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Newspaper

Bunbury Herald

Location

Bunbury, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Mar 17, 1908

Page

3

Mixed international and domestic items from late 19th century clipping

The fragment mentions Me W A Barton son of Sir Edmund Bartes and political career shifts between Melbourne and Sydney. It notes Phillip Fox and other figures, plus varied notes on printing, industry, crime, ships, weather, and public affairs across Australia and abroad with several named places and dates embedded.

W. A. Barton Edmund Bartes London Sydney University Echoice Alter Nn Abeanes Melbourne Pstire Phillip Fox Stee Yatnringa Pere Commonwealth

Correspondence on Rate Payers and District Naming

A letter discusses influencing ratepayers and the naming of urban districts, noting Brunowick as a former settlement and the need to consider a broader district name. It mentions the Roads Board, Public Works Department charges, stationery changes, and advertisement cost borne by the government.

Z Deers Roads Board Tarloop Harvey Public Works Department

Local ratepayer questions Reading farm funding at Brunswick Rows Board

A ratepayer questions whether private land funding backed Reading's up-to-date farm residence, urging direct action by the Members to meet openly and expose past actions. The letter requests timely clarification before participating in future proceedings at the Brunswick Rows Board.

Lears Banbury Herald Menftou

German rail scheme for Africa approved by council

London reports the German Federal Council sanctioned a plan by the Minister for the Colonies Herr Dernurg to build 900 miles of railway in the German African colonies at a cost of seven million five hundred thousand pounds.

London German Federal Council Hae Herr Dernurg

Perth Cricket Drawn Test After Jones Declares Early

Last night in Perth Jones declared at 362 for 6 to try to dismiss England. Howe and Howard built a strong stand for Western Australia before stumps with WA at 265 for 7. Match ends in a draw as England struggle with Bowling by Crawford and Rhodes.

Perth Jones Eavert Dosmiaa Howe Howart London West Australia Lowe Crawford Ss Moyeey Crawford T Hogns Crawford Kelis Catchings Rhodes Gouly Briget Ee Howard Bo Christiano Hardatat Beaund Hogue Noboot Eynnest Hayes Braund Evers Mywund Coyne Tanings Howard Chrystigdn Teawfant Fouen Barnes Rows Efones Rhodes Moysey eJonda Rhodus Evers Kelly Wobout Bouly Bundhee Joven Inns England Pang Christian Hobbs Christian Fordstaff Tiw Coyne Hutchings Evans Cayts Gunn Gut ' Rhodes Chriss Baruvs O Evans Beawford E Chrisrannd Sandrion Thogusu

Domestic Troubles in London Abduction Case

Gaboon Gully surrendered to the charge of abducting his daughter and was placed in Brixton prison. Earlier reports noted Hondams Gully, eldest son of Lord Seilly, ex Speaker of the House of Commons, fleeing to Sweden with his ten year old child under a separation deed.

London Gaboon Gully Brixton Hondams Gully Lord Seilly House ‘of Commons Sweden

Wreck of the Union Liner Newark Castle

The London report says the Union liner Newark Castle is wrecked north of Durban with crew and passengers saved.

London Newark Castle Durban

Canada tightens entry rules for paid passage arrivals

London reports on March 16 Canada banning landing for any person whose passage was paid by a charity or public funds unless a permit is obtained. The Timex correspondent in Vancouver says the policy is needed after several British undesirables were deported, and immigration is growing absurd and muddled.

London Canada Timex Vancouver

China and Japan pledge to curb illicit arms trade

China apologises for seizing the Tatu Maru and paying demurrage while releasing cargo of arms and ammunition. Japan agrees to prohibit unlawful import of military arms and ammunition by Japanese vessels.

London China Japan

Bunbury Fire Brigade Domination At Sporta Event

The Ranbay United Friendly Societies Sporta program drew mixed patronage with 13 shillings gate takings. Hanbury and South Bunbury fire brigades shared top prizes in two contests while Bunbury teams claimed numerous cycling outcomes and handisps.

Ranbay United Yromotlon Rainolahon Eevt Ginghes Dhe Gretrignie Wronte Hanbury South Sumbury Bunbury Burche Wagin Alf Cle Texma McSweeney Webb Tetham Tima Zain St. Patrick's Wheel T'vo Allen Thorley Lcainlay Boyde Ainlay Q Fraser Sheffield Burchell Tydu Owens Michael Lome

Local Collie Notes Include Accident, Visits, and Library News

An injury report from Darkan mentions Mr Lavender sustaining an accident while driving. Dr Rigby attended the injured man. Madame Marie Narelle arrived en route to Hunbury, with crowds gathering in Collie to glimpse the visiting singer. The article highlights the Mechanics Institute activities, library updates, and a brave rescue by Mr Dietins on the river after a near-drowning incident.

Bunbury Andianca Collins Tab Ingee Colle Aethors Conparatine Collia Tharewith Brest Gstropolis M. Gavin Bunny Morin Nere Presentation Convent Collis Savarel Naw Marie Mareilo Temore Uriah Reeal Prinsman Madame Nurelle Collie Loars Maris Barrelle India Benk Dietinso Rivar Stroggis Secon Tims Lickisean

British Politicians and Liberalism in Economic Policy

The Spectator argues that Lloyd George and Churchill favor a liberal program backed by state nationalisation of railways and canals and home industry supports, funded by bounties and expedients, while avoiding tariff reform to sidestep accusations of stealing union thunder.

