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Newspaper

Bunbury Herald

Location

Bunbury, Western Australia, Australia

Date

May 13, 1909

Page

3

Plague cave reported at Ger Sidtor and other regional notes

A cave of plague reported at Ger Sidtor prompts Dr. Cumson to depart Porthaste on Tuesday. Nenham reports 68 diphtheria cases this year in Bas district. Secretary Perak Celic Glub criticizes Certney’s arrest warrant against Minister for Agriculture. Geraldton land rights and optech farming plans surface. £2 loan proposed to help 2 Moire Dalpotr and Co agents. Master of the Mater Paroo faces £600 bail under emigration act for Asiatic stowaway on reef. UWA funding to be reassessed as construction ties to Mt Magnet railway proceed. Trade unions press for higher pay. Minster Trott expected Monday meeting.

Ger Sidtor Cumson Porthaste Tuewiey Moire Dalpotr

A Critique of Road-Making Criticism by Beashaw

In a May 40 statement Dr. Beashaw defends roadwork costs and governance, arguing against alleged mismanagement of the King road and related contracts. He references figures, loans, and prior bids, defending municipal credit and urging accountability while addressing Mrs. Whites and public duties.

Fragmentary letter from Jack Bumwell to press readers

A noisy damaged OCR letter from Jack Bumwell complains about press contacts and requests anonymity. He warns against printing his name and suggests sharing personal details only if his name appears in print. The snippet conveys frustration with correspondence and editorial handling.

Neven Aimee Oram Jack Bumwell

Local Callie News and Upcoming Events Highlight Community Life

A busy weekend in Callie featured torial matches with Worsley beating Central 57 to 49 and Alderson Highes triumphing. A baptismal service and multiple children’s activities drew large crowds at Concrerationa and Wesleyan churches, with Mrs Mugher urging memory of the children. Plans for a Tuesday event and a restaurant retreat were announced, while weather warnings forecast wet spells and race congestion persisted as candidates emerged for mayoral elections.

Huntay Tiare Callie Worsley Ceutrals Carll Wratrala Alderson Highes Banday Nas Concrerationa Wesleyan Church Mediasiex’ Institute Jarre Yjenda Mugher West Penk Frese Jd Erauime Turwlay Davighton

Amusements at Lite Weeatre Night Amid Weather Threats

A lively attendance enjoyed the Lite Weeatre despite threatening weather. The program featured a dramatic subject The Molawk's Ring and a piece billed Pestieliiee at Barram Cancantinople with views of the Sultan's palaces and the Tunis Army. Cartouche King of Thietes and Hypnotised drew laughter. another strong bill promised for next Monday.

Barram Cancantinople Tunis Cartouche Thietes

Professor Lowrie Lecture At Ferguson Agricultural Show

Large crowd attended the Ferguson Agricultural Show on Friday to hear Professor Lowrie speak. The Ferguson Progress Association chairman introduced him and thanked the association for the invitation, with Lowrie emphasizing soil fertility, fertilizer types, lime use, and field trials to suit local conditions. He urged careful testing of manures, recommended experiments on farms, and highlighted government support for farmer education and experimental plots.

Ferguxon Agricultural Hi Pridiy Twen Lowrie Ferguana Progress Ephraim Sardines Atoupie Meare Jona Lorne Johnevone Bi Unedlonr Buchenarm P Blattery Sen J Fiyne J Chapman Boa Gamble Aid Iin Forgwion Assoviation Lawrie Warmis Urs Bunbury Tueward Munro Wren Mlion

King's Pictures Fourth Thistle Night at The Lyceum

The King's Pictures touring company under Mrs Geo Todd presents the fourth Thursday evening program at The Lyceum Theatre. Highlights include varied art subjects such as The Pen is of Parliament and The Glory of Sunset, with musical support by Geo Fowler. The management reserves side balcony seating for ladies and young girls at Central News Agency, with half-rate fares for children.

