20 Feb 1915
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Newspaper
Bunbury Herald
Location
Bunbury, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Feb 20, 1915
Page
1
The Kaiser reports to the Imperial Chancellor on the Mamiumi Lakes battle. He notes bold Russian resistance, minuscule German losses, and a glorious victory tempered by devastation in the Drow district. The Russian raids are described as outrages leaving nearly desolate scenes.
In a local hearing farmer from Moulton faced charges for using a bottle brand as a temporary mark on 100 sheep to prevent mixups. The inspector argued brand must be permanent. defendant claimed temporary marks are common to protect stock until shearing. Judge considered intent and potential penalties.
A chaotic but vivid notice highlights surplus stock at C. W. Snowden’s shop in Stuphenetrees with promises of major bargains. It mentions a forthcoming event on March 1 at Bridgetown with various attractions and the aim to thank patrons for their support.
Reported German blockade claims say British ports like Bristol Liverpool and Glasgow ignore threats. Submarines designated to lay mines, with 120 mine laying subs said to operate, directing efforts against northern waters.
The Commonwealth Statistician notes the need to adjust for medically unfit applicants. A 20 percent allowance is used to estimate eligible males under the Defence Act. If 20 percent is deducted, the total would be 1,131,360 males eligible for service.
The Capal meeting drew a large crowd as the Gspall Stakes over a mile and a quarter was won by Mow Boy at 6 to 1. Mentona and Yewrow filled places amid a tidy program. a protest against Propellant in the Ladies Purse was dismissed after evidence. Results included Trial Handicap won by Propellant, Sapling Stakes won by Mow Boy, and the Ladies Purse favoring Propellant with Smelter, Thorda in the frame.
A Traders Association deputation met the District Superintendent on railway issues. They raised Government take over of the Garzabup Joop line siding and lavatory car rules. Officials noted finances limit siding changes and crowded express services, but promised to review suburban passenger access and future timetable adjustments.
Last Friday evening at Ivorybinda Croquet Carnival featured a four to perform format with about 30 players. Highlights included Mia Flynn and Mrs de L Walker beating Mrs J B Teeda and Milas Foreman for trophies, Oakley winning the top points prize after a playoff, and H M Lawrence winning the cork guessing contest. Proceeds totalled about £5 toward new croquet courts and a future carnival at Rapter is planned.
Notes placed on the Bunbury Association agenda for April include urging government action for a Bunbury harbour master office, a stamp system for producer egg supplies, fortnightly Local Court sittings in large centres, and publication of local court cases.
The Bom bury green hosts a Pennant day with A and B teams named. Skips include Vercheur, Parkes, McCay, and Knight. Be teams feature Hinckley, Steere, Pohe Scott, and others. Emergencies: Exclwaton, Moore, Rora, Sommers, Gardiner.
The night express to Bunbury suffered repeated delays due to automatic staff failures on the Brunswick-Waterloo section. For three nights staff errors and rule requirements delayed trains. a morning delay was caused by a hob box. The situation at Waterloo as a crossing station prompts consideration of appointing an officer in charge.
A debate unfolds among the Affiliated Traders Association and the Warehousemen's Association over hawking by aliens, featuring Mudda Khan. The exchange questions policing, supply duties, and whether hawking breaches the Hawkers Act, with calls for police action or clearer trader responsibility.
Mr Krwitmeyer of Kinny ad Mawr pier on May 1 was struck by a pipe while crossing the South-West end center, sustaining injuries. Mr Wy Kusshaven, a Perth team member, went to aid and joined the operation, but he was left in weak condition after the incident.
Political gossip notes an appeal in Perth for a round table conference among parties to discuss affairs and possible positions. It mentions Mr Susie Onkdnee and Mr Gardiner, formerly Treasures in the Walter James Ministry, noting cleanup of affairs during that period.
A Commonwealth Electoral list on Wednesday includes defendants not showing up for appearances. Names referenced include John Astley Haymmm de B Snowden, Henry Bullock, Martin Wine, Joan Hunter, Mary Combleholme, Olive Margaret Rutherford, Robert Ford, Millie Jean Hunter, and Eileen Church. Several others failed to appear.
Various church services listed with times and sermons. Preachers include The Reator Bishop Rev. Ataaly Jaren and Rev. Chapmen. topics cover Genesis XIX Romans 1 19 and war relations to attention. Includes multiple halls and congregations across Bedord Hall Waterton and Roslands.
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