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Newspaper

Bunbury Herald

Location

Bunbury, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Jun 04, 1908

Page

3

Municipal Council Hears Health and Housing Matters

City board reviews hospital plans for a temporary ward and a permanent addition. Health inspector reports on diphtheria measures, food supplies, slaughterhouse oversight, and private dwellings in Wittenoom Street. Officials seek improved ventilation, sanitation, and enforcement of by laws.

Ap Jeciation Tutute Thy Stud Board Roth Grinteads Ant Starsaan Duscovar Eny Waport Balch Sinan Coeat Cronld Hague Central Board of Health Baaith Board Isicldo Dinea Sugat Conauraps Privain Hospitale Amt Avithur Emeistarad Thare Aco State Children's Department Huisasee Ratbieh J. 1 Wittenoontreet Baepetf Wittenoom-strest Woolf Han Ques Mont Merigus Wistecona-street

Council notes and decisions on town works and finance

The council discussed the Hasith and Fire Hrigadas Bills and planned a conference for July 14. It approved funds for musical instruments and a new crusher, reviewed drainage and road works, and authorized reports to be adopted while debating council members' conduct and the cost of municipal improvements.

Municips Counsil le Tire Co Football Association Prefan Frimnall Mtstion Emma AL North G. Sharp Beawad Ce ‘Thomas Pscot Sepa Hanbury Fesianie Buawel Abel Weimp Steere Baswell Ida Pub Gratore Stone Street Guilfople Beaund Street Sewart Atrest Rermess South Banbury Raneay Tilind Maedamiad Alhurod Charlie Vawe Cal Misainup Sponter Ce.Steore Cr. Thomas Gr. Koras Cr. Steorn Thomas Wat Peymant Busbury Vaub Gourail Alma

Fire Brigade Meeting Minutes Outline Officer Roles

Last evening a meeting approved committee roles for the fire brigade, naming the president as chair and outlining the executive committee composition. It details duties for secretary treasurer, subcommittees, and appointees, plus pay and duties, with positions open for application.

Executive committee duties and budget provisions

The notice outlines duties of the executive committee to manage housing and victualling accommodation, appoint and remunerate officers, and present audited balance sheets. It specifies equal monthly allocations, a 78 percent draw from amounts due, 25 percent to be paid on audit, and treasurer duties to handle funds and report at meetings. It also assigns duties to executive committee members to resolve disputes and allocate any profits to financing a new fire brigade building.

Entn- Sand U Ball Thare Storstary Beerstary Belary

Post Office Classification Shifts in Western Australia

The Postal Department reclassifies towns into new grades with Bunbury, Albany, Eucla, and Albany under higher classes, while Bunbury gains promotions for officers and薪 transfers. Names, allocations, and salaries are listed, including transfers to Yarloop, Bridgetown, and Kurridaly, with deadlines for offers to manage the portage facility in Gardenup.

Wnre Geruid Fremantle Enlgrorlio Tornie Western Australia Bunlder Wobh Albany Eucla Garalitton Gallio Banbury Bunbury Cass & Postymane Ueships Ewey &Anlary Ryhn Boulder Nalacy Guardia Laverton Toonegee Greanbughes Claremont Aq Jarvest Lloyd Wasing Brennan Ona Incited Yarloop Wt & Mlary Counnollig Donnybrink Bratamick C. &. Kirkby Brush Arrow Donnybeivik S. Bearley Bridgetown Avrandale Youba Lunnonville Burgess L. Soitt Harvey Hows Williamn Mr. G. Maguire Baysoup Perth Jens Hudadabe Uardenup

Fire at Mr Bargin's tailoring shop in Victoria Street

Shortly after midnight on Monday smoke Issued from Mr ML Bargin s tailoring shop on Victoria Street. Fire brigade led by Bremen Woodrow and Stokes arrived and forced entry, quickly extinguishing the blaze with a plug used water jets. Stock suffered water damage, insurer Manchester Fire Insurance Company. Adjuster not yet arrived. under brigade supervision.

Mesors TV Martin HL Stokes Ore Fromen Carr Woodrow Buswell Moore ML Bargin Salsblohment Alee Bremen Leora Slaith Marton Champion Memenger Stokes Bireman Woodrow Howe Biah Janes Bengin Manchester Sunbury James

The Odgers Tragedy Inquest Reveals Double Deaths

An inquest into the deaths of John Odgers and another man concluded that the killer lost his wits before killing himself in a similar fashion. Evidence showed the suspect borrowed a revolver and 100 cartridges from a pawnbroker on the morning of the murder and suicide.

John Mr. Odgers S Barth Mander Sincida

Train Robbery By Boy Bandits Shocks Passengers

London reports a train robbery in Montana carried out by three boys aged 12 to 14. Passengers were terrorized during the stop and robbery, with some attempting to flee and shot by the youths. The trio were arrested later the same day.

America Montan

Correspondence reveals theater dispute and mayoral clash

Fragmentary note shows a clash over private boxes at a theatre. It mentions a Lancashire ed company and Bunbury suitences, with mayoral involvement and confusion over identity. The damaged text hints at revised bin use and correspondence about the matter.

Monealors Bunbury Berth Theatre Bay

Bunbury Fire Brigade Demonstration Aims for Next Year

The Bunbury town council surveys lessons from 1905 fire brigade visit and plans a larger demonstration next year to attract visitors and boost local enterprise. Officials stress funding, hospitality standards, and public spirit as essential to success and enduring town benefit.

