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Newspaper
Bunbury Herald
Location
Bunbury, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 31, 1912
Page
5
The notice reports travelers unlawfully staying at Gordon's Hotel premis es and paying charges while a marine forecast describes squally seas from NB winds off the coast. It notes a Croquet Club team traveling to Brimelton and a New Year event at the Carton saloon with racing plans and refreshments.
The management shifts New Year’s night programming to Wednesday with a full, revised bill. Features include Spy Fever comic study, How the telephone came to town, The Invasion of Thy, Children Who Labor, Some Mother-in-law, Abe Getyiven with His Father, Beatrice of Zonda, Browning Bear, The Crt of the West and Percy’s Pursue. Many items span comedy drama and industrial subjects.
Empire Pictures announce a two part night at the Gardens with an eight to ten o clock first programme followed by a variety entertainment. A fine assortment of films has been secured and advance ticket buyers are promised a pleasant and profitable evening under the town's lights. A complex change of programme is advertised for New Year's night.
Sydney detectives reveal a preplanned heist at the Bank of New South Wales Hod Fern gown site. Two men prepared a forged safe plate and used it to pry open the vault, stealing about £3,200 in gold and £400 in silver, with £2,300 in Bates and £200 of £300 silver left behind.
A fierce storm and sudden avalanche of water cripple a vessel as it rolled into a trough. A heavy wave swept the deck tearing fittings loose and tossing passengers about. Lifeboats were readied while wireless links with steamers held until rescue became impossible for most aboard. Passengers, including women, suffered severe injuries as cabins flooded and debris flew through the vessel in the chaos.
At yesterday’s meeting of Balkan representatives the mood turned against Turkey’s peace aims. Allies warned of possible decisive action if Turkish delays continue. Turkish delegates avoided commitment on their reform proposals, ignoring wartime pressures and the allies’ calls for prompt settlement.
The carnival at headquarters in pleasant weather drew a large crowd. Jumbo races featured Saturate winning the Flat Race by seven lengths ahead of Swan Bandieap and Lord Blavas with 10 to 1 betting. Saturate also led in Welter Handicap and Pedigral Handicap events, despite disqualification for Moonyoon in another race.
Holiday crowds flocked to Bunbury with full hotels and boating on Boxing Day. Weather stayed pleasant though humid, boosting fishing, sailing, and seaside pleasure. The Bunbury Amateur Swimming Club hosted aquatic events, while nightly picture shows drew steady crowds. upcoming Watering Racing Club meeting and Busselton excursion highlighted festive plans.
Banbury Rep baths hosted a Saturday program by the Bunbury Amateur Swimming Club drawing spectators and strong entries. The Southwest Championship and School Championship produced fast times and a final won by Stenberg in the open handicap. Ladies 50 yards saw a tight finish between Miss Barton and Miss Smith with both securing medals in a lively day of swimming.
Boxing Day meeting at Theators Club featured Maiden Hack, Second Hack, Xmas Handicap, Open Hack and Farewell Handicap races. J. BR. Dount judged, F. Doust starter, with notable runners including Mariner, Wait On, Patenwan and Morley amid a crowded track and varied weather.
A lively Christmas event at St George's Church with Rev Scott leading services and a well attended evening in the Special church area by Vines. The Preston River area enjoyed pleasing scenery and shooting jokes, with Simmons and Mr and Mrs Peale hosting a late musical evening via a large crowd. The event featured Charedes and Kilpatrick performance and drew a thoughtful, restrained audience. continuation noted on page 6.
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