Northern Court Exhibition plan faced with opposition
Tax promoters behind a Northern Court for the International Exhibition face rejection as NSW exhibition exhibits must come from both north and south. The Maitland committee and Commissioners resist creating a separate northern court, arguing it would undermine unity and reduce enthusiasm among colonists. The dispute centers on allocating half the exhibits to the north and whether the north deserves a dedicated court. The piece also notes horticultural and agricultural notices for transplanting fruits and crops in the season.
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Northern Court
New Homth Wales
Hether
Iim
New South Wales
North Mnat
Thia
Emvike Am
Oulend Gnyonseles
Local entertainment and crop reports dominate Hingletoc scene
District news notes a strong tobacco crop yield with 26 months’ sales in the district and remarks on insect losses. A theatre program headlines The Castle Spectre with a revised unfolding and a double bill. Cast includes Jobe Wort and Terence O’Hafferty. audiences are assured of good value and favorable weather augurs financial success.
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H. Nunre
Tomer
Vandose
Job
Pecker
Husa
Terence O'Hafferty
Singleton Police Court Notes and Cricket Ground Sale Offer
The Singleton court records report fines for drunkenness with alternative detentions and a case of unlawful fireworks at Queen's Birthnight. A lengthy notice explains a proposed sale of land tied to the cricket ground and the stance of local landowners and players on securing a permanent ground for the district.
Missionary Meeting at Wesleyan Chapel Raises Local Support
A public meeting at the Wesleyan Chapel in Branxton drew a good attendance despite showery weather. A donations total of £5 6s 8d was reported, with Rev W Fletcher detailing missionary work in Rotuma and the South Seas.
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Esleyan
Sid
Society For Foreign Missions
Ai. A. Hassell
Branzio
Keenland
Ley
Mr. Davie
Singleton
W. Fletcher
Rotumah
Osborne
Schour of
Arta
Road
Singleton Cricket Ground Ownership Explained After Sale
In Singleton town excitement grows among cricketers over the land known as the Singleton Cricket Ground now claimed as private property by Mrs Bowman and Mr Walt. The explanation reveals the law and sale history, indicating the property can be bought for less than half its value in local commerce. The text references events following the Bordekin Send sale in 1877 and mentions Mr Sydony.
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Bardskin
Woody
Singleton
Singlwico
Alex. Bowman
Waddy
Glennie
Mr. Bowman
Mr. Bardekion
Toe Cricket Club
Mr. Bardekin
Dechini
Besid
Ari
Cricket Club
Bingleton
Jereupon
Il Seo
Mesars
Mowman
Burdekin
Mosers
Howman
A & Cricket Ground
Hinleton
Mosors
Bowman
Mes
Mr. Waddy
Couneil
Moers
Lowman
Walt
Bordekin
Sydony
Cricket Advance defeats Bulga in seven wicket advance match
Advance club members travelled to Bulga for a trial match that ended in Bulga's seven wicket win. Several players, including W Fawcett and J Rather, are noted figures from Singleton C C and Bulga’s side. The ground and conditions were praised, with both teams showing strong fielding early in the game.
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T. Fawcett
Alev
J. M‘alpin
W. Fitzgerald
Adrancs
Winstin
Hi. Robinson
D. Hooker
Fisegeraldd
Hobimes
Fewcot
J. Kathber
LD. Hooker
J. Part
Fawcett
D. Power
Gardiner
D. Bowe
J. Kether
B. Waddy
EK. Dawes
Vawowes
Waddy
J. Dawes
Bulga
Advanve
Ull
Advan
Bulga Club
Fingleton Club
M'Alpin
I. Waldy
Parr
J. Rather
C. C
Wet roads and poor mails dampen Laguna trade
The rain continues to worsen business and road conditions in Laguna. Travel is difficult, mails suffer delays, and a road inspector notes key journeys for possible improvement funds. A sudden death of an elderly resident named Gane, about 60, prompted a district inquest by the governor.
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Prema
Choreday Lect
Goronor
Burnt Child in Maitland Household Tragedy
A Hittl child named Williams died from severe burns sustained last week while the mother was away in Maitland. The elder sister was left in charge. the cause of the fire remains unascertained and the child died after a few hours.
