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Newspaper
Bathurst Daily Argus
Location
Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 21, 1909
Page
2
The Bathurst Argus calls on citizens and authorities to invite Orange Section railway workers to Bathurst for a 3 Hour Demonstration and annual picnic. It frames hospitality and cross community goodwill as a path to broader worker solidarity and municipal pride.
Reports on airship and dirigible balloon development warn nations of future mobility and transport shifts. Observers note rapid progress in airship tech, competing uses in civil and military fields, and potential strategic impact amid naval and aerial power balances.
The ballot drawn for the Starr-Bowkett Society last night was won by Mr. J. McPhillamy. An ad promotes a sore throat cure using Wannel dampened with Obsamberlain's Pain Bile. A lane back palm in the side or chest is advised for similar winners with Pain Balm famed for cures. For sale by Le. Mogley and Co.
In Small Debts Court yesterday J Apps and J Fitzgerald shared a debt case worth 21 17s, Hastings v Abr Geo involved a £2108 labor claim, and WAIDEN'S COULD noted a separate matter. At the Warden's Court John Bownitnway received authority to enter a portion of land in Bathurst for twelve months with a five year pursue.
The single meeting and examination of the bankrupt William Henry Parkes, a labourer from Bathurst, under section 18, was adjourned in Court House yesterday morning with no parties appearing.
ALSA forwards notice that Mr Deebey will forward copies of the Gazette containing potato growing information. Farmers interested should communicatie with him at Parliament House for access to the publication.
Mr. Taylor, once incapacitated by a recent accident, is reported to be nearly recovered and ready to resume active duties. The note suggests he will address the public again in the coming week, with Mr. B and Towneaman also mentioned.
Dying lambs in the Molong district rose in number over a few weeks, with several deaths amid a mysterious pattern. Stock Inspector Finehow believes many deaths result from a form of inflammation caused by tails being seared with half cold irons.
A small island off Australia's northwest coast, 105 by 30 yards, with good anchorage, has been occupied by Britain. Notification reached External Affairs Minister L. T. Groom, establishing Cartier Island as British possession, surrounded by coral reefs.
Letter from the Lands Department confirms approval of appointment for W. J. Radburn as Acting-Inspector under Regulation 704 of the Pastures Protection Act 1902. He is authorized to issue permits for sheep movement from Cur coar district, with gazettal dated the 16th instant.
Cloudy conditions and threats of rain marked yesterday in Bathurst with about 1 inch of rainfall. Rain totals across stations ranged from 18 to 107 points with cool south to west winds and occasional thunder, as temperatures peaked near 65 and dipped to 34 degrees.
Opticlanns Vil announces the regular monthly visit to Hathurst of Glob and Heeman Ltd and Humterstreet Sydney consulting rooms Open 10 am to 6 pm All eye trouble headaches and related issues urged to consult The visit features Chas Gibb and J W Beeman as principals with long town history Next visit September dst.
The Rev J Marshall Brown, minister of the Ghiaroi at Chiutewood, is to be welcomed as minister of Bathurst Church on Tuesday. A meeting at Oddfellows Hall precedes the induction service and welcome at the church with Rev M L Johnson presiding.
Destructive floods sweep across Darron Ri Yer and surrounding towns isolating paper mills and works. In Inverleigh residents are rescued as water rises on the Goulburn River. Drownings reported near Ballarat and Kilmore. bridges destroyed and thousands in damages anticipated. The Yarra, Murray rivers rise with widespread property loss and transport disruption across Victoria.
A reader argues against imprisonment for drinkers and questions a proposed dipsomania cure experiment. He requests details on the experiment price, committee behavior, water provision, and the committee names, seeking a date and clarification of success. He notes local distance and availability for a Saturday trial.
Fragmentary stock list mentions Broken Hill Proprietary and Broken Hill South with dates 27/3 and 05, plus Queen Bae 4/8. Several items like Share Market Syimey and Commmateril Bunit appear garbled. The readable items reference price figures and month terms but lack full context.
Mr O B R Butluand from Coopernanic N S W says he has used Clamber lain s Cough Remedy and found it successful for coughing and colds. He notes it is a most successful remedy to be sold by L Hagley and Co.
Miss Kate Rooney presented the first of two concerts at the School of Arts to an enthusiastic audience. Her contralto voice impressed despite mixed expectations, with notable renditions of Abide with Me and Land of Hope and Glory. Accompanists and a strong company supported a lively program, including Zilla Harrison and Mr Lars on. Admission reduced to 3s 6d and 1s for the evening.
The piece criticizes a previous article on labor and factory practices as mere rot with no practical solutions. It alleges misleading defense of workers by Pour-bob Miller and claims a wage rise caused by his vote, implying political manipulation and souring public sentiment among the youth.
Fragmented letter from the Assea Advocate outlines a dispute between Bathurst Master Bakers and rival editors. The piece parodies boyish rivalry, mocks opponents, and hints at earlier confrontations while urging stronger, sharper retorts.
