotel Avon Butter and Bacon Co-Operative Company, Limited North Ast A. W. Byfleld Municipality R. FL HW. Eastman Fitzgerald Northam Northam Municipality Vowa
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