- LATE MRS. MARY WOOLHOUSF.
A well known resident of Goomalling and one time Northam resident, in the person of Mrs. Mary Woolhouse, died at Goomalling on February 21. after a long illness. Deceased, who was 72 years of age was formerly Miss Mary Waldeck, a step sister of the well known grazier Messrs. Gooch brothers.
She married Mr. William Woolhouse who was at that time owner of "Deepdale" station in the North west and who with his brother. Henry, were well known around Roebourne in connection with local horse racing.
Disposing of their station property, the late Mr. and Mrs. Woolhouse came to Goomalling about twenty six years ago and in conjunction with the late Mr. T. Gibbs acquired "Grassy Hills." a property now conducted by Mr. L. J Waldock. Her husband predeceased her about sixteen years ago. She leaves a family of two.
Mr. Gordon Woolhouse and Mrs. S. King, both of Goomalling. The funeral took place on Monday afternoon, when a large cortege of friends followed the remains to their last resting place, the Methodist portion of the Goomalling cemetery. Rev. Hitchings conducted the service at the graveside. The funeral arrangements were carried out by Messrs. J. W. "Purlowe & Sons, of Northam [1]
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