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Newspaper
Bunbury Herald
Location
Bunbury, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 05, 1913
Page
1
A Thursday night ship robbery led to quick investigation by Constable Gee. Two sailors, Carl Vohinvey and Wolfegang Neteh, were arrested after stolen groceries clothing boots and other items were found in the tunnel and chain lockers. The two will be brought before the court charged with theft and possession of stolen goods.
Ernest Geo Went known as Nutty dies after illness following eye injury from bicycle spoke. He was hospitalised in Perth after falling ill Wednesday and died Monday. Funeral held at Auglivan Cemetery with large attendance. Canon Adame officiated. Also note late Sydney Baker died Tuesday from accident injuries near Bunbury Jetty. funeral from Clifton Street to Anglican Cemetery.
The article criticizes the Government for ignoring Bunbury’s irrigation project and the South-West region’s needs. It argues Bunbury’s representatives have been dismissed and funds diverted to other items while essential infrastructure remains neglected. It alleges miscalculations and calls for action on harbor, bridge, and railway improvements, accusing officials of contempt.
Wires from Perth to Bunbury took over four hours to reach the regional town during election week. Officials consider declaring a few days 휴oliday to allow government departments to maintain timely service amid holiday and Sunday interruptions.
The poll indicates Liberal 38 to Labor 37 with absent votes central to the result. Labor leads in the Senate across histories in West Australia South Australia and Queensland while the House shows Labor 32 Liberal 11 with independents unpledged.
Inspector Brophy, longtime Kalgoorlie officer with a 14 month Northam break, is transferred to Bunbury. Inspector Lappin of Albany will replace him. Sub-Inspector Duncan of Menzies moves to Albany. his district will join Kalgoorlie district from June 6, 1908.
J J Kennedy a noted mining man from Southern Cross died after a sapling fell while he was working on a mining lease yesterday. He fell back and died before aid could be secured.
A timber worker on the South Wharf, Melbourne, fell while unloading timber from the steamer Cagino. He slipped and struck the steamer, then fell into the water. Rescue by fellow workers came after a minute, but he was dead.
Perth markets report a mixed day with shaft wold high at 47 and medium lines reaching 3 10 to 3 170 in trade. Buyers and sellers noted volatile prices as wheat and related produce moved through the stalls.
Several men faced Police Court for drunkenness and disorderly conduct in Victoria. Accused denied or admitted charges with varying pleas, witnesses describing arrests and force used. Bench fined £2 to £4 or short imprisonment. multiple prior convictions noted.
Today at St Pauls Cathedral a special 8 pm service marks the Feast of St Boniface and the Annual Intercession Day for Bunbury diocese with a sermon by the Bishop of Bunbury. Duchess of Orleans amid maintenance suit news follows, plus local social notes on farewell and community events.
Bunbury Harbor officials report urgent need for temporary relief after the steamer Tyals could not berth for about 24 hours, incurring £100 in losses and demurrage. A letter from Megare Smith and Co. urges a 100 to 150 foot jetty extension to improve bunkering and deep-water access, while government action is sought to secure interim harbor facilities to preserve trade.
May figures show births totaling 63 with 28 males and 35 females. Deaths include six males and four females. Marriages recorded total two.
The May Tachor statistics show imports £1387 exports £6994 customs and excise £6 1d pilotage and light dues £231 15s. A confused closing jumble references Bunbury Rutter and unrelated phrases.
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