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Newspaper
Bunbury Herald
Location
Bunbury, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 09, 1908
Page
3
London May 8 British budget figures show expenditure of 152 million pounds with revenue of 157 million. Prime Minister Asquith will devote about 4.8 million to old age pensions starting at age over 70, providing weekly payments of 7s 6d for married couples.
London reports a recrudescence of extile driving and lawlessness in Ireland during May. The piece notes rising unrest and concerns over public order and safety.
In a German report the Crown Prince of Servia allegedly staged a dangerous experiment by shooting a lit cigarette into a soldier’s mouth, fatally killing the smoker. The soldier’s body was sent to his father with no explanation given.
London May 8 Government outlined old age pension plans in the Budget. Pensions would be restricted to persons 70 years of age and older, with eligibility based on income limits and other disqualifying facts. Prime Minister estimated up to half a million pensioners with a maximum annual cost of about 226 million for the first year.
London May 8 Mr Asquith announced that the National Debt at the end of 1908 would be reduced to £696,000,000. He compared current progress with 1888 and noted annual reductions of £9,000,000 under predecessors and £15,000,000 per year under the present administration.
London readers see mixed views on the budget with Conservative MP H Chaplain praising Gladstone era effort while the Standard attacks free trade. The Telegraph and Chronicle hail the budget as sound reform and the Daily News notes Lloyd George's progressive momentum.
The Wesley circle met Wednesday evening to honor choir members and discuss future events. Miss Brittain spoke on penny savings and the value of work, while Manors A.C Cook and A. Gibbe commented on the choir's progress and duties.
Testimony from residents of Woodlupine and South Fusbury praise Doan's Kidney Pills for curing chronic backache. Individuals recount pain easing after use, with belief the remedy targets kidney-related distress and improves daily function.
In London in May Mr T Price premier of South Australia condemned Britons for buying Siberian butter. He said it was produced under cruel conditions simply because it was cheaper, sacrificing the continent'sadvocacy and standards.
Dr Winter, medical adviser to the Anwer, interviewed in London, says Afghanistan’s ruler is distinctly friendly to the English but cannot repress anti English tribes due to his brother's plots. Naveullah Dr Winter believes the Ameer fully backs the Anglo Russian agreement but has not signed it under outside pressure.
The withdrawal from Khaiber was due to the Indian government's decision while Afghan mullahs pulled back from the border district areas, attributed to the Ameer's influence.
The London Standard declares a weekly supplement The Standard of the Empire to be issued gratis with each Thursday edition. It will feature cable and other items from the colonies. The Standard receives subsidies from Canada and the Commonwealth. the move is viewed as highly unreal.
King Alfonso pardons Nankeus Sharra Matta during the anniversary of the heir to the throne. Matta was imprisoned for attempting the assassination of King Alfonso and Queen Ena.
Commercial news from May 4 notes a softer sheep market with ongoing rains and rising fodder costs, steady pig prices, and strong demand for good draught horses. April 28 auction at the yard saw a quieter sale with limited bids and mixed lots including ewes, lambs, rams, and weaners, while private sales list several consignments and regional prices.
Market notes from HL Griffith Premier Austion Mart show a decline in summer fruit demand as Sommer departs. Prices listed include table grapes 1s 3d, apples 1s 2d, cabbages 6d, Tasmanian be 6d, oats 4d, and Algerian oats. Various goods such as corn, Chad bags, and other items priced with small unit values are recorded.
A benefit concert at Bunbury featured a diverse program with vocalists and instrumentalists. Notable numbers included Bulch's pieces, Donizatti selections, a Lacrussia Borgia arrangement by the Bunbury City Band, and performances by Miss Hilda Hough, Mr P H Vine, and Miss Lenore Batts. Spectators praised the choir, soloists, and the two dozen senior pupils from the Library State school, though some tuning issues at the bus-out set.
A long list of donors and supporters are noted as contributing to the Docton Relief Fund with thanks and recognition. The text records numerous names and partial affiliations as part of ongoing charitable donations and gratitude.
The Burbury Football Association held a Wednesday meeting at the Fedeval Hotel with Mp O. B Spencer chairing. Delegates debated playing arrangements and a new ground, with decisions postponed to clubes and a tentative schedule for a Saturday opening match between Bugbury and Railways.
Auction notice lists a varied stock of silver mounted liquor stands, dishes, bowls, pots, jugs, and teapots with ornate names. Also mentions silver mounted purses card cases bags and driving accessories plus watches, stationery and exhibitable goods. Location details are incomplete.
Fragmentary OCR text lists multiple racing and horse names with inconsistent formatting. Readers are left with scattered entries such as Good Wool Handicar and Medina among others, plus odd pairings and misordered words suggesting a results page or roster rather than a coherent story.
The article lists numerous horse names and entries for a Glyvdwagd Handicap race as Hickenbotham defers a decision on Barton's pairing with steps.
Report from Melbourne last night on the interstate eight rowing event with Victoria and New South Wales teams drawing keen interest. The West Australian crew is seen as light but capable while New South Wales pace is questioned amid foggy practice conditions and uncertain weather. Country teams Tasmania and Queensland also feature in the standings.
Melbourne hosts a sculling championship where J Vans is favored to win the title with Ibis second, Lac Nicht third, Boyoh fourth, and Callaghan holding a fourth position in the field.
A Northern Western Herald special notes zany settlers moving into an 95,000 acre block near Mr G Minglive's property at Blackewrod. The article praises the region's agro climate and says the new railway from Prenton via Noymp to Dinivup and Kajonup will connect this vast tract with Katanning, boosting farming prospects.
Reporters in Bunbury adopt a Hansard like method to cover a strike, aiming for disciplined and high precedent reporting. The shift mirrors parliamentary style news gathering and seeks clearer, procedural presentation.
Fragmentary account shows a worker debating job loss and pay with a secretary named Keanable. Conversation touches on strike threats, wages, and the burden of finding work, with references to Mick King and a deserate search for change amid roaming tasks.
The Bunbury Herald reports a heated exchange over ratepayers policy and a proposed public meeting. Speakers challenge Mr James and Mr Walters on proxy votes, policy, and resignations as the campaign intensifies with calls for accountability and clear views.
A Banbury council meeting weighs drainage and lagoon works funding. The writer suggests borrowing at six percent with a sinking fund and using general revenue to cover annual costs to extinguish debt in years, while considering drainage board options and lagoon completion timelines.
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