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Newspaper
Bathurst Daily Argus
Location
Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 10, 1909
Page
2
A mother reports her baby suffered eczema with peeling skin and discomfort for ten weeks. After using Cuticura Soap and Ointment, the skin healed, and she praises the remedy as a great skin healer. The note cites a testimonial from Mrs. Stone of Fonthill Bishop, Wilts, England, dated October 13, 1905.
A Bathurst reader argues No-License does not curb drinking and questions temperance methods. The letter criticizes advocates for failing to address drinkers where they live and notes illicit imports persist despite prohibition rhetoric.
A Bathurst district letter advocates temperance to uplift the masses and provide access to wholesome liquor for those who need it while rejecting control by hoteliers seeking to influence local living. The writer criticizes abstainers and drinkers alike, urging support for moderate, regulated access and decent hotelkeeping.
The committee will soon submit an ambitious program for the Syelug Horse Show Pr adwood, featuring special attractions on the Stew rounds scheduled for October fifth next.
Bathurst Police Court heard a offender plead guilty to using indecent language at the School of Arts Hall Bathurst on August 1 while public access was allowed. The defendant was fined 2 pounds 6 pence with costs or seven days hard labor in default. the fine was paid.
Several interesting films will be shown at West's Pictures of the Masonic Hall on Thursday evening. The program includes Balving of the M M S Gladiator The Australian Boy Scouts England v Wallabias football match Persecution of the Huganois Stung by ni Des Why father grew a Beard Ma In law breaks a record and other attractions.
A former Federal Parliament member claims he was cheated of £100 via a confidence trick. He criticizes the political circle and remarks that, though exiled from Parliament, he should have learned the game in Melbourne.
The funeral of William McLennan who drowned on Saturday was held yesterday at 3 20 PM. Interment followed in the Presbyterian section of the cemetery with Rev Alexander Clarke at the graveside. Mr W J Sawyer conducted the service.
A ganger writes back to a Shire Engineer with a rambling inventory report. He lists tools including an ax a hammer three picks and a wheelbarrow but confesses he misnames several items and cannot spell some terms. Timmy Bures is noted for log work and the tone shows confusion over missing or misidentified pieces.
October show features a new potdta roca on horsebare and OLD AGE PENSIONS. The next pension payment due Wednesday allows all pensioners to eat at the office regardless of certificate day, with payments ready for issue.
The bulletin laments not appointing J C L Fitzpatrick as Chair of Committees to avoid a perceived gag. It compliments Bitz as fluent and witty while praising the elected J J Golten as gallant and reliable with no evident vices.
A South Australian syndicate acquired nine leases on the Mt Werang field and plans surface prospecting. Mr McGregor led the group and inspected most propositions during a two week review. The syndicate, represented by Mr Tully, pursues its mining interests on the field.
An inquest held at the Court House found William McLennan drowned after falling into the Macquarie River on Saturday night. The court noted the deceased was returning home and the death was accidental with no other contributing factors established.
Messrs A B Low and Co report a sale of Mrs Fletcher Johnston's water color drawings in their rooms yesterday. A number of works were disposed of at satisfactory prices with a final attendance of buyers. The dugod works will be on view for private sale today.
The Bathurst fund receipts total £188 3s 6d after expenses. Mayor Alderman TF Kenny the treasurer reported £165 1s 0d received with £163 38 6d balance transferred to the Lord Mayor of Sydney. A £25 remittance from Mr Hogarth brings the overall sum sent, with the Commercial Bank waiving usual fees.
Mr C B Buckland of Coopernook WS.W. reports using Chamberlain Cough Remedy for coughs colds and whooping cough prevention. He says it works well and notes it is available from L Edgley in Va.
Mr. EB Perkins, organiser for the Federal Liberal League, is in Bathurst arranging for a Macquarie seat campaign. A meeting this week will bring Mgr Parkins into contact with Deakin Cockton supporters to form a local Federal Liberal branch for future work. Opposing candidate readiness hinges on Esthurst alignment and local support for the government.
