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Newspaper
Bunbury Herald
Location
Bunbury, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 13, 1913
Page
2
A long mixed page lists church services across multiple denominations from St Pauls Cathedral, St Patricks, and other local congregations with timings from early morning to evening. It includes notices for Methodist and Congregational gatherings, plus a lengthy advertising section for summer wear, dairy drinks, and local business cards, with names of suppliers and service providers in Bunbury and district.
Shipping intelligence lists December departures and port arrivals for multiple vessels, including Kan. Midare Ltd. and Millar Ltd. agents. It notes Ark, Ardmore, Traabridge, Uloushivl, Devenbaw, Kumne, Hayward, and others loading timber, ore, and shipping for destinations such as London, Calcutta, India, and South Africa. Also mentions applications for Assistant Town Clerk in Bunbury with December 15 deadline.
Auction listing reveals numerous farms, building sites, and town lots across Burreckup, Boyanup, Elgin, Bridgetown, and surrounding districts. Assets include 180 acres with dwelling, 1000 acres fenced and subdivided, 130 acres with orchard, 15 weeks frontage lots, and several improved farms in Boyupup and Elgin. Terms offer partial cash, balance over time, with emphasis on location and potential.
A fragmented listing alerts the public that an agency and associated firms in Perth Hinmanik and nearby will handle auction sales of various items including medical and personal effects. Dates and names appear unevenly, with several entries for Shelford Shallard and other firms indicating sale preparation and notice to the public.
Hay's Stables on Forrest Avenue in Southunbury advertises a champion trotting stallion for sale or stud service. The notice notes location details and highlights the animal's breeding and racing renown.
Travel the Surrounding Districts with the well known Clydesdale Stallion Two ur toute Voares 82/10 Single Mary 2 £ 3/3/ Waddocking 2/. per week all care but oo saibbility J B Johnston Jur LSCB ENAULT
The article describes Chief of the Clans a New Zealand imported Clydesdale stallion, famed for winnings at Ayr Ardrossan Kilmarnock and Dalry shows. It notes offspring success in Dunedin and Glasgow, high stud value, and prices paid for progeny. The stock is said to be widely sought in the South West, with standing fees set at 3 pounds 3 shillings and one mare.
A stallion named FAFNER is presented for standing at Maldon Farm Gapel this season, inviting interest from breeders seeking a proven sire with desirable bloodlines. Prospective buyers are encouraged to visit and assess service terms and availability.
Ben Royal will stand the season at Black Rock and travel to Yalup Brook and Coglernup. Terms: £6 single, 24 10% for two, 24 4% for three, £4 for four. Mare care at station free. Ben Royal is six years old, stands 17 hands 3 inches with strong bone and muscle. Sire Bos McCormshh Grand sire Benmore, winner of 61 champion prizes. Dam Gowrie Maid, Grand Dam Maid Moyal. Pedigree lengthy. Ben Royal will measure any bores in the district. Stock shown at Black Rock. four of his stock used successfully. Government certificate for poundings. Further details.
Obscure street names and garbled phrases appear, mentioning travel coast road in Brunswick and a phrase about inducement offers. The fragment lacks clear actions or outcomes and no identifiable persons or organizations are readable.
Colt Prince Royal toaled 1908 shows a long, fragmented pedigree and performance history. It lists Birghak Bunbury Show wins, second prizes, and connections to Prince Albert and Lord Salisbury, with notes on mares, sires, and specific show results across Australia and New Zealand, plus details of ownership and breeding claims.
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