Labor party interest in Bunbury campaign
A messy report details Labor leaders directing support for Thomas in Bunbury and whispering of Wilson as possible custodian in Sussex. It notes Thomas’s four years in Bunbury as an energetic public worker and hints at party interests influencing candidacies, with broader implications for state politics and campaign dynamics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. L. Thomas
Huntury
Labor Party
Spoone
Frank Wilson
Eamurer
Sussex
Thomas
Bun‘bury
Boar
Bun Fury
Thawns
Thomas Haw
Walsot
Panroe
Fir Kaid Indy
Richardan
Labor Nowview
Sobiaco
Asmalepinlator
Bazehes
Boyanup Notes Meeting Aids Pasteboard Fusion Event
Friday's gathering at the depot hosted by the Ladies Guild featured a fusion craft activity monthly with the aim to remedy dull evenings. Mrs Ruswonr's residence provided the venue as Miss WW Eculestons and Mr Jas Esclostony announced principal prizes for Reclratons while Ivy Wilkinson and Master presided over the refreshments and hosting duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thuy
Ruswonr
A Byrcercraticurr
WW. Eculestons
Jas
Simmons
Greenbushes Notes Evening Entertainment Feature
A Monday affair in Greenbushes presented young performers from India styled acts in a lively program. Miss Jorn McViewer led the Daily and Miss Hile Fecitating impressed with a dramatic recitation. The Amateur Bidee troupe concluded with tableaux and a graceful finale, while tea or coffee was served and the audience praised the orderly execution. The program, staged at the Geouabushon church, drew about 210 attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maida
Jorn McViewr
Snc
Amonesia Waseleg
Aten Vlirance
Bloodhound Tracks Liverpool Murder Suspect to Station
A bloodhound hired to trace the killer of young Madge Kelly in Liverpool followed a scent to the railway station platforms before it ended. Authorities believe the murderer departed the city last night on an excursion train bound for Birmingham.
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Landen
Madge Kelly
Liverpool
King Nines
Henea
Birmingham
Harvey Show Promoted Citrus Sooty Exhibition Attendance Low
The Harvey Citrus Society promoted a Harvey Show yesterday in which weather delays and a difficult judging of Washington navels and Valencia oranges affected attendance. Despite poor conditions a large crowd gathered at Livelu with strong displays in fruit and vegetables. Notable exhibitors included Mr BR. Cawon of Mundisons and Mr L. Owen of Acwmdale with many premium awards listed, while key figures in government and local committees praised efforts amid the weather challenges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harvey
Aldrwita
Washington
Orangen
Fms
Livelu
Ahepe
Amrimethie
BR. Cawon
Mundisons
Wy L. Owen
Acwmdale
Luncheon and deputation on drainage costs dispute
A deputation from the Drainage Board met the Minister to press for a grant to cover excess costs. They argued for a subsidy while noting land values and farm conditions. The Minister agreed to inspect the situation and consider a special grant, with a luncheon hosted by Mr. Briss and attendance by several MPs and officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daisar Atil Becher
Willow
China
Suvurel
Territorial army scheme meets universal training call
London August 18 reports commentary on Mr Taldane's territorial army plan. The Spectator argues it humiliates the State to compel employers to release workers and urges a universal training system for all.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Taldane
Territorial Army
Spectator
Wheelle
Eagle
Outrage in Cairo as tramcars attacked at midnight
London reports a band of ruffians armed with Ludgeons raided two tramcars in Cairo at midnight injuring and robbing many passengers. Local authorities vow investigations and heightened patrols.
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London
Cairo
English Channel Swim Attempt Ends Short Near France
Burgess and Bougain failed in a Channel swim attempt. They were in the water about 20 hours and within a mile of the French coast when an adverse tide forced them to abandon the effort.
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T. Bougain
American Athletes at the Stadium Controversy
The Daily Mail reports President Roosevelt rejects British antipathy claims against American Olympic athletes at the Stadium. He says he will personally examine the matter when the athletes visit him, expressing no sympathy for the accusation and noting no anti Yankee sentiment observed.
