Melbourne Herald Tragedy and Far Flung Notices
A chaotic OCR fragment reports on a man named Ea Bowman at the Hising Hotel in Mulbourne taking his own life by banging on Thursday amid long-term illness. Other lines reference a Melbourne to Horsham incident, labor figures in Watford and Perth, tax and legal notices, and various local incidents, including a hospital ward, a ship incident near Melbourne, and manufacturing plans.
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Bowman
Hising ‘Hotel
Mulbourne
San
Dampers win Jaffrey Cup cricket at Forrest Park
In a crowded Forrest Park match the Dampers defeated Lampers to claim the Jaffrey Cup. Shaw starred with a high score while Palmer led bowling for the Dampers as Bunbury visitors struggled to reach double figures in a nine-player effort.
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Tenn
Twissasson
Shaw
A. Clare
Lampra
Palmer
Prsin
Moe
Ieee
Lampere
Lampers
Clare
Faulknet
cNeava
Palmor Gooch
Tulloch i. Holmes
Palmar Ahaw
Planar
Prain
Preminsory
Ya Donaldson
Berend
Notomt
Bennett
Sundhee
Benninger
Tullyah
Cince
Fort
Bunbury
McAllam
Tulloah
Khaw Benninger
H Gooch
Ol Uare
Mitahwil
Fourth Test Match Ends With Australia Victory
A chaotic report on the fourth test match notes Australia at least two early wickets, with complex innings details. Key figures include O Connor and Mecluaion on the English side, and several Australian bowlers like Crawford and Fielder contributing to the fall of England’s wickets.
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Methiourne
Eingiishmon
Natundas
Australia
Baing
Ono
Cuntin
Gregory
Bite
Mace Witney
Pawfaord
Sears
Juan
Carter
Asustenlan
Cradit
O'Connor
Arlustrone
Stupa
Annual Vases Bass Clap Meeting At Bussalten Course
Fair attendance for the annual meeting at the Bussalten course last Friday with competitive racing across events. Results include Binkes Gem first, Paynedale second, Husk Base Elein second, Woodland second, and other placements in Vases Cup and Scurry-Hoclea events with entries noted for Quindalup course events today.
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Bussalten
Binkes
Gem
Paynedale
Husk Base
Elein
Ty Woodland
Teuhla
Dark Bo
Four starters race in Saturday yacht event with Question winning
Stage races saw Phase ware Comway Defender Lotus and Question May 21 45 with Question taking a narrow victory over Lotus by 57 seconds. Defender trailed as Conway crews battled shifting conditions and waning winds. The overall result underscored a day of uneven participation and sobering absence of several clubs.
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Lotus
Swartant
Conway
Carender
Ware Np
Lote Wad
Hve
Dafender
Wren
Questia
Artie
Visit of metropolitan bowling team to Bunbury cited
A 16 member delegation led by Mr L Alexander visited Bunbury for an annual metropolitan bowling excursion. They were welcomed by the mayor Hon E M Clarke at a supper and reception with local bowlers and civic leaders, followed by formal toasts and social mingling.
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L. Alexander
Han
Banbury
Iscal
Bunbury
E. M. Clarke
Alarandur
Wagin Darkan Railway Meeting Arguments for a Branch Line
A public meeting at Arthur discussed forming a Wagin Darkan railway branch to spur construction to link Wagin with Darkan. Speakers cited rural freight needs, proposed route via Williams Kojonup, and urged action to secure railway facilities for local farmers and merchants. Leaders noted Bunbury as a natural exit and urged support from Arthur firms to compete with grant–funded lines.
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Wagin Logue
Wagin Bi Darkau
A. Pian
MLC
Williams
Kojonup
Bunbury
Bath West
Dirkaror
Madden
Wagin Teague
Delozata
Artinan Roads Board
W Dawn
Banbury
Absolwn
Bee
Bainbury
Collie
Aml Wainy
Dale
Arthur Roads
Commeres
Social and Personal Notes From Bunbury Station
Mr J Wo Cyall resigns his commission as justice of the peace for the Callie mangghaterial dbetrier Me W 6 Townley and Mrs Townley of Beverley are holidaying. They stay at the Toss Hotel. Mr J Scaucian the mumbr for Tranhons anenf the vonatifuengiar flies to Himiary on Saturday. Mr Syuddan and lr Davies attend the Brenem ination. He leaves for Perth by the midnight train. Remuty on sale of Central Nunegcucy. The Bunbury shop offers Hooks Stationery and Bunbury Views with deliveries to all parts.
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South West
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Wells Botha
Baldock
Ines
Ramsay
Syime
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Svarrick
Stevre
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Alexandar
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Carr
Reed
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Cartar
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Berry
Tom
Opponant
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Howdee
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Rey Father Hayes
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Wellings Tountreat
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Adve
Harvey Notes Parkfield Match and Local News Highlights
Cricket report shows Harvey victorious over Parkfield by five wickets while Parkfield suffers a home defeat. Other items note business changes, drainage board plans, a quiet wedding, and concerns over diphtheria measures and health policies in the community.
Alluvial Find at Meekatharra Sparks Mining Rush
Reports from Porth via Last Night describe an alluvial rush near a mining camp sight miles from the nearby mine. Prospector Hamer and Red claim daily wages and salaries around 210 to 840 per annum with a seven-assistant commission to be stationed, while a court case sends Rose Risinge to six months’ jail.
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Rose Risine
Oles
Kalgoorlie
Thurder
Adelgids
Release of Sir Harry McLean Amid Ransom Settlement
London reports the release of Sir Harry McLean the British representative at Morucw after capture by rebel chief Raisili. A £20,000 bank deposit funds the ransom with 15,000 pounds to stay for three years and interest paid. 36 prisoners freed and 50 pounds monthly to Raisili.
