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Newspaper
Bathurst Daily Argus
Location
Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 26, 1909
Page
2
A letter from Cheshire Eng dated November 14 19u7 describes severe weeping eczema on hands improving after using Cuticura remedies. The writer notes prior doctor advised limited water exposure and credits a relative’s cure and Cuticura treatment.
Obituary notice reports the death of David dtlue Smith in Bathurat Railway Loco Ward on 26 January 1207 after an accident involving fellow employees. The item notes the fatal incident occurred in the railway yard with no further details provided.
The page provides a weather summary for Sydney region with likely showers north of the city and moderate inland temperatures, plus a report on Bishop Camidgeh’s return and health duties. It also mentions a Bohgool picnic near Rankens Bridge and disruptions at Dathurst District School delaying studies, with teachers required to attend.
Trancis J. Martin accused of permitting drunkenness at the Brides Hotel Peruyue was charged yesterday. The defendant pleaded not guilty and, on Mr Henry's request, the case was postponed for one week with Mr Kenny appearing for the defense.
Yesterday at Keppel Street Court Dawson pleaded guilty to indecent language directed at pub guests after an incident at Roberts hotel bar. Police magistrate imposed a fine as Dawson, intoxicated, clashed with the bar owner and used disgusting speech in front of women and children. Collectors licenses were granted by the Police Magistrate yesterday to two applicants, Holmes and Pope.
The District Band plans the final Municipal concert in the Park tonight featuring the famous fantasia WA soldier's Life and other selections. Local agents advertise Griffith and Flassel patent services for Sydney Melbourne inventors. A Bathurst area demonstration follows with invited officials and public input. Mrs. Ashworth of Havannatstrest died aged 69, with funeral at 10 30 this morning and burial in the HKeléo Cemetery. she leaves husband James Ridge and a large family.
A local report describes youths in Bathurst using noise instruments to harass newly married couples and extract bribes. After a couple’s complaints, a confrontation led to gunfire injuring a man named Edwards, who was treated and sent home with a leg wound expected to hinder his mobility.
A meeting of the Closer Settlement and Irrigation League at Town Hall, led by Mayor Alderman F D Kenny, debated the Macquarie valley scheme. Mr Millar urged collaboration with Lands Department and Advisory Board to prepare detailed reports on White Rock and Campbell sites, with focus on resuming land at Bathurst and immediate irrigation potential near Sydney markets. The committee agreed to collect information, involve engineers Orr and De Burgh, and present to Public Works Committee next session.
Australian markets report diverse commodity quotes. Avheat and other grains show varied prices across regions including New South Wales Victoria and South Australia. Livestock and dairy items list primes and blends with bids from Melbourne Sydney and Queensland buyers.
At the Corporation Saleyards yesterday 47 fat cattle were penned. Bleedlum bullocks sold from 27s to £7 17s, inferior from £4 17s to £6 4d, store cows about £8. Calves and heifers to Beadle £1 1d, with notes of weight 1000 lbs and prices around 24s.
Eighty trucks of produce were offered by auction at the Central Railway Yards this morning in Sydney. Prices ranged with choice hay lucerne and oats and barley varying from 3/9 to 6/6, mid ranges around 4/0 to 4/9, and second milling wheats around 2/1 to 3/10. Notable consignors included G. T. Hood and Lyndhurst with hay at 6/6.
The Homebush market shows buyers active on Monday with 798 stock entries. Values for medium sorts remained steady while other classes firmed. cattle yarding at 1821 with improved tone. Prices ranged from 6 to 10 pounds for bullocks and 2|8 to 66 shillings in others.
Bathurst Turf Club welcomes a large crowd for Anniversary Day with excellent entries across ten races. Local and visiting horses including Ard gain, High Lady, Ben Buckley, and Martle are entered, with favorable weather and a strong rail, train service easing access. Major races list Kilrush Handicap, Kiliongiutta Trial Stakes, Bathurst Cup, Aburcrombie Handicap, Welter, and Etienne with leading contenders such as Lady Clarts, Stills, Melyra, Marvel Lawn, and Cubbogram.
Forbes Times reports Bundaburra Jacky claimed as Lachlan’s oldest native died in Forbes after a life marked by alcohol and repeated drunkenness. He pleads not guilty as the PM sentences him to six months in Bathurst jail, receiving fourteen days to chop wood before transfer.
Fragmentary ad promotes Dr Sheldon’s new discovery to ward off serious long trouble. Product available at Mocklar Hros Georgest Tmthurst FE. Movs san Burraga. Price Wi and 3.
A Bathurst column argues for funding a Bathurst rifleman to Bisley to represent the city and Australia. It cites Major Richardson and A Cutler, notes Cutler’s empire and world records, and urges local support to cover £100-£120 for travel and competition beyond Bisley to the American meeting, citing Bathurst’s strong marksmen tradition.
Government Entomologist visited Dubbo to examine a thrips outbreak in wheat. He noted green wheat swarmed by small black thrips, likely a new indigenous species, causing suspected damage to ripening grain. Further investigation planned next season and preventive measures recommended.
The Department of Agriculture plans a systematic investigation into plants suspected of being poisonous to stock. The Government Botanist, Stock Inspector, Plant Pathologist, and other officials will publish findings in the Gazette. Darling Pen, Whid or Pi iad y Melon are mentioned, with emphasis on stock owners and conservation.
In Sydney on a perfect day the New South Wales innings reached 457 for 4 at stumps with Noble 174 and Gregory 179, amid long partnerships and rapid scoring. Emery 65 and Kelleway 41 stood firm as NSW pressed to extend records before the close of play.
A shooting affray at Prewantle in the Edwards home ended with Fred Hultgreen firing six shots after denying entry to a family guest. Mrs Edwards received a thigh wound but remains not serious. Police arrested Hultgreen and a woman after barricaded room was flooded to retrieve them.
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