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Newspaper
Bathurst Daily Argus
Location
Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 31, 1909
Page
2
A man recounts months of pain from a severe hand injury and subsequent illnesses that left him unable to work. After attempts with doctors and skin specialists, he finds relief only with Cuticura Soap and Ointment, praising their effectiveness and sharing his recovery.
IW MEMORIAM. In loving memory of my dear husband William O Rourke who departed this life July. I consigned to his loving wife Ar O Rourke of Dulwich All.
Readable fragments from The Bathurst Argus dated July 19 cover local notices and brief items. The page outlines community notices and short items typical of a small regional paper of the era.
The article critiques the unemployed in Sydney, arguing many avoid work while relying on others. It notes parliamentary delays and contrasts genuine job seekers with professional unemployed and social parasites. It suggests government misdirection and calls out loafers resisting work in suburbia.
Local clubs announce the Combloed Trailors will play the first match today at the Sports Ground after Newbridge fixtures. The Milwaukee Society of Arts hosts a Thursday event with a military social next Wednesday at the Masonic Hall. Admission is sixpence with hats required for spectators.
The Rushway Department issues chevy detots to Melbowmne by train on Wednesday August lith and announces sale events including an art sale and a picture sale by eminent artists. The Osthorak Care Gly committee held a meeting and planned the annual members meeting for Friday the Tih Ampust and decided to donate funds to the Pred, Wood's honest fund.
West's Pictures presents a Thursday night program featuring Niagara rope making influenza Mahomedans at Home painless dentistry and a dramatic scene A Plucky Marathon Winner. The lineup highlights Wilbur Wright's aeroplane over Rome and includes other topical images and acts from West's Tales.
The Rev MW Lene Reelor of Dubbo who left six months ago for England for hik ledleh benefit is reportedly one way out again. The Bishop received a telegram stating he was quite well and hoped to arrive at Dubbo on August 61. The Aistep Jones for Urewarrina says Hayylot will stay at Dubbo on his return and be present at the welcome to Mr Len on death.
A first offender pleaded guilty to being drunk and disorderly in the street on July 20 and received 24 hours imprisonment or a fine of 20s. He also used profane language. Another first offender admitted to indecent conduct and was fined 20s or seven days in prison.
Cloudy conditions with light morning showers and no rain rest of day. Temperature minimum recorded at 34 degrees. Obituary for Dr Mills of Bathurst, longtime Bathurst Hospital resident secretary, died in Drummoyne aged about 70. Funeral held at Meld O Mars Cemetery with Masons service by Balmain Lodge.
A jumbled notice lists players for Veterans versus Combined football teams and hints at a charity event. It names numerous players, reveals an August date for a visit to Bathurst, and promotes eye care consulting rooms in Sydney with multiple executives cited.
A mid 19th century note reports MLA J Milley on heated district school space. Ministers approve one room fitted with a radiator with goal of efficient, healthy heat. Department of Public Works to consider necessary action.
Readers in Bathurst debate continuation schooling funding and equal access for all classes. A letter from M. G. Slade argues for low fees and inclusive education while criticizing higher charges for elites, urging community support and public fairness.
A reader criticizes pensioners for seeking easy payouts while acknowledging improved courtesy in the payout process. The writer notes prior hardships like long waits and limited hours and argues for fair treatment without overburdening pensioners, while acknowledging some blustering for money.
A Bathurst reader laments the death of a child aged about six while riding a bicycle near a dray horse team. The writer warns of dangerous street tricks by children and urges parental caution to avoid further accidents and possible driver punishment. The letter dates from July 1909 and refers to local traffic dangers.
A fragmentary letter to the Argus editor laments the current tone and expresses a call for sincerity and steady conduct, mentioning personal weariness and a desire for honest action rather than empty waves. The piece reflects early newspaper reader engagement in a terse, urgent voice.
At St James King Street parish dinner Acting Primate Bishop Bathurst defended the church amid boycott accusations. He praised services at St James and St Clement’s, urged unity among High Broad and Low church factions, and recalled Rev W J Care Smith’s work while noting ongoing church goodwill.