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Daily Mail
Roosevelt
Jer
Otaki Turbine Steamer Launched by New Zealand Shipping
The Australasian Trade reports the New Zealand Shipping Company's turbine steamer Otaki was launched at Dumbarton yesterday, marking a new advance in their merchant fleet.
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London
New Zealand Shipping Company
Otaki
Dumbartom
Queensland Premier secures long lease for London offices
Australian offices in London report Premier Kidston has secured a 35 year lease of Gattin Marble Halls for Queensland state offices in London. He is negotiating a connection with the Torres Straits mail service, with the first tender deemed too high.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Kidston
Queensland
Irish Official Killed in Dublin Jaunting Car Accident
Mr Ennis the newly appointed assistant Under-Secretary for Ireland was thrown from a jaunting car in Dublin yesterday and killed. The incident marks a fatal accident involving a high-ranking government official in Ireland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Ennis
Ireland
Dublin
Tydlesley’s 243 Runs Shines for Lancashire in Key Hit
In Lancashire versus Leicestershire, Tydlesley delivered an outstanding 243 runs in a single innings. The report notes a remarkable cricketing achievement amid mentions of the Congress of European Baptists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Lancashire
Leicester
Tydlesley
Dr Clifford Presides At Berlin Baptist Congress
London reports Dr Clifford presides at the Congress of European Baptists to open in Berlin on August 11 with no fewer than 500 delegates from Great Britain expected to attend.
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London
Clifford
Baptist World’ Allisnes
Congress of European Baptists
Berlin
Great Britain
Correspondence on Personal Attacks and Public Debate in 1908
A letter from Waldaser Naln dated August 17 1908 criticizes a hostile correspondent for personal attacks. The writer refuses to answer charges but offers a guinea to a local hospital if the rival accepts debate terms. He challenges the opponent to produce forty lines proving his point and hints at supporting a new candidate if the mothers’ arguments fail.
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Leausi
Ananias
Toni Popper
Voura
Wtey
Wildtaser
Nalin
Dardanio
Troubled Mills and Coercive Co Op Plans Unfold
A provocative address targets worker unity amid a looming timber strike and alleged coercive tactics. The piece names Leon Dale Smith Holman and A J Wilson as central figures in a threatened cooperative push, warns of upheaval across production, and hints at labor tensions within a mill community. Newspaper notices advertise fabric prices and local shops, including Comich's drapery and A C Cook optical services in Bunbury.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beopr
Tariniié Eources
Kauen
Averga
Egypt
Holman
Hassesdale
Cndl
Dan
Tensile Smith
Op- Pressyil
Nobdy
Hitself
Tessdala
A. J
Bridgetown Notes Show Local Builds And A Poised Election
A Bridgetown report notes several building additions including an extension to Mecallion Institute and improvements to Scott's Motel. A private detective is hired to identify who poisoned valuable dogs on the Bridgetown to Troonhasles road amid ongoing local concerns. A Mechanics Tashitula meeting in Nilault district forms a 22 member committee to canvass for Hivtgiet election support, chaired by H Dougl and with Read as secretary. Also mentions new address changes and a Meads Studio ad offering purses, panels, and enlargements at low prices.
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Ts O'Stock
X Comumittin Canvass
Hy Layman
H. Dust
Layman
H. Dougl
Read
COLLIE NEWS MRT JACKMAN APPOINTMENT AND ELECTION DRAMA
A local report covers Mr Jackman’s appointment as manager with a planned resignation and a strong 120 vote victory. It notes celebratory polling at a picture show, ambulance corps formation, coal box arrivals, and campaign planning by Mr A A Wilson and local committees ahead of a tight district election.
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Colbie
Wolsh
Dawing
Mfr
Smaug
Kunbury
Tragedy on the Nannup Line A Scot and Local Worker Die
Notes from Nannup report a railway accident near the Stareshwode Nannup line with the death of Mr W Millen of Goolynough Farm and the sudden departure of Harris, a recently arrived worker. Burials held at Busselton. community mourns and plans follow. The report also mentions preparations for traffic after Christmas and a memorial tone for Millar, a long-time local pioneer born in Scotland.
