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Newspaper
Bunbury Herald
Location
Bunbury, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 10, 1907
Page
3
A chaotic late nineties style summary reports a mix of local incidents. It notes a missing man linked to Kunstelline and travel to Melbourne, a Kalgoorlie medical exam, and a Sydney competition raising funds. Mentions Geraldton ship cargo, port inspections, and council appointments. Also cites fires, theft, legal actions, and railway issues affecting western regions.
The Premire outlines the Bunbury harbor bill aims and council concerns. Debates cover funding, interest, and rates, with emphasis on Fremantle Trust charges and improvements to freight and passenger rail toward Narrogin, Bunbury, and Albany. Policy talks include timetable changes, service adequacy, and calls for deputations to Bunbury Chamber of Commerce.
Fragmented report says TS Major was fined 21 and costs at Geraldton last Friday for damage to a pig. The item mixes local notes about land demand in Geraldton and other varied items including theatre, transportation and incidents with natives, with several unclear phrases and names.
Reports from London detail a catastrophic explosion at the Consolidated mine Monongah Virginia. A thousand pound concrete block was hurled across the river as passages clogged with rock hinder rescue. Initial reports claimed 426 miners perished. authorities fear many still entombed with rescue parties facing dangerous conditions.
The United States revenue reports a surplus of 41 million dollars for the year. This figure highlights fiscal strength amid ongoing government spending and tax activity, with analysts noting the balance between receipts and outlays in the period.
An expedition including Colonels Clarke and Shepton, a doctor, and a magistrate has been dispatched with orders to arrest Dinizula. The mission is part of ongoing operations in Zululand.
Premier Louis Botha offers aid to Natal amid Zululand tensions proposing reforms to stabilize the territory. He suggests removing the disgruntled faction and unrest among natives as Cape Colony previously pledged to consider Natal’s needs if required.
Linpis numbering 10 000 are assembled near Dinizulu s kraal. No news in hand concerning the officers sent to serve the warrant and effect the arrest of Dinizulu.
The Natal Government published a list of murders and outrages against loyal native chiefs and states that further outrages of a similar character are contemplated.
Natal troops switch guard after narrowly escaping a dynamite attack on their train. The failed plot prompted heightened security and an investigation into the would‑be attackers. authorities pursue leads and bolster rail security along the route.
A majority of the Zulus appear peaceful while some assist rebels with money and mealies. The report notes factions within the group and hints at underlying tensions amid broader conflict.
Mrs Goold, under sentence of death for the murder of Madam Levin at Monte Carlo, told her lawyer she prefers death to imprisonment and hopes to be executed at Casson where she spent many hours gambling. Both she and her husband are appealing the sentence.
London reports a tobacco war between Kentucky growers and dealers. Masked attackers seized Hopkinsville, imprisoned police, burned factories, destroyed property worth about 40 000 pounds, and exchanged shots. The mob reportedly whipped the Imperial Tobacco Works manager to death.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a lever motor and a latent tale tied to Howe's Vogutable during a year end period. Details are unclear, but the reference implies mechanical or literary context linked to a historical publication.
A famed Vandycky painting of Christ bearing the cross, valued at £20,000, has been stolen from Notre Dame church in Paris. Police seek clues as artwork goes missing from the historic site.
London reports Mrs Walsh and her son Percy are charged in Dublin with conspiring to obtain money by false pretenses from Lord Ashtown and Chevenix Wrench. They allegedly incited Cahill Ward and others to explode the Baron's mansion at Woodlawn Galway. Letters attributed to Percy Walsh surfaced. Trench denied prompting the letters.
In Brisbane on Saturday England toil to 228 after Hyéphiaya leads with a solid 50s stand while Gregory and Tarrant fall cheaply. Rad and Hastie offer counter with over half centuries as the match ends abandoned due to heavy rain. Most players head to Sydney for the first Test.
Captain Jones III of the RagtsBlovan team is unable to take part in the first test match due to lunge congestion. The game is set for Friday in Sydney with Mr C Joon listed as captain.
In Sydney last night the N S Wales side reached 267 with Dolling and Fonnage still at large. South Australia fought through to 78 earlier, with Bale and Mayne among those dismissed. Ballaw and Dolling faced late stumbles as stumps fell at five wickets down, leaving both teams chasing a close total in a drawn contest.
In a Saturday afternoon game Banbury failed with the bat posting only 36. South Banbury won by a large margin after bowlers Palme and Palmer led the attack. Palmer took four for twenty, while Banbury’s batsmen struggled as Rowe and Rose showed glimpses before a collapse.
The first match of the season between Bunbury Yacht Club members and Bunbury Granary employees on the Preston River was a lively affair. The Terriers’ captain won the toss and led his side to a solid effort, scoring 72 and with Juckeon making 22. The Yacht Club responded with 120 runs, aided by Naylor’s stylish 35, Edwards 18, Kennedy 17, and Flynn 17, and secured victory by 44 runs. Another match is planned soon.
Bunbury greens see practice amid crowding as Ramsay leads his trio in a South West clash against Wasselton. Clayton, the Bogaasip colt, features in a tour bout. Claro and Stokes struggle to maintain advantage while Stokes’s timing falters. A 19 to 8 dribbling lead signals a firm edge for the home side. Discussion of team reshuffles for the South West match and potential inclusions of Clayton Walters and others. Also noted are social bowls events with Dr Jon, Dr Fiyan, Garkex, and Barker, plus support for Bunbury and Busselton clubs as the season gains pace.
A libel action Connolly v. 8 proceeds with Sir Walter Janes for the plaintiff and Haynes for the defendant. The trial includes denials that the Sunday Times words caused damages, with questions over publication and intent. Connolly testifies about racing ventures and past losses, while cross examination targets the reliability of his horse and jockey statements. The court adjourns with the judge reserving ruling until tomorrow.
A local gathering in Wagin discussed building a railway from Wagin to join the Collie Durkan line. Delegates decided to form a committee to promote the project and seek backing from Bunbury and Collie municipal councils.
A noted racecourse figure named Simain collapsed and died last night in Thronsall Street Clie shortly after a train arrival. Death attributed to appleay-
The appeal of Lie Kalgiortia daivrs, fined 4200 Larbo, was opened before the Full Court after argument by counsel. The matter had adjourned following initial proceedings, with references to Dr Rows Baokands and Kidney Pi Pile 2 appearing in the fragmentary record.
The Druce case centers on Anna Maria Druce and George Hollamby Druce as they claim the Portland estate portion known as the Mid Divies from Lord Howard de Walden. The dispute involves the 19th century death of T C Druce, a supposed founder of a bazaar, and questions about a vault at Highgate Cemetery, with a mock funeral allegedly concealing his identity.
In a convoluted case linked to Thomas Charles Druce and Herbert Deuce, George Hollamby Druce contends he is the senior living descendant with priority to the Druce property. Evidence includes letters and portraits as he battles for inheritance, while authorities weigh whether Druce died in 1864 and the will validity.
Henry Robertson and John Blythe faced charges at Bunbury court over suspected theft of wire netting. Key testimony described how the wire was delivered to Robertson and later claimed by various men. Prosecution argued intent, while defense contended no clear owner or criminal purpose emerged. The case highlighted disputes over possession and ownership with several witnesses and a police inquiry ongoing.
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