Sporting notes report turmoil in Caulfield with the Racing Club selling course improvements to cover debts. Jockey Robert Lewis sues for alleged slander by Mr Majiland at Flensington, while Rosehill and Canterbury race days loom. Institute meeting in Sydney reviews finances and re-elects officers despite disputes.
Florence May daughter of Mr. John Osborne wed Frederic Menzies of Charleton at Mrs. Juba Osborne’s residence. Rev. Brooks conducted the ceremony with R. Cooke as bridesmaid and Ceef Cooke as best man. The bride wore lavender grey satin with cream satin trimming and a gold brooch. Guests received rice and good wishes followed by a breakfast. The couple will reside at Rockley. The Gow Matinal Improvement Society held a debate on whether reward or fear best motivates mankind, with the vote favoring reward by one.
A general meeting at Rockley School of Arts confirmed the resignations of President H Neal and Secretary H H Hackney. Stevens was elected President and F Brooks Secretary. W G Todd and A Seatans were named Vice Presidents, with T K O Connor resigning from the committee. The meeting also reappointed officers for Ye Sahoo ot Avis, with M G Chiplin presiding.
The Holinton Parents and Citizens Association held a Monday night meeting in which President J. A. Stocks chaired. They discussed purchasing educational articles and writing to MLA J. Miller about needed school renovations and sanitation improvements to prevent disease, with the annual meeting in September and federal politics noted.
The seventeenth half yearly meeting of the C Y M Society met Thursday night with large attendance led by Rev Father Plonagay. Treasurer Mr W W Kelly read a favorable balance sheet and report noting donations of books magazines and bowls for indoor play. Officers elected include Patron His Lordship Dr Dunne President Tobin Meagher Vice Presidents parish clergy Masters Meagher Winter Carlen Kenny Hon Secretary John Fish Hon Treasurer W W Kelly Assistant secretary G Fortin editor G Morgan. Committees to be decided next Thursday evening.
The notice lists Sunday services across multiple churches including Church of England parishes in Kelso with Holy Trinity and Limekiln, and Methodist and Baptist venues at Bathurst Perthville and Wattle Flat. It notes various sermon times, Sunday school, and names of ministers such as Rev. He Woon and Rev. B. Wheen, with several locations and times, followed by a brief snow report from Telegraph about recent snowfall in the region.
News brief from Sydney reports James Ward age 21 pleaded guilty to a charge of something akin to failing a duty. Ward was brought in for sentencing as Bathurst gaol records show, with a judge stating the prisoner will never serve it again. The court emphasized no pageantry or delay in punishment.
Ann Lewis aged 75 of Balmain died after a fire started while she was making tea. Neighbors found her in distress as flames engulfed clothing and bedding. she died shortly after at the scene.
Sydney reports Sir John Quick, Postmaster General, began his first Sydney visit since a broad program at the department. He held interviews including talks with the Lord Mayor and officials on duties and transfers involving the Queen Victoria Markets, signaling ministerial discussions on departmental matters.
The Royal Commission report on harvesters and agricultural implements notes only one harvester was sold at below £05, while time payments carried interest from 10 to 85 percent. Wages were 48 per week with no overtime. selling costs and depreciation ranged 15 to 24 percent. A Sunshine Harvester cost £47 1s, with a public interest recommendation to appoint a body to curb exorbitant rates and safeguard consumers. Mr Sampson, in the minority, argues a duty of 12 would suffice.
The Billett party reports lode work at Werong with at 0 feet depth and 18 inch width showing silver and lead values. Hollumdal Party further down line expects promising results around 80 feet. J. O. Billett notes ore averaging 70 percent lead and high silver. Ruby Creek Syndicate reports a 250 foot drive toward a metalode, expected to reveal a phenomenal find within about 61 feet more. Werong area viewed as having a large future in mining.
Reports from London suggest a settlement of the Scotish coal dispute is expected today. Observers note yesterday’s exchanges were hopeful, with key figures includingWhitsto Chwwollil's presidency involved in the discussions.
Fragmented OCR note lists scattered market terms and place names from Sydney and global regions. Mentions include Copper, Prom Groentland, Matabeleland, Moorilleni, Samarkand, Berlin, India, and various unclear phrases. Context unclear, no coherent event or date emerges.
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