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Newspaper
Bunbury Herald
Location
Bunbury, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 19, 1908
Page
3
A chaotic roundup reports Melbourne court appearance of a cloaked woman in a drunken incident. It notes underground wires, a skeleton, and a medical exam to confirm identity. The piece mentions ships, battleships, and various incidents across Melbourne, Perth, and Beckenhurst with multiple fatalities and legal actions.
The Bunbury Water Board held a Monday meeting in Chambers to review removing a stand pipe, budgeted renewals, and meter matters. They discussed water charges, temporary connections, pumping capacity, and a proposed gravitation scheme with cost estimates around £20,000 to £410,000, plus February pumping figures and coal costs.
Perth courtroom adjourns major charges against several defendants accused of defrauding the Agricultural Bank. Etherington Harring and Stewart named in the proceedings as more cases proceed in the district hearing. Justice Booth indicates the absentee hearing may run to week’s end with Moore’s medical charge to be examined Tuesday.
J A Moots will stand trial for the murder of Delia Clarke in Belmonts. Moots is defended by C Peay. The Attorney General and J B Maxwell will conduct the prosecution.
Porth last night reveals city licenses for selling goods restricted. Street vendors and stall holders face renewed law enforcement. Authorities Sworn to monitor Sunday trading across the town.
Last night Porth and McKanna disputed a statement by A. M'Swed president of the AWA who said no grounds existed for recent charges regarding opium trafficking. He noted friction between Customs officers and police and said allegations against a white man are unfounded. A portico discovery in a room at Tow sday is mentioned.
Local notices list morning prayers and holy communion across Donnybrook and surrounding districts. Services include evening prayers at several chapels, with dates and times such as 7 30 pm and 4 am, led by Rev Secombe and other clergy, including Capel and Ferguson.
The text mentions a trial roadblock and a protracted discussion among officials. An engineer appears reluctant to proceed, while a motion about timing and water payments is noted. Specific names and places are unclear, but references to monetary totals and scheduled events are present.
The Banbury St Patrick’s Ball showcased a festive Irish themed program with a waltzing contest, prizes, and costumes. Nellie Baste won the gunthiner prize while Miss M Center and T Leary gained second place. Miss Bite BieDowell earned the best lady waltzer award amid a large crowd and graceful dress parade.
Reports from Collie describe a successful St Patrick's Ball with a crowded event, stylish dresses, and lively music. The article notes dancing throughout the night and overall festive atmosphere despite minor attendance and decor issues.
New details from Newcastle describe idle miners and a narcotics search aboard the Paroo ship. Hugh Smith of Customs pursues remaining opium at Bunbury while the Ranbil ly State School team suffers a defeat in a Boyan Saturday match.
The Hayti presidency authorizes relief refugees at the consulates to depart to avoid trouble. General Firmen is accused of plotting to kill him, while 27 conspirators were executed without trial. Refugees include General Nadreau and Haiti’s Chief Justice. France refuses to surrender them. In London, March 18, the Tsar commutes General Stowel’s death to ten years’ fortress imprisonment with loss of rank.
London reports on March 15 that Prime Minister Sir Henry Campbell Bannerman is weaker. He bid good night and appeared frail as the cabinet monitors his condition.
The hearing of the petition for compulsory winding up of Jame Laing and Sons was heard on Monday and adjourned for witness examinations. Counsel stated the company had lost upwards of a quarter of a million pounds since 1906. No reasons for the loss were tendered. It was reported that Ging and Sons shareholders decided to wind up their affairs.
London march 18 The Governor of British Columbia Hon Tames Dumnulty plans retirement after labor groups claim magic revelled at him His Excellency’s stance on Japan is cited and he arranges sale of mining properties to an English syndicate for three millen owns
General Damuse and Trader of French forces in Morocco routed the enemy with light French casualties. Details show the foe driven to cliffs and mown down in large numbers. Damade then ordered cease fire after the engagement.
The Axuo stated Chambers of Commerce backed tariff reform by 40 to 30 and lamented that the recent conference did not advance reciprocal trading with the Colonies.
The Central Council of the Church of England Temperance Society led by the Archbishop of Canterbury and attended by numerous bishops passed a resolution endorsing the licensing bill.
The Right Hon. John Burns urged municipalities to cut wasteful projects and align with imperial spending. He noted UK towns spend around £140.4 million annually on works and buildings and suggested coordinated public works could ease unemployment during private trade slowdowns.
Lawn Dennis Memes Wilding and Ritchie defeated the Doherty brothers two sets to one in the South of Frince Championship match played at Nice.
A report from last November described a vessel seen burning on August 23 at latitude 32 deg 30 min south and longitude 82 deg with no sign of the crew. The British four masted barque Silverhorn of 1932 tons under Captain J B Warren may be the ship, which left Newcastle on June 12 bound for Iquique. A British sloop has limited to the area, marooning any crew.
News from St Petersburg reports General Stossel was condemned to death for surrendering Port Arthur after exhausting all defenses. General Fock and Generals Kiuse and Smirnoff were reprimanded or seized. The court praised Stossel’s defense and the garrison’s courage amid heavy fighting.
Fragmented account covers the Port Arthur siege ending January 1905 with Japanese capture of key forts and General Stossel's conduct. It notes alleged missteps, court indictments, and awards including the Order Pour le Merite. The piece details claims of insubordination, claims of valor, and reactions by the Tsar and Mikado.
The Rath Mines parish celebrated the opening of St Patrick's Church with the Bishop of Bunbury presiding at morning communion. Rev Tir Goldsrutths and others attended as organist J.E. Stansfield led the service. The Bishop urged unity to furnish and sustain the new Catholic Anglican styled building. The ceremony included a choir performance of St Patrick's Broadplate and praised designer Mr Eustace Cohen.
Tetrick Carroll faced a summons for using bad language at the recreation grounds last Monday. Constable Dillon testified the vulgar terms were heard by many, and magistrate Mr Birewat condemned the behavior, fining the defendant £2 with a month to pay if in default. The fine was paid.
The Sunday Times Newspaper Co faces a libel suit over an article in Tie Baferes that allegedly connected Adelaide Top, an Australian pianist, with Jack Johnson the African American boxer. The plaintiff seeks substantial damages, claiming harm to reputation.
The article notes a discussion under the Navigation Act about the steamer Gowanbuen now in coastal service. It mentions the crew paid 21s per month and argues owners should pay the ruling rate regardless of nationality, with allowances for white workers.
Across cities from London to Chicago unrest grows as hunger drives children to raid a Grand Street eating house in London. Authorities and charities tighten security as unemployment and cold weather worsen hardship, with 2 million pounds proposed for public works to create jobs and ease destitution.
A largely attended Agricultural Society meeting reviewed receipts and expenditures from the recent show totaling around £178 10s 0d with a credit balance of £7 1s 2d. Government subsidy and publican booth proceeds supported improvements, while members debated ground and building upgrades and future event control.
Yarloop hosts a fortnightly quadrille by the Yarloop Indian club with about forty couples, music by Mire Lamperd, and a harvest thanksgiving service in Yarloop hall led by Rev Irwin of Harvey. Local leader Mr J B Holman MLA is noted as in town during the period and illness among the town’s residents is mentioned.
A correspondence note states that the Bilitor does not sincerely share the views of Louie Torre Boron, clarifying position and stance.
Fragmentary text from Sunbury on suburban roads hoard election shows confusion over attendance and voting. Notes mention meetings, rates, and disputed seating, with references to high rates and a desire for bedrock assessments on improved values amid political tension.
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