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Newspaper
Bunbury Herald
Location
Bunbury, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 05, 1912
Page
1
London reports the Balkan allies have signed an armistice except Greece. The official announcement confirms the ceasefire agreement among the allied powers following the broader wartime accord.
Athens reports that proposed armistice terms would let Turkey stockpile food and ammunition and concentrate troops while Bulgaria’s position weakens. Paris and London dispatches note allied warnings to Greece against discord and allow Turkish reinforcements if needed.
Jack Johnson, the famous pugilist, wed Miss Cameron the white girl he was recently charged with abducting in Chicago.
In the House of Commons Mi Knig questioned Mr Buxton about the frozen meat distribution system. He described carcasses covered with contact or wick and dumped on filthy floors, then left on railway platforms for hours with roaming men. Buxton said no complaints were heard but enquiries would be made.
London reports the New Quay inquest into Mrs Nowill’s death found drowned after her body was discovered at a cliff foot. The coroner noted no violence, the jury accepted drowning, and questions remained about whether the fall was accident or suicide. Delay, linked to the case, caused a brief disturbance during the search.
Ex police guard central London post offices at night after many pillar boxes are defaced. Three hundred letters destroyed in a Royal Exchange box. Mrs Pankhurst urges greater militancy at a London Opera House meeting. Five suffragettes in Aberdeen fined or jailed. Lloyd George says militant tactic strains cabinet support for votes for women.
Melbourne racing at Mooney Valley last night featured firm odds on several races. Royal Silver Quair, Lynarch, Lock Amos, Lord Minois, Avance, Georgette, Powder Fox and Late Kine were among runners with varied betting preferred by the crowd.
The article notes a calm morning on the training track with only pace work. Swagger and Artesian, new from the Eastern States, made their first appearance on the course.
In Perth, Justice Burnside sentences Walter W. Haynes after a guilty plea to stealing money as a servant from Union Stores Ltd Fremantle. He warns of racingcourse temptations and declares two years hard labor, calling this his first downfall and a caution to others.
The Premier How J Seaddan moved to introduce a bill for 25 600 000 to borrow funds likely covering two to three years. With current loan funds exhausted this sizable infusion aims to back ongoing needs.
A large attendance gathered at Tawa Hall as J H Prowse, who defeated Malley last week, took the oath of allegiance and began his term as mayor.
A rugged route from Pinjarra to Perth with Cadete and Yon Takeday in company. Weather showers and cloudy skies interrupt the march as preparations continue for the planned 15 mile leg today and 10 miles tomorrow to Avondale.
Mundijong December 4 8 pm the Banbury Cadets arrived in good spirits with minor fatigue among some. The crowd already gathering suggests a large concert attendance this evening. They will be fed here after lunch at Serpentine and breakfast tomorrow morning before departing for Armada.
Last night in verth, arrangements were made to tender a vivie reception to the Caite contingent marching from Bun Fury to Perth. The function will be held at the Town Ball on Friday evening at 7.20.
Fire brigade battled two blazes last night including a fire on the steamer Cycle at Howard Smith Wharf where a lamp toppled and cargo caught fire. About sixty tons of cargo were destroyed and the forepart of the ship sustained heavy damage.
A fire at Millars Box Factory in Pyrmont Buildings completely destroyed the structure including contents. Damage is estimated in the thousands. Fire brigades were called to the scene and services requisitioned to combat the blaze.
In Melbourne the House of Representatives discussed the Sugar Commission report. Mr Hughes said Sydney papers published the report before members could read it. The Prime Minister claimed newspapers obtained the report before him and warned that treacherous government employees would be dealt with if exposed.
The Southern Districts Agricultural Society held a successful Busselton show with nearly 100 more exhibits than last year. Prime horse classes drew strong competition with Drummond Lad defeating Prince Royal in open stallion judging and Heather Bud winning among mares. Cattle and sheep entries were solid and the show luncheon was hosted at the Freemason Hotel. Notably no Government minister attended the event.
Population returns for November show an increase of 781. Total population at end of October was 305074 and on November 30 was 300757.
Thirteen trucks of chaff and four rucks of hay with potatoes were offered at the railway wire in the morning. Chal reached £4 4d, while oats sold at 2s 34d.
The council debated providing a practice room for the newly formed City band. Dr Baldock urged a works committee resolution to obtain space and explore other uses, with a future meeting planned. Dr Clarke reported bandmaster applications and an appointment, as discussions on room location and railway land continued, leaving the decision to the works committee.
Mrs Voldamith will be at home at Bishoproourt this Thursday afternoon at 4 o'clock. Mrs Edwin Hose and her other daughter stay at the Palace Hotel Perth for a few days while Father Hayes visits Bunbury and returns to the capital by late train. Sir John and Lady Porrost plan Christmas holidays in Perth and will stay at Hee Mantle. they travel with their nieces Miss Muriel Worth. Tuesday's wedding in the Municipal Council heard Town Clerk read condolence for Mr FW Steers on the death of his brother Mr W Steere. His Lordship Bishop Goldsmith visits Collie and Williams to confer about the Brotherhood erection. On Sunday His Lordship will hold a confirmation in the Cathedral and preach in the evening. Next week Bishop Guidnilly visits Albany. At Tuesday’s Bunbury Council meeting Mr Brsene Well urged carrying a motion of sympathy with Mathew in his bereavement for a great loss. De Beviary Ns is mentioned in council notes.
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