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Newspaper
Bunbury Herald
Location
Bunbury, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 31, 1907
Page
3
A jumbled 19th century fragment lists Angora questions, uncharted Philippine islands, a New Zealand race, drownings, fires, and court cases. Notable items include a man killed at Manfred Station, a Vandyck painting sale, and the Royal mail delays. Several deaths, arrests, and property losses are noted amid scattered global notes and local incidents.
Cablegram reports W Gandle a London barrister arrested for refusing to register under the Transvaal Asiatic Registration Act. He was ordered to leave within 48 hours. Eight Indian residents were given until January 7 to register or leave. They plan to await arrest and seek legal opinion for an appeal.
Milanese engineer Cominada proposes a canal from Genoa to Constance crossing the Alps. The route would be 16 miles long but connect existing waterways to create a navigable channel 366 miles long suitable for vessels up to 600 tons.
London December 30 The Daily Telegraph notes many Indian Mutiny veterans banqueted in London came from workhouses and returned there after the feast The paper urges the nation to rescue these veterans from their surroundings and end the reproach through action and support
The RMS Orontos reports severe conditions in the English Channel with rough seas, snow, squalls, and easterly winds. Affected voyage details remain uncertain as crews contend with the storm.
Figures for 1907 London Stock Exchange trades reveal 387 securities involved, total depreciation of £542,001,000, an average drop near 9 percent.
The knell of the Saint Vincent, the sixth warship of the Dreadnought type, was laid down at Portsmouth on Saturday as part of British Navy expansion.
London resident and noted farrister Mr E Jellicoe sails for Natal to defend Dinizuluy, the paramount Zulu chief, on disloyalty charges. Lord Elgin advises Natal government that trial could be postponed until Jellicoe arrives.
At Glasgow on the 27th, the Scottish Miners Federation rejected a motion to compel coalmasters to collect miners union funds at colliery offices by 58 votes to 43. A second resolution voiced disappointment that old age pensions were omitted from last year’s budget.
The Australian White Stir liner Buevie ran aground on the Mansole Rocks off the Lizard, breaking a third of her length. She had a new forepart fitted at Southampton and now proceeds to Liverpool to ready for an Australian voyage.
In Lahore during the jubilee of Hudson's Horse Colonel Cowper Jed the marchant saluted the native retirees and solemnly stated they did not take part in the recent unrest and held all sedition managers in abhorrence.
London, December 30. A billiards contest between Cecil Hleverson and Weiss, playing to 12,000 up, ended with Weiss losing by 1,946 points. Weiss made 10,054 before Hleverson finished the race. the report continues with a brief mention of cheap edition novels and various authors.
London reports on government limits to Japanese migration to Canada and the United States while American papers highlight anti Anglo Japanese sentiment. Journals discuss potential war between the U S and Japan, prospects for conflict and Britain’s stance on settlements.
In Perth on a very hot day the Railway Stakes headline the meeting with Man-o-Wae the winner amid strong support. Emibyne, Swan Handicap winner, and Lady Agnes also feature among the top placings as other races including Guildford Hurdles and Welter Handicap produce competitive finishes.
In the Waterloo region a note describes a pleasant holiday jaunt by Hyun to Low Waterloo, praising the locality’s accessibility and the hospitality of the hamlet’s Munbury residents. Arrangements are made for travelers to depart the Pringe of Walew Hotel at nine in the morning, prioritizing passenger convenience.
Mr and Mrs Thomas Smith, early Busselton pioneers, celebrate their Boxing Day wedding anniversary amid local society. Notable figures include Mr Kidder, a former chief engineer, and Senator De Largio involved in recent Lumpers dispute. Henderson plans to address constituents then depart for Goolynedie. prominent locals stay at The Hows Hotel and figure in metropolitan musical circles.
Melbourne reports the Australian eleven for the forthcoming match remains as selected for the first cast with no alterations. Hartigan of Queensland replaces Duff on the twelfth man as Jonet remains unwell and unable to play.
The complete programme outlines dates across Australia from January to March including Tasmania New South Wales Victoria and Western Australia. It lists matches and tours with venues in Adelaide Launceston Sydney Perth and Melbourne and dates such as January 1 2 3 10 15 and 24 26 27 through to March 16.
A disrupted match resumes with McAlister and Cureell scoring, New South Wales leading after a 282 total. Noble top scores for Victoria, Laurie fails to convert, and both sides struggle as stumps leave NSW 207 ahead with two Victorians out in their second innings and high speculation on the day’s result.