The agricultural show continued despite snow on Thursday with excellent attendance. A smoker event at the Town Hall drew attention as Mr. A. J. Raymond chaired the session. Promises of £200 in prizes for next year accompanied reports that entries exceeded previous years by about 20 percent, and sixty new members joined. Horse judge Jank Mack praised the parade as the best seen on show grounds. In Bathurst district, Mr. G. Tregitt won trophies for hay, profits, and a collection of coreals, with other prizes awarded for related farm products.
The telegraph report states the Premiers Conference, signed by Federal Ministers and State Premiers, approved post Braddon payments to states based on population with New South Wales Victoria Queensland at 25s per head and South Australia Western Australia and Tasmania at 2 per head. After Braddon, Western Australia receives a final sum tapering with 226 000 and rising costs shared, while a constitutional bill is prepared for Parliament. The conference plans to meet again tomorrow in Wyoming to discuss further questions.
A cottage at Hurstville, occupied by 73 year old John McPhee, caught fire. Neighbors found his charred remains in a creek after extinguishing the blaze, suggesting he escaped but sank while fleeing the flames. Police believe the fire started when he left a fire burning in the back room.
At Cattle Creek on the Warrego Queensland Michael Edward Hiwiey was crushed to death when a tree he was felling fell on him. In six weeks ending August 11th new settlers selected 104 651 acres of Crown Land as original holdings and 293 additional holdings were selected under Mercia tenure.
Alfred G Selby 44 a laborer living apart from his wife went to obtain 260 compensation for injuries from a Glebe collision. A quarrel with Mrs Selby over funds led him to fire at her head, then cut his throat with a bread-saw. He was hospitalized in serious condition but expected to recover. The Selby family includes eight children.
Sydney market report lists prices for maize, bran, pollard, wheat, oats, and Tasmanian and Victorian produce. It notes fluctuations across milling wheat, chaff, onions, and potatoes with different regional terms and freight notes.
The notice lists multiple church services across Kelso and surrounding areas. Holy Trinity holds 7.30 am and 11 am, Methodist venues show various morning and evening times, Baptist and Congregational churches also publish service slots, with ministers and locations including White Rock Donken and Bathurst. The Congregational service mentions Rev W J Pittson directing Home Mission Board activities at 11 am and 7 pm.
Kane defeated Surrey by Ywieketa at Kennington Oval in the Canterbury championship match. O Maseno scored 162 not out, marking the twenty third consecutive century for the batsman. The report includes stray political fragments and remarks unrelated to the game.
A short circuit at a plant near Lake Como sparked a fire in a villa complex. Ten people touching exposed wiring were electrocuted and about twenty were seriously burned as authorities investigated the stamp of the disaster and efforts to rescue remaining workers.
George Thompson of Wi American appeared at Marylebone police court today on a charge of stealing £100 from William Strong an Australian merchant by the confidence trick. The confederate is reported as a accomplice.
London reports the battleship Agamemnon ran aground at the mouth of the Thames near Sheerness. With four tugs she was refloated apparently without damage. The vessel carries 14 guns, 10,500 tons, 16,750 horsepower and can reach 15 knots.
Tha Archbishop of Canterbury Dr. Davidson will consecrate Dr. Wright the new Archbishop of Sydney at St Pauls Cathedral on Tuesday. Assistants include the Archbishop of Afaushester Dr Knox of Southwark and others from Gibraltar Singapore and Calcvita. Welldon Dean of Manchester will preach.
Spain has given orders for the construction of a dirigible balloon for use in Morocco, amid ongoing disputes and logistical wrangles affecting the project.
Reports indicate ex president Maduro Castro of Venezuela, once expelled from British and French West Indies possessions, is now located near Solares in northern Spain after a period of mystery.
Waratah search dominates shipping news as steamers from South African ports alter routes toward Australia. Market activity remains muted amid broader speculation while in London the Commons debates the South African Union Bill and color bar amendments with limited dissent from Libs on Lupton.
London Friday judgment under the Mines Hours Act held nine hours work on 60 days in the year with eight hours on remaining days. The stipendiary magistrate ruled for the employees and an appeal was lodged by the employers’ representatives.
Mr Asquith announces the government plans to recommend a grant of 220000 to support Lieutenant Shackleton's expedition towards the South Pole. The announcement was received with general approval in the House of Commons.
A Welsh collier and a London cargo sparked suspicions after small gunpowder packets and blasting cartridges were found among coal during unloading. The Duke of Wellington class cruiser Duke of Waternburg was coaling at Spithead when detonators and mining cartridges were reportedly uncovered, prompting official inquiries into the incident.
The Tay cycle track records show dramatic rapid times with riders like Dye and Duttan pushing intermediate mile marks toward new limits. Contenders including Bishop and Coombes contest the 24 hours event in Mount Gambier with distances near 200 miles before a large field dwindles to nine through the night.
An unreadable fragment mentions quick actions, heat results, and point margins involving teams or players. Names and specifics are mostly garbled, leaving only scattered numbers and phrases such as 140, 45 points, 60 points, and 23.
An advertisement touts Sanders Extract with eucalyptus claiming relief for stomach issues, bowel distress, rheumatism, neuritis, and skin troubles. It warns against ointments that force secretions and promotes healing with the product’s antiseptic ingredients and fiber.
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