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The Great Southern Herald and state newspapers like the West Australian, Daily News and Sunday Times provide a wealth of information about the people, places and events that have made up the fabric of Nyabing and districts over the years. I have attempted to research information on Nyabing since its inception and will post it on this page as I find it.
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BADGEBUP
Badgebup Storms
Gnowangerup Times
7 January 1914
TO THE EDITOR,
Sir, — During the recent storms which did so much damage to farmers at Quairading, some of our farmers at Badgebup, namely Messrs. Birrs Bros, and Mr. Roper, unfortunately had a like “experience, and their crops were considerably damaged by hail. I have spoken to several on the subject and we all agree that we should help those in our own district who have suffered. I enclose herewith a small contribution toward a fund for that purpose and would kindly ask you to receive any subscriptions forthcoming. I will be pleased to take care of any seed wheat at any siding on the Nyabing line for a like purpose.
Thanking you in anticipation.
Yours. &c.,
S. Kemble.
Badgebup, 3-1-14.
Accepting Mr. Kemble as a most reliable authority, the editor has pleasure in complying with his request, and any sums sent in for that purpose will be duly acknowledged and handed over to such committee as the subscribers may appoint. Ed. G.S.H.
……………………………………… £. s. d.
S. Kemble ……………………… 100
W. J. Rogers & Sons …….. 500
Badgebup.
TOMS’ FAREWELL
Great Southern Herald
11 November, 1916
At a meeting of the committee of the Wurgabup Rifle Club on the 6th inst., Mr. J. Toms, who has been most energetic in the discharge of the duties as hon. secretary, handed in his resignation. Mr. Toms has accepted the position of manager of Messrs. Richardson & Co’s. business at Nyabing.
Mr. J. C. Warren in moving a vote of thanks to Mr. Toms for his efforts on behalf of the club, wished both Mrs. Toms and himself every happiness in their new sphere, and voiced the regret of the whole district at losing them. Mr. S. Kemble warmly seconded the motion, which after a few sympathetic words from the captain, Mr. R. W. A. Warren, was unanimously adopted. Mr. Toms suitably responded.
As a committee man of the Rockwell Agricultural Hall, and as the leading member of the local minstrel troupe the departure of Mr. Toms will leave a gap which it will not be easy to fill.
TOMS’ FAREWELL
Great Southern Herald
18 November, 1916
It was a happy thought of Mr. and Mrs. H. Flugge to arrange an evening at their residence to bid farewell to Mrs. Toms and family. Mr. Toms had left during the week to take charge of Mr. Richardson’s store at Nyabing, hence a public farewell could not be accorded him.
The evening was pleasantly passed in music, cards and dancing, and after a dainty supper Mr. Ashton, in a neat speech, voiced the feelings of the gathering in expressing sorrow at the departure of Mr. and Mrs. Toms and family, referring particularly to their genial and sociable qualities. Mr. S. M. Longmire supported the remarks of Mr. Ashton, and pointed out that Nyabing was gaining what Badgebup could ill afford to lose, particular mention being made of the good work Mr. and Mrs. Toms had so willingly done for all patriotic efforts.
After the hearty singing of “They Are Jolly Good Fellows ” and “God Save the King” the gathering dispersed.
Richardson’s Store – Nyabing
BADGEBUP NOTES
Great Southern Herald
19 December 1947
A novel tournament was held among local tennis players on Sunday, (December 7), the organisation of which Involved quite a lot of work for the office-bearers – A. Kiddie (captain), S. Hoglin (secretary) and H. Woods (vice-captain) of the Badgebup Tennis Club.
A draw was made for partners and opponents, each set playing for 20 minutes only, with three minutes allowed for preliminaries. Mr. H. Hood was official timekeeper, the player with most games to his credit at the conclusion of the competition being Arthur Richards, with 23, runner-up being H. Wood, with 21. The afternoon proved interesting and enjoyable.
Besides tennis, a cricket match was played between North Katanning and Badgebup, the latter team leading on the first innings. The match will be completed at a later date.
