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Newspaper
Northam Courier
Location
Northam, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 22, 1912
Page
2
Gosmalling Roads Board minutes record chain measurements and double forming tasks along Wangan road Hinds road Strichlant's Pond and Wannabin road with various chain lengths and labor notes. Secretary F Edwards notes printing done at the office.
Nominations close October 16th with the secretary at Goomalling or Mr J Gollan Northam. Weights set with penalties after declarations. bookmakers must be registered by W A T C. Committee may reject nominations at any time without reason. entries require full fees.
At the Mechanics Institute tonight Music by Master I Gruen with Tod ay. Gentlemen 24 shillings and Ladies 1 shilling.
A collage of signatures and firm names shows Geomalling business people agreeing to close operations at 12 noon on Wednesday November 1913. Signatories include Geomalling race committee members and local merchants like Millar Timber and Trading Company and Kinworths.
Strayed into my paddock Ruy Mare branded near shoulder and forehead mark. If not claimed by time allowed by law will be sold to Habeos G. Kevile, South Cuudendiv.
The piece defends the Scaddan Budget against Opposition attacks while noting the broader political debate. It cites projected year end deficits of £121,000 plus £1,000,000 anticipated shortfall, and forecasts total accumulated debt near £287,000. It argues Government plans to justify increased taxation and continued development despite risks to state finances and electors.
A report on the current happenings outlines the budget’s success for state trading concerns with railways and steamers showing profits. It notes a large loan energy, a strong capital expenditure on railways, and a net profit after expenses. The piece discusses uniform valuation proposals, taxation stance, and government honesty in potential tax increases. Also covered are Land Board decisions and local social events, including a women’s branch social at the Railway Institute and horse breeding notices.
In the present year heavy mortality at Children's Hospital spurred government action. Cows from a State farm were moved to Perth to aid hospital needs. Budget figures show the government allocated £4,232 for buildings machinery irrigation and stock, with £1,851 for the last item. The Claremont dairy reportedly posted a £187 profit after expenses. A health board inspector also praised a milk sample as among the best seen in Perth.
Palace Theater presents nine programs tonight led by The Cnealve a premier Australian comedy duo appearing in Fin in the teher. They headline alongside The Great Prayer of the Arab and Tombering to Benwil. An exclusive variation titled A Soldier's Honor is also advertised with an Australian Gazette feature.
The Spring Carnival of the Northam Bowling Club opened amid large town interest and friendly hospitality. crowds near 400 attended as James Mitchell MLA performed the opening ceremony, with J P Cottam MLA and local officials delivering welcomes. Teams from Busselton and Perth competed in a busy Club Fours program and a week of events was outlined with rounds through Friday and finals, highlighting strong local support and a generous sponsorship that raised the trophy value to around 70 pounds.
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