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Newspaper
Bathurst Daily Argus
Location
Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 20, 1909
Page
3
Coroner's Court in Newcastle concluded the inquest into Healey's death. Evidence showed he could not have fired the revolver due to injury and stiff fingers. A woman, Streit, described as drug addicted and prone to fits, was arrested pending trial for wilful murder.
The Farmers and Settlers Associations of New South Wales present a report to the Sydney Conference urging vigorous railway extension policies The report backs appointing a Halfway Commission to advise the Halfway Department on helping settlers access land and manage state resources effectively.
In Maitland district Dr Liddell warned against duty rises on flannel as a risk to poor households. A serious local tragedy follows when Anna Mason Hackett, a young wife, was fatally burned while cooking as her flannelette underclothes caught fire from an open stove.
In Murrurund this afternoon a moving vehicle struck a stationary truck causing both vehicles to derail. The driver and fireman escaped with miraculous survival after the crash disrupted the station.
The Court Martial finds Staff-Sergeant Major Daly guilty of breaches of discipline. He is sentenced to dismissal from the service, but the Wesendon sentence is remitted due to Daly's otherwise good record. A Chinaman is fined for opium importation after customs officers uncover contraband in a woman's trouser leg. A ship raid at Circular Quay reveals several tins of dim as authorities probe the shipment.
An unclear exchange appears to involve Norsity the Mayor and Co-Secretary Wo Woou with a note about signs and a sustained issue. The fragmented text hints at a formal acknowledgment but lacks coherent context or concrete details.
London crowds flood streets and embankments to view the Naval Review along the Thames from London to the Nore. More than 10 000 spectators at Southend, ships and submarines on display, with bluejackets guiding visitors and river steamers carrying crowds to see the warships. A royal pageant vibe recalls coronation times as English towns prepare festivities along the river.
Reports from London and Greece describe violent quakes and volcanic activity causing tremors, lava flows, and widespread fear. In Negita and Laopesl areas communities mourn casualties as villagers flee molten rivers and senseless devastation spreads across the region.
A bizarre incident occurred when a man placed a loaded gun against a tree after an earlier misfire. His dog triggered the weapon again, causing the gun to explode and the bullet to pierce the owner's leg. Local authorities investigate the peculiar accident.
Mr Mozarih reports receiving additional imprints beyond prior amounts. The notice lists Larnach Bros Brena W and McPhinanss as recipients or parties involved in the supplementary earnings.
Canada takes the Kalapore Cup at the International Rise Shooting Competitions held in Bissey. Results list top shooters including Nea Canadi and Cranevans Natal with strong Canadian performances noted.
In Loudon on Monday, a thief was confronted by sub chief Awan of the Paris Detective force and Inspector Nagat of detectives at the National Picture Gallery. They were shot dead, and the killer then killed himself.
About 100 local witnesses are to be examined as the balance of evidence appears to favor against the universal Saturday ball holiday. The Government seeks to minimize the date strike at Broken Hill and to find work for those genuinely unable to obtain employment. Names of 330 low n side applicants are registered at the Municipal Troller Works at Tiroken Tl.
The Australian team opened their match against Yorkshire in Sheffield with a dull weather day but a good wicket and an attendance growing from 5 000 to 10 000. Omitted Australians include Hagan Carkeek O Connor McAlister and Whitty while Hunter led Yorkshire with the bat scoring 120 for their side after Denton Rotheray Hirst Wilkinson Hardisty Newstead Haigh Broadbent Hunter Wilson Rhodes appeared for Yorkshire. The Australians later visited Windsor Castle for Royal Command and lunch with His Majesty the King.
The Warlp U committee held a Monday night meeting at Milters Rooms with chairman Unfold and members including Pat- ter Livery pod, Hughes, Col, Clayton, Anderson, Sullivan, Rivett and Mead. The Hetae club sought to withdraw from the Benlor Competition. the request was granted. An apology from Kelvo playara for harassing the referee was accepted. J J Sullivan and J Rivett were thanked for their work toward resolving issues. A J Bond was appointed to the Committee. Reinstatement for Unform 1b was referred to the New South Wales Union. Wilson apologized for a 12 month dis qualification for hooting the referee. the committee lifted the misqualification. J J Sullivan was named to the Selection Committee replacing Rivett. No disqualification motions will be filed in future. Upcoming Saturday fixtures and referees listed for Raglan, Dy Cuneea, Bathurst v Lideow Ironworkers, with ground times.
In Toudon on Monday Keir Lardle speaking at a Northumberland meeting urged the general solidarity of coal unions to back Scottish miners against wage cuts via the eight hour act. Also at Gateshead 150 miners were jailed seven days for not paying damages after striking a pit.
Scrambled report from Sydney markets listing commercial banking activity and miscellaneous entries. Includes references to Drokun Hill Innction, Merth and Mount Molly Coref with unclear figures such as £90 and $63, as well as broken entries like 29s and 21a.
The article reports Mining, NDOBOLIN SILVER AND LEAD MINING COMPANY facing difficulties after beginning operations last week at Mary Potter's noted silver lead mine near Condabolin. It describes attempts to subvert Potter's influence and concerns about underground conditions affecting the venture.
A promotional ad extols Bile Beans as a cure for biliousness and related ailments. It recounts a miner’s recovery from long bilious symptoms after using the product and urges readers to try the remedy for indigestion headaches and a range of health issues.
Socialists in the French Chamber of Deputies approve a resolution by 441 to 7 making a daily time sheet mandatory. Members who miss consecutive sittings will have their salaries stopped. Newspapers criticize the motion calling it a degradation to pupils.
A short ceremony at the Imperial Palace saw the young Shah acclaimed by the National Assembly and invested with regal authority. He is to study abroad under a new tutor. Teheran remains quiet as bazaars reopen.
Princess Beatrice of Saxe Coburg Gotha and Alfonso of Spain pursue a South Europe honeymoon before plans to reside in Edinburgh. A royal decree bars Alfonso from his titles and removes his royal privileges for marrying without the king’s consent. The couple’s match, a Protestant bride and Catholic groom, prompted the king’s disapproval and disciplinary measures within the Spanish regime.
A major blaze swept Pagan’s Buildings in Kent Shrest on Sunday morning about 4 30. Monaghan’s clothier shop and Bramall’s shop were gutted with uninsured losses and several residents suffered damage. The fire destroyed insured stock and damaged tenants including Mr Ormiston and Mr Tot hunter. volunteers helped save nearby properties despite limited water supply.
An advertising fragment touts Sanders Extraqt and Bander’s Retract remedies for cold cough throat and lung troubles. It claims faster healing than other eucalyptus products and promotes McSorley’s Tournament and a slate of boxing and cough cures with stray pricing and event mentions.
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