Recent visitors to the city were Mrs. Murray Longmire, of Rockwell, and’ Mr. arid Mrs. M. Fairclough, whose wee daughter required medical treatment. Half a dozen farmers have for wheat samples away in hopes of having the local bulk bin opened at an early date. We presume that Phil Martyn will sleep with his load on the weighbridge in order to be first with wheat in the bin, as per usual. Mr. Gladstone Whyatt, of Kwobrup, has been seriously ill with pneumonia in the Katanning Hospital. A speedy recovery is wished by all his friends.
One young lady anxiously awaiting Junior Exam results is Pat Sweetser. Having taken six subjects only, she can’t afford too many “near misses”.
Everything is under control for the C.W.A. Christmas Tree, to be held in the Badgebup Hall -on December 20, and the youngsters are looking forward to meeting Father Christmas. The festive spirit is also capturing the adults and many plans are being made – Mr. and Mrs. Goodchild expect to visit their married son at Rockwell, Mrs. Kiddie hopes to be back with daughter Hazel and family at Wembley, while Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Radford and family, of Tambellup, expect to spend Christmas Day with Mrs. Radford’s parents at Badgebup.
BADGEBUP NOTES
C.W.A. MEETING
Great Southern Herald
6 October, 1950
On Thursday last, Mrs. A. Caldwell presided at a well-attended meeting of the Badgebup-Rockwell branch of the C.W-A. The meeting decided to cancel the bazaar, which was to have been held in November. In place of the Christmas Tree, a children’s fancy dress ball is to be held in December, and each child attending will receive a Christmas gift as usual.
It was also decided to hold a “bring and buy” stall at each meeting and that a Novelty Ball be held on November 19. A stall is to be conducted at this function to raise funds for the kiddie’s Christmas gifts, and secretary Mrs. C. B. Robertson, started a “promise list” of donations of kind with which to stock the stall.
An invitation from the Nyabing branch to attend its birthday party was received and a number of members signified their intention of at tending. The meeting was brought to a close with the serving of afternoon tea.
PERSONAL PARAGRAPHS
Mrs. Walter Longmire has been paying a brief visit to her niece, Mrs. L. Caldwell.
Mr. and Mrs. Ross Beeck, Mr. and Mrs. Noel Flugge, Messrs L. Caldwell and L. Greay have been among the district residents visiting Perth for the Royal Show.
Mr. E. Finninley will go to Perth this weekend to be present at the wedding of his nephew, Mr. Bill Heaver.
Mr. Wally Longmire and family motored to Donnybrook for last weekend.
After spending several months visiting her uncle, Mr. L. Greay, Miss Lucy Delia returned to her home in Perth last week.
Further new cars are making their appearance in the district, Mr. C. B. Robertson having a Holden and Messrs K. Keley and W. Noonan A70s.
EWLYAMARTUP
Closure of Road at Ewlyamartup.
Great Southern Herald
29 September, 1909
To the Editor.
Sir, – In yours of the 22nd inst. there is a letter over the signature of James Angus Foulds which if left unanswered may lead the public to believe that the Katanning Road Board have been trying to do something in an underhand way to do Mr. Foulds an injury.
I wish to reply to the latter part of that letter that refers to the closing a certain road leading To the Ewlyamartup school. There was an application by petition to close about 70 chains of that road. Now, Sir, the Katanning Road Board always compels every applicant who wishes to get a road closed to first get the consent of all landowners interested in joining, and the application or petition must be signed by one member at least of the ward wherein the road is situated.
But, Sir, your correspondent would have the public believe that had he not met a friend who told him what little game was on his road would have been closed without him knowing anything about it, and at the same time he gives the Katanning Road Board credit of doing something that would not stand the light of day.
But I hasten to assure him, and all who think like him, that the Katanning Road Board has never to my knowledge done anything that they had need be ashamed of. But, on the other hand, they have always dealt out even justice to all concerned without fear or favour.
There is one more statement I wish to refer to. Your correspondent goes on to state that when in town a few days ago he met a leading member of the Road Board and unburthened his sorrows to him but got little sympathy from him.