Boobury Brigady Detmoneem Loeur Bunbury Westra Australia Sanbury Bax Imanos Cone Pople Avery Im Bunbury Choowe

Australia, Navy, and Empire Support for Strengthening Defence

The Daily Mail cites Australia s civili siana on the visit of the American Beet to the Commonwealth, arguing it shows a force capable of protecting Australia. The paper notes the navy cannot be strong at all points and gains support from various Empire States.

Daily Mail Australia Cviulusiana Commonwealth

The Powers and the Porte Autonomy of Samos

London reported June 3 that the Powers warn the Porte to maintain Samos autonomy. The Porte promises to withdraw once order is restored on the island.

the Autonomy OF Samos Samos Mus

Missing Gainsborough Portrait Found at Hackney Doorstep

The stolen Gainsborough painting titled Girl, taken from Mrs Wetherly’s Kensington home, has been recovered. It was discovered beneath the doorstep of an empty house in Hackney. Police are investigating the theft and recovery details.

Banbury Gainsborough Mra Wetherly Kensington Hackney

Massacre Reported in Macedonia as Balkans Tension Rises

A Greek raider band massacred 15 of a group of 40 Bulgarian peasants in Gelda, Macedonia. The incident prompts Greece to restrain raiders to ease regional disorder, amid tensions involving ex-Minister for Foreign Affairs Al Taura.

Macedonia Greece al Taira

Joint Action of the Powers on European Macedonia Reform

The Russians indicate support from Rue in France Italy Germany and Austria for Sir Edward Grey in guiding foreign affairs on the proposed Macedonia reforms. The note outlines a coordinated approach among major powers to manage the plan.

France Italy Germany Austria Edward Grey Zaks Ira Macedonia

Ocean liner Mauretania makes record voyage to London

The Cunard liner Mauretania, using three screws, completed the transatlantic course from New York to London in four days 20 hours. Both Mauretania and Lusitania have met the government requirements.

London New York

Outbreak of Plague Hit Hong Kong Mortality High

Reports indicate a renewed fever outbreak in Hong Kong with a high death rate. One European individual has been targeted by the illness as authorities monitor the spread.

Hong Kong

The Catter Elsie Arrives Safely at Port Hedland Port

The Catter El rs, once feared lost between Port Hedland and Connack, arrived safely at the first named port today after a night voyage.

Port Hedland Connack

Old Age Pensions Bill Goes to Second Reading July 1908

The Old Age and Invalid Pensions Bill was laid on the table of the House of Representatives shortly before rising. It provides pensions for residents aged 65 or 60 if permanently incapacitated, with five years of Commonwealth residence, good character, temperate life, and continued marital fidelity for wives, applicable with matching conditions.

Milbourne Commonwealth Hans of Representatives Australia

Gambling game ban reported in billiard room case

American Pin-Pool, Porth, Lass Nueht, Harry Fowar and John McDonald were charged after authorities alleged no gambling game could be played in the billiard room. The case notes 410 and 41 od ovate in records, reflecting a contested permit issue and enforcement actions.

Lass Nueht Harry Fowar John McDonald

Sunday football on the Collie council agenda sparks referendum debate

The Collie municipal council faces a decision on Sunday football amid controversy over morality and religious observance. Proponents note clubs cannot field on Saturdays due to workers and scheduling constraints, while opponents cite demoralising effects and urge strict conduct rules. A referendum may settle the issue for good.

Collis Aeven Collies Stawarda VOX Populi VOX Byt

Hor j Brouchin Coughstalv Woods Great Pepparmint Our

A fragmentary item mentions Hor j Brouchin and Coughstalv Woods in connection with Pepparmint Our. The readable text provides no clear event date or outcome and lacks verifiable details for a fuller summary.

Brouchin

The Marvel Loch Affair in Woatara Australis

Frances Nawport an Indy figure faces arrest amid alleged misappropriation of £800 from the Marvel Loch affair. She served as manager, overstepped duties, and allegedly moved funds while orders required surrender of old shares.

Malbourne Frances Nawport Heer Woatara Australis Hy Company Sharon Abe

Fatal Accident on the Junee Derby Last Night

Iain Bteer of the Lunce reports that 12 darn McCartlaga fell at the foot of the stairs aboard the steamer and died. The skull fracture proved fatal and the deceased was buried at sea.

Derby Iain Bteer Lunce

Preston Valley Estates See Rail Line Boost and Growth

A Bunbury Herald report details Preston Valley Junction properties along the new line from Donnybrook. It describes farms, irrigation plans, orchard, sheep and cattle operations, and railway impact on land values and development from Donnybrook toward Bridgetown, highlighting owners like Mr Deyo, Mr Inglis, and Pearce Bros as growth accelerates.

Inglis Ia Taglin Bouble- Waal Preston Railway Ingli Grassor Ingliny Bottermant Abe Preston Bridgetown Togile Blaskeood Mallee Furrmatand Hering Menara Pearce Eros Tee Steere Jayes Finn Tanto Pearce

Political Pith on State Politics and Premier’s Revenue Plan

The piece critiques the Premier and his party, citing alleged failures and political tactics amid calls for reform. It references the Morning Fernid stance on Creacurar Lyme revenue diversion and debates over customs policy and state governance during Swouth Wales period. The text mentions Mr Gregory, the Wines Department, and reactions from newspapers to political maneuvers and public expectations.

Lyme Stata Actiala Bill Haus Tim Shen Commonwealth Walla Castor Chik Eee Michael Svar

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