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London
Notorious Judge Hargis Shot Dead in Kentucky Feud
A man killed Judge Hargis in Jockon Kentucky amid the Hargis Cockrill land feud. The assailant remains at large and the motive tied to long running family land disputes and past murders. Police in Ithe United States report the tragedy.
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London
United States
Hargis
Jockon
Kentucky
Cockrill
Flying Machines Accepted for War Service
The Secretary for War on behalf of the American Ordnance has accepted three offers for heavier than air flying machines including Wright brothers models. Deliveries must be completed within 209 days at a cost of 5000 pounds.
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W. A. Tall
Dinizulu Trial Claims Of Unfair Tactics At Natal
Jellicoe alleges the prosecution blocked Dinizulu’s defence evidence and describes the trials as a judicial outrage. He says officials arrested hundreds of witnesses and used martial law to coerce natives while the Daily Telegraph reporter disputes the charges as unfounded.
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Lendon
Jellicos
Dinizulo
Matthew Nathan
Natal
Dellicos
Fle
Ubati
Dinizulu
Daily Telegraph
Pitermaritzburg
Jellicoe
Portugal Republican Plot Foiled Before Assassination Attempt
Lis bon correspondent reports a raid three days before the assassination that halted a planned attack on a police station to spark a republic. Militant republicans sought Franco’s murder and to sway soldiers and sailors. Franco escaped by refraining from driving. Public mood steadies with loyalty to Manuel and coolness toward Carlos fading.
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London
Tima
Lisbon
Franco
Carlos
Manuel
Changes in proprietorship of the Times newspaper
The Times announces major changes in ownership and management. Ivesteens Pormad becomes limited company with Mr Artie Walter as former chief proprietor and chairman and Mr Cyril Arthur Pearson as managing director and principal shareholder. Pearson to reorganize the business and maintain editorial independence as in 1904. A list of subscribers and associates is noted, along with details of a circulating library service offered by Parma.
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Hygw
Ivesteens Pormad
Mrr
Artie Walter
Cyril Arthur Pearson
Me Pearson
Companian
Standard
Thes
Daily Express
Hays
Mr Chamberlain
Turk Reform League
Burinces Wanszament
Tir
Arthur Pearson
Thishurahollare
Mes
Ninstystoor
A. P. Walter
Bearwood
HF Warliar
Drayton
Norwich
Hodfrey Wattur
Greunstreat
Enerick Hagieto
Donald ‘Campbell
Moonabb
Ar Jewph Soames
Caden
Wok
Siblay
Abinisr Reavery
Mawar Wailer
Honanittey
W.T. Rive
W. Johingon
Alice S. Hanusck
Mary
Ries
G. A. Conybeare
THE WINDSOR WRECK No News of Missing Men
The steamer Vente returned to Gorafils today with an unclear crew report. A Bywrs and 8 Mann assisted in reconciling losses as the Sereskud wreck appears to have survivors. Jean Rewlyuirs leads the Mhimyse crew toward safety. They plan to sail to Hingapore and will permit fingerprinting upon arrival.
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Aeanuier Wiese
Jean Rewlyuirs
Mhimyse
Bsiuzapory
Hingapore
Shipwreck and crew rescue off Geraldton
Early Saturday a Marine Erie titers Association crew and two apprentices were aboard the wrecked vessel Walkie Sissons near Geraldton. They suffered cuts and exposure from rocks. attempts to obtain food failed. The captain and crew were rescued after authorities intervened, with officials denying further supplies as the situation unfolded.
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Marine Erie Titers Association
Mfr Danke
Burrs Philp and Ci
Fune
Garaldtos
Iyane
Emerson
Payne
Gunkran
Mateerials
Elovhing
Ibiale
Geraldton
Bassw
Four ton Truck Rate Debate in Bunbury Chamber Fight
A Bunbury Chamber of Commerce dispute centers on proposed four ton truck rates. Authors argue the plan harms local merchants by raising delivery costs, delaying shipments, and increasing prices for Perth goods. They claim rail and warehouse inefficiencies, call for alternatives, and urge a national review to protect Bunbury’s trade.
Military fundraising event stirs Banbury crowds
A detailed report recalls a large community event with the Banbury brass band, infantry cadets, and local volunteers. It describes parades, sword displays, boxing, and a grand arch round the city to raise funds for military apparel and travel demands, noting tickets and anticipated attendance.
Attempted death by own action at Fremantle in Tortiast Night
Albert John Collins allegedly wounded himself while his father feared a desperate act. Mrs Collins was found agitated, Collins was bleeding but alive and taken to hospital. Maintenance arrears and a reconciliation effort were noted amid rising family tension.
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Colline
Yuten
Fremantle
Hisather
Albert John Collins
Bist Arther
Colling
Central News Agency Displays New Window Goods
Cornish's Drapery Store showcases Muslin and lawn fabrics in the center window. Featured are white grounds with colored spots rings and sprigs navy grounds with white floral design and stripes at a price per yard. Also advertised are electro plate ware birthday gifts and a wide range of silver plate items and domestic wares by A. C. Sterkecetust, Bunbury.
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Corniah
Aml
Addrons
A. C. Sterkecetust
Bunbury
Town seen as promising apple and farming center
In the Blackwood district Bridgestown area prosepects are described with emphasis on orchard crops and cattle farming. Mentions Mr CK Proust, Mr OB Dent, Mr Williams, Mr Doust and Mr Court as local landholders shaping a growing rural economy around sheep farming fruit yields and pasture improvements.
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Tha
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CK. Proust
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Oeal
Derkan
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Downt
Shay Otill
Olnarad
Aheim
Ting-Arking
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Bose
Pilla Am Cantra
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