Well, Sir, as I am the leading member mentioned, I beg to inform your, correspondent that there is no leading member of the Road Board, but that, all members meet on equal terms and conditions. But, Sir, there are some people who are always under the false impression that someone is trying to do them an injury. As your correspondent seems to be trying to accuse me of doing something underhanded, I beg to inform him that if he can find six ratepayers in the east ward who are not satisfied with what I have done ever since I have been a member of the Katanning Road Board I am quite prepared to resign at once, as I have no wish to hold a false position.
Thanking yon in anticipation.
I am, etc.,
ISAAC MILLS.
Katanning, Sept. 25, 1909.
KWOBRUP
Social Evening at Kwobrup.
PRESENTATION TO MR. ISAAC MILLS, J.P.
Great Southern Herald
15 November, 1916
Kwobrup Hall was crowded last Saturday evening in honour of Mr. Isaac Mills, J.P., a pioneer settler who has sold his property with the intention of residing in Katanning after a period of rest and change. In the large company were visitors from the surrounding district., including Mr. J. F. Cullen, M.L.C., and Mr. A. Thomson, M.L.A.
Mr. Reeves, who presided, expressed satisfaction that the hall Mr. Mills had done so much to erect, was so thoroughly crowded in his honour. Mr. Mills had not only pioneered the district, but had kept an open house for late comers, and had afforded invaluable help and sound advice. All the Kwobrup people regretted his departure and wished him long life and prosperity. (Applause).
Mr. Cullen referred in eulogistic terms to the services rendered by Mr. Mills in securing the opening up of the eastern district by roads and railway, and said it was one of the pleasures that lightened his work, to come out and join with the people of Kwobrup in doing honour to such a pioneer. Brief speeches of similar tenor were made by Messrs. Carter, Hill, Woollett, Stuart, Biltoft, Philp, Goodchild, Kingswood, E. Warren and Charsley.
Mr. A. Thomson, M.L.A., spoke of his association with Mr. Mills in Road Board and political matters, and said he was glad to rank Mr. Mills amongst his staunchest friends. He then, on behalf of the people of Kwobrup, presented Mr. Mills with a beautifully illuminated and framed address.
Mr. Mills, who was loudly applauded, made an interesting response. His reminiscences of a first tour of inspection when the district was dry and apparently waterless, and his return when the whole country seemed under flood, and of the slow battle for roads and railway were listened to with rapt attention, and his concluding announcement that he still held a farm between Kwobrup and Katanning, and had just secured a site for a home in the latter town was loudly cheered.
The chairman then asked Mr. Mills to take charge of a case of pipes for his son, Mr. H. Mills (absent at Blackboy Camp [2])in recognition of his assistance at all social gatherings in Kwobrup.
For this also Mr. Mills returned thanks, and the ladies proceeded to dispense most welcome refreshments. It was not till near midnight that the meeting, which began with the National Anthem, closed with three, ringing cheers for Mr. Mills.
The address, which may be seen in the window of the Central Stores, reflects great credit on the artist, Mr. J. H. Charlton, of Katanning.
Kwobrup Notes
FOOTBALL MATTERS
Southern Districts Advocate
5 June, 1922
A meeting was held in the Kwobrup hall on Saturday 27th, for the purpose of forming a club. Mr Jack Fairclough was in the chair and presided over a goodly attendance, being one of the best meetings yet held in the hall. Mr Tylor was elected secretary, and Mr Jim Fairclough president, with Mr Chipper vice-president, and Mr Nagel as patron.
It is possible for the East to get four teams, thus enabling an association to be formed. Owing to the long distances to travel it was agreed to meet the Lakes team at Nyabing.
Rockwell is forming a team, so that there should be lively times out at the eastern centre this season, the only drawback being the absence of the usual pub where accommodation and refreshers may be had.
It was agreed to hold a social and dance at the Kwobrup hall on the 10th for the purpose of raising some spondulix, also to hold a meeting of the association. As there is a lot of old blood to mix in with the younger players, and as sport is scarce, there should be a good season ahead of the association.
