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Newspaper
Bunbury Herald
Location
Bunbury, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 08, 1917
Page
5
Haig reports slight damage after Bourlon Wood withdrawal
Western Front dispatch says British troops withdrew a short distance southwest of Noyelle Sur Lescaut from Bourlon Wood with no German interference. Evacuation surprised no one, enemy units shelling empty trenches and trenches evacuated, as Haig shifts line due to German reinforcements from the Russian front and Hindenburg’s plan before American troops arrive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Sir Douglas Haig
Noyelle Sur Lescaut
Bourlon Wood
United Press Association
Noyelles
Haig
Hindenburg
Another Raid on England
An official report says 25 aeroplanes took part in the raid on England starting between 4:00 and 4:30 this morning. Two groups crossed the Essex coast and three the Kentish coast, converging on London to mount five simultaneous attacks from the North East East and South West. Our gunfire repelled one group with only five or six machines penetrating the metropolitan area. London casualties were 3 killed and 11 injured. outside London district casualties total 4.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Essex
Kentish
London
Bunbury to Host Monster Band Competition on New Year’s Day
Entertainment Committee leader Kaeshagen asks Bunbury businesses and the public for financial support for a New Year’s Day Monster Band Competition. Donations to the Season Committee or Secretary Elliott are welcomed to fund prizes and promote Bunbury as a premier musical event with several top bands already expressing interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kaeshagen
Bunbury
Elliott
Stanley Money
Walker
Ballarat
Halifax Fire Destroys Half of City
New York reports on December 7 that a major blaze has razed about half of Halifax. The rapid spread and extensive damage are described as a severe urban disaster with ongoing firefighting efforts and inquiries into the incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Halifax
Fire Under Control In Halifax After Massive Destruction
Montreal dispatch reports Halifax left in ruins with widespread fire damage. Half the city devastated, thousands wounded, and up to about 800 dead. Richmond district destroyed and new government freight terminals lost. No troops awaited embarkation. Halifax population 46,619.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Railway and Telegraph Companies
Halifax
Richmond
Vancouver
Nova Scotia
Inter- Colonial Railway
Canada
West Indies
South America
Recreation Ground to Host New Year's Day Competitions
Competitions will be held at the Recreation Ground on New Year’s Day with morning, afternoon, and evening sessions. Organizers schedule events across the day, inviting local clubs and spectators to attend.
New Bishop to Arrive. Local Clergy Departures Noted
The Rev. D Davies Moore has moved to South Bunbury and enjoys a warm welcome from new parishioners. The Rev. W E Moorhouse has left for Melbourne, drawing fond goodbyes and support for his family. The Cathedral Free Will Offering totals await final funds. Bishop Wilson and family will reach Bunbury early next year and the first January Sunday will be a Day of Intercession for Victory. The Cathedral mourns Private Wm P Barnes, longtime CEMS secretary, verger, chorister, and Sunday School teacher, killed in action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. Davies Moore
South Bunbury
W. E. Moorhouse
Melbourne
Wilson
Bunbury
Wm. P. Barnes
Barnes
C.E.M.S
Bunbury Ladies Hold Trench Comforts Fair for War Lads
Bunbury hosted the Trench Comforts Fair organized by local ladies to aid soldiers in France. The event featured stalls, raffles, a mock court, and a Popular Soldiers’ Competition with proceeds around £275. The mayor opened the fete and praised the volunteers for their patriotic efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bunbury
France
J.G. Baldock
J. P
W. L. Owen
G.C. Money
Harbour Board
Jackson
Steere
E Sinclair
Davies
Paisley
B Irwin
Robinson
C Gibbs
Doust
Seabrook
Baldock
Johnstone
Ganfield
Adams
Mesdames Baldock
Joel
Lowe
Cope
Hayes
Haycox
Williams
Curlewis
Miss J Baldock
Mesdames Flindall
Parker
T Shaw
Baylis
Maudesley
Dunn
G Clarke
Roy Clark
Carmen
Zollner
Davis
Dermer
Illingsworth
Miss Costello
Harrison
Mesdames Duce
McCay
Spencer
Money Paisley
Johnston
Abrahamson
Foreman
Oakley
Miss Dawson
Young
Knight
Merry and Bright at Lyric for Soldier Fund
The Merry and Bright Comedy Co performed a clean bright show at the Lyric Tuesday to aid the Popular Soldier Competition and the Trench Comforts Fund. Stars include H Mason Robbie W A Power praised as musical director, with Buswell Hastie Wilkin Derby Mill and others delivering song, dance, and comedy. An all new programme is planned for January 9 in support of the Bunbury Band.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merry and
Kiffin Thomas
Trench Comforts' Fund
Bunbury
H. Mason
Robbie
Turk
W. A. Power
Buswell
Hastie
Wilkin
Mr Derby
Miss Mill
Cupid
Oyster Jim
Master B Harding
Master J. Power
Roy Cole
Gladys Hoskings
Perth
Merry and Brights
Debate on conscription at Bunbury hall rouses strong views
