| Founded | 26 November 1910 (1910-11-26) |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Ceased publication | 20 December 1934 (1934-12-20) |
| City | Wickepin, Western Australia |
| Country | Australia |
| ISSN | 2203-7268 |
TheWickepin Argus, also known as theWickepin Argus and Eastern Districts Representative, was a newspaper published inNortham, Western Australia from 1910 until 1934.
The first issue of theWickepin Argus was published on 26 November 1910.[1] At launch the proprietor wasEdgar Sydney Hall of theNarrogin Observer.[2][3][4]
Of the initial release, theNortham Courier remarked that the paper was "a creditable one, and bids fair to prove a promising addition to the ranks of our country journals".[3]The Southern Argus said from the appearance of the publication they thought it would be a success.[5] TheCollie Miner also praised the first issue, saying it was "a creditable one suggesting the immediate probability of it fulfilling its avowed mission."[6]
In January 1911, soon after its launch, there was some acrimony between theWickepin Argus and theGreat Southern Leader. It was alleged that the proprietor of theArgus had employed "despicable methods" to lure advertisers away from theLeader.[7]
The paper's final edition was published on 20 December 1934.[1]
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