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Newspaper
Northam Courier
Location
Northam, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 24, 1913
Page
2
The piece lists horse race entries for five furlongs and a farewell holiday event. It mentions the Western Australian racing meetings, steward notes, and an outline of church synod activities in November with details on attendance and services. Also includes local society notes on agriculture, labor and prize events.
A three legged foal was born to a draught mare owned by Messrs Lukin Wisher and Co of Nairibia. Local farmers, seeking four sound legs, destroyed the animal. The report notes a similar freak of nature once drew money for Kentern shows.
Tenders for public works contracts will be received by the Minister for Works until noon October 8 for projects including court houses in Northam Kellerberrin and Merredin. Under-Secretary for Public Works issues notices. accompanying adverts warn of blemishes to be removed and outline upcoming elections in Western Australia with multiple parliamentary and federal contests anticipated.
The advertisement proclaims a premier display by W. H. Melvin & Co. showcasing superior craftsmanship and exclusive design. It emphasizes unmatched quality and distinctive style in their offerings.
Railway servants from eastern districts held a holiday gathering at York with a special train from Northam carrying thousands of workers and families. The event featured the York Band, a committee led by Mr J Goldsborg, and a condensed sports program including track events, races, and guessing competitions. officials noted broad community support and a successful, scenic day despite space limits.
In Northam Police Court, Turedass before Mears 1 PF Brimage and A J Lockyer warned for obscene milage and assault on Constable Famness. Lake resisted violently. fines totalling £2 with costs. Evans fined 10s for inciting Lake to resist. Two accidents reported after races. Greenwood and McCarthy injured with minor abrasions. Hills and Weston’s horse fell on loose stone. Public holiday Monday with bowling carnival and Liedertafel concert. sale of Woodamine Katete subdivision announced with auctioneer Jameson.
The Northam Bowling Carnival begins tomorrow with the entry close tonight for the Easty tours competition. Visiting bowlers are to be welcomed at the clubhouse on Sabir day morning. The official opening of the prem by Me dames Wireless MLLA occurs Monday afternoon and the carnival will run, time till the following Separdsy.
The Dowerin Debating Society met Tuesday evening with Mr Norris presiding. The discussion weighed leasehold versus freehold systems, with Mr Andrews and supporters backing leasehold and Mr Almason arguing for freehold. Most members favored freehold, while farmers pressed for resolution after wartime strains.
Meckering residents anticipate harvest with improving crops and better conditions than last season. Mrs W A Bailey makes a trial visit to town while local men focus on late summer farming tasks.
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