Thomas Twaddle notes Mr Collier’s criticisms of conscription fail to argue against the policy. The column cites roll closure timing, voting day, reflections on Hughes, Pearce, Birdwood, and the need to mobilize nearly seven hundred thousand eligible men. It endorses industrial conscription and stresses duty to the war effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bunbury
Carpentaria
Collier
Australia
Mr Collier
Phil
Hughes
France
Labour Party
Charles I
Mr. Hughes
Thomas Walker
Pearce
Mr. Collier
Birdwood
Bi Jones
Wm. Irvine
England
Prosperous Season Promises Record Visitor Influx
The town expects a bumper harvest of visitors this season as travel options tighten. Despite limited steamship service and costly trains, promoters urge bold advertising to attract holiday seekers and establish Bunbury as a summer resort. Tomorrow never comes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willionaires
Jack Buswells
Bunbury
Bronze Royal Humane Awards for Buswell and Michelsen
Premier’s Secretary, Perth, reports bronze medals from the Royal Humane Society will be awarded to A. J. Buswell and M. Michelsen on their next city visit. The honours stem from bravery during the Bunbury boating disaster before Christmas, when a picnic party of Church of Christ delegates capsized and five drowned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perth
Royal Humane Society
A. J. Buswell
M. Michelsen
Bunbury
Church of Christ
Messrs
Michelsen and
Buswell
Goodwood Races Results Across Divisions and Cups
In first division Bernlea beat St Fitz and Arrowfield. Pardona won the fourth division with Astral and Lady Mite as runners up. Wattle Leaf led the first third division handicap, followed by Coondoo and Lady Ludlow. Lady Mareena topped the second handicap, with Belgian Belle and High Wall close behind. Negro won the Goodwood Cup with Simp lex and Welcome Hugh next. Lady Mite won the third class plate, Ferique second, Masseuse third. In second division handicaps Color Paint topped Marin and Lacidas, while Red Banner led the second handicap (Second) with Cheerful Cheer and Drury Lane behind.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bernlea
St Fitz
Arrowfield
Pardona
Astral
Lady Mite
H’cap
Wattle Leaf
Coondoo
Lady Ludlow
H'cap
Lady Mareena
Belgian Belle
High Wall
Negro
Simplex
Welcome Hugh
Ferique
Masseuse
Marin
Lacidas
Red Banner
Cheerful Cheer
Drury Lane
Busselton's New Member Narrowly Escapes Fatal Horse Accident
Busselton district member Mr V G Pickering was knocked unconscious when a horse ridden by a boy struck him near a tree at the close of the Busselton show. He regained consciousness at Busselton Hospital after doctors found shock and multiple abrasions, with a week or ten days expected for detention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Busselton
V G. Pickering
Pickering
Busselton Hospital
Thurston
War debate over conscription wealth in Australia letter
A reader, O Marriott of Bunbury, critiques Mr Collier and Mr Hughes arguing wealth conscription is impractical and would hinder wartime production. The writer advocates a voluntary army returning home under existing conditions, warning of occupation if enforced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hughes
Collier
Phil
Chappie
France
Australia
O. Marriott
Victoria-st., Bunbury
The Two Wellingtons Offer Best Deals in Bunbury
A shift in preference from the Wellington banner to the Wellington in Bunbury is noted, with both touted as offering the best deals now available. Trade circles highlight Bunbury as the current superior option for value.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wellington
Dentists Card for Bunbury Surgeon H T Anderson
Telephone 152 for Car 30 and see the sights of Bunbury H. T. ANDERSON, Ocean View (A CARD.) DENTAL SURGEON. Victoria st., Bunbury. Above Thomas & Co's. Dispensary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Telephone
Bunbury
H. T. Anderson
Ocean View
Victoria St
Thomas & Co's
Reinforcements Referendum Committee to hold meetings
Authorized by Reinforcements Referendum Council and Arthur North. William Lesue chairs with C J Rooney secretary. Meetings set for Dardanup, Boyanup, Ferguson, Wellington Mills, Waterloo, Burekup from December 11 to 14 at 7 30 pm with prominent speakers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Lesue
Ws. D. Campbell
Dardanup
Boyanup
Boyan Hall
Erguson
Wellington Mills
Waterloo
Burekup
Reinforcements
Arthur North
Also Mentioned on This Page
Western Front
Entertainment Committee
N.S
Ottawa
Montreal
Trench Comforts’ Fair
Tipping
Patterson
Mesdames McNish
Sharp
Bell
Edwards
Woodhead
W Robinson
Misses Robinson
Jean McMish
P Partington
F Bird
Miss Backhouse
C Anderson
Cadden
J Cadden
R Clarke
Denning
G Sharp
WL Owen
Maynard
K. M. Eastman
C. Andersen
W. S. Hales
Veal
Edwin Rose
Prass
Fire Brigade Board
Owens
Elwin Rose
G. W. Knight
Mat Wallis
Mc Anderson
Hales
Thomas Twaddle, Esq
M.I.A
Alias Phil
Qgollieh
Royal Humane Awards
Sporting
Herald
Goodwood Races
ReNsuRy Anti-Conscription Committee
Bedford Hall
C. J. Rooney
Eileen Street
Wellington Street
A. W. Dobbie& Co, Ltd
L. V. Stevens
Ludlow State Forest
Co. E
Lane-Poole
Conservator of Forests
Agth
Public Works
Parkville Pavilion School
Court Houses
Bridgetown
D. A
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