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Newspaper
Bunbury Herald
Location
Bunbury, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 30, 1913
Page
1
New York reports a blaze aboard the Imperator the world largest vessel near Hoboken docks. The first officer and a seaman perished fighting the flames as passengers fled ashore. Firefighters flooded the holds and the ship listed severely before the fire was controlled. Interior damage runs to thousands of pounds.
Parsonal Mr. Tulloch returns from a holiday in the East with Mrs Tulloch remaining five to six weeks. Bishop of Bunbury to preach at Picton Church at 10.30 a.m. tomorrow. Mr. and Mrs. Tinckley back from the East. Mr. Cowdery to Greenbushes. Lannigan to Bunbury replacing him. Scotty's Underwood, famed builder of the Rob Roy, dies Wednesday night. Draper home from Victoria, claims good health and a pleasant, if rainy, holiday. Mr. and Mrs. R. Jones return to Harvey after their Perth Bunbury honeymoon. Miss Blanche Buchanan returns to Hallrig Bunbury after visiting Harvey with Viv and Mrs J. A. Stewart.
A reflective note on how sympathy rarely trips a night’s calm. Some men, in recounting a fish story, stretch truth to extremes. A bluff may pass for the goods for a time, yet the true inventory always surfaces.
In the House of Representatives Mr Catts pressed the Prime Minister for copies of regulations to Tous. The Prime Minister refused to discuss or promise, citing disorder and an ongoing censure motion. Speaker noted government could not proceed with business under current circumstances.
Letter to the editor cites Bunbury property owners facing higher loans amid tram scheme debates. It references London County Council reports showing electrified trams post‑revenue drop, with annual receipts £2,143,599 and interest costs £730,687, suggesting buses capture market share while debt remains a concern. It notes a theatre advert for Gotch v Hackensmidt wrestling and Woods pepperming cure promotions.
The American Boys touring under Major Peixoto arrive in Bunbury Monday for a two day stay. They will be officially received, attend a grammar school football event, and perform at Bedford Hall. A football match against Bunbury's sides is set for Tuesday at the Recreation Ground. Proceeds benefit the Benevolent and District Nursing Association. seats at Andersen's.
Amusamanis features the Mingus wrestling match for the World Championship to be screened at the Lyric on Monday. The event attracted about 35 000 spectators with gate receipts near £21 000. The program includes Kittys Mace and several comedies and dramas. The next week plans show Les Miserables part two Wednesday.
A new comfort for the feet via asbestos socks claims to provide unmatched relief when worn in boots. The piece notes rising adoption in England and America and hints at limited availability through local sellers.
Workers ballasting twelve miles from Wonnerup describe a state led practice where they must pay fares to receive wages at distant centers. They were charged costly travel to Bunbury or Maryvale, with dismissals or on the spot payment used to pressure compliance. They urge removal of the practice and accountability for the department.
In Bunbury western Australia the creamery beat the field as best judges award top butter. The event drew attention to quality dairy, with supporters praising the product as unmatched in flavor and texture.
At a Bunbury Road Board meeting Mr G Q Rose announced he would soon leave the district for residence at Claremont. Chairman Mr J F Johnston and other members praised his ten to eleven years of service and regular attendance. Rose, briefly replying, credited the board with good roads and noted the harmonious work of the group before adjournment to toast his health at the Rose Hotel.
The Bunbury Rifle Club will field eight members against Roelands in a regional match at no yards. Two HRC trophies reward best Bunbury and best Roelands rifle score. Visitors arrive about 9 30 am with shooting to start, practice possible after.
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