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Newspaper

Bathurst Daily Argus

Location

Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Mar 03, 1909

Page

3

Central Mine Union Tension Sparks Bold Hostility

In Broken Hill workers at the Central mine faced pressure as unionists demanded loyalty cards from non members. A meeting decided to warn management that if workers refused to join or be removed, union actions would disrupt operations within four hours. Manager Jebuard reported to the combined unions on the dispute.

Broken Hill Central Mine AMA School of Mine Stumen Eenae Jebuard Tae Weittert Maine

Griffiths Observation The Unionists Methods

Artur Griffiths, who arrived from the Barrier today, observed that the men at the Barrier realized salvation lay in constitutional methods and disciplined union leagues, not barbaric outside methods. The piece criticizes the Metropolitan press for backing such barbarous tactics.

Sydney Luceiay Artur Griffiths

Lock Out at Singleton Over Eight-Hour Day Demand

Miners at Bis's Creek near Singleton were locked out this morning affecting 60 men. Nine hours’ work daily had existed for years, but since the Federation formed four months ago the men petitioned for the eight-hour regulation. The manager could not grant it, and the men announced they would work eight hours henceforth.

Singleton Bis’s Creek Existenes Banki

Extraordinary Burglary Career Of Young Franky Lawrence

A Sydney court heard the extraordinary burglary career of Franky Lawrence. The a young man employed at a boot factory by day and burgling at night pleaded guilty to 16 charges. He was unmarried and earned about £2 5s weekly and faced an extended sentence.

Sydney Franky Lawrence Darlinghurst

Hilly Wilson on Trial in Queensland Murder Case

In Townsville Queensland today Billy Wilson an Aboriginal man stands trial for the murder of Miss Duffy at Garpentaria Downs station. The prosecuting counsel opened the case with a lengthy address occupying the entire morning and the proceedings continue.

Hilly Wilson Aylisbane Townsville Queensland Billy Wilson Miss Duffy Garpentaria Downs Station

Forest Ball wrecked near Cape Maria van Diemen

All hands survived after the Forest Ball drove ashore in a calm stretch of coast south of Cape Maria van Diemen on Saturday night. Captain Collins reports the ship struck the beach at 7 10 in the morning and soon began to break up as heavy seas swept the vessel.

Uckland Forest Ball

Empire Hotel Tragedy Witness Reveals Motive

A key witness, a man who sought to buy Wheeler’s business, says Wheeler planned to sell after claiming his wife deserted him and he wished to leave the country. Police secured the witness amid the Empire Hotel case in Sydney on Tuesday.

Sydney Wheeler

Melba in Melbourne Arrives Amidchaos at Station

Madame Melba arrived in Melbourne by the Adelaide Express. A large crowd gathered at the station yard for a welcome with the Conservatorium Women's Choir. The late train and lack of arrangements sparked chaos as police and constables protected the singer.

Melbourne Madame Melba Adelaide Express Conservatorium Women’s Australia Hotel Melba

Minister Praises Shires At Annual Conference

The Minister for Works addressed the Shires Association conference and congratulated the shires on their work across the state. He pledged support to local government and said he would align finances to aid the shires, pursuing act reforms to fix anomalies and boost local governance success.

Quatey Shires Association

Severe storm damages Goulburn rail, gardens

A very severe storm struck Goulburn on Tuesday night washing away part of the railway and causing extensive damage to fruit gardens and surrounding property along the Mulwaree River. No injuries reported. Local authorities assess aftermath and inspect affected lines and farms.

Goulburn Mulwaree

Thorn Defeats King for Australian Featherweight Title

Melbourne report says Harry Thorn beat King on points to claim the featherweight championship of Australia at Melbourne last night.

Melbourne Harry Thorn King Australia

Westport Fire Sparks Water Flood Attempt

Auckland on Tuesday reports efforts to extinguish the Westport fire by flooding the area with water. It is feared the water supply may run out before the blaze is controlled.

Westport Auckland

Market Prices in Sydney Tuesday Produce Sale Declines

Central Railway Yards offered twenty five produce tricks with milling wheat at 45 4d and prime chickwheat at 45 2d. Chaff was firm and hay values eased with high quality bales selling at 3s 9d and medium at 35 to 38d per bale.

N.S. W Victorian Lucerne Hunter Ducon Biel Southert Railwiy Init Sydney Central Choice Lycee

The Genuine Sander and Sons Eucalyptus Extract Claim

A Victorian court and medical authorities confirm the safety and superiority of Sander and Sons Pure Volatile Eucalyptus Extract over rival centratus products. Tests and sworn testimony rebut deceptive preparations that caused irritation and injury, reaffirming the extract’s proven quality and efficacy.