Geo F Todd Parliament Howe Roosevelt Ecenie Brandeuy Cowie Bamarons Lew Dackstadder Geo. Fowler Uarry Bickarda Malbourne Opera Drake Uy Todd Bickares Uber

Waterlo o Notes Presentation and Local Talks

Waterloo residents honor Mr Harrie with purse and maprin in a district gathering. Discussion covered the Barnachin Roads Board, Mr Farris, Mr Ynir, and local taxation issues. Mentioned were Pickin property purchase on Collie River and railway contractor Mr Normerly's dairy venture.

Waterloo Monias Bnit T. Tynew Ynir Vaile Dairline Tout Rowe Pickin Collie Veni Bow Napoleon Moen Timm Normerly Wastern Australia South Australia St. Herbert’s Lilley Dato Victoria Bt. Herbert

Public Grievance Regarding Road and Local Works Delays

Residents petition the Brunswick Road Board and Minister about neglected repairs on the Craven to Green Photoes route and Harvey Agricultural Area. They cite repeated delays, lack of action by the Works Department, and unactioned promises for drainage and widening works affecting miles of travel and safety.

Craven Harvey Agricultural Area Brunawick Road Board Mianirtors Landa Mr Vintier Coooke Numibers Lee Alnehia Lenntie Lund

Sceptical Admirals Question Dreadnought Ship Value

London May 11 Liberal papers claim that Admiral Lord Charles Beresford and Admiral Sir Reginald Custance doubt the value of Dreadnought era ships. They urge pre Dreadnought vessels be allocated and equipped for immediate use to press war from the outset.

Lord Charles Beresford Reginald Neville Custance

Germany's Dreadnoughts Under Construction in May

Germany has built twelve Dreadnoughts with nine planned for North Sea service as of May 11 in London reports. The developments reflect ongoing naval expansion and strategic positioning during the period.

Germany North Sea

Strike at Buenos Ayres Ends as Troubles Subside

The Buenos Aires strike in the capital of Argentina was terminated, ending a period of labor unrest. Authorities reported the stoppage resolved with workers returning to work and negotiations underway to address key demands. Local residents noted improved business activity resuming after the halt.

Buenos Ayres The Republi of Argentina

Smugged Rifles Reported Across Afghan Frontier

In the Englishman published in Calcutta a statement claims arms marked Australian and New Zealand government are being smuggled across the Afghan frontier. The rifles are thought to be those sold when the new pattern weapon was adopted.

Calcutta

Empire Day Debate Sparks Cheers Over Flag Policy

In London Mayor Mr R B Haldane, Secretary of State for War, told House of Commons that flag flying does not hold the Empire together. His reply to Mr WW Ashley Unionist MP for Blackpool Division Lancashire drew cheers from ministerial and Labour benches.

R. B Haldane House of Commons WW. Ashley Blackpool Lancashire

Immigration Legislation Sparks Racial Preference Debate

New York Times correspondent Mr G W Smalley argues forthcoming immigration laws will intensify head tax and control, noting Congress favors restricting immigration from Southern Europe due to criminal and inferior immigrant elements. He suggests America would prefer British and Northern European peoples.

G. W. Smalley New York the Times United States Congress Europe Smalley America

Two Marvellous Inventious in London May Fifteen

Report notes simultaneous inventions by Hoyland a Norwegian and two Frenchmen Mailly Chalon and Chantelot for recording othergrams in print and transmitting handwriting. Mentions Chronin Cheet compliints Aecat Peppermint Cure and Foods Truting Company with curious product list and vague refusals.

Hoyland Mailly Chalon Chantelot

Old Timer's remarks spark memory doubts in editor letters

The writer questions the accuracy of remarks attributed to Old Timer, arguing the author may misremember or not know details. He discusses Colonel Molloy, military service, and a Wellington reference, noting burns from gunpowder in battle and a lasting scar.

Gray River Sibee Old Tuner Reeferring Molloy Wellington Perth Bishop's Saneerson Caullay Agin Win Armyi Uuder Welsoto Ules

Fragmentary Letters On Local Politics And Personal Deaths

A garbled excerpt records concerns about local figures including Miss Molloy and Old Timer, noting Christian character and a lack of reply to a letter. It references Mr Carey, Mr Barles, and parliamentary tensions, plus mentions Vane Volksste Busselton and Perth connections amid political disputes.

