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Newspaper
Bathurst Daily Argus
Location
Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 19, 1909
Page
2
A Bathurst editorial contrasts Bathurst with Ballarat, praising Ballarat mayoral leadership and urging Bathurst to revive a progress association. It notes Ballarat’s mining era decline and Bathurst’s lag in tourism, industry, and civic drive, urging residents to push Bathurst toward becoming Australia’s leading inland city.
Local notices report Mr A A Prentice appointed to Bathurst position after long service. He was presented with a costly medal and cloak in recognition, with esteem shown by the metropolitan division and the Permatent Way Department of New South Wales Railways. He has been associated with the area for 27 years.
The forecast notes better weather than expected with no rain in most stations. Conditions described as unsettled and showery with northerly winds. The high in Duturet yesterday reached 37 and a minimum of 4 was recorded in Whiparatue.
Rev Down Marriott and wife suffer heart trouble but medical adviser reports steady, hopeful progress toward recovery. Friends welcome the news with relief as the couple works toward better health.
The report notes a NORAL medal competition with 16 shots at 100 yards. Top archer T H Wort may have shot a potential 16. a record for 1000 yards is hinted with E H Ward Neal and others mentioned in the results.
Listings show fat cattle and store cattle with buyers like Taylor and Go and Clements and McCarthy, along with fat sheep entries. The Canowlydila district faces crop damage from recent rain, prompting farmers to sell stock to eat.
In July reports show Saskatchew grain data with 7,400,000 bushels produced last year. The figure relates to the overall crop and market estimates for Canadian wheat production and supply.
West's Pictures and Sahoo report on a Hospital Demonstration held at the Sports Ground. Officials expect profits from the sports meeting to reach about 15 pounds, recognizing the dedication of those who supported Bathurst District Hospital and its charitable aims.
A fragment from West's Pictures School of Arts comments on a letter published a year ago and questions why readers expect a response. The writer compares the issue to prices for bread loaves and notes a lack of family concern.
The West's Pictures and Nehud of Arts announce a second night at CTV in Williamsville with Mrs. McLean the President and Miss Keyes to host Miss Nosfin and Mrs. Blow. They will hold meetings in the afternoon and evening on the 35th and 20th insteints at Fixe College. Officers for the coming year were elected and the organizing secretary of the Nolidanse League attended.
An Orange correspondent reports the Royal Hotel walls show seventy artworks discovered during alterations. The items include depictions of blackfellows in whipmetas, emus, kangaroos, a bishop scene, and a bee being sprinkled with dust, painted about fifty years ago by West's Pleturey, School of Arist-night.
A Telegraph correspondent notes Mr Wo Biddle’s experiments with Kentucky blue and Bross grasses. The grasses spread well and survive severe frosts, aiding horse forage. Cattle relish the stems and condition improves, though not suitable for milling stock. Plans include planting more in the coming spring with rye clover and cookout feed among choices.
The text presents jagged notes about race, punishment, and a debate on rights and justice. It references a Black person and a political or social figure, with speculative claims about future developments and public reaction.
The Bathurst Fire Brigade schedules its annual inspection on Bat juining August 2161 at 8 p.m. The event includes a one man manual competition among members and special drills. The brigade notes its value and readiness for future fires and public service.
In Melbourne the Assembly faced a tense session as questions about government stance on a conference of state premiers arose. Mr Beeby urged clarification while ministers dodged, drawing laughter and a quip from Mr Kelly. Mr Lee later affirmed strong government support for the Melbourne meeting.
In a Tuesday night session of the Legislative Assembly Mr HB M Chirk put a series of questions to the Chief Secretary about bookmakers in the city. He cited a well known court book maker and an importer of Hyana cigars and questioned why police do not interfere with bookmakers. He noted some bookmakers also engaged in other trades at racecourses but implied police lack power to act against them.
The ex Labor Party figure Allen, once Labour federal leader, has led a dredging venture in South Africa for six months. He recently announced he will not seek re election and faces internal backlash as his absence and offshore mining activities sour relations with Laborites. A published photograph allegedly shows him amid his mine, fueling further discontent.
