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Newspaper
Northam Courier
Location
Northam, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 29, 1914
Page
2
The speaker promotes the Country Party as a stable farming oriented force, arguing it aligns with Northam’s needs and can aid local prosperity. He notes long-time ties to the Northam district, claims broad settler and town support, and vows to advance rural interests amid farming industry pressures.
The writer argues cable reports show French troops as the only active force on French soil while Britain and other nations receive the spotlight. Referencing W. A. Holman, the piece critiques gloom about French strength and American or Australian perceptions, likening public overemphasis to Waterloo myths and British exploits in Europe.
Personal letters reveal Messrs Eric and Hugo Throgsell of Cowcowing seeking enrolment in the Light Horse as discussions steer toward sharearming schemes. The piece cites press defense of settlers in eastern districts facing hardship and outlines how owner and cultivator could cooperate to protect crops, with government backing to supply seed and labor.
Current Happenings reports Carter and Co presenting floral crepes in dainty designs and muslin and cambrie embroideries at competitive prices. Slaughter of Stationery and Fancy Goods notes J M Walker relocates to larger premises with alterations and a clearance sale of stock beginning today. Walker’s Book Store aims to be up to date after renovations. A Federated Miners Association conference at Boulder passes a resolution to place health matters under Federal control and rationalise the medical profession.
The Miners' Conference debated leaving affiliation with the Mining Employees Federation of Australia to the executive for a report and recommendation to a ballot. The Cherniavskys, with Mr Cherniavsky on cello and Mr Jan Cherniaysky as pianist, received praise for their emotion and technical mastery in performance, described as vibrant and virtuosic.
The Sydney Morning Herald reports on military censorship under Imperial authority and a letter by Tent- Colonel Wilson requesting cautious relaxation of rules for trade news. It argues that censorship protects war effort yet must avoid choking inter empire commerce and questions the impact on civilians and business.
In this issue Messrs J Ty Mblner and Jo announce regular ice supplies from Perth with daily delivery. The Great Boulder mine ore reserves are officially estimated at 21 688 tons worth about box per ton. At current mill output 21 000 tons per year, ore remains in sight for two and a half years though future mining remains possible. Evangelistic Mission preparations proceed with services at Town Hall next Monday led by Rev F E Harry of Perth. Cottage prayers, a Friday rally, and a Sunday evening meeting at Wesley Church are planned. Ratepayers are advised that the Town Clerk will attend the Town Hall on September 20 and October 1 to receive rates. payment is due by October 1.
Mr Catton Grasby argues against strict fallow usage in farming. He claims dry seasons negate fallow benefits, urging seed on unfallowed ground for next season. He cites records of abnormally low rainfall, noting two-year droughts, and asserts fallow flexibility may aid early planting when moisture is uncertain.
The Guardian reports Mr Tr bdy may stand Liberal for Greenough amid a varied political career. Avon sees T. H. Harrison win the Country Party nomination, leading to a final tally of 211 votes to 132 over Carroll with 413 valid votes and 34 informals. A polling place is gazetted at North Cunderdin for Avon, with new electoral agents named and further polling races announced. Premier J Seaddun is slated to speak to voters on law reform and settler relief in the wheat belt, aiming for a large turnout at Northass Town Hall tomorrow evening.
A list of candidates across multiple electorates announces intent to comment on the Tiberi interest ahead of the State elections. Names include Perth-A, Brown, W J Butcher, Connolly, Gremke, Eben Allen, Galway, George, McCunnon Smith, Keeley, Mills, Fry, Verve, Shien, Ison, Nairn, Wisdom, Metaren, and others. The Sunday Times notes federal vs state voting differences and references upcoming meetings in Northam and Tonalin with campaigns for Kenneally and other local contenders.
A Sydney Daily Telegraph report notes widespread drought across central and western New South Wales, with Lachlan to Darling and Western Riverina in the worst stretch. Stock losses are not yet widespread, as owners move sheep to better ranges, hoping for early rain to lift prospects. Arrangements in Victoria offer fifteen months’ credit to farmers selling mounts to Tassie, while the Railway Department backs a promissory note in January 1916.
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