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Newspaper
Bathurst Daily Argus
Location
Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 24, 1909
Page
2
A Birkenhead mother describes a ringworm outbreak on her son’s face in late July. After using Cuticura Pill and Guticura Ointment, the facial blemish vanished by September 14, with skin clear and school attendance resumed. A comparison notes another child’s doctor-prescribed indifferent treatment.
A fragment from The Bathurst Argus discusses the failed push for the New Protection policy in Australia. It critiques manufacturers who avoided fair wages while urging duties to shield workers, noting unpaid Excise duties and resistance to wage increases. The piece highlights tensions between workers, unions, and employers in a period of protectionist rhetoric.
In a fragmented account, MPs blame workers for neglect and representatives who failed to safeguard people from misused funds, while factory interests and those labeled as “Wat Mon” and “Povles” are also accused of dangerous schemes.
Local and general notices announce a Salvation Army barracks meeting tonight at six thirty with tickets one shilling. A sale of choice ferns and pot plants by A and Low is scheduled Thursday at 2 30 pm to beautify homes, with emphasis on a fine lot and advisory attendance. Forecast warns of typical winter with snow, flurries, sharp frosts and bitter cold winds for the week ahead.
An accident occurred at the Orange Thallway station on Saturday morning at 6 20. Driver John Willis of the town train fell from his engine onto the platform and fractured three ribs on the right side. First aid was rendered by stationmaster Mr T Lovett who then called medical aid. He was subsequently sent to his home at Penrith by the 10 61 train. Unionism grows freely with twenty five new unions registered during the year, bringing total unions to 193 with 113,918 members and funds £200,878. The wealthiest union is the Australian Workers' Union with 10,681 members. At O'Connell, prospects for the year are promising with crops recovering after damage. The weekly rate is steady. rabbits fair, foxes increasing.
The Dunlap road race from Goulburn to Sydney on September 2 draws riders from Victoria Queensland and Tasmania. Entry fees total £400 in prizes. The road is in good order and a new distance record may be set as competitors prepare to start.
A New Zealand farmer treats potato seed to prevent blight and root crop diseases. Soak Lusbera in a solution of six pounds sulphate of ammonia and six pounds nitrate of soda in two and a half gallons of water, dissolved in about four ounces of each salt. Seeds soak 24 hours, then dried 24 hours before planting to avoid mildew.
In Orange shore readings the copless rains revived crops, yielding bright green fields and a promising future. A draught prize was offered by W Gander to Joseph Olona of Huntley, tied to five large mares at £70 each, with Ginns proposing £140 but later refusing to proceed beyond an option.
A sensational compound named Russhin Clay promises to fashion strong dressings from goat hair glue elulose bul pour camphor and red clay. Claimed to be bendable hammered and twistable into shapes without breaking and even capable of sawing wool. Australia sales reportedly enormous with Bathurst agent to be appointed by Mr BD Millott the Evaluation Agent.
Mr E RB Buettland of Cooperook M S W reports using Chamberlain's Cough remedy for whooping cough and general colds. He says it is very good for coughs and colds and the most successful medicine to prevent ailments. The note is presented by G Bagley and Co.
A meeting of the delegates of the Wednesday Half Trollday Football Clus Association was held at Jas. KK. Lorimer's rooms on August 23. IT. G. Berry chaired. The agenda included Barrang ers to Tobacconists v. Dutchers, Dekere v. BE. Web find Co's, at 4 o'clock on the Sports Ground.
Public opinion splits over the agreement as ministers plan a challenge in Federal Parliament if defeated. The agitation would move to the country when the referendum on constitutional amendment is issued.
Weather notes from Bathurst show prevailing trends with rain threatened. Cloudy but fine conditions reported elsewhere, unsettled forecast for the state with possible heavy showers and southerly gales. Yesterday's temperature peaked at 60 and dropped to 28.
A fragmented forecast notes a shift from very heavy south western rain August 21 to 27, followed by cloudy with light rain through the 31st. September opens fine with westerly winds, then colder nights and frosts on the lands, then warmer days with cool nights and more westerlies, ending with fair but cooler than earlier in the week.
A white fruiterer says gang tensions between Dago and Chow damaged his trade but recent customers have returned. He believes the Argus influenced these shifts and that people are waking up to care for their own life and kin.
The great coursing meeting promises to be the best Barhurst has seen with Cleven dogs hare nary and seven wen in charge. Mr D Arcy brings a strong team while Mary Vale is represented by Messrs M Hugh Stenkenson and Morley. More handlers arrive as weather improves. Admission to the ground is Limited.
Mr Pred Wood, once struck by paralysis three months ago, fainted again while walking with Mrs Wood on William Street. Captain Barnes and the fire brigade ambulance arrived. he regained consciousness and rested at night, with hopes for recovery.
A scathing, pseudo editorial targets the so called National Ags and Fat Man figures, accusing them of bias and deriding critics as Fat Men and Old Bogey. The piece lampoons media figures like J. Sullivan and J. Rutherford, condemning their era as jokey and unserious.
