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Newspaper

Northam Courier

Location

Northam, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Nov 24, 1916

Page

6

Benefit to Mr E Madigan Draws Support From City

For years Mr E Madigan has served colleagues, now in declining health. A charity event led by Mayor A W Byfield is planned for Monday December 11 with a picture entertainment ice cream and other refreshments to raise funds at one shilling a ticket. F T Webb is honorary secretary and appeals to locals to contribute.

E. Madigan Galliay Eemployees A. W. Byfield Madigan F. T. Webb

Children of Parkerville Visit Northam Theatre

Parkerville Home children arrived by afternoon train to Northam greeted at the station by Mrs. G. L. Throssell and Rev. A. G. Marshall. They attended a Palace Theatre show Snowdrop and Dwarf and raised about £25 at the door. They were hosted by local ladies and later feasted at Bernard Terrace before returning home.

Parkerville Northam G. L. Throssell A. G. Marshall Palace Theatre R. S. Mannering Fitzgerald-street

Russia's Agricultural Backbone Drives Its Economy

A historical report highlights agriculture, cattle raising, and mining as Russia's economic backbone. It notes abundant food in 1916 with large cereal exports, strong rye and wheat yields, and vast forest resources. The text cites 1913 production and export figures, including horses, cattle, sheep, hogs, and tobacco, underscoring Russia's extensive agricultural output and forest area.

Russia United States Germany Austria Russian Empire Siberia

Beverley Youth’s Bold Push to Enlist in War Service

The Beverley Times highlights 18 year old Billy Hastings who pursued enlistment with persistence. After a physician suggested toe surgery to improve his chances, he had toe removals and returned to be admitted. Now in camp, his determination stands as a lesson to reluctant young men across the Commonwealth.

Beverley Times Commonwealth Billy” Hastings W. Hastings Beverley Billy Dr. Butler Hammer Perth Ned Jack

Bean Bros Property Bulletin Offers Local Listings

Bean Bros Porth forwards a copy of Bean's Monthly Property Bulletin listing houses land businesses poultry and dairy farms wheat and mixed farms for sale plus furnished and unfurnished houses on hand. Full particulars available on application to Bean Bros Porth who will send copies to clients.

Bean Bean Bros. Porth

Abolition of Bookmakers Clarified by Premier

The Premier said a telegram from Mr. Cox of the Western Australian Turf Club states bookmakers are to cease December 1. It notes existing arrangements and asks for action deferred until after Christmas amid cabinet discussions. Cabinet approved extending abolition until after the New Year meeting January 2.

F. Wilson Cox, Chai W.A.T.C Melbourne

Dryden's Worm and Condition Powders for Horses and Cattle

Tresise Chemist in Northam advertises Dryden's Worm and Condition Powders for horses and cattle. The tonic mixture claims to improve condition, coat, and overall health. Sold at the Northam shop with additional veterinary remedies in stock.

Dryden Tresise Northam

List of grocery prices and items in old ad

An old price list shows B P Chidlow dairy and pantry items with unit prices. Items include Dairy Butter 1s 6d per lb, Phenyle 6d per bottle, Smoked Sardines 4d per tin, Zebra Blue 34d per dozen, Tomato Sauce 61 per bottle, Dried Peaches 10d per lb, Eucalyptus 8d per bottle, and New Cheese 1s per lb.

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Sentol Kennedy Bros General Merchants Lewis, Wells and Co MR. E. Madigan the Children OF A Useful Property Bulletin R. D. Lane B. P. Chidlow Beecham's The Fremantle Wool & Grain Stores Ltd Chas, Mills Clark Wholesale and Retail Butchers Clark & Phillips, Limited,Reort,owtie D. J Melman Beast Mamage A. D. Mitchell
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