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Newspaper

Northam Courier

Location

Northam, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Sep 28, 1917

Page

5

North Cunderdin Picnic Brings Crowd and Funds

The North Cunderdin annual picnic and sports on Wednesday 19th inst at Etheldale Hill drew over four hundred attendees. Events included horse hurdles, hacks, ladies races, and a shhefield handicap. raffles and an auction raised funds. An opening dance in the school-room, with Mr W Barry as musician and Mr Robert Antony as MC, concluded the day, with proceeds over £40.

Mesdames Matthews Madew Grieve Kemp Carmody Carter Meadows Lundy Matthewa Sand Maden Aitcheson I Donovan Bunfield Haris Caner Landy Farmers Hack J ‘Bunfield Bob J Bunfield Miss Landy H Pieper Miss Carter Rae Lordy W Pascoe Jasper Mrs Grisve Mat Frawley Logg Rosia May Rice M.C Robert Antony

Anglican News Miss Russell speaks at St James Boll

On Monday Miss Margaret Russell of Bombay will address women at St James Boll at 4 pm with lantern slides and scenes from Hindu and Kashmire life. Admission is free. The Rector preaches next Sunday on Things new and old at 7 30 a m and 7 30 p m with reflections on church and new religions.

T. James West Northam Margaret “Russell Bombay St James Russell Cvming Seliyon

Death of Mrs Ryan Prompts Northam Funeral Details

The Northam district mourns Mrs. Ryan of Rossmore who died after illness on Tuesday. The funeral proceeded Wednesday with interment in the Norham RC section. Rev Father Masterson conducted prayers at St Joseph’s Church and at the graveside, with numerous mourners and wreaths from local families and associations.

Northam Ryan Rossmore Rrany Toodyay Norham Father Masterson Michael Patrice John May Madge Gertrude Treas Aughters Edward Laren J. 1 Leeson Phil Ryse Sinter Northarpton B. Barch Northam Regicultural Baciery Cathie D. Wetheroon Jack Bolgert Joseph Lockyer Fraser and Allan P. Dowler T. Slater Haywood Aul- Mire F. Bowen Royal Barry Jennarubbine School Mes Young and Hay Mrogenove Hill Q. T. Wilkerson Wanliss Mra J. O'Hara McCarry Bay B P. Onialow Miss Allington Fanhagan N_'TS Hannagat Wagin J. F Powell Fepnacibbine Byfield P. O'Neill J. Gregory F. Brookes J. H. Tar. Sat J.hennagan T. Brookes Mollie G Powell Harry Gwelda Tom

Field trial praises Sundercut implement on scrub land

In Dowerin a field trial of the Sundercut tillage device by B V Mettay at Albert Maisey's farm drew 2 S good attendance from farmers and local business figures. The Sundercut’s seven twin discs cut through scrub, ploughing and clearing the ground in one pass, earning unanimous praise as the best tool yet seen. The device was hailed as potentially paying for itself after initial use on scrub land.

B. V. Mettay Sun- Shine Albert Maisey Messrs Mainey and Smiliscombe Hy Vy McKay Minisey

Grass Valley Red Cross Elects Officers for October Fair

Grass Valley Branch of the Red Cross held an ordinary meeting on Friday with officers present. Plans were finalized for a social, charitable, and jumble fair on October 5 to raise funds for prisoners of war in Germany. Donations of wool from six district farmers were requested. Members reported steady subscriptions and generous contributions from various donors and groups.

Grass Valley The Red Cross Society E. H. Christnass F. W. Kor RR Tegguson W Roberts"Brien D. Serman I Meares E Seraian MecGeachin G’lennon Germany Ilx MF O'Rourke Js Ehass Tehkens CT Dempster

Northam Show Delights Crowds Despite Weather

The Northam Show held on Tuesday and Wednesday drew large attendance despite rain. Livestock and poultry displays impressed with top figures, while remarkable exhibits included a notable bac organved by Mr. F Réwell. The event featured record setting ponies and trotting horses, with King Cola and Bashful Bos among winners, and overall praise for the officials and arrangements.

Middleton King Cola Silver Bell Bos Bac F. Réwell Northart Rewell Baron Curmy

Nungarin Show Meeting Plans Show Grounds Venue Changes

Large attendance at Ui Nungarin Hotel for a meeting about the forthcoming Agricultural Show. Mr A C McCorry presided with Hon Sec A E Andrews reporting social committee actions including 200 ball tickets and moving events to the Show Ground. Lettered notes thanked the Notanning Picnic and Ball organizers for date changes to avoid clashes. Overgrown entries reported. the day described as highly successful.

Ui Nungarin A. C. McCorry Hon Sec A. E. Andrews Hon See Ball Jim

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