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Newspaper
Bunbury Herald
Location
Bunbury, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 11, 1919
Page
3
London reports on June 10 as informing inland authorities to deliver assent by June 13. The notice indicates active steps to formalize the treaty and Germany’s role in the process.
New York reports Thomas Sopwith chairman of Sopwith Co said Hewker would not attempt a second trans Atlantic flight this year. The Sun quotes the London dispatch stating the plan to try again has been dropped for now.
The New York Times Paris correspondent notes Mr Naniole’s statement on the United States agreement about their respective duties. The report signals a diplomatic stance on mutual obligations and the official tone suggests ongoing negotiations between nations.
Melbourne June 10 The 6.25 am exproaa train from Melbourne left the rails near Gulati temora engine and three passenger cars overturned in unclear circumstances. No passengers were seriously hurt though some sustained minor injuries. Conductor Mason of the Toit ad og techs reported the scene.
Reported to health authorities an outbreak in Perth has led to all patients being moved to hospital care at Victoria Park. Cases traced to Kenwick and Midland Junction with additional origins from Phar, Siveek, Fly and Leonora.
A collage of names and life events notes readers and families connected to Perth and surrounds. Mentions include Mrs Cecil Clifton of Perth and Mrs B Clarke of Flealands, Oliver B J Dourthope returning from five years in the Australian Field Artillery, Gunver Jack Lows heading home from Alexandria, and the Doyle family welcoming Sister Nellie Doyle after four years in the mission. Also recorded are Congregational Church notices for Rev W Parker, Rev J Mahatty, and Rev W Gath and congratulatory remarks for J W Hollier on a seventh anniversary or term milestone.
A severe gale last Saturday night drove wind from the east to west and north west, causing wreckage and damage. Boats and jetties fared badly with many motor boats lost or adrift while streets, fences, and roofs suffered partial damage. Municipal works and the jetty faced impact as repairs began under the mayor and Electrical Engineer Mr Phillips.
In a weekend matchup at Forrest Park South defeated Bunbury 64 points to 9 behinds, while Bunbury beat South 74 points to 43 behinds in another clash. Pickersgill Hanton Sinclair Hislop and A Bunwell starred for the winners, with James D Walls Gibbs and Trott among contributors for Bunbury.
Notice to Advertisers Casual advertisements are received up to 9 30 pm on Tuesdays and Fridays for the following day's issue. Alterations to standing advertisements should be notified by 5 pm on Mondays and Thursdays. After that hour altered copy may already be printed.
A large Dardanup crowd celebrated Private Marcus Coonan returning from four years of service in Egypt and Gallipoli. He arrived on the Dorset after quarantine, with townsfolk amid a triumphal procession as engines announced the homecoming. Residents report weather woes from Fremantle storm and note local: spudgrowers finish swamp crops and a postponed Boyanup match due to tempest. Mrs Goody travels to Perth to visit her son and friends in York.
Rain favors seeding across the district with fallow crops improving and lambing expected though ewe condition may limit offspring size. A blazed track to Hell's End is cut for £2, not linking to Paradise in Dardanup. Repatriation day in Dinovinup on May 23 reports excellent results with details pending. Private and officer returns cheer locals as more servicemen are anticipated. Handy Food Co offers cooked meats and sausages. Chronic Chest Complaints ad for Woods Great Peppermint Cure.
The Harvey Road Board held its ordinary monthly meeting with Chairman T. Hayward and eight members present. Financials showed receipts of £9 7s, with payments to Road Board, Drainage, and health accounts. balances listed for Road Board and Drainage. Reports covered street works in Ath and Tek streets, flag display for the 7th War Loan, vermin board plans, bridge works, train service negotiations, road repairs on Uroc Road, and surveys linking Mornington Harvey Road. Subdivisions, reserves, and tolls/rates were discussed, with committees urging erosion control and gravel removal disputes.
The Lyric Theatre presents Wild Life featuring W Desmond and L Ko comedy Her Unmarried Life. Friday shows The Tigress with Olga Petrova and Max Linder Come Across plus Season of Childhood starring child actress Mary McAllister. Woods Great Peppermint Cure advertised for coughs and colds.
A letter argues that arbitration has failed to ease rising living costs and industrial unrest. It advocates producing direct between producers and workers, limits on capital earnings, and government action to curb speculation, urging co operation as the cure.
Correspondent tHeoui reports Private Harry Bysna returned from two and a half years native service and was welcomed at Wilga Hall on Saturday May 31. Mr B Shepherd presided, Private Evans responded, dances and supper followed, Evans later travelled to Perth by train on June 3. In a Quoit Tournament on Sunday Mr E Hauling won by three points. Local shop ads note Australian Tweeds and winter wear at five guineas per suit with on-site tailoring.
The Bunbury Municipal Council endorsed Dr Joel’s urgent outbreak precautions including vaccine supply, nursing volunteers, masks, and premises readiness. Emphasis on Fresh Air League Building for treatment, with beds and utensils ready, and arrangements to recruit nurses and organize food stocks.
An advisory touts a sluggish bowels cause of chronic ailments and endorses NUJOL by Standard Oil as a safe lubricant laxative. It claims NUJOL is not absorbed, does not disrupt digestion, and is pleasant to take, available at chemists and stores.
A list of dated events with times through December, including July 13 0.28 a.m. and August 12 at 40 am, plus September 10 11am and October 9 9.39, and November 8 7.35 a.m. The notes reference Borondill Con and Great Peppered Cure with numbers 159d Wasi 2890.
Our correspondent reports a Perth Presint visit to Donnybrook hindered by tempestuous weather. Soldiers Memorial Hall work makes progress though tenderers withdrew leaving day labour under Major Summerbayes supervision. Architect has arranged materials and labour with work to begin within three weeks. Mrs C C Mitchell and her son return to New Zealand after a Perth holiday.
Saturday events featured a 200 and 800 yard race with a Spoon shout. Cowen emerged as a new member with a strong performance, seen as a future asset for the club. The next shoot is scheduled for June 15 over 500 and 600 yards as the second stage of the quarterly aggregate.
The Imperial Government paid Australia 135 million pounds from 1916 to 1918 to buy wool wheat meat and dairy. The programme supported producers and urban industries while funding war finance.
Bridgetown correspondent reports Mr Escott of Pemberton died June 2 at Jarnadup Hospital and was buried June 4 with Rev Father Reidy at the graveside. Pte Phil Gray returned home on a clean ship avoiding quarantine. Upcoming events include a Bond Board meeting June 12 and various community activities.
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