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Newspaper
Northam Courier
Location
Northam, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 13, 1914
Page
2
Mr J J Kenneally the selected Labor candidate will address meetings in Northam electorate with schedules listed for Mualabaine Irishtowm and Seabrook Seabrook Northam Southern Brook Town Hall Northam on Oct 14 16 47 14 20.
Northam ratepayers are notified that the Council will sit as a court for the revision of the electoral lists for the coming year at 7 30 p m on Thursday the 15th inst. Objections to the roll will be considered. Mayor O I Hernard signs the notice.
Local notes detail political activity with C. L. Bernard of the Communist Party addressing Mustinies as Westonia district prospects. It lists scheduled dates for meetings in Sharon, Southern Brook, and Trishtowi, plus corps of committee members and postal vote officers. Additional items cover road board expenditures, theater plans, weathered damage, and charitable relief efforts across various towns including Northam, Goomalling, and Meckering.
The Legislative Assembly received nominations for one member in Northam District. Names listed include Ames Mitchell of Northam, farmer. Oscar Lifchitz Bernard of Northam, farmer. Ames Joseph Ken Neally of West Northam, engineer. Returning Officer John P. Caine presides. Northam, 1914.
A public notice states that the writer has taken over the business formerly conducted by Mr HL Wallace as Confectionery and Cool Drink Shop. The new proprietor, R. Garcia of Northam, denies any impediment and plans to contribute 75 to the Retlet Fund if required.
After large community meetings a War and Unemployment Distress Relief Fund is created with a central committee including Perth officials archbishops mayors and local leaders. The fund aims to alleviate war and drought hardship by collecting and distributing funds across Western Australia to aid distressed districts and ensure equitable support.
The Commonwealth Parliament will send additional troops to Europe as needed and secure peace with the Allies. A pension scheme for Australians in active service and dependents is to be provided, with pensions to widows and orphans when finances allow. Public works to proceed vigorously, and cooperation with State Governments to bolster engagement and development. Initiatives to promote new industries, use Murray River waters, and establish a nationwide railway range for defence. Legislation to empower rulers to initiate or veto laws, reclaim the Navigation Act, and regulate pilots. Arbitration Act reforms and uniform laws on marriage, divorce, and legitimacy will be introduced.
A speech by Mr. Drew critiques Liberal deficits and praises Colgateh while noting past financial shortfalls. The piece touches on the Rhin cathedrals restoration aftermath, German destruction, and parliamentary reactions. It also covers election commentary, public meetings, and local political rhetoric involving Liberals, Fusionists, and Country Party figures.
Entries for the Worthan Show are invited with prizes for the largest display of pres in the trust and for flowers. The Presbyterian Church secures the afternoon tea stall and duties at the show. Tenders for stalls and side shows close at 2 PM, with payments and premiums noted for racecourse privileges and related arrangements.
The May Reserve club women struggle as Wesley Car wins their fourth match of the tournament. Singles results include Middleton defeating Morten, Richardson beating Radmondson, and Morrell with Burting taking the pair’s win. Doubles matches were forfeited, and both clubs prepare for a Wednesday 3 PM rematch with Reserve represented by Hancock, Smith, Dempster, and Dempster, Wesley by Stewart, Nottage, Smith, and Brootis.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe Reck Prime quality goods with pricing in shillings and pence. Mentions lambs and a prime barley item. lists an amount 198 Td and 145 00 thm. Contains unclear phrases and potential trade terms from a historical ad.
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