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Newspaper
Bunbury Herald
Location
Bunbury, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 07, 1905
Page
3
Count Cassil, the Russian ambassador to the United States, said in an interview that if General Linovitch is defeated Russia would not pay indemnity but continue a passive war within its frontier to weaken Japan and push them to terms.
Tandon reports Wyiv denial that Japan planned to execute Admiral Rojestvensky if captured. He says Japanese deterrence was aimed at Larikari rather than immediate execution, clarifying strategic intents after the Turports incident.
A naval ship suffered a catastrophic explosion piercing the engine room. Debris and wreckage scattered as five hundred bodies were reported, with the deck torn and the crew's fate uncertain amid the chaotic scene.
Fourteen Russian sailors survived fifteen hours in the sun after drifting toward a Japanese port. The group endured intense heat and exhaustion before reaching safety.
A Russian minister of finance M Kukowlff faces pressure as funds for the war cannot be raised. A proposal by a Grand Duke suggests imposing a war tax on every Reuven, triggering threats of resignation.
London reports that on June 6 members of the Russian Journalists' Union chartered a steamer on the Neva and passed a resolution demanding the convocation of a representative constituent assembly. The piece frames the revolution as ongoing and not final.
Weam reports Harvey developing into a modern agricultural and horticultural community. The Rev W H Boake leads a strong church advancement with Mornington Brunswick and Cokeray groups, while Mrs Boake organizes concerts to fund a new building and rectory. New teacher Mr Hiflen joins, engaging pupils and aligning with progressive movements.
Empire Day celebrations at Hacvey School proceeded with indoor activities after rain halted outdoor events. Students enjoyed readings songs and athletic games indoors while the rector and local families donated gifts and supported the event with generous contributions.
The Bunbury Poultry and Cage Bird Society reports a successful August show with 409 entries and 32 members, plus plans to add a dog section. Government poultry expert Mr F H Robertson judged, and prizes include two egg sets from Mra Te Devring of Subiaco. The year ends with a £19 8s 2d credit balance and government subsidy £25.
Burlington Hotel owner and three companions faced charges over alleged Sunday liquor use with police testimony and boarder versus guest questions debated. The court dismissed the liquor claim for lack of solid evidence while approving two-gallon licenses for Bunbury Brewery and Boigel Brewery and transfers for Capel Inn and Dardanup Inn with completion stipulations.
The London cricket crowd of about 15 000 watched Anstrilia win the toss and bat first. Noble bowled well for King’s Road but Yorkshires batsmen, including Wilkinson and Armshiaw, struggled to 11 for one at stumps. First innings details list several score events and players, with Australia and England links noted. bronchial cough remedy advertised at end.
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