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Newspaper
Northam Courier
Location
Northam, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 10, 1912
Page
3
Fragmentary notes describe a colonial era project near Goomalling with a 40 foot high structure and a 25 000 gallon capacity tank. Mentions a public entertainment event, a football club gathering, and planned visits by Mrs Wilkinagn with advertised prices and venue details.
The report outlines a Meckering gathering with J. Bitar acting as MGs and a committee including Mette Anthony Isurts Shubim IL wnd W. Carter Kugall. It notes £10 raised, distributions to committees, and a balance for the Lia Randa fund. A Willard match between A. O Burte and E. Hock at Commercial Hotel Billiard Saloon is described with scores and final totals.
A weathered note reports crop damage and recovery after a drought extended through August 20. It notes a 1 percent reimbursement and a five week period with an estimated total fall of 17 units. The Mt Marshall picnic is planned for September 28, with high interest and community expectations.
A lively Dowerin Tennis Club ball attracted many members and guests to the Agricultural Hall. Dancing began before midnight and continued to early hours with music by Mr Power. Tables overflowed with dainties as committees, led by secretary Mr Alex Citacovitch, arranged decorations and refreshments for a memorable social evening.
A social at Parla Hall featured Mesdames Parker and Thompson hosting in honor of Miss Thackrah who soon marries and moves to Perth. Guests enjoyed dancing and singing, a dainty supper, and gifts as Mr Thackrah thanked attendees and organizers. Notables included Rev and Mrs Marshall and many local families. One Shaw entries urged timely submission.
A fragmented notice describes sale of acres in Gram Valley with fenced parcels and water rights. It lists land and crop values in pounds, a mortgage option through Agricultural Bank, and mentions multiple plots near Goomalling with varied sizes and conditions. The ad notes second property details and says terms are favorable, inviting interested buyers.
Dowerin travelled to Uoomutling for a Saturday football match that finished in a late drive by Goowalling to level the game. The teams fielded Lockyer and Haswell lineups with notable scorers including Dewarin and Davies, as the scorelines show quarter by quarter with high totals in the second period.
A party of fifteen from Northam and Perth played a golf clash at the South Worth links on Sunday. Strong wind and rough conditions limited scoring as singles and foursomes produced tight results with several matches decided by slim margins.
Wanderers travel to Dover on Saturday for a decisive trial to assess form. The lineup includes Anutey Brown captain Bleter Lesh Gorman Studwou Livaus Lond J. Kucward Wynn Liars Geto Williams Unitty Francusy Garnett W White W Howes Cyomee Chester Woul over Wid Hatwell Latwoll Hayter Davie Leo twirl D. lee Martitt scholsam A Moore Piamminis H Siewes Tulle O'stuigbossy Gilbert C Jouds Rec Wernley Larrison.
The Wesley and St John’s clubs meet tomorrow to decide the fours match in the final of the competition. St John’s previously beat Wesley 5 to 3 in wet play while Wesley drew with St John’s. Weather may test the players on the St John’s course with Marstall Richaus Love sid Morrell O Donoghue Wells Withnell Horton Hubble in line.
Advertisements invite applications for the Advisory Steward role at the Goorn Mailing Race Club. Submissions close at 11 AM Saturday with Sir Horace Withnell as secretary. The annual meeting will follow at the Goorn Mailing Clubhouse to appoint officers for the coming year.
The Wesley Club held its annual meeting with Rev C H Hammer presiding and fair attendance. Officers were elected for the coming year including President Rev C H Hammer and multiple vice presidents and committee members. a working week in October was planned to separate grounds for a second port.
Reports from the uoit tour nament at the Show Grounds on Gulu May detail Round results with W. Wollenden defeating Logan 25-21 and Ackland over Wollenden 25-16. Masehmedt beat Campbell, Taylor beat Olsen, and Taylor won again in later rounds before a final where W. Wollenden defeated C. Taylor 25-22. A meeting of quiet players is planned to reform the club.
Youths named John Heshe Predovick Rowrt Minsin Frederick Newlyn Lally and Albert Edward Live faced a Children's Court over failing to meet military drill duties. Lieut Luren, adjutant of Lag Both Battalion, led the case with RM Me W. 1 Cowan presiding. The four admitted the charge. fines were waived and they were referred to the adjutant for corrective drill work.
Smetel members of Uke Nurtuna Kigie Claw visited the range for practice on Sunday noting wind shifts from seven to twenty. Members remember upcoming meetings in the next weeks with dates and places to be announced. The club cup event is planned for next Sunday as the arcaned hoc for the club cup will take place.
A fragmented 19th century notice from James Uren nan urges support for a trotting event in Australia. It appeals to Northam citizens and members of the Australasian Trotting Association, outlining a plan to mobilize a large contingent for a race program featuring a famed harness horse and special trumpet ensembles. It requests contributions from about 250 members and includes a formal closing from the secretary.
The Canadian Cadets arrived amid a warm reception led by local officials and citizens. Officials outlined a packed visit including a welcome by His Excellency the Governor Sir Gerald Surcclaw, a tour of the town, a morning arrival parade, and a planned musical program with the Home Band of the WA Trotting Association assisting in the entertainment.
The Southern Brook Show lists cultural events and exhibitions for Friday September 30. Activities include sections for displays, prizes for winners, refreshments, a ground dance and an evening hall event with music and walking races. Organizer Mr Thineen coordinates the program expected to attract attendees seeking entertainment and community gathering.
The Northam Town Council held an August meeting to discuss establishing a machinery works and assess benefits to the district. Mayor and speakers debated site needs, transport costs, and local housing for workers, with emphasis on securing state support and a united community front.
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