A cricket match at Spencer's Pad between Banbury Juniors and Wesley Church ended with Banbury victory by innings and runs. Wesley Church were bowled out for 75 in their first innings, while Banbury posted a total of 75 runs in their own innings. Notable scores included Clare with 28, Blythe 20, and Paisley 10. Braidwood excelled with multiple wickets for Banbury, and Campbell took a sharp catch off Cornish. The day featured strong fielding and steady batting, with Banbury securing the win in the second innings.
A mixed athletic program at Boyanup featured a Sheffield handicap and log chop with Mosars BR Beelstots and W. Hurst dominant. Winners included Muse G Dave Bryce Jno Rimmons and Kilpatrick in a crowd of about 200, with events ranging from tug of war to skipping races and high jumps.
Golf sports in Busselton feature Boxing Day events with many entrants including players from Port, the Goldfields, and visiting clubs. Mixed fours won by E G Cohen and V Yelverton, defeating M Millar and U Yelverton. Friday mixed fours won by Oliphant and Millar. Friday social honored visiting Freemasons Hotel golfers and the proposed Easter challenge cup. The club praised secretaries and officials and discussed improved rail connections to attract winter golfers.
Reports from the yachting events describe a crowded harbor with sea and weather notes. The program includes sailing and rowing races, a Great Pole event, and pedestrian races during Hunbey Week, led by Captain Quarlay and the Mandurah crew aboard the Pioneere.
The document records a cricket match where visitors Parkfield won 67 to 8 against Harvey. It lists players such as Hayward, Hamilton, Roger, Adama, and Grieves in various batting and bowling roles. The page mentions events like lemon cutting, cockade Jackson, and Digging as part of the day’s program with a start around 10 o clock.
The ad promotes Bunbury store offerings including books, newspapers, magazines, postcards, and cigar outputs. It lists delivery across areas and mentions Wellington Street location opposite Hose Hotel with various names and retired staff offered for services.
In Donnybrook region notes describe Mr Valli and others testing Burgundy grape cultivation with hybrid wine ideas. Vineyards feature clay roofed cellars, large casks, and discussions on soil impact on wine lightness. The piece also surveys Donnybrook agriculture with Mr Rovell and Mr Moore, praising wool, potatoes, and varied crops amid pioneer settlement, land clearing, and irrigation efforts.
The passage discusses clearing turf and eradicating fern as key improvements, mentions states of soil color, and asserts surrounding lands are taken up. It centers on Mr Hroghman describing property belonging to progressive neighbors in Bisakwood District and labeling red and black soil qualities.
In Melbourne last night the Chief Justice Madden delivered a strong summing up in the great society divorce case. He denounced the counter charges as cowardly during his judicial and regal career. He stated the petitioner claimed his wife was selfish, immodest, and forbidden to associate with Dr Strong, amid long hours together in private scenes, with moral accusations central to the proceedings.
A major fire in Fremantle Perth last night destroyed the arsonic promise site of the United States facility. Fire teams struggled to save stock and buildings but all were lost. The bedding factory adjoining the site, filled with inflammable furniture, also burned. damage is estimated at 23000.
Mr H Reid the well known politician arrived at Prewantle by the Inducing. He declined to express opinions on Federal or State politics saying the Lyne taeitl had Lesn knocked down. He favored seeing it further radiucid and praised Labor leader Mr Foher as capable and popular.
Readable scraps from South Bunbury recount a festival of reports and a nautical yarn about Captain Frosty and Pig Island. The piece notes mixed opinions on expenditures and hints at a maritime misadventure with a stalled voyage and improvised sailing terms.
The text unfolds in a ceremonial verse about markers of time and memory, presenting a meditation on New Year and the mortal frame. It envisions a symbolic altar and a watcher who bears witness to fate, urging virtue and steadfastness as life turns.
In the Monaro district heavy snowstorms were reported on the tableland near Murrumbateman and Cooma while rail services and local roads faced disruption. A group traveling toward Cooma found a stray fox in a remote area and a party was seen heading toward Thredbo with supplies after encountering rough conditions.
The dead man, Albert John Lyne, was discovered under a falling wall at the scene on Beth Street after a fire. Friends from Kvimé were not missed as his wife had left for a holiday before the blaze occurred.
Perth reports last night jockey Jase De O'Brien riding Sewority Ilway Staion was disqualified after a collision with Flos in the hurdles event. Shalton, rider of Minilyn Bay in the Guildford Hurdles, sustained severe injuries en route to hospital.
Local clipping mentions rainfall figures and a panoply of health pills offered by unnamed agencies. References to Dr Rose, new medical pills, and a central news agency appear amid garbled text. Hairdressing saloon noted as open.
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