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Newspaper
Bunbury Herald
Location
Bunbury, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 28, 1908
Page
3
Fragmented items report football, boxing injuries, a murder case with a suspect named Walling slok, burglaries, a railway accident, court fines, and assorted local incidents in Balgoorlis Boulder and nearby towns. The text mixes unrelated events with vague details and several misrendered names.
Social and personal notes report travels and visits of Bunbury residents and associates. J Hands, a Bolger's brewery traveller, enjoys a holiday in Spain before returning to Bunbury. Me Delchery plans a return, with Me Fillywhite acting as Bunbury branch manager during his absence. Conate Sen has moved to Anderhy Liscolnalire, where his son G Christie is Anglican rector. Chelstie intends to celebrate a birthday in the old country and attend the Pan Austragon Congress in London. Foreman to leave Fremantle for Ipswich after six months, with Bishop Goldsmith and others joining regional representations. The Bunbury parish preparations begin Monday.
The document outlines proposed four ton truck rates and handling rules affecting goods moved through Bunbury and Perth. It notes restrictions on unloading, loading, and storage, the role of the Railway Department, and the need to avoid daily depatch of goods to prevent confusion. Local representatives warn the plan may mislead residents about daily dispatches and prompt complaints.
Directors discuss site and plant plans for a Bunbury dairy venture. Mr Kinsslla, government expert, outlines tendering, equipment, and a modern plant, with emphasis on dairy farming, cow stock, silos, fodder, and a capable manager to drive returns. Multiple farmers urged to engage and prepare for a new waterskin era.
John Eliott was found guilty of attempting to defraud the pads of justice in the Illingworth affair. Evidence of the accused character was provided by prominent city musicians. After hearing the war Tour with dabes, Justice McMillan considered the Criminal Code power to impose a fine in place of imprisonment and fined Eliott 2200, paid immediately as he left court with friends.
Nominations for principal events close Friday with many entries, croyding and a children's prize on Easter Monday are planned. Bunning’s Hamilton mill closure affects workers who found new jobs. Massie Lynas and Begera praised for timber work. Social life includes a quiet park gathering hosted by Mrs Sinclair. weather mild with cough remedies sold by Central News Agency.
London reports the United States Supreme Court has awarded Dublin harnessmaker Concoran and Hannah O Callaghan, two Irish peasants, £150,000 left by an Irish American cousin Sullivan.
The Liberata declare that the Peckham-Hyw election result makes it imperative to pay the Disensing Bil. otherwise the Liberals may face fines or lose all byelections. The note signals a harsh political stance in London.
London reports Sir Henry Campbell Bannerman remains in hospital after a revital night. He will stay about a week unless his condition changes, with no further deterioration noted beyond the initial illness.
Labor leader Keir Hardie, returning from a colonies tour, said loyalty to the Empire is superficial and colonial enthusiasm is lacking. He asserted tariff reform would not tighten imperial bonds as colonies are ready to concede nothing yet.
The Ryland Estate probate is estimated to benefit the state exchequer by about £550,000 with the deceased’s personality netting approximately £3,645,692 in total.
March 27 London An Australian premier Mr Price the Premier of South Australia visiting London was invited to preside over the concluding portion at Queen's Hall. He rebuked the Suffragettes for interrupting and told them their methods were wrong. Australian women believed his stance would anger his British blood and he would not yield if they attempted intimidation.
Sir Robt. Giffen, former Economist editor, warned that the war chest could be tested by a great war disrupting international credit. He said the banking position showed liabilities near nine hundred million with available reserves at most fifty million, creating genuine danger.
London reports Roumania has expelled 10,000 Jews from its territory. Citizens face severe hardship and displacement as authorities enforce the expulsion. The dramatic action draws international concern and refugee concerns.
Tinix is quoted at 143 pounds and 15 shillings per ounce with 4142 forward prices noted, reflecting futures trading activity. The report highlights the price levels and forward contract figure as part of the market bulletin.
Lloyd George spoke at Queen's Hall urging the government to stand firm against liquor during wartime, calling the liquor traffic a social menace and warning Britain faces doom if hypocrisy continues. He said the fight is just beginning and the nation must push through with vigor.
