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Newspaper
Bunbury Herald
Location
Bunbury, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 01, 1918
Page
3
A letter notes that galumas welcome all opinions but rejects official identification with correspondents views. It states all correspondence must carry the writer's signature and address, even if not published, as a sign of good faith. It mentions repatriation and green bushes as context.
To the Editor the Greenbushes Road Board is urged to expand beyond locally raised funds and to use its influence on land acquisition and welfare for returned soldiers. The writer cites Senator Millen and Mr Ovington, argues for real farming and orchard expertise on the board, and points to local land opportunities and economic needs. The letter suggests consulting Mr Wass on pig demand and Mr Hinckly on butter to boost supply and market viability.
A Donnybrook ratepayers meeting dispute notes that reported claims of blank cartridges were incorrect and accuses a reporter, Mr Reading, of misrepresenting remarks. The letter defends ongoing road repairs near Noggerup, urges culvert and gravelling improvements, and warns of another petition if progress stalls.
The Capel Road Board held its ordinary meeting on Saturday May 25 with members A E Maars as chairman and colleagues Scott Payne Dunkley D H Higgins and J E Higgins present. Correspondence from Lands Department PWD and Colonial Mutual Insurance was discussed including bridge surface concerns and proposed repairs at Two Old Bridges and Gutmanns Bridge. Accounts totalling £163 12s 5d were approved and matters on road closures drainage and returned soldiers welcomed were addressed.
May 28 1918 Horace J Minors writes from East Kirup urging Banbury to back the WA YMCA appeal with £22,500 for a further year. A strong committee has formed and will organize Triangle Day and volunteer efforts to support soldiers’ comfort and recreation during the war.
Empire Day observed with school ceremonies and patriotic singing. Children marched to the recreation ground with flags, later enjoying a lunch and sports to raise funds for the Soldiers' Comforts Fund. Reports note local injuries, a drapery window exhibit of soldiers photos, stray anecdotes, church meeting on appointing a curate, and a late-night dance.
The article reports a population around 800000 with modest growth and details on births, deaths, migration, and savings. It notes 1198 excess deaths, 3,000 travelers, 22 female births per 26 day period, and banking activity with £1,119,470 deposited across 81,807 savers. Agricultural outputs include pigs, sheep, cattle, and other livestock, with gold production mentioned as dwindling.
The document notes daily production of 500 machine guns by Americans with a goal of 1500 by November. It covers economic and industrial hints from wartime era, including overseas shipping moves, government spending on substitutes for motor fuel, and various maritime and labor concerns. It reflects broad imperial trade and military production context.
A long paid testimonial praises Doan's Backache Kidney Pills for kidney trouble, backache, and urinary issues. The ad urges immediate use to prevent dropsy or Bright's disease, quoting Mr M Veale of Bunbury South and noting price 2/9 per bottle with six bottles for 15/3, via Foscer McClellan Co., Perth.
Notice seeks arms for missing cords of fire wood delivered to dredges and cites the manager as a contact point. Wording implies a request for all or part of the specified quantity and location. Absent full details, the item remains a tentative public notice with emphasis on delivery origin and authority.
Proposals invited for a parcel of land at Quan Beach on Park lands with four chains frontage and estuary view. Tenders due by June 3 1418 to the West Australian Trustee Executor and Agency Company Limited Perth. Creditors must file claims by May 18 1018 with Marker Parker solicitors.
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