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Newspaper

Bunbury Herald

Location

Bunbury, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Mar 24, 1908

Page

3

Execution of Smith at Fremantle Morning

The condemned man Smith, recently sentenced to death for murdering W. J. Clinton, was executed at Fremantle under executive council orders. He appeared composed as he mounted the scaffold and declared his repentance, reciting a verse and expressing readiness for judgment. A confession is believed to be written, and letters from his spiritual adviser suggest sorrow for Clinton and a plea for God’s mercy.

Orth EL. Stith W. J. Clinton Fremantle Executive Council Thaen Hick Gorerner Moston Smith Tee Sheil Shane Swith Caton Clint Clinton Batoru Ipft bin Beith Ebioh

Do Women Want The Vote Opinion Polls Reveal Mixed Views

A fragmented editorial discusses whether women should have equal citizenship rights. It surveys public sentiment, noting many oppose suffrage while a sizable minority supports it. The piece references polls by a city editor and the Shetland poll, highlighting debate over enfranchisement.

Roads Board Elections in Beath-Weat District

In Beath-Weat district west of the Roads Board, candidates matched vacancies. Bowevur and Sumox roads board nominees filed for last Thursday's elections, drawing strong interest across the day. The results declared the fire Chem wire duly lined, with GREEROUSHES listed among the outcomes.

Rods Sumox Roads Board Thareday

Races Marked by Turbulent Sailing and Handicaps

In a windy Saturday yacht event the leaders battled for the lead with spinnakers and ballast handling. Defender edged Lotus after a close tussle, while Corbett and other boats struggled with gear as wind and current tested crews and handicaps amid calls for course tweaks and river safety concerns.

Moe Wneet de Tooder Limit Cotas Imin Beece Cui Tion Himin Corbett Loti D-tander Shic Ehold Ghradmin Zemoe Latur Ghradmin Queetlin Jerstirn Lotus Collis Preston Callin River Alan

Brunswick Versus Armatah Cricket Duel Ends With Victory

In a hard fought match at Brunswick on the 21st, Armatah posted 164 in reply to Brunswick’s 117. W Row impressed with 6 for 36, while Jenking’s 16 contributed to Brunswick’s total. The Lumpets Club meeting Wednesday aims to wind up the season after this close contest.

Brarnwick Maldvon UNL Warhnetem W. Row Bop Tin Brunswick White Hut Rose Joe Gibbs Ben Jenking Roe- Inmdathas Folkowing Asorse Boelands

Annual Meeting of Western Australia Teachers Union

The seventh annual meeting of the union was held in Banbury, presided by Mr Painley. Several officers were elected, discussions on Lay Tom Lut, Scottland, and other topics were forwarded to conference. A celebration of Suspic Dag was debated. The social event at the infants' school attracted over 50 teachers with musical items and toasts.

Painley Wilson Lice Amdrewarthe Setuvon Newt Mr Milkigan Foe Buspice Alec Dieyunayd Chase Banbury Mers Echool Tucough Wylie Audrewartha Grigg Miles Botte Weil Gantiouyn Leo Milter Tay Yea

Ubtedate Circulating Library Item Inquiry

Fragmentary OCR notes mention a circulating library update with a quarter reference and terms about scheduling. The readable text implies a potential start time being adjustable, with scattered phrases including Grapheagall and hart Sub. Further context needed for precise event or person names.

Eyebom Grapheagall the. Hart

North Ward Vacancy Sparks Budgetary Debate in Meeting

Metre Hl Hollemann and Wy b. Thom as faced a ward vacancy vote amid a heated council meeting. Mr Fraenkel resigned from the ratepayers last evening. Speakers argued over expenditure including Electric Light and jetty works, while governors urged prudent spending and better drainage, roads, and health measures.

Hollemann B. Thomas Fee Mort Ward Casa Fraenkel Tr Ramesy Thomas Convassime Thalaatram Amit Haennati Tyre Holtzman Clifton-strait Ssbury Thor

Mornington Mills and the West Australia timber trade

A detailed, nostalgic look at Mornington in Western Australia, describing Mornington Mille, its workers, mills, housing, and social life. The piece highlights the timber industry’s scale, railway logistics, and related labor conditions, praising the workers and regional development while noting alcohol absence and community facilities.