A man named Chris Davi from Glanmire near Bathurst sustained severe facial injuries in a Tuesday accident after returning home from a business trip. He was found insensible beside a horse and later admitted to a district hospital where jaw and facial injuries were treated. His parents remain at Glanmire awaiting updates on his condition.
local resident from Coonernoolh NSW lauds Chamberlain's Gough Remedy for coughing and colds. He claims it cured severe fits and praises its gentleness and reliability. The message seeks to distribute through local agents including Bxingloy and Co.
London paper weighs safer standards for the Waratah amid wreckage uncertainty. Reports cite possible salvage or sighting of bodies near the Great Fish River mouth, while captain and owners give conflicting accounts and cite rough weather hindering investigation.
London report says the cruisers Hermes and Forte returned to Simonstown with no trace of Waratah. Experts in Sydney doubt missing ship will be found soon, suggesting temporary machinery failure caused loss of communications. Captain Bennett cites currents and wind patterns as key factors in any potential wreckage drifting along the coast.
The exchange discusses whether the Waratah will be found about 230 miles from Port Bybethy and the best course to bring the vessel to safety. Captain Bennett affirms efforts by Captain Thery and Mgr Bleaworth aboard, urging calm despite delays in news.
Sullivan of the Bathurst Pastures Protection Board complains of poor Orange Ealeyards conditions after a wet week. He calls the lane fit for ducks and the sheep yards disgraceful, urging Bathurst Council to consider rebuilding or improving facilities.
Commercial notice lists SUSSER STREET prices for city and country produce in Sydney with multiple items including wheat, cheese, lucerne hay, potatoes, onions, eggs, and greens. It notes Sydney Produce Sales with thirty two ticks offered and fifteen passed, and outlines prices across regions such as Melbourne Adelaide and Victoria.
The Co operative Wool Company opened its new season sale in Sydney on a robust catalogue of 1700 bales. Continental and American buyers showed keen demand though dusty and inferior wools sold softer. Leading prices featured Mungie Bundie at 434d for super-combing and various marks such as W.V over Cos malah and Rothesay in the Ard group, with several specific lots noted in the day’s bidding.
Correspondence discusses a past Bathurst sighting of a reddish light over Model Farm and invites local memories. The item also promotes Uhoambperinin’s Tablets as a superior remedy for Digestive complaints, claiming rapid relief and cleansing effects.
The Bathurst Branch of the New South Wales League of Wheelmen joined the Western Rug by Football Union for a combined sports meeting on a perfect day. Events included bicycle races, handicaps, and a football match between Veterans and Half Holiday, with J. J. Sullivan scoring for the Veterans and crowds watching keenly as races and heats determined prize trophies and cash awards.
Fragmented report describes late half action with Matin Webb Suttor and Hippis in goal attempts. Naylor ties the score as Leary Jing ALY Sullivan struggles to convert, ending with an odd, rough sequence and a 5 score line for Veteratis.
The Australasian sporting events opened with about 10 000 spectators. Dickson of New Britain won the three mile championship, Blake of Victoria second, with time 15 minutes 21 4 4 seconds. Wooder of New Zealand won the 200 yards, Bilis of Victoria second, Burley of New South Wales third, time 24 1 5 seconds. Hurley of South Wales won the walking championship in 22 minutes 22 seconds.
The Bathurst Gun Club held a shoot yesterday afternoon. Mr. Al Cutler won the Campbell trophy, with marks showing Cutler and Raglan leading in events. The cup requires two successive wins in three events, with participants including B D Marshall Major McDonald R Pratley and A Cutler.
A Melbourne era note reports Callingwood defeating South Wales by 54 points in a football match. The letter from Mrs Charlis Bissell of Stroughts Vale Vic praises Dr Sheldon’s New Discovery for coughs colds and chest ailments, claiming family members use it and see benefits. It is advertised as a pre preparation cure sold locally.
The Minister for Agriculture issued an order this morning blocking Tasmanian potatoes from entering Melbourne. The move aims to prevent distribution within the state and restrict imports pending an agreement among agriculture debtors.
A mixed report notes Doan's Backache Pills praised for backache relief by a wounded or ill subject, with claims of family benefit and physician advice. It also mentions injuries from a rock fall at a factory and ongoing recovery progress. Public interest and endorsements intertwine with medical remedies and local incidents.
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