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Newspaper
Bunbury Herald
Location
Bunbury, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 14, 1908
Page
3
News in brief compilation covers a wide range of items from Kalgoorlie mining to Port Fremantle divorce court notes. It lists labor disputes, hospital deaths, ship voyage deaths, mining profits, and local accidents with scattered details and multiple places and people, including Kalgoorlie, Fremantle, Wyndham, Adelaide, and Sydney.
A strong letter voices opposition to Me El B Reading being named to the Bun bury licensing bench replacing H W Venn. It argues Reading’s mineral water and publican connections, newspaper ownership, and recent brewery bottling ties raise conflicts of interest and questions about qualifications. It urges careful scrutiny and argues against appointment without safeguards.
A witness describes a dispute over access along a river embankment. He notes an encounter with a railway detective and questions why walkers should be barred from the bank. He urges calm, respect for public access, and warns against violence while supporting lawful passage.
London May 13 The Indiana Horror excites extraordinary interest as a doctor notes a victim clutching hair suggesting a male accomplice. A woman now is rumored to be playing a role while crowds of about 30 000 visit the farm avenue for the discoveries. Another corpse was exhumed yesterday amid ongoing investigations.
The Colonial Secretary leads coverage of the Legislative Council elections across metropolitan and central provinces. Miscue text lists several officials and provinces with names such as Well, Jenkoe, Allen, Molloy, Cars, Moss and Kiewan, noting dates and party roles in a fragmented historical record.
Edwin Rose of Bravewick writes from May 11 1906 noting promise of candidates for the Wellington general elections and the recent addition of Me Dein Roar to the list amid uncertainty. A correspondent counters that Roar is not yet committed and accuses the earlier announcement of poor faith.
A late eighteenth century style summary notes that in the flat quarter of the present year six hundred sixty six persons were executed in Russia, with a total of seven hundred sixty six executions recorded.
In a ruined farmhouse believed linked to Mr Guinness a gore stained item and two surgical instruments were recovered from the cellar. A dirk word fragment and possible evidence suggest a gruesome use in a serious offense and dismemberment of victims.
The trial of James Atholwood, known as the brown actor, for alleged bigamy was adjourned to today. Evidence was presented and he was committed for trial on the charge.
The Bunbury Water Board met in the Council Chambers to review overdraft concerns of 210 and to approve the monthly report showing machinery and plant in order. Deliberations covered water supply applications, including one from Til ingworth for a private residence, and a proposal to base rental payments on excess gallons. a special committee was appointed to draft a reparations report for the practical works.
In the May 13 county match Surrey defeated Derbyshire by ten wickets. Amateur bowler Marshall starred for Surrey, taking seven wickets for 41 in Derbyshire's first innings and five for 32 in the second. He also scored 59 runs in Surrey's innings, delivering a dominant all round performance.
Reports describe rough seas and strong winds along the coast last night. Vessels including the Pillarm and Kanowos faced difficult conditions while navigating the Channel, with several steamers reporting delayed schedules and rough crossings.
A major fire at Mutphle Kindle Company works in South Melbourne killed James Hannett, a factory employee, as crews battled the flames. Piled wreckage revealed the charred remains after smoke hampered rescue efforts.
A large attendance gathered at the Commonwealth Hotel for Collie Town Railway Football Club meetings. Minutes note registration fees due by May 13 and grants for player clearances. New officers include Mrs B K Welch as secretary and Howie as captain with Atkins as vice-captain. Team for the Mine FC match next Sunday lists 21 players.
A rough weather event at Port Fremantle damaged the vessel Mortlake with substantial incongruities reported onboard. The incident occurred in the afternoon of a recent date, causing notable harm to the ship and related equipment.
The Adelaide autumn meeting was held in heavy downpour with very poor going. Despite the rain the programme progressed, but honours were limited as the track was exceedingly soft and the strongest horses prevailed in each race. Winners included Welter Handiusp Silver Hilt Ardour Bedagee and others in a tough, rain affected program.
New York police guard Hetty Green after Black Hand threats demand 1000 pounds. Detectives monitor her residence as the case draws public attention and officials seek to prevent harm to the wealthy financier.
Herr Darnberg of the German Colonial Department visits Love doo to study British administration practices before proceeding to South West and British South Africa.
A public Bunbury meeting on Tuesday night discussed next year’s Fire Brigades Demonstration. About 20 people attended including Council members Clarke and Ramsay, Stokes, and Steere. The mayor opposed proceedings and an executive committee was proposed with two councilors, two ratepayers, one brigades member, and a band representative. Sub committees were formed with Clarke Stokes Ramsay Steere and Brashwa to report by March 27 before dissolving to decide future appointments.
An early 20th century advertisement-like fragment touts Wonds Great Peppermint Cong for coughs and colds as a remedy. It mentions a “badly sting pair of ginases” and hints at a new line of interchangeable Jensen frames. The text invites readers to call for tastings and investment in glasses to improve vision.
Cariato Thufaras faced trial on a charge of unlawfully wounding Aha McMahon at the Asturias Yata where the accused worked as a waiter. A dispute over butter led to a general affray among McMahon and other waiters, during which McMahon was stabbed in two places.
The House of Representatives at Washington has passed a bill prohibiting racecourse betting in the Columbia district.
A fragmentary local column notes a break in brick industry near our brook. It reports on workers, hours before sunrise, and a shifted economy where families toil to craft bricks for churches. Neighbors fear rising hardship and a shift in community life.
A night clash in Portugal near the Spanish frontier involved smugglers carrying tobacco and local guards. The pursuit drew Spanish troops into the fighting, causing casualties before the error was uncovered and the smugglers fled into the mountains leaving several dead and wounded on both sides, including two women.
The Greenbushes theatre draws a crowded house for a lively bill featuring The Bid of Life and The Judge with a string of acts including Sherlock Holmes and a comic Rockiess Buhmonger. Locales Bribie and Bridgetown scores noted along with property sales, water rights, and contractor news as the boisterous show enjoys strong audience approval and market chatter.
A chaotic account describes land use near Kojimup with mentions of Mr Bastow and Mr Olstow, detailing cultivation efforts, crop plans, and debate over land value per acre. It praises new settlers, highlights timber, grazing suitability, housing, and railway expansion proposals while noting poison plant concerns and evolving agricultural strategies.
Bunbury Police Court proceedings show Diable Chares and Goewld Jacrard charged with animal disturbance and later pleading not guilty or unclear. Witnesses describe incidents near Robin's pawnshop and a driving offence ending with fines and potential imprisonment. other cases involve drinking, threats, and child support arrangements in Worsley district.
Undefended plainte heard before Judge W. L. Oyen. Several debt and cost orders issued. Defendants include A. Wheeldon J. Boopar D. Langlanda Hayward Bon S. Biller and others. Payments set at various weekly sums with some orders of imprisonment for nonpayment.
Harvey notes a district wide expression of regret over the death of Thomas Livingstone son of Mrs Sharpe. The villager’s vigor and humor drew many friends as typhoid fever ravaged Kalgoorlie. A virus show committee met Friday to plan the year’s show in early September amid privacy concerns and prize schedule discussions.
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