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Newspaper
Bathurst Daily Argus
Location
Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 12, 1909
Page
2
A clipped and garbled notice records a silver wedding of LiLy Ley Ley and Alleisi Wowere, with stylistic errors and foreign spellings. The text mentions Trinity Glug and Willen, an archdeacon, and Relway Cantreetor in Surrey, England, noting a daughter named Judes and a sculptor connection, dated August.
In an 1909 discussion the writer argues for humane handling of dipsomaniacs rather than constant imprisonment. They propose dedicated facilities with work and recreation, compulsory self funding of living, and rational treatment over punishment. The piece contrasts temperate eaters and drinkers, critiquing extreme views and urging practical remedies.
At the Police Court yesterday Bernard Ahearn aged 28 faced charges of obtaining liquor and refusing to sign an autor. He pleaded guilty and was sentenced to seven days imprisonment after having just been released from jail Monday.
The fragment notes yesterday afternoon's M. A. Medals event with three participants: A Carpenter from MN Garnenter and A Stubbs. It mentions an appearance at West's Pictures Masonic Hall and an event planned for tonight.
The Rev. Leo returned to the Dubbo parish to a large and cordial reception. Bishop Camidge and Rev. W. Ash attended, praising his long service and wishing him continued health. Parish officers and church members expressed thanks for his leadership and invited him to repairs and future work.
There were no alterations in Sussex street prices to buy. Sale today of musk eaters. A. 3. Low and Go's auction sale. Drapery Boots Groceries Hardware listed. Sale commences at 11 o'clock. Unreserved.
A fragmented report references potato markets in Sydney with mentions of cargoes and gambling rumors. It notes a minister for agriculture being asked to modify a decision while indicating firm action may be taken.
Government Gazette notification notes 24 prisons to close including Orange and Mudgee. Only one new goal would open. correspondence on the issue expected in tomorrow’s issue. News of closures discusses potential dismal, depressing effects in some quarters.
Large audience greets Harry Clay's Vaudeville Company at the School of Arts Hall. The program includes variety acts, vocal items, jokes, sketches, and a finale titled The Lawyer's Clerk. The company performs again tonight with a new program.
The District Band plans an October contest featuring Chopin selections arranged by Short and Devlin with five NSW bands including Newcastle Inverell and Bathurst. Total sending cost is £175, with fundraising under way as subscriptions are collected. A reader questions Sunday access to the Ballarat School of Arts Reading-room, suggesting Sundays be opened for youth recreation.
Local notices announce Edward Bronscombe's English Costume Concert Company to perform in Orange on September 20th and 21st with other agricultural shows and parades listed for nearby towns. Funeral details note the late Mrs. James Warwick buried at Bathurst Cemetery with Rev. A M Levick officiating. Optiglan eye clinic posts September visit to Bathurst with hours and specialist staff available.
A Kangaroo dog scratched a rabbit burrow and unearthed a litter of several small rabbits. A cow from the store safely carried the young rabbits to a dark kennel where he had housed one pup, and the mother tended the litter as if their offspring.
A chaotic local notice discusses football safety with quotes about referees players and police presence. It also mentions old age pensions debates in parliament and a proposal to simplify pension eligibility questions with a cheeky exchange in the House of Commons.
The New Zealander team Swalonby beat Newtown 14 to 6 in a brutal football match described as a tough contest. Police searched debris on the ground after reports of injuries including a discolored nose and a fragmentary ear but found no fatalities and the umpire escaped on his hands and knees.
An old newspaper fragment advertises Fain Balm as a cure for rheumatism and treats throat or chest pains in a similar fashion. It mentions a local dealer and a general tone of medicinal patent cures.
Cloudy damp conditions prevailed in Bathurst with ongoing unsettled showery weather and thundery outbreaks. Rain reports came from Hillford, Dubbo, Orange, Cowra, Parkes, Gowan, and Sydney area stations, with totals ranging up to 86 points at Stoney Creek and multiple localities recording measurable falls through the day. The forecast calls for unsettled weather with showers and possible thunder.