Mornington Milly Inbor Uwining Chyaring Anricatt Thartucea Ingeansounr Nual Mornington Mills Milla Sven Addes Brivrnese Dda Sven Luvar Hunwey Aonstant Ths Rngular Ancemion Australia Stata Bocinlinm Mornington Shoud

Nature study session guides rural teachers to science

In 1908 a Proudly themed nature study event drew teachers from Busselton Coolup Quindalup and Huwohuey to Banbury Harcourt for a three part program led by Mr Milligan. Demonstrations covered plant and animal life sea shore geography and practical classroom methods showing inquiry based learning and daily observation records.

Pridey Sud Busselton Quindalup Huwohuey Mulligan Kiropp Bern Melbourne Lesch Australia Hunbury State School Chow Nalere Wijonen Lafunte Hart Milligan Thors Wars Leeson Ohiddsa Banbury Toachers Bosch Jonson Msbure Natara Chile Meilligen Ubu

Scottish Rugby Team Defeats England In Keen Contest

London March 0d A large crowd witnessed a keen contest between Scotland and England rugby teams. The Scottish fifteen won by two goals, with four goals in all. Two came from drop kicks from the field, while England scored two goals by place kicks.

Scotland England Scniel

Sir Campbell Bannerman In Grave Condition

The Observer reports the Prime Minister Sir H Campbell Bannerman is gravely ill with heart disease and a serious attack of dropsy, worse than medical bulletins indicate. The London dispatch notes the severity of his condition and the added complications.

London Mure Observer H. Campbell-Bannerman

General Stoessel Sent to Peter-Paul Fort in St. Petersburg

General Stoessel who faced court martial over war actions at Port Arthur and had his death sentence commuted to ten years of penal servitude has been sent to the fortress of Peter-Paul in St. Petersburg.

Theo Amast Duarte Ewan London Marsh Stoessel Port Arthue Fortres Peter-Paul St. Petersburg

Dishonest Scotch Lawyers Arrested in London Case

Report from London dated March 23 states Henry Lamond and J Lang, two Glasgow lawyers, have been arrested on charges of embezzling £100 belonging to the Royal Infirmary. The article notes alleged involvement of other parties and a trust for legal matters.

London Henry Lamond J. Lang Glasgow Royal Infirmary Hell

Furman Sets Record Flying Seven and a Half Miles

Another Aeroplane Record report from London on March 23 describes Furman winning a £2000 prize in Paris last year and setting a new French town record today by flying seven and a half miles. He circled the town three times during the flight and landed softly from a high airship about six metres from the ground.

London Flenty Furman Paris

Japanese Emigration and Tokyo Ambition in Paris Interview

Baron Kogoro Takahira, Japan s new ambassador to the United States, said in Paris that Japan and his countrymen aim for direct emigration to Korea and Formosa. He added that American battleship feats would be welcomed on arrival, while in Japan a desire for peace and no war prevailed.

London Baron Kogoro Takahira United States of America Paris Korea Formosa Japan

United States Pacific Fleet to Visit Japan

London reports The Times correspondent says U S Pacific Squadron’s planned visit to Japan is a milestone. The piece notes growing ties between the two nations and Roosevelt’s role in easing tensions. Japan reportedly values the honor of the American fleet’s visit.

New York Times United States American Pacific Squadron Japan Jourest America Roosevelt

Electoral roll access sparks complaints in Perth

In Northwest Perth, residents protest delays in obtaining the new Legislative Council electoral rules and registration forms. Officials warn that applications must be filed 14 days before writ issues, and late submissions after next Thursday will not be considered. Voters fear their names may not appear on the rolls due to unavailable copies.

Perth Sortham Legislative Council Inut

Federal Postal Business Meeting Appoints Committee Chair

At last night’s Federal Zasinot gathering the committee consisting of Mere sad Kedling was appointed by the senate for healing. The business proceeds quietly through the common room.

