20 Jun 1912
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Newspaper
Bunbury Herald
Location
Bunbury, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 20, 1912
Page
1
Surrey bowled Australia into a strong position as Matthews retired with illness and Abel led a steady counter. Jennings injured, Macartney and Mayne steadied, with 329 needed for victory. England nominates team for Lords clash with Australia.
South Africa and Somerset battled to a draw at Bath as Somerset were 127 all out in reply to South Africa 9 and 36 for two at tea. Pegler took six for 42 to star for the visitors, while Tancred and Baylor steadied the second innings for the home side before time ran out.
A major dyke broke yesterday near Indian villages on the Colorado River causing widespread habitation loss and casualties. Indians built a log raft and floated it down the river then swung it across the dyke gap in a risky but partially successful rescue effort.
Strike committee reports plan to block ships diverted to Continental ports. Several Atlantic ships delayed at Southampton where 200 extra police guard protestors against free and imported laborers as emigrants head for Victoria.
Inciting soldier Fred Cresley who in February distributed reprints of the Syndicalist call to fire on strikers among troops at Aldershot has been sentenced to four months imprisonment.
Commander Pars piloted a dirigible with two pilots hovering at about 1000 yards above a Turkish and Arab camp at Pidhauste near Benghazi. Bombs were dropped while Turks fired muskets and shells without effect. More bombs dropped, position reconnoitered, and photographs enabled an Italian plan of the camp.
London June hearing witnesses propose boat accommodation for large liners and larger lifeboat tonnage. Sir Norman Hill argues boats cannot hold 2,000 passengers on short notice while urging substantially increased boat numbers. Sir Edward Shackleton warns against high speeds in ice zones and opposes lookout buoy arrangements.
Mr. Marconi testifies about experiments to create an alarm for his system 60 to signal danger and calls. He expresses hope of success in applying the device to warn of danger.
The libel suit by Archbishop Clarke against John Norton, publisher of the Truth, continued with evidence from the plaintiff Henry Lowther Clarke. The case detailed Nash allegations, church appointments, and communications to bishops of Wakefield Queensland and Durham, with Clarke’s background and career outlined.
A 12 a side match between England and Scotland pros in Edinburgh finished with a tight result. Varden defeated Braid by a hole in the singles, while the pair Braid and Taylor beat Taylor and Varden by one up in the doubles.
London Inns 18 report from the National Rifle Club meeting where Sergt. Martin scored 74 points in 15 shots at 900 yards, 76 at 7,000 yards, and 73 at 1,100 yards.
Cost of Living in Canada continues to rise with a noted 10 point increase on standard commodities over the past month reported from Ottawa. The article highlights broader inflation concerns and price pressures affecting households nationwide.
Queen Alexandra expresses confidence that General Booth, despite blindness, will with Gods help continue his noble work that has blessed the world. General Booth gratefully acknowledges the message and resolves to press on with zeal in his missionary effort.
Last night the Federal Parliament session resumed in Melbourne. The Governor General's address urged national prosperity and growth. Proposals included appointing representatives to the Imperial Committee, appointing a Commonwealth Bank governor, £500,000 for taxation relief, maternity grants, and constitutional referendum plans. Defence Act amendments and the Navigation Bill were discussed along with adopting the 4 ft 8 1/2 in railway gauge. Western Australia confirmed railway alignment, with hopes of completing trans Australian and cross state connections including South Australia.
Paris June 18 aviation note records a dirigible voyage with six passengers aboard. The craft lifted successfully, marking a notable event in early air travel as observers noted ascent and journey details.
A stableman named Shaw employed by George Willy and Co. was dragged about 600 yards when a horse bolted during a routine ride. The horse tripped and fell, injuring Shaw’s ankle and causing bruises to his head and body. He was taken to the hospital for treatment.
Last night at the Boulder Club track, the Boulder meeting opened with Hainaul t hurdle and Tramway Plate events. Favorites included Combo at 7 to 4 in the Hainault Hurdle and Veracious at 6.7 in the Tramway Purse. Dividends listed for straightouts and betting trends.
Viftoon trucks of ohadl were on sale at the railway yards this morning. Prime quality fetched £5 and the prime was sold at 64 1S 8d. Lower grades fell to £3 12s 6d. Poor types and damaged lots cleared at £2 2s. Oaten chaff sold at £4 0s 0d.
Jams have advanced 20 percent this year while grocers anticipate a 74 percent price rise. Butter is scarce in the East, and goods from Adelaide FOB London to Melbourne show varied rates. Bunbury riding prices list potatoes, bran, oats, wheat, chaff, bacon, butter, cheese, and eggs among others with multiple units and regions cited.
Busselton Butter Factory owners Mackarlane and Co. Ltd deny circulating reports they sold the Busselton branch to fund a Bunbury venture. They state no sale has occurred and warn that spreading the rumor harms their business.
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