A Sydney daily notes mixed commodities with prices for seeds oats bacon and hay, listing Tasmanian white oats and Algerian milling bead and potato values. Wool market shows improved demand from France and Germany, with next month’s Sydney sale expected to move markets. Homebush stock sale reports strong demand for prime sheep and cows, with yarding details and truck orders included.
Representatives pressed the Minister for Agriculture to modify his decision prohibiting the importation of Tasmanian potatoes. After listening to them Mr Parry moved from the Houston item and a proclamation will be issued tomorrow. Advices state the steamer Wakatima sails for Sydney with a Tasmanian potato consignment. The North East district is believed free from disease.
Syjitney Wednesday J Whitman and football official of Broken Hill refused to apologise to the Football Association and a reporter for an assault. He has been disqualified for life.
A witness testified on a proposed half holiday plan before the Saturday Commission noting the effect would be the same business volume but with less yarning. The commentary from Burney on Wednesday references Universal Holiday discussions and the potential impact on commerce.
In St Peters district three youths Ben Williams Henry Lloyd and John Atkland were sentenced to 3 6 and 8 months imprisonment respectively for complicity in a toy robbery wave. The Sydney hearing also covered public demonstrations and miner union actions in related notes.
The Royal Commission on the coal mines dispute at Newcastle adjourned without starting the work it was appointed to do. The late Sir John Hay de Coolangatta's debate was valued at £130,700 with £17,000 bequeathed to public institutions.
James Hahn, the 24 year old man badly injured when a trestle collapsed at Pilliga, died this morning in Narrabri Hospital. The accident occurred during timber works and his death brings the toll to a fatal count from the incident.
In Adelaide on a late session Wednesday the Assembly rejected the No-Confidence motion, the government prevailing by 20 to 19 after a long debate. Boxing report from Brisbane notes Edward Williams defeated Arthur Cripps on points after 20 rounds to claim Australasia middleweight title.
An aged testimonial from Mrs Churna Bissell of Straughton Ville Anakie Vie praises Dr Sheldon's New Discovery for coughs influenza and chest ailments. She and her brother report it works like magic and recommend its use as a cure and relief. The ad touts remarkable benefits and lists a price of 8 per bottle with sales through local vendors.
London reports show the House of Commons debating a budget amendment aimed at shifting taxes, with Sir Edward Gray arguing burden on those best able to pay. Simultaneously the Imperial Defence Conference progresses with sub committees and overseas representatives coordinating schemes and logistics amid Dominion input.
In the House of Commons Lloyd George pushes a land reform amendment amid hours of discussion. The measure targets land owners who invested for development, aiming to lift undeveloped land from the undeveloped laws tax. New Zealand signal: King conveys satisfaction via a message to Sir Joseph Ward on progress and patriotism.
A fatal railway accident in the North of England killed two people and left ten injured. The express train suffered a collision amid dense fog near Stalybridge, causing extensive damage to the locomotive and cars. Train officials will inspect the Lancashire and Yorkshire line for safety faults.
Noted forgers were arrested in Naples after authorities seized 10000 forged Brazilian notes. The case involves a network linked to prominent criminal figures and highlights international currency counterfeiting activity.
A London fisherman Meli seta crawled a razor edged rock at Duller Point Cape Colony to catch a rope from a wrecked steamer Maori. Rowland of New Zealand won a three mile handicap walk in Glasgow in 21 minutes 89 16 seconds, a Scottish record alongside R B Walker of South Africa clocking 120 yards in 12 6 seconds and 160 yards in 4 seconds, both Scottish records.
Sydney reports a proclamation alleging widespread issues with liquor and politics leads to the closing of 24 prisons, including Orana and Mudgee. The dispatch hints at political tension and calls for action.
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