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Newspaper
Carcoar Chronicle
Location
Carcoar, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 09, 1900
Page
2
An extensive, fragmented report lists prices, quantities, and origins across many firms and regions. It catalogs buyers, traders, and commodities with numerous numerical values, traders, and place names, reflecting a sprawling market summary and prices.
The report records cattle and sheep movements with prices and yardage. Cattle and hogs show varied demand while the market hints at some price firmness for quality stock. A few lots move at notable yardage, with lines indicating higher bids and cautious appetite amid fluctuating demand.
Fragmentary dispatch describes Boer War era action near Zeerust and Elands River. It notes Boers firing on a British squadron, three dead, about 20 killed in return and around 60 prisoners taken, with subsequent movements toward Humenburg and Zeerust, and later a larger party of colonial forces arriving at Elands River to take charge of captives.
Fragmentary weather notice reports temperatures around 88 or 73 with references to October expectations and unsettled conditions. Names and lines appear garbled but suggest a weekly forecast with scattered precipitation and variable warmth through the period.
Fragmented OCR recounts a colonial era siege travelogue with names like Mafeking Kimberley and Carrington. It mentions Mafeking relief, troop movements toward Kimberley, and a long, chaotic march with references to officers, battles, and logistical hardships. The passage blends place names, dates, and military actions in a dense, period-voice style.
The Progress Association held a meeting on Thursday with members including L. B. Rsemberg Curvour and C. Darwin among attendees. Minutes note subscriptions expended and a plan to draft a rota of progress made, with officers elected for the new year and a committee named to oversee work.
The court session details a complex alimony claim and child custody battle involving the plaintiff and defendant. Testimony references separation years, a move to communities near Wellington Show, and disputes over living arrangements and support obligations with siblings and associates appearing as witnesses.
In a bankruptcy court session, a four party examination addressed the finances of Mr de la Rayna. The hearing focused on debts and assets, with questions about the governance of the debtor and related banking disclosures.
Our Own Correspondent reports on the annual Accident Society games with heats and finals, naming numerous competitors and results. The piece notes final placements, a grand ball planned for November, and remarks from judges and organizers, reflecting local club life and sporting enthusiasm.
In Silverton on January 11 a report notes heavy rain and winds, with 16 inches of precipitation expected. The piece describes local commerce plans, transportation issues, and upcoming meetings at Panera Gop and Vihaibaren teak, outlining anticipated prices and stock concerns.
A Mushed text describes a morning trip to Woodstock, breakfast at a hotel, and a private tennis match at Mr Purcell's court. Players include G Lets a We He Short and Mugen Peastorod, with numerous score lines listed for pairs such as Dorwuts JG and Derwin, Le Pareol and Mrs Woods, and Purcell with Flynn. The piece carries a lively club tone with results and participant names.
A garbled text fragment presents a mosaic of names, places, and events with disjointed phrases. It references travel, medical or physical distress, and scattered personal notes with numerous misspellings and unclear connections. The piece includes mentions of Beigel, Sydney, and "Thurtow Strew" amid a chaotic stream of partial sentences.
The Woodstock and Grant's Corner cricket clubs clashed at Vine Mount on Sunday week with Grant's Corner winning by 5 wickets. Woodstock must raise form after back to back defeats. A Carcom tennis party joined Woodstock for a friendly with new players. Also reported: a Minehwan host entertained by Mr Ly Purcel. A Panowin tennis match saw Cargo defeat Cano windra. Thornhill of Wall had a bicycle accident on the road from Carcoar to Walli but escaped injury. A demight mare owned by Mr H H Crowl died last Saturday. Mortality rates in the district rise as several have died. A dummy was mistaken for a corpse at Wood’s Flat last Monday causing crowd concern. Villagers stayed quiet after the scare.
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