KWOBRUP SIDING
Pollution of the Water Supply
Sunday Times
20 July, 1913
“Hydatid” (Kwobrup) writes: –
“As a settler at Kwobrup (which is situated ” on the Katanning-Nyabing railway), I wish to draw the attention of the public and the department to a matter that requires immediate attention. The water that enters the Kwobrup dam runs past a stable not 10 feet away from the main channel, and during the recent rainfall manure and refuse were seen floating down the channel into the dam.
“I should like to know who is responsible for this grievous error, as this water is used for domestic purposes, and under the circumstances I have detailed it is undoubtedly not fit for human consumption. As this is the only reliable water supply at Kwobrup Siding, we would like this matter attended to before any more rain falls.”
NAMPUP (Nyabing)
PROJECTED RAILWAYS.
PROCEEDINGS IN THE LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL.
The West Australian
26 January 1911
In the Legislative Council last evening the Colonial Secretary (Mr. J. D. Connolly) moved the second reading of the Katanning-Nampup Railway Bill, which had been received from the Legislative Assembly. Mr. Cullen supported the second reading and said the line would open up a large area of good land, part of which was settled by some of the best pioneers in the State.
Sir Edward Wittenoom referred to the difficulties that were experienced in consequence of the lack of trucks, and he hoped the Minister would call the attention of the Commissioner to the necessity for increasing the supply of such rolling stock. Mr. Piesse contended that the locality that would benefit by the railway should have been served at the same time as the Wagin-Dumbleyung railway was constructed.
Mr. McLarty thought that the returns that had been shown with respect to the railways that had already been constructed were very gratifying. He agreed with Sir Edward Wittenoom that the Railway Department should be up and doing, otherwise, at the rates they were building the lines, there would be a complete block through want of trucks. He was satisfied that the construction of the railway was justified, but it was just a question whether they’re not attempting too much at one time.
The second reading was agreed to and the Committee stage was fixed for the next sitting.
“SETTLING’ THE SETTLER”
Penny a Gallon for Water
A complaint from a Nampup settler:
Sunday Times
10 March 1912 – P5
Up to a fortnight ago water had been railed from Katanning by Messrs. Vincent Bros., contractors, free of cost, but this does not mean that the residents had the benefit of free water, though I believe Messrs. Vincent Bros. were under the impression that we were to have it.
The charge, we were told, was 3s 6d. per 100 gallons, as the Railway Department were charging 30s. for the use of the track used for one day. Seeing the ‘great generosity’ of the Railway. Department, Messrs. Vincent Bros. also gave us another lift by charging 6s. per 100 gallons. We now pay only 8s. 6d. for 100 gallons of water.
Had the Railway Department treated us in the same way as Messrs. Vincent Bros. did in the first instance, we might have appreciated it, but now I think our appreciation runs up another channel. This charge of 8s. 6d. for 100 gallons water is exorbitant, and settlers who are struggling cannot afford to pay this for water. It will mean settlers leaving their farms if we do not get rain shortly, and I think that the Government should help us in urgent matters such as these.
We have Mr. Martin and his boring party around the district, and we trust that the Public Works Department will arrange for him and his party to remain and so give the district the benefit of having a few wells put down.
Notes from Nampup.
Great Southern Herald
18 December 1912
(From a Resident Correspondent)
The usual monthly meeting of the Nampup Progress Association was held here on the 8th inst. and the attendance was fairly good. New officers were elected including the following: -President. Mr. Carlton Wisbey, J.P., in place of Mr. A. E. Clegg, J.P. retiring; Vice President, Mr. Kippin; Secretary, Mr. J. Shields; Treasurer, Mr. Vic Shields in place of Mr. Donald Moore retiring.
Very valuable work has been done through the Association and the services of the present officers, as well as those retiring, are and have been much appreciated. It is the aim of the Association to push the district ahead, and under its auspices Nampup should in time be a thriving and prosperous township, as it has most things in its favour. Land settlement around is good, and this, (in most cases) the first season’s cropping has proved what the land will yield. Several settlers are harvesting 16 and 18 bushels of wheat to the acre, and if this can be gained by first season’s cropping on unfallowed land, we may hope for even better crops on fallow, and most settlers are recognising the value of fallowing.
