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Newspaper
Bathurst Daily Argus
Location
Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 04, 1909
Page
2
In ever loving memory of our dear Father and Grandfather Dane Parker who died March 4 1905 aged 74 years Inserted by his loving daughter and son in law and grandchildren
The Bathurst issue erupts over a minimum wage plan. The Advocate condemns Mr Miller for backing 68 or 44 shillings, while the writer accuses the contemporary of heartless politics and demands action to aid workers as headlines lament wage hardship and the four shillings weekly gap.
A fragment discusses thrift as a luxury for the rich and questions the ability of a poorer man to afford home, education, and family security. The passage cites an Advocate TM and critiques the idea with remarks on modesty and contemporary trends, noting media hesitance to endorse such views.
Weather update for the 24 hours to 9 am reports rainfall in various towns with general forecast of cloudy warm and possible showers and thunder on highlands. A clearance sale of high glass wicker and lush furniture by AL Low and Co is announced to be held at their sale rooms today with no reserve.
Special attention is drawn to the appearance of Mr. H. H. Roberts and Magegle Moore at the School of Arts Mall on Monday night in The Prince Chap. The pits will be presented by a first-class company.
The Court will resume business this morning at 9 o'clock with His Honor hoping concerned Bathurst residents will attend. Earlier remarks suggested Bathurst people did not seem eager to appear for the session.
Acting Secretary A H New sham received a wire from Mr Miller stating the Premier will attend the Bathurst Show opening in March. Tenders for catering the banquet and luncheon are opened. Mrs B Richardson of Granville is awarded the contract.
Last night at the Cornell meeting there was no quorum when the Mayor took his seat and directed the quorum bell to be rung. This marks the first time this procedure has been followed.
EGLINTON SUNDAY SCHOOL enjoyed a large turnout of children yesterday for the annual outing. Afternoon tea was served at the Public School shelter sheds with many ladies assisting the young folk and Archdeacon Qakea attended the event.
The Bishop of Bathurst inducts Rev. F. J. Harris as rector and Mr. Robertson as warden at O Connell. He is joined by two chaplains the Archdeacon and the Rural Dean of Bathurst for the service led by the Bishop. The event marks the start of their new positions.
The court yesterday spent much time on testimony the author deems unfit for publication. Chief witnesses were children and the gallery, filled with young people, heard a stern judge rebuke the lapse in decorum as the trial progressed.
The Turon Shire Council on Tuesday considered the resignation of Councillor J. J. Sullivan from the Finance Committee. The President voiced regret, and Sullivan outlined objections to procedure while withdrawing. The council accepted the resignation by motion.
In the Bathuret Land District a 2000 acre tract in Parish Turon, County Rochurgh is open for original conditional allocation and conditional lease under the 1905 act. Price 4d per acre, available 20 April 1909. Objections about mining interference should contact Mr John Miller MAGA.
Mahach 2 sessions heard multiple cases including James Denmead and Barney Vincent pleading guilty to breaking and entering with sentences of six months hard labor at Goulburn Goal. Willan Barnett’s sentence suspended on good behavior for 13 months with surety. William Peet charged with assaulting Herbert Lewis Henry. witnesses testified to a confrontation at Trunkey and a billiard room dispute. Verdict: guilty with mercy recommended. another charge of assault on a girl in Grenfell found not guilty.
Sydney buyers kept activity lively on Wednesday while prices remained firm. reports show a rise of 2 60 per ton for certain goods. The day featured broad movement across commodities including flour, bran, pollard, oats, butter, cheese, eggs, and dairy products with varied quotations and widespread denoting of quality levels and regional origins.
Twenty six trucks of produce offered by auctioneers at Central railway yards. Eleven of the lots failed to sell. Chaffs Choice priced at 45 8d, Lucerne Hay and other feeds quoted. Wheat firm with prime chick feed at 4s 2¾d. Inferior potatoes ranged 25 84 to 73 gd. Prime brown Spanish onions around 63.90.