Sander & Sons Santier Supreme Court of Victoria Weumerané Sander and Sons F. Hearne

Orange Jockey Club meeting opens amid unsettled conditions

The Orange Jockey Club opened amid threatening weather and light attendance though paddock receipts neared £100. Mill edged wins for J. O Connor with Bathurst trainer Ingersole taking two seconds. Results list multiple races with close finishes and a £2 fine for Sir Bedevere’s late scratching. weather forecast hints at stronger turnout today if conditions improve.

G. Ingersole H. Piper J. O'Connor Batinest Renly Bedevere Lewler M.K Clancy Ty Ji Young Locubar Kuh O.m Parkinson Ben Buckley Walker Combine Melyra Strina Blue Cap Marvel Lawn Keen Blu Sir Bedivere Lee W. Gibb Derowle Mitchell Huntress Prospector St. Etienne Kleler dJinnie Tavlit Proof Millionatra V. Derowle Hanid Sir Beilivere M. J. Buros McHugh Bradshaw H. C Betis Marile Wills la Patrie Cletis J. Ayers St. ‘Louis Pratt RG. Glimour Blumine Lightfoot Len. Smith Lady Love Life Oat Slaine Ijerowic Skopore Bet‘ings Louis Red el J. Ingersole St. Eitienne J. Clarke McEhugh

Methodist Conference Alters Bathurst Circuit Posts

In the Bathurst Circuit second reading of stations several appointments were altered. Bathurst B J Meek Harold Wheen Orange J G Martin Mudgee B Lane Rylstone A E Walker Dubbo Narromine Francis J Curwood KR Staines Narromine Cobar C E Goodbehere Bourke H J Polkinghorne to visit twice quarterly and Nymagee H T M Gow an.

Bathurst

Country Show Committee Sets Date and Funding

A full committee meeting revealed a 50 pound credit from the Department of Agriculture and acceptance of the Oberon Band for the show’s second day. Plans include inviting Mr Carr MP to attend the official opening as details are finalized. Rain has boosted grass growth and winter feed prospects.

Department of Agriculture Oberon Band Carr

Rainfall and Weather Report From Burraga

The correspondence notes 7.79 inches of rainfall and heavy snowfalls up to about 12 inches. A recent spell shows about 143 points of precipitation with continued showers. January rainfall reached 7.19 inches and February 2.75 inches as Burraga gains green cover and winter feed. a local movement seeks guarantees to establish a doctor, with committees formed and collectors named, but offers of guarantees are not yet received.

Irish Old Age Pensions Debates Raise Fraud Concerns

In Commons debate on the supplementary pension estimate, Arthur Fell cites 177000 pensions granted in Ireland with 31000 claims outstanding. Lloyd George defends forecasts, notes possible underclaims in Ireland and age issues. Mc Balfour accuses fraud tendency, Irish members challenge census and departmental inquiry.

London House of Commons Arthur Fell Ireland Lloyd George Exchequer New Zealand Mc Balfour

Navy home fleet undermanned delays in naval estimates

London March 1 The Standard reports the Home Fleet cruise commencement is delayed for a week due to manpower shortages. Proponents of Asquith push ahead with shipbuilding plans but favor slowing if Germany speeds up construction.

London

Viscount Morley Faces Indian Council Controversy

The Spectator reports Viscount Morley risks alienating Mohammedans by adding a native to the Viceroy's Council, while Indian princes fear disruption. Elsewhere, Russia and Serva tensions rise amid war fever, and Australia opposes new International Copyright terms as Defence votes and emigration grants dominate political dispatches.

London The Spectator Viscount Morley India T&e Mahammedans Russia Serva Porte Aervia Wenpydon International’ Copyright Contéience Ratralta Australis Can International Union Foxfarshire John Burnthing Collins Woetham New `Eland Australia

Rifle Meeting Smoothly Settled After Defence Approval

The threatened hitch with the Western Rifle Association meeting was averted. Yesterday the Minister for Defence approved payment of £200 for the buildings to the Association.

Western Rifle Association Defence

Drowned Child in Water Tank Shocks Sydney Community

A two year old daughter of John Krenehen of Cootamundra fell into a water tank today and drowned. The report urges preparations for harsh weather and cold seasons and promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy, noting it is sold by Le Higley and Co.

Sydney John] Krenehan Cootamundra le Higley and Co

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