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Newspaper

Bunbury Herald

Location

Bunbury, Western Australia, Australia

Date

May 25, 1909

Page

3

Empire Day Celebrations and Local Advertisements

A local page notes Empire Day thanks and requests for outstanding committee accounts. It previews West Pictures weekly entertainment at Bedford Hall with a strong program, praises the Carnival of Flowers and Pinkerton detective themes, and lists notable show venues across towns including Callie and Midland Junction. An obituary for J. P. Welland details his farming life, family, and funeral arrangements, followed by a medical ad for Prescription medicines and supplies.

Nex King's Pictures Iy Sture Bedford Hall Promi St West's Tilf Patruna Flack Lyric Theatre Bunbury Pinkerton Nich Carter West Yatroms Freenance Mr West Callie Great Southern Midland Junction Nyone Comturiso Benger J. P.O. Welland Wellard Uiftona Australind Che Parlin Mediary Sunceastal Fretle W. J. Boolentene Jioyinan Aetire Jeeren Ia Welland T, McDoweer Chemit Medical Hall South Bunbury

Rogebury Hunt Club Season Hunt Ends In Busy Day

A Rutland area Rogebury Hunt Club meet featured a spirited chase with hounds packing the scent along Moore’s and Crane’s paddock. After a long ride through swampy brush the quarry was eventually brought to ground and the pack stayed in perfect form. The initiation for new members occurred at the hill before a brief ceremony and the group dispersed by five o’clock with Mr F. W. Roberts in charge.

Wien Crane Dean Willi F. W. Roberts Owen Messrs Birch Spearer Wallis

Sill communities debate small debts and electric light progress

An aged, fragmented text discusses community improvement and debt management, contrasting old and new methods. It cites loans, electricity schemes, and ratepayer concerns, reflecting local debate on public works and modernization without clear contemporary structure.

Empire Day Celebrations and Town Event Report

Empire Day activities in Bunbury featured a large parade led by the executive committee and Mayor with a strong display of banners. The day included a Premier address praising imperial spirit, a children’s pageant, and local athletic and musical events amid intermittent rain and community celebration.

Water for Bunbury discussed at council chambers

The press reported Bunbury council debate on a permanent sugar water supply from the Collie River. The mayor and council supported a long term, practicable solution despite concerns over cost, quality, and source reliability. A permanent scheme would involve state testing and possible sea land routes with officials to determine feasibility.

J. Moore Sollie River Banbury Collie Hunhuryad Texas Thule Tillie Emilonty New South Vines

Bunbury Council Debates Temporary Hospital Site

The Bunbury mayor and councilors urged Premier to approve a temporary hospital site near a busy district to ease infection risks. They argued the current inflation hospital is far from ideal but necessary, with high rental costs and limited operation time, seeking central funding to relocate staff and beds if possible.

FW. Steere Aml Ube Hombury Covneil Urs TMA Corer Kueshagen Raney Haldask Fuiaund Williame N. J Mnore Bunbury Council Majar Wilkons Rinniae Hotchins Fife Perth Ulniree Colonig de Williama Prowler Walia Tostont Central Ant Wladen

Canadians Bid Farewell to Australasian Delegates

Australasian delegates to the Imperial Press Conference receive a warm Canadian send off in London Ontario and Quebec Canada. Madame Pelletier hosts the ladies at Wacheon while Montmorency Falls and the Garrison Club welcome the guests. The Empress of Britain carries the party aboard as they deliver a farewell message expressing gratitude for Canadian hospitality and hope for closer trade within the British dominions.

London Canada Australia

Banbury Council Seeks Subsidy For South Banbury Drain

A Banbury delegation led by Mayor Me Fo AV urged the Premier on Saturday to grant a subsidy for a drain project estimated at £700 to £1,140. The council faced revenue shortfalls and subsidy reductions while arguing the drain would benefit public health and wider communities. The Premier was asked to consider adding £290 to cover costs, with officers noting £1,481 already spent and £200 still in contention.

Ayr Enghiad Napoleon Saell Eagh Galladtly Westminster Yunte Neleon Sikintish Banbury Malia Conweil Me Fo Stwere Stessigun Devia le Fad Berna Wey Prise Bouth Bunbury Liege Ramsay Javlat Additon

Colliery Owners Threaten Notice Over Labour Movement

London May 24 The South Wales Conciliation Board heard owners declare plans to serve a month's notice on workers starting June 1 and end contracts amid the eight fours movement, risking up to 150000 men idle by July unless a settlement is reached.

South Wales

Turkey's Government Reorganisation Sparks Mass Dismissals

The Telegraph's Constantinople correspondent reports a sweeping reform in Turkish ministries with the dismissal of twenty seven thousand suspected inefficient military and civil officials. Martial law enables the shakeup without public disturbance and ensures continuity.

Telegraph Constantinople Turkey

Largomasters Visit England Bevin Burgomaster Leads Group

London hosts the Bevin Burgomaster and thirty five municipal officials on a study visit to England. The delegation tours London highlights and meets local leaders during the May 23 visit.

London Bevin Burgomaster England

Chilean Admiralty Proposes New Warships to Replace Fleet

Reuters reports the Chilian Admiralty has submitted to the Government a proposal to construct new warships to supersede the current fleet.

Reuter Chilian Admiralty

Austria Proposes New Income Tax for Bachelors and Widows

The Austrian Finance Minister asked the Reichsrat to approve extra revenue measures including a supplementary income tax targeting bachelors widows and childless couples. The plan, outlined in London on May 23, aims to widen the tax base.