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Weih
Tino
Uniter Auiesi
Cousteaetimn
Fue Duoanand
Harris
Leayns
Liverpool
Hia Lites
Sarris
Foun
Wemeing Apphryl
Bik Bellow
Busseltod
Dloyringe
Jueyaliwood
Nannup
Lins Haa
W. Millen
Goolynough Fann
Nanoup
Me Dunnett
Tuajanorup
Nynnup
Cyscelton
Neall
Garton
Sunchon
Millar
Jina
Kyarnuy
J.P
Remors
Mo Millar
Scotland
Unely Aftine
Victoria
At & Lal
Bondie
Ballarat
New Yoolane
Mod
Docwusud
Gow & Progparcule
Mer Miller
Donnybrook Notes at Valedictory Public Reception
A public farewell event yesterday honored Me Counsel for his service to the local district. Speakers praised his willingness to aid the community and his effective leadership as the crowd enjoyed a program of speeches songs and conviviality.
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Bay Yen
de Bint
Bad- In
Bf. Ryall
Messie Tohn Young
Jays Jehy
J.B. Jones
Connaol Tad
J. Jalkies
Logal
Oddfellows and Town Events Warmly Recalled in Meeting
A gathering featured a farewell to a postmaster, with thanks for kindness shown, and included a musical program and dancing. New business prospects were discussed, highlighting a potential fourth chair in a law practice and opportunities in Chorley.
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Rusponse
Donnybrook
Tin
J. Jorod
Mies
Neiwanns
Watherston
Neiman
Dorr Noiusaun
Nighol
Lyons
Grice
Dardanup Ploughing Match Revival Noted
Local report details the 1883 Dardanup ploughing match and a revival planned for a Western Australia event. It covers competitors, prizes, honors for best horse pair, and hospitality at Vein and Yeon households, with future meetings scheduled and a banquet to honor the Governor.
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Mc Venn
Ivoo
Govarnor
Bunbury
Thie
Muish
Voun
Yeon
Phair
Ehéou
Veith
Brand Mes von
Aig
Avery
Moses Hayware Rowe
Bish
Hippinian
Tina
Woon
Soushuen
Yeuliewen
Hanbury
Bardon
Talapan
Ser Corned
Jao Ay Fae
Euccesa
Dardanop
Ziad
Elector Address at Wellington District Speech
A Wellington district candidate speaks to constituents at the Lyric Theatre outlining support for the Monre Government and its policies. He defends state financial management, rail and land reforms, and infrastructure bills while recounting decades of public service and urging continued trust for development of Western Australia’s resources and settlement in the South-West.
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Moore
Bunbury
Lavibe
Gan Rheathi
Siew
Surioas
Ceetorata
Furmer Ky
Lam
Cosmigneuns
Labor Party
Commonwealth
Lands Department
Provinus
Western Australia
Hts Cantel
Tawny
Teey
Hampton
61St Road Board
Leva
James Lee Steere
W. J. Clifton
Agricultural Society
Joh Porrast
Barbary
Preston Valley
Collie
Narrogin
Souths Western Division
Welling Tik
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Kalgoorlie
Molssh
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Greenbushes
Electro Pista
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A.C
Danbury
Murueakers
Harvey Show
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Price
Europe
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E. Stokes
Gubsond
Wim
Mr Price
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P. & Rankine
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Jenkins
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West
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Fall
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Hayward
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Mic Fawcett
Turkey Gobbler
J. Ryan
Turkey Amos
Privcutt
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W. Bice
B. Stokes
G. West
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G West
J. Hawter
F Cow
Henry Wille Nai Gore
G. Horrichs
Meather
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BO Clarke
E. MoLarty
Ms. B. Driver
Hacvey
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Anil Motarty
Chy
Néwtiog
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Tadies
Clildiwn
Beethom Wb Uoenish
Denpory
Victoria-strves
A.C. Cook
Eussen
A. ©. Cook
Oveller
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Bunbury Police Court
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Richard Mitchell Waa
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Marlington
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Yue
Pee
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Brviten
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Uaesha
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Wm. Gross
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Cross
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Bridgetown
Vine
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Sim
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Koian
Eikitor
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Ask
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Lyric Theatre
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Barire
Wy Ea Aton
H. W. Coplestone
Progressive
W. Coplestons
Unierwaur
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Wat
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