A sweeping licensing reform bill before Parliament proposes tax and regulation shifts across licensed houses, with compensation for closures after a 9 year window. Measures include a 33,000 public houses abolition, altered Sunday opening hours, and a state compensation fund managed by a central authority. Local magistrates gain powers to enforce restrictions.
Perth reports counsel Mr C Penny for Moore, jailed ten years for murder of Delle Uirike, announced intent to appeal to the Full Court on grounds of jury misdirection by Justice Booth.
A lengthy discussion outlines Japan's government plan to nationalise 17 private railway lines at about 244 million pounds, paid as bonds over five years. Opponents argue the move harms economy, banking deposits, and currency, while supporters see a major shift in state control and potential long term impacts.
A major audacious bank fraud traced to a London Bath area contact involved fake sight letters of credit. £20,000 plus was mobilized through a New York bank and presented across cities including London, Paris, Milan, Rome, and Munich. The scheme relied on forged documents and photo imprints, fooling banks worldwide.
A large deputation in Perth urged restoring the Saturday half holiday and ending the Wednesday arrangement. MLA Harry Brown presented petitions signed by 228 local residents and 871 others, urging revision of the old order. Speakers cited country inconvenience and blamed shopkeepers and metropolitan areas for the current system.
The Roumanian experience shows 2000 miles of line yielding 3,000 inhabitants per mile while state ownership funded 230,092.60 for purchase and construction. For 1905-04 receipts were £2,500,000 and expenditure £21,480,000, highlighting a public burden amid agriculture-dominated travel and limited private rail demand.
Collie reports on delays to post office completion and a planned council celebration. The Wesl ey Church farewell for Mr Hay, new pastor Rev Mr Shruater, and renovations to the Mechanics' Institute reading room are described, along with a serious accident at Walloondinvolving a young man named Annesley. A schedule for Easter Monday sporting events, the Collie Athletics Club preparations, donations drive, and a list of event committees are outlined with local figures named.
A contemporary interview with Capt. Pidgeon of the Australind discusses apple export plans from Australian orchards. The piece details pricing, packaging costs, freight, and who bore risks and profits, noting limited capacity and the potential for larger shipments.
Averard Cameron appeared at Bunbury Police Court after being deemed of unsound mind following a drink episode near Dardanup. He sought liberty to resume work and the court considered ordering him to pay jail costs and contribute to Constable Cordell’s expenses. Cameron agreed to contribute once employed.
Edmund Shepherd chaired Thursday meeting to reorganise the Teenis Club with 15 members. Mrs Shepherd to donate a trophy. Tom Graham praised for leadership. Newlands small bore club branch opening planned. J B Holman visited to rally timber workers, resulting in 17 new members.
In Boyanup recreation grounds a juvenile cricket match featured Kitupp and Boyanup State schools. Boyanup, led by captain W Ross, won by an innings and several runs. Master W Seote of Stratham, a pupil, starred with 50 runs.
Bedford Wall hosted a charitable social for Bishop and Mrs Goldsmith ahead of their trip to London on the Asturias. May Hissop opened musical numbers while Mrs Coral Secombs Pimneroy and others performed. Canon Dueling and local officials praised the parish effort and urged continued good work in the Bishop’s absence.
A drafted statement to rational churches in England outlines beliefs on God the Father, the Holy Spirit, sin, Jesus Christ, faith, pardon, and the church’s role in transforming society. It asserts biblical authority, truth from God, and reconciliation between science and religion, signed by notable clergy and educators.
The Rev R Campbell attacked a manifesto claimed by Congregationalists and English and Welsh church leaders as theological cacet at City Temple. He denounced the revival of Modernists and warned the pope’s influence, while speakers defended orthodox views and questioned the manifesto’s aims.
A fragmented South Bunbury column laments dull town activity, mockingly surveys council meetings, street drainage worries, and local officials. The piece recalls St Patrick’s church opening, notes personnel shifts, and recounts odd local incidents including a stubborn bullock and a squatter’s escape, all wrapped in a humorous, timeworn community voice.
An old advertisement from the Central News Agency Bunbury promotes “Good Sight for all” with a call for glasses fittings. It mentions A C Cook and claims special lines for interchangeable frames and travel items. The text urges readers to call for assistance if vision is not as it should be.
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