Nelbourns Todsy Zasinot

Mining Fatality At Norseman

Perth last night reports a mining accident at Norseman where two workers Jobo Petersen and Arthur Leouris were buried by a fall at North Mine. Peterson, an experienced miner, survived with injuries while Leouris was believed dead as rescue efforts continued by fellow miners and authorities.

Perth Jobo Petersen Arthur Leouris Aerthy Peterson Priacums Boys North

Banbury Conference Appreciation Marked by Milligan’s Teaching

Reports from the Banbury conference praise Mr Milligan for his practical teaching on nature and Sesober. Teachers express gratitude to Milligan, Braddock, Clayton, and others for their hospitality and support during the gathering, with thanks extended to the Biruth-Weet teachers for their reception.

Hathan T. W. Paisley Milligan Braddock Clayton Eatiatanca Banbury

Civic Farewell to Mr Fraenkel in Bunbury City Council

The Bunbury Mayor led a civic farewell on Sunday for ex-Councillor Mr Fraenkel who leaves for a prolonged tour of Britain and the continent. Attendees included T, Disgiennd Af LA, Cre Ramesy, Spencer, Steare, Boswell, Baldock, Masta G. Hayward, Banckendorth, Monthous and Rev J Tiller. Fraenkel received a formal valediction noting his long municipal service and expressing best wishes for his health and safe return.

Pyaenkel Britain Disgiennd Af LA Cre Ramesy Spencer Steare Boswell Baldock Masta G. Hayward Banckendorth Monthous Rev J. Tiller Clarke Preaprsal Frankel Fraenkel Franko Wil Cy Rameau Stoore and Spencer Vary Fraonkal Bonckendoelf Ruankel Bunbu Secend Water Board Cottopillar Great Britain Thys Bunbury

Bunbury City Band Chooses Contest Program and Practice Schedule

The Bunbury city band selects a varied program including Vallisare, Australian Flowers, and Veni Vidi Vici for the Boulder contest. Twenty eight players will join the quickstep, with twenty four musicians in each item, excluding drummers. The band plans regular practices, aims to show local musical merit, and seeks public support for its championship bid in the state.

Vallisare Vici Barbaat Ervice Priaa Shaw Hich Ie Napeogla Ad Wa Boulder Hanbury Utrio Wadnonda Banbury South Banbury Bryadesales

Collie News NotesMiners Union Meeting and Local Plans

In Collie Arthur Wilson representing the Minors Union attends a meeting to discuss disputes and easing tensions. Town reports indicate a revival of trade and planned social events including a forthcoming Female’s table event in April. Local officials Zollaar and Holmes visit Collie. social programs and a distribution of duties are outlined for community outreach and upcoming section activities.

Collis Arthur Wilson Louree Perth Tuadarat Thors Collie Barn Tom Lash Collin Amrushing Nuzroging Imapestor Holmes Mr Zollaar Collie M Zollaar Aue Sundar Rhonp Preston

Commercial news brief from Kalgoorlie market report

Markets show weak demand with vegetable prices varied. Apples and pears scarce, cabbages and onions mixed, greens and fruits range broadly. fowls and turkeys rise slightly while peaches and plums move up or down with regional shifts. Commodity quotes list many items with inconsistent figures.

Market report on Dalgety and Company stock March sale

Dalgety and Company reports Eastern and Southern stock market activity for March. Prices eased for aged cattle and sheep while good porters and baconers showed revival, with quarantine relaxations from fever affecting demand. North sale and Pingolly consignments featured large drafts of sheep, cattle, and horses, with varied prices and cautious bidding.

Dalgety and Company, Limited Varios Weagyin Northammala Northammala, Sre Pingolly Esat Beverly W. Nivd Tuyere Tork Pingally Idedd AG Nuzrogin

Emigrant Laborers Sail From Britain to Australia

Western Australia celebrates the first batch of agricultural laborers and domestic servants who sailed on the Omrah. The Agent-General urges that only qualified workers proceed, as the government plans to cover travel costs for agriculturalists and related trades, while shop clerks and similar roles are unlikely to receive support.

Sramantin Omrah Om ‘Thureday Western Australis Wantare Australis Lane Ametralia

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