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Newspaper
Bathurst Daily Argus
Location
Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 15, 1909
Page
3
London reports that a British cruiser Flora is on watch over a German steamer from Canton bound for an unknown destination. Dispatch notes Germany plans to seize an island in the Pacific and convert it into a naval base with supplies and ammunition aboard.
London reports the 1909 1910 naval allocations total 225 142 700 a rise of 22 823 000 from the prior year New construction amounts to 8 885 194 with 6 590 424 for ships already under construction and 2 285 000 for the new programme The plan includes four dreadnoughts six protected cruisers 20 destroyers and submarines The government seeks Parliament authority to start four more large armoured ships to begin 1 April 1920 and finish by March 1912 A memorandum from the First Lord Mr Mackenzie notes 60 000 for airships and 60 000 for new submarines Current year activity lists three battleships four Invincibles two destroyers seventeen first class torpedo boats and seven submarines to be completed Beginning 1 April 1910 six battleships one armoured two unarmoured five protected cruisers twenty five destroyers six torpedo boats and submarine wings will commence.
A London court report notes The People newspaper apologised and paid 1000 pounds damages to Lloyd George over an allegation he paid funds to avoid divorce. The judge and Mr. Lloyd George stated there was no foundation. the case drew long public attention and the minister acted with moderation. Also mentions boxing promoter Hugh D. McIntosh discussing a possible Jeffries Johnson rematch with venues suggested in England France or Australia.
The magistrate in London dismissed the summons against Horatio Bottomley MLD and several others in the Joint Stock Trust and Finance Corporation and the Selected Gold Mines of Australia case, ruling no jury would convict Bottomley.
The London Chamber of Commerce resolves that colonial preferences aid British manufacturers and warns that any retreat would harm trade. Also noted: a 5 percent wage reduction in England and North Wales, and the death of Right Honorable Oakley Arnold Foster MP, former War Secretary. A Glasgow shipowners’ meeting rejects McCarthy’s plan for an international tonnage scheme. Additional notes mention cricket representation in New South Wales and injuries in Sydney from Ro ntzen rays.
Sir Harry Rawson attended the Commercial Travellers Club in Sydney where a gold mounted walking stick, a duplicate of a royal gift to Queen Victoria, was presented. The handle features a dugong tusk mounting and the State Coat of Arms, Rawson crest, and Commercial Travellers’ Association monogram.
Fire struck the local post office in Gunnedah on Saturday around 3 o clock this morning destroying a portion of the mail. The mail bag left from the 1.30 train was believed to have come into contact with the fire used for melting wax. Losses were confined to the parcels post though invoices were burnt making exact parcels lost uncertain. The building sustained only slight damage.
Senator Pearce announced a joint tender won by Denny and Fish from Dumbarton for two river class destroyers at 81 500 pounds each with armament. A third vessel’s materials would cost 72 000 pounds to assemble in Australia. Delivery in England within 12 months, first ship ready in 14, second a month later. Professor Byler to supervise. The Commonwealth may urge New South Wales to assemble the third vessel unless a federal yard is used.
A critical notice warns against Sanders and Sons Pure Volatile Eucalypt Extracts touting superior quality. It cites misuse, deception, and a court-tested finding that the genuine extract is misrepresented by competitors and dangerous when misused.
Eleven Civilian Rifle Club members practiced at the gao yards range on Saturday under tricky wind. J C Webbowill led with 62 of 15 shots, followed by M Pryce within one point. Volunteers shot at 500 and 600 yards, Dryden achieving 32 of 35 with the best individual score mentioned.
William King, a notorious convict, caused smoke in a Pentridge cell as flames burned blankets and furniture. He lay semi conscious before being removed to a straight jacket and refused to explain the fire. King, jailed for burglary with violence, received additional solitary confinement and a three week term after a visiting magistrate sat.
The yacht Merrie England arrived at Island yesterday with news of the total loss of the ketch Mikey at Yar Island. The ship carried 20 Papuan boys, the cargo and valuables were saved, and an Italian lunatic who escaped remains at large on the island.
A four month old infant was found abandoned on the doorstep of Mr. Harry Carter undertaker in Waverley last night. Police were notified and the child is in protective custody. No further details were provided.
A body washed ashore at Bondi Beach was taken to the morgue and later identified as F H Laing a 35 year old married man who had been seen surf bathing at Bronte this morning about three miles from Bondi Mirelesapy
A six man fishing trip off Kurnell capsized in a squall around 1 am. Bert Martin of North Botany disappeared after clinging to the hull. the others were saved. The body remains unrecovered.
A plague outbreak hits the Weare flour mill family with Joseph Weare dying after his brother succumbed recently. The premises had been quarantined amid the epidemic. An advertisement promotes Dr Sheldon’s new cough and consumption remedy at Mockler Bros in Bathurst.
The Western Medical Association held a meeting at the Wellington School of Arts on Wednesday with Dr. Wilson chairing. Officers were elected for the year including President Dr. Bushy and Secretary Dr Cribb, while debate covered lodge incomes, a new operating theatre plan, and a paper by Dr. Graham on European clinical experiences.
A tram struck a woman in Crown street at 10 30 last night fracturing her skull and she died this afternoon. George Thompson injured by a fall from a train at Sydenham Friday night died tonight. In Narromine the death of Mr G Knox in a well prompted subscriptions for his widow with £100 already received and further generous donations noted. Farmers plan to harvest and market Mrs Knoxs crop to support the family. Miss Nellie Stewart notes many Australian actors gain London stage fame. Means HW A Barnard optical services set a Bathurst Park Hotel event March 23 for eye care consultations.
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