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Newspaper
Bathurst Daily Argus
Location
Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 12, 1909
Page
2
A London man recounts years of illness starting in childhood with eczema and facial lesions. He details hospital treatments in London and New York, repeated failures, and finally credits Cuticura remedies after three months of use.
A Sydney coroner sparks debate on maternal rights and societal duties. The text argues women bear the bearing and degradation of childbirth, urging political action to safeguard mothers and children, and calling for renewed solidarity among women to curb abuses and neglect.
A brief local notice describes a nighttime cough issue affecting children in the Woods area near Popperminture. It notes health concerns and urges guardians to seek medical guidance if symptoms persist.
The article surveys taxi service growth in Sydney noting rapid public adoption and profits for owners. It contrasts taxis with horsed cabs, praising speed, reliability, comfort, and reduced road hazards. It also mentions Wheatstone telegraph apparatus improving efficiency and a cautious note on post office cashing charges and bank roles.
A meeting of the Hairdressers football club in Bath was held at McDonald’s. The aim was to form a hatr fkaart ar ronait club. Officers elected include Captain Mr A A Sowell and selection committee Mosers, O'Conna, T Rodgers, and G.
The fragment references a meeting with a vote of thanks to the Chairman and notes on colors red white and another, plus letters about influenza and knee pain. It mentions Chamberlain's Pain Balm and its claimed relief, and a local seller.
Australia defeats Worcestershire by innings with Hopkins dominant, taking 9 wickets in the match. Foster and Hayward produced useful contributions while Hawkins and Armstrong helped set up the Australian innings lead with controlled bowling and sharp fielding.
Readers weigh the Peel River estate dispute and closer settlement plans led by Mr Miller and Mr Sullivan. Letter writer urges open flats water supply reforms and independent land division to benefit 200 families and town growth.
An account of a westbound voyage from Sydney to Brisbane aboard The Wireema. Passengers, including about 100 from Victoria, enjoy sea breezes, scenic views, and deck life despite a strong head wind and rough weather. The writer meets Mr. G. Pickworth and notes parliamentary visits, social exchanges, and plans for further excursions amid Queensland’s evolving politics.
The article quotes Thomas Edison expressing intent to pursue purely scientific investigations beyond practical gain. He mentions long-held curiosity, past observations, and a belief in a supreme intelligence guiding undiscovered natural laws, aiming to demonstrate intelligent design through natural processes.
OPAWA Ni L Gwatkin Holmwood Christchurch writes in gratitude for Sheldon's Digestive Tablets. He reports ulcerated stomach pain over a year and credits the tonic to aid digestion. The advertisement touts Dr Sheldon's Digestive Tabules as a remedy for indigestion and stomach troubles priced at 2s 6d per tin.
A worker narrowly escapes a deadly fall when a single coat button catches a beam hook, preventing a crate from plunging into a pit. The incident occurs on a high ledge with a rock face beside a deep chasm, leaving the hero dangling moments before rescue.
The ad touts Sander's Eucalyptus Extract as a cure for throat, chest, stomach, and skin troubles and warns against inferior eucalyptus products. It claims antibiotic antiseptic properties and claims for Banders Extract and Woods' Peppermint Cures for chest complaints.
Sydney’s Daily Telegraph special correspondent in London describes an Apple auction in Covent Garden. He says the sale works best with middlemen and notes variability in packing and conditions. A South African trades commissioner in London watches shipments and reports on each consignment.
A Sydney Sunday report describes a 40 year old surveyor John Agtr of Glebe stabbed by two men who ambushed him near a post by a cathedral. He was taken to hospital in a cab with clothing saturated in blood. Police seek details as first accounts note the assault from behind and a fatal blow to the head.
Police on Saturday night raided a Chinatown gambling den run by Bydmey Sunday. They confiscated six Chinese gamblers and twenty two eating benches. Constable Webb and Sub-Inspector Kelly were injured by barbed wire during the raid as crowds surged amid intense melee.
The readable text loosely references local figures in a town, threats, unemployment, and a reported intention to abandon the area. Specific names and dates are garbled, but the tone suggests leaders discussing leaving the town amid unrest and economic distress.
Sydney Sunday weather note cites Mr Clament-Wragee, former Commonwealth meteorologist, forecasting an earthquake between July 217 and 29 in the northern hemisphere equatorial region and a severe gale affecting New Zealand generally beginning shortly after.
In a Parra River race, Sydney defeated Komp as Messenger collapsed near the finish. Kemp steadied Messenger’s blade after his calf, weakened by illness, threatened to capsize, allowing the withdrawal and final rescue before the boat toppled.
An old advertisement from UNANDERA NEW claims Dr Sheldon's New Discovery cures coughs and chest troubles. A user named Bastoy Unondore reports relief after three bottles, praising the remedy as unequaled for the described ailments and price details listed as 1/0 per bottle.
London Sunday report on Friday’s committee stage of the Trish Land Bill with amendments from Mr Jota Reinond and Mr G Wyndham. The amendment to widen purchase terms failed amid strong debate and party splits as Welsh concerns influenced the floor. Labour abstained on key votes while several Labor MPs sided with the minority, reflecting high political tension.
London Sunday report notes the value of Daniel Cooper's estate sworn at £125103 excluding the Australian portion. The late baronet's will contains a contingent clause reserving £217000 for detriotion of the estate's executors for public use in Sydney and New South Wales. The testator bequeathed Harland's picture of the racehorse Fisherman to the Austrian Jockey Club.
In London on a Sunday a suffragette group including Mrs Panithurst Bird Ass Haversfeld was counted for participation in a recent disturbance at the House of Commons. The magistrate advised an appeal on a point of law regarding the right of subjects to petition the Crown. Other suffragette cases were postponed.
Fragmentary text notes the Home Secretary's push to address gambling and newspaper content. Mentions upcoming Bill in the House of Commons and actions against controversial material in newspapers and satires. References Lim Sentente and challenges to public morals.
A private press conference reported tense talks among editors and delegates including the Chancellor and Home Secretary. An injunction was allegedly obtained to restrain actions in the South Wales area while fund payments for members were discussed. Notifications from London and Measgarton indicate ongoing unrest and market activity with buyers present and competitive bidding.
The Inding student Minghra was charged with the murder of Sir Wyllie. He opposed the murder and pleaded mitigation on grounds of patriotism. He wished for death to satisfy a patriot’s vengeance according to the report.
The Civilian Rifle Club reports Saturday practice scores at 7 shots at 100 yards and 1 shot at 200 yards. A. Cutler achieved a near perfect score, with G. Webb close to a possible, and A. Byatt hit a possible at the latter distance. Totals follow.
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