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Newspaper
Bunbury Herald
Location
Bunbury, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 16, 1907
Page
3
London reports a 10 percent surcharge on existing passenger fares from August 13 by key steamship companies including Peninsula Oriental Meanageries Maritima Nordentacher Lloyd Orient Canadian Pacific Land Federal and Aberdeen. Providers cite sharp coal and supply price hikes as the reason for the rise.
London reports Wall Street unsettled as markets reel from the Pope cycle and motor manufacturing sector collapse. A registered capital of four million is cited, with the failure attributed to a violent stock selloff.
The death is announced of Dr J Joachim, eminent folklorist and composer, in London aged 76. Belfast flax spinners receive a fortnight’s notice affecting 30,000 workers as disruption in trade persists amid curriers’ strike pressure on employers.
After an overnight stormy session the Deceased Wife's Sister Bill moves through stages in the House as lawmakers debate its provisions and potential implications for family law reform.
A commission was appointed to investigate the administration of the Siberian railway after the discovery of embezzlements totaling 1,200,000 sterling. The note also mentions affairs in Morocco as context.
Refugees arriving at Gibraltar from Morocco strain local authorities as a French destroyer is dispatched to Larache near Tangier to reassure European residents. French papers criticize orders to Spanish troops, sparking tension with Drades command.
A series of dynamite factory explosions at Doemity Germany leveled the building and forced evacuations. All windows were shattered and about 80 people were injured with fears of additional deaths as further blasts continued to hamper access. The area remained unsafe.
Captain Collins in London says a cable to Australia on the ninth asserted that Commander Colquhoun invited tenders for eight destroyers and four first-class torpedoes for the Australian navy. The note originated from Colquhoun and Chief Engineer Clarkson seeking confidential cost estimates while abroad.
The Health Inspector Mr Walters responds to criticism over a police style raid on Bunbury bakeries. He cites five bakeries visited at 6:30 to 8 am, weighing over 600 loaves, and argues action was necessary to prevent evidence loss and ensure fair, impartial enforcement. He rejects claims of boisterous conduct and defends public duty and integrity amid press scrutiny.
Badly fitting glasses harm sight says A C Cook watchmaker and jeweller. He has designed interchangeable lenses and frames to test and fit suitable glasses, aiming to improve and preserve eye health. Call for testing and replacements at his shop in Stephen Street, Baubury.
Advert reads Woods Great Peppermint Cure priced at 1s 6d. The brief notice markets the remedy as a treatment for coughs and colds, typical of period medicinal ads.
A fragmentary 19th century letter laments Bunbury’s delay in dredging King’s Bay and saving harbor channels. It scorns inaction while graders claim orders, accusing authorities of diverting funds and urging timely completion to aid shipping and local interests.
A creditor letter questions the ownership and management of the Co-op Bakery and alleges directors neglect duty and breach of the Companies Act. The writer notes Mr A Pcheikowsky resumed the business and seeks disclosure, urging creditors to meet and consider joint action to recover debts.
Sporting Notes preview the postponed Souths versus Railways football clash seen as a top contest this season. Railways fields Naylor Duff Gerrans Graham Haskes Edwards Anderson Marshall Clifford Willey Whitey Jones Cochran Livingstone Kideon Testo Emergen Baird Burns Stevens Boor Kenny, while Emergencies D Edwards White B Hislop Guerrans C Richsideon Rideon. a strong local lineup is listed alongside a separate Sunday match with Coalfiields.
The Bosses o the Barn Band outline their craft noting the inner parts form the foundation, with steady emphasis on clean, high quality accompaniment. They stress experienced players in the inner sections and long tenure, while soloists are supported by subordinate instruments to cover any flaws. The band values sustained blowing and full tone, led by A Owen, with most members being Lancashire natives and lengthy service.
Alberta Zilman along with band members discuss the secret of their ensemble. They emphasize absolute individual control within cohesive balance, constant rehearsal, a skilled conductor, and a shared esprit de corps. The piece analyzes tone, instrument variety, and the benefits of uniform equipment for true brass-band unity.
Sunday August 18 1907 church services across Pro Cathedral Donnybrook and surrounding parishes include holy communion morning prayer and evening prayers at multiple venues Anglican Methodist Congregational and Salvation Army offerings with lay readers and hymns, including a mission at Donnybrook and a Bible address for children. The schedule lists times and speakers such as Bishop and Rev J Pillar along with various locations: Wellington Mill, South Bunbury and Capel areas, plus instances of baptisms and singing.
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