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Newspaper
Bathurst Daily Argus
Location
Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 24, 1909
Page
2
A retrospective critique of Australian politics argues Parliament shows elastic political conscience. It laments loss of individual voice and warns against party intrigue and concessions that undermine national policy. Strong leaders and public discernment are called for.
The piece argues Germany's naval rise and potential challenge to British sea supremacy. It notes pacific appearances, warns of alarm over armaments, and suggests a German dreadnought would boost British morale and deter conflict, reflecting wartime anxieties and defense prudence.
In a stirring call, Australia affirms loyalty to the Mother Country while acknowledging disappointment at Prime Minister Fisher’s stance. The piece argues for greater self reliance and defense capacity, noting four Australian citizens have offered to contribute £55,000 to the Dreadnought proposal.
Local forecast notes warm northerly winds with possible thunderstorms and showers on the north coast. Bathurst storekeepers' association agrees to close their establishments on Wednesday and Thursday afternoons, the second and third days of the show.
A flying pleura show under Mr Prank Scouts management will run at the School of Arts tonight and tomorrow. The event aims to entertain and educate about British Empire magic while promoting education and cinematography. Mr Sceats will donate ten events of rose receipts to children via the Parents and Citizens Association. Mrs Bobby Watson will perform each evening. Funeral details for Mr Gordon Purdon note his burial at O’Connell Plains beside his parents with Rev H Harris officiating and six local pallbearers.
A gramophone recital under Mr H. H Shear of the Gramophone Company showcased leading vocalists and instrumentalists of the day. Performances by Melba Caruso Patti Tetrazellini and others impressed listeners with clear, distinct recordings. The Monarch Senior tracing machine, handled by Mr Luckharet of Howick Street, served for the event.
Gibb and Beeman eye specialists from Sydney will return to Bathurst for a May visit at the Park Hotel. The visiting consultants are noted for night testing and will be available for eye trouble and adoption of glasses. They are well known in the field and plan regular Bathurst visits.
The Ernest Arc hey Company led by Bligdord Wright will open Monday night with A Path of Thorns at the Masonic Hall. Wright has earned a reputation for top entertainment during Show Week with a successful career spanning 16 years.
A busy week features Firaima A and other plays including The Christian Called to Arms Charley's Aunt and On Evil that Men Do. Welsh pony Little Jim praised by judge Soden, with stock imported by Rowse. Governor to lead anthem at schools with flags. ministerial arrangements in place.
The piece attacks Labor Premier Wisher for opposing ministerial elections by Parliament. It argues such elections would save the country, while noting Laborites see the move as a tradition to reclaim governance from “Mumbo-Iumboism.”
A charity concert at Mactaitis Park tonight supports the District Hospital. The programme includes Mozart pieces and Brahms selections, with performances by Sydney on April 1 and 5 for championships. The Superior Public School the Patrician Brothers Bathurat South Public School and Mr C G Bradley plus Miss Ada Ward volunteered.
A Bathurst judge J Bod en praised as one of the best horsefish judges in the State. The Society applauds Mr Sedell for his judging at the lorsection. The capable judge’s decisions satisfied all, and Soden noted the Gulgeng Show’s excellence and district potential. He is eager to be sought after by major shows in the State including Sydney’s Raster Show.
Tair Dinkum notes Bathurst farmers and surrounding districts face pressure from Tabor Party proposals to separate agricultural laborers from the Wagon Hoard System. The prospect of hourly pay and holiday allowances concerns master farmers as AWU moves to organize workers. The piece argues tariffs may protect crops but won’t raise farmers' wages, given no higher returns for wheat or hay.
The Bathurst Golf Club held its annual meeting at the Club House with Mr J MecPhillamy presiding. Reports and balance sheet were presented and officers elected: Patron I Lassetter president J MecPhillamy captain C McPhillamy treasurer Dr Busby secretary F J Brownlow and a committee including H W Weigall G Thompson W Scott G Rutherford G H Lee Dr Moore and Dr Robertson. Opening day play set for April 17.
The Sydney scene reports a naval crisis discussion at a governor’s dinner where A A Dangar and others publicly pledged substantial funds to Britain for a Dreadnought. Mrs Walter Hall and W I Buchanan joined in offering, with Dangar hinting a £10,000 contribution and Dixon pledging £5,000.
The Melbourne public calls for direct federal action to supply a Dreadnought to Britain. New Zealand’s offer sparks loyalty and patriotism, with financial experts saying Australia could fund two ships from London at low interest and store funds to erase the loan in 400 years. Public bodies and stock exchanges back immediate government steps.
Prime Minister Fisher responded to NSW Premier Wade's claim that Fisher supported a political lull. He accused Wade of delaying action and warned against using public uproar for party gain. Fisher argued the government maintains a steady policy and denies backing a mere political fable about a Dreadnought issue.
Melbourne Tuesday Attorney General Mr W W Hughes said ships are not built in a day and an offer of a definite sum or of assistance must match available resources. He warned translating the offer into Dreadnought terms could mislead public sentiment in Britain and Germany.
London reports fear of British naval decline with calls to raise 1,600,000 world trained Territorials. The Ball Mall Gazette notes New Zealand offers a Dreadnought and a second ship if needed to boost national defense. The Standard describes a national naval campaign under the Naval League and Imperial Marine League to counter German Sea supremacy.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate Germany launched the new cruiser Von der Tann. The brief item includes garbled dates and details, with limited readable facts about the vessel and its launch.
The report notes rising naval policy support in Sydney and Australia as overseas dominions urged to contribute dreadnoughts. Admiral Bowden Smith calls eight dreadnoughts indispensable while debates in Sydney praise the nation’s example and Sir Harry Rawson attends a farewell banquet. A Bristol mayor backs Navy League talks amid political contention.
An accident at Bathurst yards yesterday left workman Tirneat Smith of Pearlth hospitalized for about two weeks with rib and chest injuries after becoming jammed between a coupling gear and a truck. The slow engine movement prevented worse harm and doctors expect a full recovery.
Sixty eight trucks of produce were offered by auction at Central Railway Yards today. forty five found purchasers. Milling wheat and oats featured with various prices. Barns, lucerne chaff, straw, and potatoes also traded. Bathurst stock sale reports list cattle and sheep prices, with prime beef and store cattle noted alongside sheep quotations and lambs.
The Blayney A H and P Association annual exhibition drew strong entries with record participation in poultry cattle and produce. Bathurst entrants dominated poultry and canaries while Bathurst Farm display showcased diverse fruits vegetables and grains with several trophies awarded to Pollard Granlage Littlewood and Dutton entries. The event featured extensive exhibits in the produce pavilion and planned official opening by Hon. W. A. Waddell with the Bathurst train timetable and judging underway.
Auction notes list include Best Cow Waters Three Dairy Ry Stinson stallions and mares. Entries mention yearlings and foals, draught horses and ponies, with buyers Mendham Glasson and H. Cantray. Multiple names appear in scattered listings reflecting a rural sale catalog.
A correspondence urging a large body of Liberal men and women to form a permanent league to protect political and social interests. Proposes district branches, central control, and funded by donations to build a strong national Liberal organization. Ends with Dr Shaldon’s New Discovery advertisement.
Cardinal Moran remarks on the gaya scare praising support for a navy for Australia while dismissing the proposal as fanaticism and fear driven by hysteria. He warns such talk disrupts public order and undermines steady policy.
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