VESSELS IN PORT AND SHIPPING NOTES
Maritime notices list vessels in port with captains and origins including Durbao Natal Port Elizabeth Fremantle and Cape Town with sizes from 98 to 1907 tons. Expected arrivals include Albertinas Gregorio Elvira Ennerdale and Ennerdale barque. Hobart departure delayed by holiday closure and light shipping activity with a reported sighting of a chip at 8 20 am.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frodel
Nortyne
Tone
Velmert
Durbao
Millacs’ Co
Eles
Hqua
Hallburg
Natal
Timber Corporation
Monrosa
Alderson
Port Elizabeth
Jars K
J. Co
Livi
Tierrowdale
Vons
Janesen
Millars
Lady Penrhyn
Norbyne
Lehland-Evelien
Cn Town
LTI
Spencer
Alf
Nor
Baie
Andersen
Fremantle
Millars’ Co
Koorinen
Thomson
and Son, Nyantn
Albertinas
Barquentine
Mauritius
H. H Abrahamson
Azent
Gregorio
Bqua
Capetown
W Millars
J Go
Elvira
Rexirigues
Monte Videos
Ennerdale
Bis
New Zaland
Par
Barqua
Collins
Feu Fremantle
E.s. Hobart
Eastorn Stator
R. Ferrat
Ross
Foundations of West Australia Remembered in Old Chronicle
The Bunbury Herald recalls the 2 June 1829 Parmelia landing at Cockburn Sound with Lt Governor Stirling and 69 settlers. It notes the rough seas, hardy pioneers, and rapid growth from frontier camps to ports and cities, framing a century of progress and the deep past starting with Dirk Hartog’s 1616 voyage and plaques on Dirk Hartog Island.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dar
Parmulia
Cockburn Sound
Stirling
Rmigrants
Parmelia
Garden In
West Australia
Bnt
Mimele
Dirk Hartox
Shark’s Bay
Dirk Hartog
Servre
Australia
Dawn of a Nation: Australia’s Early Explorers and Settlement
A fragmented 19th century account traces Dutch navigators in the 1600s, British and American voyages, and early Perth settlement efforts. It covers names like Batavia, de Vlamingh, Vancouver, Fremantle, Stirling, and the Swan River colony, noting land sales, city status, railway opening, and the 1892 gold discovery at Coolgardie. The piece reflects on progress, governance, education, and the push toward a self governing state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willinon
Evan Dampier
Australia
Cygnet Bay
William de” Viaming
Rottnest
Rottenest
Cottesloe
Vancouver
Discovery
Albany Harbor
Albany
Stirling
Perth
CH. Fremantle
H. M.S. Challengir
Swan River
King George
New Holland
Fremantle
St. George's Terrace
Hay
West Australia
Coolgardie
Mysterious Fragments Spur A Farmer’s Wealth Parable
A fragmented claim blends allegory about farming and labor with phrases on ploughs spades and prosperity. The text contrasts silver and gold edges to symbolize value in work, urging progress through direct effort and disciplined craft. The garbled lines suggest a rustic, moralizing commentary on labor and advancement.
Local and General News Includes Football Clash Near Bunbury
The column records a mix of notices from a local paper. It mentions Model Parliament delays, recruitment for the West Australian Infantry Regiment, postal deadlines for the Eastern States and New Zealand mail, probate for Robert Scott of Bunbury with estate valued at £2087 69 1d and executors Henry William Scott and Daniel Lennon tague Scott. It notes the Teesdale Smith Cup to be held June 22 at Hammon Juny 22, Boole stone’s orchard, Boyannup. It advertises W Zimpalhar stock and hotel/private lease offers, and reports Highgate Hill football team arriving in Euphory to play Bunbury, with a social at Gordon’s Motel to follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Zealand
Hanbury
Robert Scott
Bunbury
Henry William Scott
Daniel Llon
Tague Scott
Highgate Hill
Sny
Gordon's Motul
Botha Responds to Strike Deputation on Mines
In a London cablegram Premier Botha replies to a deputation of European skilled mechanics and miners on strike. He says the government has appointed two commissioners to conduct an executive inquiry into grievances and that if supervision of mine machinery is found unreasonable legislation will be enacted. The deputation says troops are acceptable only to protect against Chinese and native threats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Botha
Tradera
Hilly Burchan
Aleep
Grand Duke’s Narrow Escape in London Incident
Anarchists released an unguarded engine to collide with the Sebastonol express carrying Grand Duke Constant ine but the attempt failed. Prince Fushimi of Japan departed Liverpool for Canada. Chicago packing houses including La Plata Cold Storage Co signed an agreement to cover Argentina’s meat supply.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Sune