London Spectator Lloyd George Winston Churchill

Five Pennsylvanians Suspected in State Capital Swindle

London reports that five officials from Pennsylvania including the architect contractor and auditor have been implicated in a swindle totaling 1,800,000 tied to the building and furnishing of the State Capital.

London Pennsylvania

Wales Triumph Over Ireland in Rugby Supremacy Test

A great contest unfolded Saturday afternoon as Wales defeated Ireland for rugby supremacy by one goal two tries to one goal.

London Wales Ireland

Pacific Host World Tour Aimed at Peace

Tokyo Foreign Office officials claimed the U S decision to send the Pacific Host to Australia would end war prospects and guarantee peace as the tour around the world was announced by Washington and London on March 18.

London United States Pacific Australia Foreign Office Tokio

Boy Killed in Gun Accident at Bootenal

Geraldton reports a fatal gun accident on Bundy at Bootenal. Joseph Petar Bake, nine year old son of George Baker, a prominent local resident, died from an accidental discharge. Police investigated the incident and cautioned residents on firearm safety.

Geraldton Joseph Petar Bake George Baker Oppar Abapmés Bootenal

South Australian Senate Election Result Report

Adelaide observers note Me Vardon was reelected as Senator with a large majority over Me O'Doughlis after disputed irregularities led to the voiding of a prior claim. The late count favored Vardon in the state capital as votes were tallied last night.

Adelaide Me Vardon Me O'Doughlis

The Man of Many Wives Guilty in Bigamy Case

Arthur Hyne or Witshof the bigamist faced a Bristol court after pleading guilty to three indictments. He received seven years penal servitude for bigamy and five more for fraud, while his victims and the crowd reacted with shock and pity during the sentencing.

Rondon Eabrasry Arthur Hyne Briviol Son Ivy Yusre Ron Hyne Sir Charles Mathews Alown Fisges Byne Bigamlat Witshof Ty Bullnis Witzhof Western Resener Reader Witshol Fred A. Schotss George Muller Albert Reider Thore Bristol Weelarn Bell Bond Torse Liltln Birnie Teball Posson Ste Caleridva Bynd Alethian Maryarst Stevens Beinlington Aumnat Kate Auolia Matthews Young Oman Weetons-per-Mere Uate Thomas William Pack Brislington Anesolan Obatin Hynn Parcival Clarke Lord Coleridge Lansing

Alleged Murder at Perth

Elisabeth Peers was remanded for ten days on a murder charge in Perth after Lily Turner’s death. The case drew police attention as investigators anticipate further action in the courtroom.

Perth Elisabeth Peers Lily Turner Acow Heer Og

Drainage Chief Evaluates Bunbury Works After Inspection

Mr Pidgeon, chief engineer of the Water Board, visited Bunbury and inspected local drainage. He praised the pipes used, plans subterranean tests beneath the railway line, and hinted the drains might be rerouted to avoid current piping.

Pidgeon Bunbury Umderneath Kit Depeetmsot Ong

Stabbing Aboard Steamer In Perth Port Case

Last night in Perth a Malay seaman stabbed George Blair after a scuffle over a pipe aboard the steamer. Blair, in charge of the animals, was wounded in the thigh and the assailant was restrained. another Malay armed with a knife was kept at bay. No further details available.

Perth Hardy Broome Wioholax Ragahorses Singa- Poceportatal Intiuis Cammarvon Orem Ramon Atranges George Blair Blair Alalay Elsie

South West Australia Seen as Prime Orchard and Wine Land

A special commissioner extols the South West of Australia as a vast fruit region with high land values and strong orchard potential. He notes climate, soil, and market prospects for apples plums and wine, citing European demand and the advantage of shorter voyages for Australian canning fruit. The report urges developing fruit culture and vine lands to boost national wealth.

Totel Landscapa Diateiot California South Africa Europe Avia Africa Colombo Saboutta London Hamburg Australia Cis Commonwealth Europa America Wight Thetr Baer Galionnik Vhia Wynn

Day Dawn Murder Suspect Sights Uncertain Outcome

Fragmentary local item notes Henith and Bow T Allan relation amid executive council delay. Includes stray ad lines for Central News Agency services and Bunbury establishments.

Adventures of the South Bunbury Correspondent

A long rambling diary style piece recounts travel from Wallington to farms around Dardanup with encounters of work sought, farm life, a Crick Club official, and a tale of dogs, wild birds, and bush mishaps told in first person. The narrator recalls meeting Mr Lowrie and Uncle John, and describes feeding fruit, mutton jokes, and a chase with yakkings while camping near a homestead.

Opaagh Tawid Bairan Lowrie South Bunbury Fowler’s John Tioor

Hon H W Venn An Appreciation In District News

The death of the Hon H W Venn is noted with sorrow across the Par Ruson district. He was a neighbor of Mrs Yaun and helped found the church at Dardanup. His charitable disposition and willingness to assist will be deeply missed by the community.

Derdanup Brotharls-Law Ted Gardiner H W. Venn Par Ruson Stata Mre Yeon Cohen Ferguson Herw Osama Dardanup Deni Sud

Worsley Notes Show Crowded Week of Events and Plans

The Worsley notes describe a large audience at Bet day events, a lively dancing round, and praise for promoters. Nominations and subscriptions rise for Engine Saturday athletic sports, with many training groups forming and a secretary preparing grounds. The town looks forward to visits by nearby groups and a busy schedule ahead.

Mfr Ules Aasic Iit Worslayites Pevnien Worsley Engine la Boy Metian Histo J.B. Molman

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