Like most places we have a grievance. For some time past the matter of not having a school has been the cause of some anxiety as we now have 14 children of school age, all waiting to be educated, and we trust that Mr. A. E. Piesse, our Member, will aid us in getting a school, at the earliest possible moment. If we have to wait much longer, most of the children will be past school age, though no fault of their own.
COUNTRY.
KATANNING.
The West Australian
29 July 1912
Mrs. Shields, of Nampup, died suddenly at her residence early on Saturday morning. When she arose, she said that she felt unwell, and within half an hour she suddenly expired. Dr. Holland certified that death was due to natural causes. Mrs: Shields was 67 years of age, and leaves a husband and grown-up family of three daughters and three sons.
ROCKWELL
Fatality near Rockwell.
YOUNG MAN DROWNED.
Great Southern Herald
18 December 1912
A sad case of drowning occurred on Sunday afternoon, shortly after 5 o’clock in a dam on Mr. Caldwell’s property, Rockwell.
Two young men, Jack Jones and Albert Frederick Wright, went to the dam, which is about three chains long and 12 feet deep, for a swim. Whilst bathing, Wright asked Jones if he thought he could swim the whole length of the dam, and on receiving an answer in the affirmative the two started. Jones reached the other end safely, but on looking round was horrified to find that Wright had disappeared, a few bubbles on the surface marking the spot where he had sunk.
Jones immediately dived with the object of rescuing his companion, but was unsuccessful in his attempts to recover the body. He then ran to Mr. Caldwell’s for assistance, and, with Mr. Caldwell and Mr. Winnecke, returned by motor to the dam, Mr. Caldwell then made unsuccessful attempts to recover the body by diving, and went for a man employed by Mr. Winnecke, who was a good swimmer. In the meantime, Mr. Winnecke had improvised a drag, and shortly after the return of Mr. Caldwell succeeded in recovering the body. Efforts were made to restore animation but without success, the body having at this time been in the water over an hour and a half. The body was brought into Katanning the same evening by Mr. F. H. Flugge.
An inquest was deemed unnecessary, and an order for burial was made, the funeral taking place on Monday afternoon. Mr. J. Squiers had charge of the funeral arrangements, and Rev. A. D. Webb officiated at the graveside.
Wright, who had been in the employ of Mr. Wm. J. Tee, was 21 years of age, and had only been in the State about 12 months. His parents reside in Katanning, and much sympathy is felt for them in their sad bereavement.
NYABING
Nyabing Notes
Kippin Farewell
Great Southern Herald
18 November, 1916
An interesting presentation took place at Nyabing on the 9th inst., on the occasion of a farewell to Mr. H. Kippin, manager of Messrs. Richardson and Co.’s store, a position which he has occupied for four years to the general satisfaction of the community, and they felt that they could not allow him to leave the district without some recognition of their appreciation.
The function took the form of a social evening, during which Mr. E. A. Gaby (captain of the local Rifle Club) presented Mr. Kippin with a smoker’s outfit, and Mrs. Kippin with a trinket box. Mr. Kippin, responding for himself and wife, warmly thanked his Nyabing friends for their tokens and expressions of good will. Mrs. Fiebig, Mrs. Cronin, and Messrs. J. Toms, Thompson and Bavin contributed to the vocal portion of the programme. The singing of “Auld Lang Syne” brought proceedings to a close at midnight. Mr. and Mrs. Kippin left by Friday’s train for Perth.
Fatality at Nyabing
Farmer’s Son Killed
West Australian
22 January, 1919
Katanning. January, 21. The sad news was telephoned from Nyabing on Monday night that William Joseph George Wisbey, 17 1/2 years of age, son of Mr. Carlton Wisbey, farmer, of Nyabing had been killed by a waggon overturning in the railway yards at the siding.
It appears that the boy had brought wheat in on a large table-top waggon, which had been unloaded, Francis Halterman having taken delivery on behalf of the wheat scheme. The only other person in the yard was Mr. Watson, another farmer.
