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Newspaper
Toodyay Herald
Location
Toodyay, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 01, 1932
Page
1
Statement disclaims responsibility for debts incurred in the name of William T. Lucas without written authorization. Identified signers include Jane Goth. Dated 1932.
Local notices report H E Ding dentist visits Northam from Fitzgerald Street on Sundays at Newcastle Hotel and a July 10 event. The Toodyay Golf Club plans a third Bridge Night at C W A Rest Room. Scatterfield’s Nor tham announces a genuine winter sale next Thursday with high quality drapery. Delays in weekend papers addressed as Daily News late edition will now reach Toodyay Saturday nights by special motor transport via Clackline.
Local notices describe a fox raid killing forty fowls at Wooroloo and a fox shot on Mr. Jones property near Bmlup. Two foxes were recently shot in Chidlow, with further tracks seen. Sister Quinn organized a successful dance at the Wooroloo ball on Saturday June 45 to aid the Toodsay Pariah Church, as Ownton's roadway music drew a large crowd.
The Annual General Meeting of Toodyay Hospital will be held this month on the 11th inst. The Board of Control will publicly present a resume of their stewardship. Interest in hospital control has grown amid recent focal affairs and the new committee warrants public endorsement.
The Toody ny Branch of the CWA held its annual meeting on June 14 at the West Rooms with Mr Sadia presiding. President Mrs Miller reported a hard year yet satisfactory branch status and expressed regret at not seeking re election. Secretary’s detailed report was presented. Mrs Griffiths urged cooperation and broad movement reach. Retiring officers Mrs Miller and Mrs Chitty received acclaims of appreciation. Officers elected: President Mrs Poititt Vice president Mrs Haymes and Mrs Hodgkinson Secretary Mrs Brockman Treasurer Mrs Chitty Committee members Bird Gadsdon Miller Sowden Sanderson. Afternoon tea followed after thanks to Mrs Griffiths and retiring officers.
The report details building a temporary Rest Room on the Snow Grounds praised by women and children. It notes support from H and Cyril Beardmat and Lily Lawley Cottage transport for injured seaside-crossing children, plus Cantons and gifts from Fremantle groups. Various events and funds for sick children are described, including Christmas gifts and an America Tea.
The ad proclaims Woods' Great Peppermint Cora as a reliable remedy for coughs and colds, asserting consistent relief from irritation and congestion with a familiar trusted formula.
Residents learned on Friday morning of the sudden death of Mrs Maud Lee at her West Toodyay home around 11 last night. Widow of the late Louis Lee she was active in local sporting circles and hospitality for youths. Survived by five children including Sylvia and Jean, the district mourns with the family as final rites were held at St Stephen’s and the Toodyay Anglican graveside. A large cortege attended with numerous local groups paying respects.
A Chidow Cricket Club dance ended Saturday evening with a large crowd at the local hall. On Sunday a 300 yard race for the second club trophy produced marksman results led by McN Manders. Miss Sullivan, longtime official at Micheleus, was farewelled as she transfers to Tiarchingto, with a handbag prize presented in her honor.
In Bunbury and across the district a push to reduce Parliament's size and cost drew public interest. A planned June 27 meeting failed for lack of attendance, while swathes of Western Australia saw mixed engagement, with advocates arguing fewer MPs may paradoxically improve efficiency and accountability.
Saturday euchre party and dance at Town Hall drew strong turnout with top prizes attracting many players. Lady prize went to Mrs Liddslow in the cut, while Mr EW James won the gent’s prize from E Ellery and Wilughtay. Proceeds benefit Jeane Quenn Carnival. pageant songs and verses accompany the event in a lively, local-town mood.
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