Reichrath

Canadian Manufacturers' Association backs Dominion action

Loyal Canada reports the Council of the Canadian Manufacturers' Association meeting in Toronto approved self government in exchange for imperial defense burden sharing. It commends the Dominion Parliament's recent measures.

The Canadian Manufacturers’ Association Toronto

Windsor Stadium Marathon Results Report

Gardiner of England won the Windsor Stadium 8 marathon with a time of 2 hours 5 minutes. Labry of France finished second and Mors of England placed third in the Evening News report.

Evening News Windsor Stadium Gardiner England Labry France Mors Hirds

England names team for first Test against Australia

London May 23 selection list for England to play first Test starting Thursday includes captain Maclaren, Bry Jones, Bell Jussop, Brearley, Lill Hayward, Airst, Thompson, Lyldesley, Blythe, and Blobbs.

England Maclaren Bry Jones Bell Jussop Brearley Lill Hayward Airst Thompson Lyldesley Blythe Blobbs

Joy Bells at Brooks Residence Wedding

A wedding at the Brooks home unites Evly Viruks daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Drooke with their eldest son. The ceremony featured a white dress, shower bouquet, and a reception at the Hey. Rev McLaren officiated with multiple toasts from family and friends. The couple departed for Perth amid warm congratulations and were showered with many gifts including jewelry and dinnerware from numerous relatives and guests.

Lared Brooks Westnerdss Biles Evyly Viruoks Mrr Dutues Drooke W. Olbha Arthur River Ste Nahiy Misa Vera Polter Cwnsin Riley Mies Lina Gibbe Bam Lloyd M'Earen McLaren Williame Hiv Abr Py Wible Perth Laneymans Dridgstrooms Alesse Lake Draper Curnow Gatton Ethel Stanton E. Hutchineon Tor Table Centre Bra T Dickson Misces F A. Dickeon Mantle Max Hunter Cipe Amd Auneers Nua Poote Lump Baral M. Boulmann Breed Tt Zinlee Sugar Basin Wilh Jus Mead Sattell Tancy Othe Loyd Biscuth Barrel T. Lloyd T. ¢. Draper Berne Wauchope Misa V. Potter Welt Mauler Vivien Claude Brooks Leslie Vincent Table Dawisk E. Jones A. Proctor Carrera G. Blanton C. Abel Mie Te Aeplin Alize So Actua Binewt Barre

Trading Company's Glassware and Utensils at Reduced Prices

A damaged catalog note advertises glassware and tumblers for home use at low prices. It claims reduced rates on murat cane dietz lanteigns and urges customers to trade items like eggs butter and totatora with Trading Company.

English's QaUr Stock-Teking

Lumpers and Yarloop battle in windy southwest clash

A rugged football match at the recreation ground drew a large crowd as Lumpers faced Yarloop. Scoring swung with goals and behinds, Yarloop trailing early but rallying to close the gap before the final whistle.

South Bunbury triumphs in drenched Frat Park clash

In heavy rain at Frat Park South Bunbury defeated Lumpers 4 goals 8 behinds to 2 goals 4 behinds. Standouts for South Bunbury included Braidwood Erskine Davy Wenn Smedih Dulaney and Sloais while Lumpers featured Watting Ted Wenn Richardson Wallis D Wenn and Pryor. Umpire Mr Harry Hislop controlled the match.

Frat Park South Bunbury Souths Lumpers Braidwood Erskine Davy Prosser Lan Aaldson Morgan Sinny Richardson Feapt Ted Wenn Wallis D- Wenn Wilkinson Maudesley W"de Banks Crimmy Wenn Stathy Pryor Watling North Tom Brittain Boer Hiatt Barnard Feathers Hishop Donovan Harry Hislop

South Bunbury Triumph Narrowly Over State School

In a Saturday Recreation Ground match, State School led early but South Bunbury clinched a two point victory 7 goals to 1 4 behinds. Marty Symonds starred for the winners while Hands Hulmes Cook Paisler and Bell impressed for the losers. Clare umpired and deemed the match satisfactory.

Recreation Grosund State School Soh Bunbury Marty Symonds Hands Hulmes Cook Paisler Claude Buswell Ween Fede Boundy Me Samra Snowy" Buswell Evans al Clare

Preston Road Board meeting notes on gates roads and grants

The Preston Road Board held its ordinary meeting with a full board present. Minutes covered gate grants for Padman and a road deviation on his property, partial approval for a north boundary road, drainage concerns, feeder routes, and funding decisions including special grants and river work.

M. Thomson Padman Vic Toads Lange Mis Alrain Hinite Mir Jonn Treveria Confererten Peak Road Board T.aw.d Preston-roait Noggerup A. A. Wilvon Empire Celebrations Bunbury Egan GH. Wood Preston Road A. A. Millers Thorman Brook O. Allan Bendall Leeds Preston Valley Railway Beulerup Katterup Glen Mervyn Yowangup Givendup Lands Department Br Furkmae Garvey Ure Argyle Tobou

Sud lon Death in Yarloop District Public Notice

A fragmentary Yarloop report details a man found dead on Friday night, possibly after a drinking incident, with notes on burial arrangements and local conditions. The piece mentions Dr Foley and Mr George Blum, plus concerns about road conditions and flooding affecting the town.

Sud Lon Uae Teather M'Laraon Dr. Foley Yare Tou Uuirteni Eureinwoail Tealing Peru

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