Whilst the team was standing with the empty waggon Halterman proceeded to turn a stray horse out of the yards prior to closing for the night and young Wisbey left the team to give him a hand. When he was some distance from the team the horses started to move. Wisbey ran back, jumped on the waggon, and was putting on the brake when the waggon struck a post. The force of the impact threw him on the ground and caused the waggon to capsize.
When Halterman and Watson came up they found that the edge of the waggon had pinned the boy’s head to the ground, inflicting frightful injuries. Although alive when removed, the boy expired in a few minutes without having regained consciousness.
The Resident Magistrate was notified and in view of the circumstances pointing to accidental death an inquest was deemed unnecessary.Great sympathy is felt with the parents of the deceased in the tragic loss of their only son. The funeral took place yesterday at Nyabing, when the entire district attended.
THE EASTERN RAILWAY.
Southern Districts Advocate
12 June, 1922
To the editor
Sir, – The Lake Pingrup Branch of the P.P.A. asks for a small space in your valuable journal, re the Nyabing railway. The settlers east of Nyabing are fighting single handed for the long authorised and promised extension but realise that to fight so is useless. We therefore ask through the medium of your paper that Katanning and Nyabing should throw their weight in with ours, as each centre has a good deal to gain by the proposed extension.
We believe that there once existed in Katanning a railway league, which we understood was to. act as a central fighting body, but from late inquiries we learn that the body has become defunct. Sir, we should like to know if this is correct, and if not, who are the officials and what are they doing in connection with regard to the railway extension.
We are anxious to render assistance, financial and otherwise. If on the other hand, such a body does not exist, what is wrong with Katanning? Wake up! Take a lesson from the sister town of Wagin whose civic authorities, town council, etc., have played, and are still playing a noble part in the opening of their eastern district by the construction of railways. They realise that their richest territory is east at Lake Grace. Lake Pingrup country is equal to Lake Grace. It only requires the railway facilities and the same support from its main centre to prove it.
The Pingrup branch of the P.P.A. sent a deputation to Perth in March last and waited on the Acting Premier, Mr Colebatch. who told them the line would be built with the second hand rails being lifted from the main Fremantle-Northam line, which promise later appeared in the Press.
The Acting Premier also promised the deputation that he would let them know as soon as possible the date of commencement of the work: But the Press has since given an account of an important conference held in the Premier’s office regarding the Government’s future policy of railway construction, when the Acting Premier stated that rails from the Fremantle-Northam section would go to Esperance; also it was felt that there were certain lines in the State which should be pulled up, and a Bill was being prepared for submission to Parliament to deal with this matter.
“Possibly from this source sufficient rails may be made available for the construction of the Margaret River and the Nyabing-Pingrup lines.” So possibly, if Parliament passes the Bill, there MAY be sufficient rails available to build the Nyabing-Pingrup line. Has Katanning raised its voice of protest against this breach of promise?
It is a true saying “while the cat’s away the mice will play.” At the present time the member for Katanning is away from the district, at a very critical period as far as railway matters are concerned. Being thus practically disfranchised. just now, we feel that it is necessary the centres concerned should bestir themselves. Will a strong deputation be arranged to wait on the Acting Premier again in conference week in August?
Thanking you –
Geo. Hick,
Hon. Sec. Lake Pingrup P.P.A.
We placed the above before Mr Geo. McLeod (chairman of the Katanning Road Board) who informed us that he was then arranging to communicate with the Minister for Works, who is to officially open the hall at Woodanilling on the 21st, asking that gentleman to also visit Katanning at the same time, to discuss the questions of the new road board, the provision of water supply for settlers to the East of the Lakes and in the vicinity of Hall’s track, and also in regard to the railway extension. Katanning has been anxious to push this matter, but there has been a certain lack of cohesion and energy amongst the settlers themselves. It is gratifying to find these now fully alive to their interests. When Mr McLeod hears from the Minister, he will immediately get into touch with the Eastern bodies.
– Ed “Advocate”.