Constantine
Prince Fushimi of
Japan
Liverpool
Canada
Bunbury Fire Brigade Fancy Dress Turnout
Bunbury Fire Brigade members staged a humorous street parade and a fancy dress football match on the Oval to boost finances by about £15. The procession, led by Land and Superintendent Stokes, featured mixed costumes and comical tableaux, followed by a football game showcasing a makeshift fire engine and display of a fire extinguisher.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bunbury Fire Brigade
Oval
BC Land
Spencer's Corner
Victoria
Stephens Streets
Watt's
Brigade
Beech
Black Maggie
Stevens
Ghie
Tommy Stokes
Bobby
Foreman Temple
Deacon Shimmy
Clifford
Koombana Snowflake
Kay Baylis
Coon
J. Conley
Tommy Graham
G. Atkins
Lulu
W. Shehan
Charlie Owens
Duramy
R. Clifton
Lily of the Valley
Tom Banting
Darktown South
Stokes
PY. Muswell
Parktown Militia
Woodrow
Charlie Hugo
Zola to be translated to Pantheon this July
The French Government has decided to translate the body of the late E. Zola to the Pantheon in July. London reports the government will carry out the funeral translation as a formal honor to the famed author.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
E. Zola
Pantheon
Heavy Fines Hit Oil Affiliate for Stifling Competition
A Standard Oil subsidiary was fined 1,623,000 duollars worth 324,600 pounds for illegal practices aimed at stifling fair competition. Mr Mistowski to conduct Trinity College examinations in Australia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Standard Oil Company
Mistowski
Trinity College
Austra- Vie
Health of Chamberlain Failing after Continental Tour
London report notes the Right Hon. Joseph Chamberlain is not improved in health. Returning from a continental tour he walked with a stick, leaned on a friend, and could not acknowledge cheers. His family says he bore the journey well despite fatigue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Joseph Chamberlain
Kalgoorlie Market Report Notes Mixed Prices In Dull Session
Masera Piesse Lown and Ltd report a dull Yahinet market with modest arrivals. Apples at 7s and 10s for peats. pears and cauliflowers show slight gains. lemons, cabbages, and potatoes range in modest figures. Poultry prices listed for fowls ducks and turkeys with small variations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Masera Piesse, Lown and,, Ltd
Hannanatrant
Kalgoorlie
Raport
Fis
Crokers
Awadea
Simplex fire extinguisher exhibition inspires Bunbury firms
The Bunbury display praised the Simplex fire extinguisher for halting a minor blaze, with local firms and individuals showing intent to purchase. The piece notes broader relief concerns, labor strife, and debates over energy costs and lighting as the port faces economic strain and shifting wages.
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Indivingla
A Prospector's Wooing At Mick's In The Mount Maraupet
The tale centers on the Mount Maraupet district prospectors in a rustic camp. Bob and Jack O’Connor vie for Sylvia’s favor in a rugged mining life, with tales of camaraderie, danger, and yuletide plans amid camels and makeshift bars. The narrative blends rough frontier humor with affection and loyalty among mates.
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Mick's
Fob
Haye
Scotty
Storgines Bol
Jack
Fisk
Lousbatt
Bob
Siven
Gelden
Tucker
Mick
API
Dyese
Atuod
Sylvia
Yoesem
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Locke's
Uleir
LOCKE
H. Locke
Wellington Street
Bonbury
Fremont Branchee
Euphury
Northam
South Restantin
York
Beidget
James
W. James
Bunbury & Donnybrook
Mead
Mead’s
Butbury
Victoria Street
Mead's Furniture Emporium
Viepa Youny
Thomas W.L. Wilson
Locter of Dentistry
Harvard University
J. H. Carr
F. W. Steere
Bullying Society
Chambers
Stephen Spreet
Port OF
Intellights
Annivans
Hybart
Capt. Brebner
Fromanti
R. Forrest
S.S. Vancouver
Goodwin
Fire Fly Garden
J. G. Baldock
Vistoria Street
Thomas
Kofflene
Thomas & Co
Victoria St
Bunbury Herald
Batavia
Toutman
Capsain Pelsiat
Pelsart
Straius
Chinpion
Urey
Geraldion
Linatiel
Awetralia
Furnure
Hammon
Yampel
W. Zimpalhar
Stati Boridas
Liny Pach
Sredau Servier
Rand
Grand Duke
John Ball
Juba Ball
Prince Fushimi
Zola
Trinity College Musical Examinations
Birmingham
Ee Market Report
Carr and Co. the Chemists
Faa
Worsley
Queensland
Rockingham
Owen
Buinhory
Hne
Cmbine
Boubary
Anishina
Adessh
Wbteaf
Henderson
English
Unbury
Loa
Axford
Buswell
Jace
R. Ctochrane
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