Messrs Harrison Jones and Devlin offered 662 bales led by a Home Burn TJE Queensland clip from Charleville district at prices up to red per lb. Other lots were keenly contested as late ruling rates held firm and total sales reached 1455 bales.
The Turon Shire Council held its monthly meeting with Councillors Suttor Crossley Sullivan Lodge and Wark present. The Works Department flagged omissions in asset accounts from the Hi Tnd Municipality and discussed pandering to reserves and licenses while delays on Thompson’s Hill Deviation and the Wattle Farm sanitary services were noted.
An inspector arrived to inspect the location following a shooting at Harlan. Law enforcement and forensics coordinated a detailed review of the scene and surrounding area.
Advice from Mr Nu Podmore to the Turon Shire Council highlights a breach of the Public Health Act. The letter notes a diphtheria case traveling by train from Stoney Creek with a parent accompanying the child, prompting concerns over notification and safety measures.
Mr Moulder letters the Bathurst P P Board chair about a veterinary report crediting Mr Sullivan with allegations. He argues the board must remedy alleged misstatements and cites his prior magistrate activity and actions against defendants. The piece notes contested claims over representation of residents and disputed attributions to him.
Ten members of the civilian rifle club visited the range yesterday. D Terry led a strong 500 and 600 yard showing with a 1 at 500 and a good outing at 600. Afternoon conditions favored steady shooters as Carpenter led with a top score, while A Stubbs, A Byatt and B Ward posted solid 33s, and Willian and Warburton counted several near misses.
An old advertisement promotes Dresy Sheldon’s Magiatic Giniment as a remedy for pain and stiffness. The notice lists suppliers at Moeller Dros on George Street Bathurst and locations including Morgan Burraga.
The Bathorse School of Arts lists new books added to the Lending Library including Midsummer Day's Dream by H B M Watson Soma Irish Matterdays by Bouier ville and Roks0 S Witel's Gold by Hy Gailina Captain Degmond V C and rive Great Aimulet by Mand Diver The Allusterous O Hagan by Tustin McCarthy Young Ma from Albanesti Le Dl in Ann Boyd by Wy Farben Watchers at the Pitas Gallum ca See new drone seekers Nesbit The Flyers by B McQuirebon
Advertisement claims TL can be steadily cured by Dr Shaldon's New Discovery priced at 1/6 and 4 per bottle. Located at Mockier Brow Georgestreet Bathurst by Morgan Bumagan.
A fragmentary report discusses the death of Thomas Wrheetgy by self inflicted gunshot at the Empire Hotel after a failed attempt to shoot Miss Venus. Principal witness Miss Venus testifies over months of hope for an end to the case as a dispute led to her leaving her position. A verdict of steady way retried is cited.
The City Coroner concluded the inquiry into the death of desig McIntosh who died from nicotine poisoning. Evidence showed the deceased had a mouthful of tobacco and a cigar portion was found swallowed or chewed, leaving the cause as a deadly poison administered but by whom remains unclear.
The trial centers on Nellie Dusty’s murder. Witnesses recount a confession alleged to be coerced, while the prisoner Billy Wilson denies guilt, claiming bloodstains came from other clothes as the Crown presents its case and the defense contests the confession.
Sydney reports Horace Donald Sholda a 10 year old of Petersham drowned after jumping into harbour water during a school outing to Clifton Garden. A master supervised the group but Sholda vanished beneath the water as rescuers attempted to save him. efforts to revive him failed.
A building collapse in Forbes yesterday left Hubert Harvey fatally injured as a tree fell. Harvey died today from injuries sustained in the incident.
In Sydney, during a Bankruptcy Court hearing, cabinet maker Jet Lem admitted losing 295 pounds in a single day while trying to raise funds to pay his creditors. The session focused on his financial collapse and attempted remedies.
A Goulburn resident, Mrs. P. G. Aull, was struck by lightning during a noon storm. She fell unconscious and suffered partial paralysis, with observers noting the event on the vertical of her residence.
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