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Newspaper
Bathurst Daily Argus
Location
Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 09, 1909
Page
3
In Broken Hill on Monday Carrie Gibson, wife of the Holy Librarian, was sent to gaol for a saga involving police and a gambling claim. The article notes confusion over the event and the strike, with unclear details and names garbled.
A boy and girl romance leads to police questioning after a couple was found in Melbourne and Sydney. A fire in a Broken Hill block caused about 700 pounds in damage. Lawrence has been committed for trial on breaking and entering a North Sydney dwelling amid a burglary wave in Sydney.
A coroner's inquiry into the death of a married woman residing at The Glebe is opened after police receive information suggesting death was caused by factors other than heart failure, contrary to the death certificate. The proceedings aim to determine the true cause and circumstances of the death.
The Marine Court suspended a seaward matter for six months after the hearing found fault in navigation that altered course contrary to the captain's orders. Local court notes include pawnbecker estate sworn at £22400 with legacies to hospitals and other entities. Additional items report sailors' swimming tests, a deceased recluse found in Grenfell, a drowning during a bathing incident, a tram and van collision injuring two, and a large undertow rescue at Coogee.
Police raided a room in Surry Hills on Monday night, arresting two young men. Jewellery valued at over 2100 pounds was recovered, identified as proceeds from theft. At the residence of Mrs Upton in Randwick, a six-chambered revolver was found. Authorities cited clear suspicion against the men.
In a Crown case at Goulburn Quarter Sessions Judge Rogers presided. After three hours deliberation the jury returned a guilty verdict against Carter. Carter was sentenced to seven years imprisonment with hard labor. Prosecution details allege Carter conspired with Dale to trap Dale in a compromising situation to secure a divorce from his wife.
Australia signals progress in naval officer exchanges with the Imperial Navy. Defence officials say no difficulty will arise in rotating officers between destroyer squadrons, and the scheme will extend beyond the current units. The goal is to chain interchangeable vessels and personnel along the lines of Imperial practices.
In a windy morning race, Sayonara defeats Thelma by about 50 seconds after improved main-sail tweaks boost confidence for the defender. Southern winds shifted to southerly by mid day, affecting passing positions and creating an exciting finish.
A Sydney man aged 87 described as a laborer allegedly planned suicide by placing a revolver in his mouth and blowing out his brains. The coroner or authorities are not seeking further action.
Latest quotations show wide ranges for wheat maize and oats with prices per ton and per hundredweight across Sydney Melbourne and regional ports. Sheep cattle and lamb values firming at Homebush with 29 560 head penned. livestock sale figures highlight trends in prime and inferior lots. A modern remedy advertisement touts Dr Sheldon’s Now Discovery for consumption with dealer listings.
The Porte and Russian factions clash over Bulgarian settlement plans. Isvolsky’s offer prompts resignation fears in Sofia and Macedonia as Turkey seeks concessions while Russia weighs a broader Russo Turkish settlement. A potential exchange would require Russia to concede about 81 million beyond Isvolsky’s terms.
An anonymous donor has sent 10000 pounds to the London Association funds as Lord Asher appeals for 11000 Territorial forces to fill the city’s defensive establishment. Mayors and firms back the drive with meetings and backing for three weeks of holiday for employers who enlist.
The International Rugby match saw Wales defeat Scotland by five points in a tense game held yesterday in America. The clash involved strong play from both sides with Wales securing the win in the closing minutes.
New York Times correspondent Smalley warns Washington of a looming Asiatic crusade if National Legislature fails to address immigration. California and other state legislatures tighten Japanese school segregation measures while a Colonial Office official notes Sir Charles Guess will visit Weston Australia and several Australian cities before heading to India, New Zealand, and Canada, with itinerary details left flexible.
A historical warning on dangerous counterfeit tonics selling as genuine volatile eucalyptus extract. The note cites painful irritation from improper mixtures and a sworn witness testimony about ulcers worsened by a deceitful product. It urges reliance on proven remedies like The Genuine Bande and Stone's Pure Volatile Eucalyptus Extract and cites authorities and court findings.
Australia was dismissed for a low total with Hopkins and Cotter among scorers as Gorry and Kellaway provided tight bowling. All Saints College defeated Rockley by 26 runs, with multiple players contributing in both innings.
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