Mr. F Jennings explains the Challengers referred only to the Kaolin exhibit in Meggra Preen and Co windows and that other exhibits came from different shows. He says assays were provided by owners and samples were for public information not sale. discussions mention Mr Slade and a Sydney assay with a forthcoming decision on truthfulness and market impact.
Partial OCR notes describe cures for throat pain back and side ache using Wit Gitamberlain’s Pam Baim and Palm Daim claimed to treat rheumatism. Mentions Torraale by L. Bdgl ey and Co.
The Bathurst area reported unsettled conditions with scattered rain and thunder storms. July readings included Parkes 26, Booligal 6, Hay 10, Forbes 8, Cobar 9, Nyngan 7, and a maxi of 60 degrees. Minimum recorded at the local office reached 23 points by 9 p.m.
At Pallas Court Acting Police Magistrate J W Proteher heard Florence Teresa Pithgibbon complain that Sarah McKanno used profane language and unlawfully assaulted hear. Defendant fined £1 with 9 costs. second charge not guilty, but proved with 21s1 professional expenses or one month hard labor. Bolt fines paid. Advice for August covers farm operations at Bath uret Experimental Farm including sowing oats lucerne sowing and vegetable beds with detailed steps.
In Cullen Bullen a fire set by drying child’s clothing engulfed Miss Adeling Gardiner, 25, and her widowed mother. Gardiner died, her mother remains in a precarious state, Dr. Wilson reported no hope of recovery. The wooden house with hessian partitions fed the flames as both women tried to extinguish them. A brother rushed to the scene after hearing screams.
The article notes two shafts deeper in alluvial wash by Pinnacle Creek on Bald Hill’s western side. Sinking reaches about 40 feet with a wash containing granite. Further work aims to pinpoint the true trend of the richest portion, with cautious optimism that viable pay dirt may be found nearby Bathurst. If successful, many residents could benefit amid speculation about the locality.
A provincial association meeting in New South Wales reviewed disciplinary actions in the horse section, show ground maintenance, and gate work. Committees drafted a Spring Show program with hunters, high jump, pony jump, trotting events, and non competitive thoroughbred parades.
Commercial listing notes Sussex Street price ranges for barley, flour, hay, bacon, cheese, and other feed and farm products. Sydney and Melbourne markets show livestock and produce movements with bids, quantities, and regional variations, including oats, lucerne hay, potatoes, and chaff.
Correspondence letters discuss Canon Thompson and alleged church division, questioning pro and anti evangelical positions within the Church of England and a Presbyterian link. A second letter defends strict local prohibition in Bathurst, arguing licensing limits and youth drinking, with opinions on social impact and learning to drink.
The article discusses whether hypnotic power can relieve pain as claimed by Dr Ginter and if it mirrors the demonstration of X rays. De A Brindwell notes no real novelty in hypnotism and cautions of overoptimistic claims while Charcot reportedly abandoned the field due to harm and disorder in nervous systems. History shows shifting views on the value of hypnotism.
A reader letter discusses temperance issues and no license policies, mentioning Ashburton Invercargill and Bathurst as examples. The missive critiques licensing laws and references efforts by breweries and individuals to influence public opinion.
A letter to the editor thanks Mr. Gunter for magnetic healing that allegedly cured pain in the writer’s left hand. The author describes prior injury and long annoyance, noting successful relief and impressive demonstrations. Source tone mirrors a small town newspaper appeal to public endorsement.
A reader comments on Hammond and his temperance views referencing New Zealand and Auckland reports. The letter critiques crime trends, police measures, and proposed moves to transfer prisoners, contrasting New South Wales policy with New Zealand.
Market note from Sydney lists a broken shard sale at Junction North and price quote of 2118 pounds. Minor entries note 2 percent commission to broker Brian Old and Lis as contacts.
An old advertisement touts Sander's Extract as a remedy for cold cough sore throat upset stomach and skin conditions. It warns against inferior eucalyptus products and warns that the genuine extract relieves irritation while claiming dramatic benefits and fast relief.
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