Nyabing-Pingrup Extension
CONSTRUCTION AUTHORISED
Great Southern Herald
5 March 1924
Mr. Kingswood, secretary of the Kwobrup branch P.P.A., has received word from the Premier (Sir James Mitchell), that the extension of the Katanning-Nyabing line to Pingrup has been authorised. The question of extending the line further to Ravensthorpe has been deferred until the report of the inspectors now classifying the land along the route has been received.
Whilst this is good news, it must be remembered that the line to Pingrup was authorised as far back as 1914 and has not yet eventuated.
SPORT
Soccer Match in Katanning and Badgebup
Great Southern Herald
11 August 1926
On the weekend of 7 & 8 August 1926, the North Cottesloe visited Katanning and Badgebup by train for a friendly game of English football (soccer).
The following report about the Badgebup match appeared in the Great Southern Herald:
AT BADGEBUP.
At the invitation of the Badgebup Soccer Club the visiting team from North Cottesloe journeyed out to Badgebup on Sunday last. A very fine game resulted, the visitors winning by 4 goals to nil. Badgebup played a very good game, Tanner, the home team’s goalie proving to be the Star performer of the day. His saves were beautiful to watch. E. Clegg also did well, as back, whilst Roy Newman worked very hard and did his full share in keeping the visitors in check. After the interval, during which the ladies took snaps, of both teams, North Cottesloe got to work in real earnest and played some good soccer and attacking hard they were soon rewarded. As a result of some pretty combination play 3 goals were put up, and with two minutes to go, North Cottesloe made a final effort and were rewarded by a clinking shot from Graham
(capt.), finishing a very interesting match.
A large number of visitors were present from all parts of the district, and thoroughly enjoyed the game. The noted hospitality of the Badgebup folk was in no way lacking afternoon tea being served in good style. This was very much appreciated by the visitors.
Mr. E. A. Clegg refereed the game to the satisfaction of all players. The visitors left for Perth by the midnight train on Sunday.
GENERAL NEWS OF INTEREST
Oh how things have changed! This is what was required if you wished to have a
telephone service to your property in rural Western Australia
Do You Want a Telephone?
SOUTHERN DISTRICTS ADVOCATE
5 June, 1922
As numerous communications are being received at the P.M.G’s office from persons resident in the country, asking information regarding the new conditions under which the Department will provide telephone services in country district, the following statement of conditions applying to the provision of such services will be interesting: –
In cases where poles are available, the department will erect a subscriber’s line up to a distance of two miles radially from the telephone exchange with which the applicant’s premises are to be connected, on payment of not more than two years’ rental in advance.
The annual rental charges for a line erected to any point within the two-mile radius, would be for an exclusive service £3, for a two-party line £2 10s for each subscriber, for a three or more party line £2 for each subscriber.
If the applicant is situated beyond the two-mile radius on an existing pole route, the Department will erect the whole of the line on payment of the foregoing charges and additional mileage charges at the rate of 10s per quarter mile, per exclusive subscriber, and 5s and 2s 6d respectively in the case of party line services.
In addition, the applicant would be required to enter into an agreement to rent the service for any period up to seven years, the exact period being dependent upon the cost of erecting the line. In cases where poles are not available, the Department will erect a line for a distance of 60 chains, from the telephone exchange provided the amount will not exceed £65. In such cases the applicant would be required to deposit rental for two years in advance and guarantee to rent the line for a total period not exceeding seven years.
Where poles are already available for. part of the distance, to the applicant’s premises, the Department will erect a line for such distance as would be equivalent to 60 chains pole line construction.
If the applicant is residing beyond 60 chains and poles are not available, the balance of the line required could be erected in accordance with the conditions prescribed by parts XIV and XV of the Telephone Regulations, a copy of which may be seen at any Post Office. He will be charged rental for the 60 chains at the rate of £3 per annum and 1s license fee with respect to privately erected portion of the line.
All effective calls originated to local subscribers would be charged for at 1d each, and ordinary trunk line charges would apply to calls made to other exchanges. For the foregoing charges, the Department will supply the telephone instrument and maintain it in the event of defects arising if brought to the telephone exchange. This latter condition applies to lines partly erected by the Department and partly by the subscriber. In all other cases the department will maintain the instrument.
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