Quick results claimed for Chamberlain's Tableta held in the care of Billougnese and offered by Edgiey and Vo. The remedy is said to soothe the stomach by stimulating digestion and soothing pain, with promises of prompt relief and improved comfort.
A critical notice cites the Melbourne Argus and the Age critiquing the New Protection Act. It alleges excise penalties on harvesters begin January 1 1907, yet no duties collected and no exemptions granted. The piece accuses the Crown of bias toward employers, calls for enforcement, and questions government neutrality amid wage disputes.
The report notes a company delaying processing for exemption by allocating time and resources to accommodate local employers. It mentions Jeane assisting employers by scheduling town time and arranging meetings for exemption, and the company facing no penalties when obligations are unmet.
An Orange Leader proposes Bathurst High-Hour Committee hold a demonstration in Orange for the railway picnic to show Bathurst’s goodwill toward Orange. The letter questions the idea and defends Orange as a holiday destination, suggesting Bathurst may still visit Orange for their outing.
A satirical piece mocks Spanking Frank, lampoons the National Aivoanta and opposing viewpoints. It mocks Frank’s scare tactics and contrasts his daytime threats of punishment with nocturnal apologies, noting irony in his leadership and media portrayal.
The Bathurst lights mystery is solved as a local proprietor observed a balloon-like flame drift from East to West before it descended into the Royal Hotel stables. Investigators conclude it was a fire balloon ignited by methylated spirits, likely a prank that spread across towns.
The Daily Telegraph reports strong doubt that the French steamer Menaranlen sank with the Waratah. The Waratah was believed to have towed Menaranlen after a distress rendezvous. insurance brokers in London note large business on Waratah insurance at eighty five percent.
Captain Campbell of steamer Wodonga Pell reports hearing of the Waratah disaster after Durban. He recalls a July gale at Capetown and says no wreckage was sighted. Captain Simond of Magdals fears the vessel Bone would have drifted if afloat and rejects claims of a coal load or altered course.
William Brown aged 16 son of BL Peter Brown of South Bathurst resided with Mr John Horton of Rocket Street. He collided a dynamite detonator with an axe causing severe injury to his right hand and foot. He was taken to Dr Bus Salts surgery and later to Mr Horton’s residence. He is expected to recover after treatment though dangers of detonators persist. Unclear lines warn others to discard such devices safely.
Commercial prices and market notes from Sussex Street and Sydney markets. Lists include maize wheat chiolwheal Tata Tasmanian and Victorian milling costs, Tasmanian seed, butter and dairy items, potatoes and onions, various regional prices, and a Sydney produce sale summary. Livestock section notes: 2,000 sheep penned, cattle yarded with prices for cows, bulls and steers.
Sir John Quick outlined to parliament that if there was any prospect of a formal agreement between the Commonwealth and States, penny postings could be implemented nation wide. He suggested a uniform rate and proposed extending penny posts to the entire Commonwealth, with schemes to be considered by Parliament.
A letter from Mrs Charlia Biasell of Strawehton Vole endorses Dr Sheldon’s New Discovery for influenza coughs chest colds and lung troubles. She reports personal and family use since market release and praises its effectiveness. The notice promotes preparation price and availability through local seller Whera.
A fragile stock summary shows HIM Joveton North at 24/6 and Broken Hill Sandy Blacks at 1/0. The market records Soul contributing 86/6 with Bank of New South Wales at £49 109 and Commercial Bank of Sydney at £30.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a Supreme Court decision with no appeal planned by a law institute or attorneys. The text references KR D Megghyyy and a roll of solicitors, but details are unclear due to mangled phrasing and missing context.
Alfred Selly a laborer was found wounded after attempting self-harm by cutting his throat with a bread knife. He is now recovering as medical staff monitor his condition.
Melbourne residents endure widespread inundation with streets under water and homes inaccessible. Hospitals house hundreds displaced while many businesses and mills suspend operations and thousands face unemployment as floodwaters from the Murray and other rivers persist. Authorities report damaged bridges roads and public works, with relief centers at capacity.
Fragmentary report mentions injuries in a Wingham incident with a reference to a person named Fred Clocks and a lowing event. Details are unreadable and dates or organizations are not present.
A chaotic fire in the city this afternoon left two men severely burned. The elderly sufferer, James Marton aged 40, and a younger man aged two, were rescued after flames destroyed the building. Both were rushed to hospital as witnesses described a close call for the infant. The incident underscoreed a dangerous blaze with nearby residents narrowly escaping.
George Rongsa, fourteen, of Annandale, was knocked down while crossing a street this evening and cut to pieces in an incident attributed to Blram. Police are investigating the crash and noting the victim’s identity as a local resident.
Reports to the Department of Agriculture warn of swarms of caterpillars damaging western districts crops. Treatments include spraying with Paris green or arsenate of lead, trenching furrows, dragging logs, oil mixtures, and brush bundle barriers. For dense swarms, contact sprays with blue or red oil emulsion are advised.
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