Abelato Bate Molloy Ever Dentara Everroie Carer Perth South-West Forrest Ward Carey Leake Busses Barles Mr. Carey Tomother Anip Vane—Volksste

Australia and Northampton in tense first innings stand

Australia scored 319 in their first innings as Northampton began their second innings 116 runs behind. Kingston and Vials opened but Kingston fell for 26, lbw to O Connor, while Vials was dismissed by Macartney. Haywood and Noble offered chances but Smith and Thompson then steadied. arrears wiped, Stumps closed with Northampton 6 for 175.

London Australia Northampton Kingston Vials O'Connoe Macartney Haywood Hartigan Cutter Noble Smith Bee Thompson Carter Connor Paul Armstrong Dursley Wells Thommpson Snell Siscariney Pool Cotter Haywood Cotter Y Galt H Macarniey J. Thompson Moat Smith Trumper O'Connor W. Wells Armstrong W. East Manning A. Buswell Macartney Sundries

Eight Hours a Day. A Wartime Labor Debate

A letter to the editor argues for an eight hour workday as a humane, long fought principle. It recalls workers at the jetty and port, noting exhaustion and near accidents while a ship waited. The writer asks whether the Lumpers Union and stores must acknowledge this demand and adopt the standard.

Banbury Murely Lumpers Union Mantar

Valedictory Address for M C Spencer at Bunbury Meeting

The municipal chamber assembled to honor Spencer ex Mayor of Bunbury. The mayor and councillors paid tribute to his long service in commerce sport and public life. Speeches praised his friendship and leadership, and wished him health and success as he leaves Bunbury for new duties.

Spencer Srearer Charles Spencn Particutaris Tre X Boencer Stey Bunbury Riade Susbury Speneng Witeer Syerker Tameny Spanree Mr. Spencer Clarke Emily Taut Jim Fom Tony Wemervelty Anil Finiah Hayward Kucobacer Ruikie Annie Boviare Sveaver Tanbury Bo, Bonekendoct Mtr T. W. Pulsler

Police Court Burdens Disorderly Defendant in May Session

In Bunbury on Tuesday May 11 before W. b Owen Bit Thomas Donoyas charged with tenfold disorderly conduct received a hard labor sentence after a second appearance. Carl Bones fined 58 in default eight hours, and John Brown remanded on related charges following a misdeed in Victoria Street.

Thomas Donoyas Drona Carl Bones Victoria Street John Brown Aid

Worthestays Crime and Sentences Reported

Worthestays court heard pleas about men accused of drunkenness and disorder on January. Captain Thorvtenceey testified they acted under their own impulse and expected to be summoned Tuesday or Sunday morning. A witness described catching the accused on the mun and Wetle oss near Beumawick Railway Base on Tuesday night. Sentences included 14 de meronment with bird Iahoy and arrangement for posting on board when the June wail. Robert Reve was charged with drunkenness on Tuesday. Accused refused to be placed on the prohibited list and faced seven days’ detainment.

Eoile Uae Patel Detoreon Anton Edgast Capl Thorvtenceey Beumawick Bird Wien

Por Chillier's Hacking Couch at Sight and Woods Peppermint Cure

Fragmentary OCR text mentions Por Chillier and Woods with a peppermint cure. References to a hacking couch at sight and a curing claim appear, but details are unclear. No concrete events, dates, or identifiable organizations are readable.

Chillier Woods

Bunbury Harbour Board staff to be decided swiftly

In Bunbury news a volatile mix of local concerns centers on the Harbour Board personnel, the timing of announcements, and the potential for political maneuvering. Citizens debate ships, sleepers for Port Hedland line, and a forthcoming Bunbury opening shivoo while warnings about unrest and public order echo through town.

Premies Bunbury Brinbury Prestier Moore Port Hedland-Piltaren Dickergill Collie Coat Companies Collie Coal

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