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Williams
Maitland
Jane
Queens Birthday Festivities and Charity Notes In Sydney
The Queens Birthday was celebrated with parades at Sydneys Slyde Park, flag displays, and enthusiastic crowds despite the holiday falling on Saturday. Volunteers performed with precision while civilians praised uniforms and bravery, and the piece reflects on social duties and national loyalty. A Children's Hospital appeal is highlighted with plans to acquire Glebe Point Road property to house essential fever care. A tale of a rescued boy recalls women at battlefront-like scenes and a Catholic priest dispute over custody, ending with public approbation for a mother.
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Sydney
Aasakttovebibere
Slyde Park
Alfred Stephen
Vicwery
Cheense
Gompel Lad
Triuragle
Catoket Disturbance Stirs Local Knights
Noted disruption triggers blame toward the Knights of the Willow amid grief over a cricket defeat. The speaker laments the senseless response and calls out a broader feud influenced by the touring Australian Eleven and the New South Wales Eleven.
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New South Wales Eleven
Public outrage over assault case and volatile divorce trial
The article recalls public reaction to a brutal assault on a visiting guest and notes the furor over a divorce case. It details claims of abusive conduct by the husband, the wife’s peril, and the ongoing unresolved assault proceedings amid speculation about fortunes and domestic tragedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mra. Fattorini
Weiberg Capture Kicks Nerve of Victoria Police
The article lauds a trooper and detective for trapping arch-thief Weiberg, praising the skill and courage of Victoria’s constabulary while criticizing others for failing to catch the Kelly gang. It frames the arrest as a feat that would inspire a sensational novel and honor Scotland Yard-like prowess.
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Victoria
Kelly
Weiberg
Canning
Scotland Yard
Sydney Telegrams and Outlaw Recapture News Item
Telegrams relay stakes and exhibit numbers for Sydney Metropolitan Stakes and Melbourne Exhibition. a prisoner recaptured after escaping Brisbane gaol. Toowoomba headmaster appointment. floods in Gippsland easing. Ned Kelly traces claimed. raids and post office works planned. Sydney livestock market notes cattle and sheep prices.
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Sydney
Ida
Lin
Visit of the Prince of Wales to Australia announced
A colonial notice reports that the Prince of Wales plans a voyage to Australia within three to four months. It notes HMS Serapis as escort and questions whether the Princess of Wales will accompany him. The passage mentions a tragic disaster in Arkansas and includes a dubious advertisement for a tonic.
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Prince
Walea
Australia
Fataineliy
Hwiterrand
Mle Aeto
Sweerland
Great Intercolony Boat Race on Hazarday
The Great Intercolony Boat Race on Hazarday saw Melbourne and Sydney crews contest a dramatic four oared clash on the Yarra River. Despite early lead by Melbourne, Sydney forged ahead, a crab and oar issues hampering Melbourne as Sydney extended their advantage into the final stretch.
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Bydmey
Mabourne
Colonia
Bydney
Bourne
Nes
Overnor
Kir Alfred Hiepin
Prince of W
From
Thetis
Parliament
Friends
Cee Theering
Charity Point
Melbourne
Laer Ryde
Presen Ower
Sydney
Wharf
Rush
Lagcock
Orawn
Malourne
Leen
Uhre
Bydory
Sydory
Ciwir Bcomt
Malbourne
Victor Lane
Weir Antaguainta
Mwo
Bond
Sam
Potney
Farnell's Point
Steoke
New South Wales
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Daur Renner
Edward Wherter
Dh Key
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Duho Jamieson
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Tuenway
J .N. Brooks
Pier
John Churchland
Vborge-atrest
Queen
Charles Orqt
Royal Hotel
Constable Brook
Beye
George Atreat
Croft
Aden
Ringleton
Mr. Croft
Waa
Costa
John Trunley
Co Farr
Rather
U. Walls
Hobinson
Koser
McAll M
Dawes
Serguea Sence Foret
Gerad Total
Branxton
Singleton Cricket Ground
Cricket
Laguna
Metropolitan News and Notes
Obeville
J. Saunders
Tenter
Hingleton
Denman
Mr. C. Packhill
Jerry
London
the Prince OF Wales
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