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Newspaper
Bathurst Daily Argus
Location
Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 17, 1909
Page
2
A Bathurst Orange feud over pastures protection flares as calls to create separate wards rise. The Bathurst Pastures Protection Board proposes district division to curb jealousy and improve representation amid rabbit destruction prosecutions and political tensions.
The minister for works has sanctioned calling tenders to erect a state clothing factory, signaling a formal start to the procurement process. The move aims to boost local production and employment.
The Bathurst District Band plans to compete in Sydney during the week before Easter. A grazing site at Bathurst Racecourse was sold to Mr C Gummin for £20. BH Taylor and Co offer 260 lots of furniture at auction today 2 pm. The cricket match sees Ledley and Co. against All Salia at 2:30 pm. The band’s program includes Sullivan operas gems and other light pieces at Machattie Park tonight.
Clearing out sale of furniture on Mrs. Owen's account at Eb Piper Street today. Brick cottage of superior style at 166 Lambert Street to-morrow on account of Mr James Kelly. Glasson and Co call attention to fellow dogs sales.
Bathurst audiences enjoyed a late show by Glay's Waxworks and Variety Company featuring Moir versus Tiger Smith with a repeat bout, Lily Voeller's Red Wig song, and Molly Doolan with Wally Edwards. Florence Menkmeyer concert planned with 120 seats booked, Bathurst hosts large crowd. Funeral of Frank Dennett noted. Martins Buckjumping Show and other attractions announced for February 18 and upcoming events will draw crowds. local mills in Northam, WA partly burned with £69,000 saved in damage.
Two meetings addressed by MLA B Molman and Mr Holland urged union unity and strong federal Labor. Holland criticized NSW Labour disunity and called for militant action against police, urging workers to arm with revolvers and endanger shops linked to police. Hewitt noted Broken Hill women backing the strike and ready to pressure local business brass.
Justice Higgins said the Chief Justice agreed to postpone the Constitution case to March 4. He suggested Port Pirie leaders Delprat and the ALA president could settle the Broken Hill dispute in an hour with principals’ full backing. If not allowed free hand, he warned of an award. Public men and trouble cited. Labor party contributed £60 to the rockout fund. Revolutionary Socialist Harry Halland faced hostile reception in Broken Hill. Unionists questioned his loyalty and pressed for his return to Sydney.
Mining report from Dark Corner details four gold pieces totaling 35 ounces with a single 18 ounce nugget, noted for high purity and quartz absence. Prospector Mr Grabham displays promising finds and hints a larger reef yield may follow, while a Bathurst district exhibit is anticipated.
Melbourne reports the thirteenth Australian team selected for England includes M. Noble W. Trumper A. Carter A. Coller W. Bridsley OlSWw G. Macartney D. Gregory W. Armstrong C. Ransford W. Carkeek P. Means ter W. Whitty J. O Connor R. Hartigan with selections spanning New South Wales Victoria South Australia Queensland and Western Australia.
A historic ad asserts Dr Sheldon s 5 NISW Discovery as the most wonderful remedy for coughs colds and consumption. It promises cure when others fail and lists Mackler Bros George Street Batl urety B Morgan Burraga as obtainment points.
W A Pleddy Harry Bayliss and others on Vale Road protest caused property damage from a verge erosion. M L A Miller states he inspected on January 23 and arranged reports from the Works Department and District Engineer. He says the Shire Council must push the matter and expects government action via a special Brant to address the damage.
Gibb and Beeman Ltd of 6 Hunter Street Sydney will return to Bathurst in March at the Park Hotel from 10 am to 12 pm. The firm, known as eight testing experts, will visit Bathurst periodically and may be consulted for all eye troubles needing properly fitted glasses. One principal will personally attend Bathurst.
Latest quotations list prices for wheat flour oats barley and potatoes with Victorian and Tasmanian origins. Items include oats Tasmanian white 2s 6d, potatoes Tasmanian £6 6s, butter prices near 10d to 12d per unit, eggs Northern Rivers 1d to 2d, cheese local prime leaf 7d to 8d, and assorted seeds, bran, and meal rates among various regions.
Bathurst stock sale at Corporation Sale Yards reports steers and heifers sold between £4 18s and £6 16s with total around £65 11s. Varying consignments include store wethers and yearlings with prices noted. yard conditions described as inferior and light. A 10s per head advance occurred. next sale at O’Connell yards scheduled for 6200 wethers and ewes, 170 bullocks, cows, heifers, and springers on the 25th.
Prices for fifty three produce trucks offered at Central Railway Yards with many unsold items. Various goods including rye corn potatoes and seeds listed with prices in older currency. Local sellers G Rollands Lyndhurst and McKibbin Kelso noted with consignments from Ex Newbridge and Bathurst.
A modern remedy claims to cure consumption if taken promptly. Dr Sheldon’s New Discovery is praised by many and available at Mockler Bros George Street, Bathurst, H Morgan, Buronga.
Sporting notes highlight next Saturday's Orange Jogley Club meeting with top events including the Opening Handicap and Orange Cup. Postpool and Lagoon Jockey Club meetings draw attention with nominations closing for the Mying Handicap and Postponed Handicap. Lady Claris returns to Bathurst amid metropolitan offers, while shifts in venue aim to boost entries.
An advertisement touts a new medical remedy by Dr Bboldon promising cures for colds consumption and related illnesses. It lists a Bathurst address Mochler Brow George Street and claims guaranteed results accessible from HB Mor eno Durraga.
Alderman W. J. Laws closed a public meeting at the Local Town Hall to hear representations to the Federal Government about building torpedo boat destroyers in the State Workshops.
A Tarana correspondent reports the Methodist Church held its annual teameeting and sale of work, followed by a concert at Faedora Hall. Tables were generously provided by local ladies, with a varied program including solo, duet, and choral pieces that drew strong audience support.
A Sunday hailstorm blanketed Blayney with up to two inches of hail and heavy rain. Orchards and gardens suffered major damage including ruined flower cages, while Neville and Hobby’s Yards reported a deluge. The event interrupted hot week weather and left local fields in poor condition.
The report notes Sir Marty Rawson will visit IRidge on Monday to offer direct guidance to the children. It mentions meeting with Bob Collier and Jimmie Done, and records various other local matters from leases and governance to storms, accidents, and public notices across the region.
Pain relief remedy promoted for lumbago and back stabs with mention of its inventor Dr Sheldon. Advertisement from Mockler Bros at George Street lists Morgan Burraga as sellers.
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