Paddington Shooting Trial Reveals Woman's Death Injuries
The trial details a fatal attack in Paddington where a woman was shot multiple times, dying after wounds to the breast and temple. Eyewitnesses describe the accused confronting the accuser, a struggle, and the weapon discharged during a street confrontation near a church. Proceedings note long acquaintance and a pattern of alleged violence, with the defendant claiming a long relationship and prior disputes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abby
Porter Cours
Etore Me Barnett
Jessen Rossiter
BF Vincent
Vipypilal
Jett Brent
Mul Eailew
Taft
Alfred Moptal
Hewarison
Sersvy
Poup
Wallares
Rat Uy
Lore
Dergaist
Salhy
Suluer
Mataierat
Lewin
Willis
Sinha Jertep-road
Weddington
Route dispute halts planned national road project
A deputation from the Malvern district presented to Mr Lee Minkever urging a road between Nat tal Rover and the Picton Lakes line. They argued the route serves national interests and the Murrawarra Valley industry, noting about 190% ore monthly moved to the railway. Officials appeared wary of committing to construction, citing policy limits and potential impact on other interests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
AP Thort
Vorranderte
Lee Minkever
Nattal Rover
Picton Lakes
Murragorang
Terranterin
Lee
Waiting to Hear Verdict in Local Trial
In a Martineswe Courtroom a middle aged man faced jurors amid testimony about publication of advertisements in a local newspaper. The jury returned a verdict of acquittal after hours of argument and defense claims.
Divorce Court Delivers Decree After Alleged Adultery
In Melbourne court Sir Justice Simpson hears Thomas M Eoun Small seek divorce from Frances Small formerly Bradley on adultery with George Elliott. Windeyer appointed counsel, details reveal wife’s dancing and a barroom affair three months prior to separation. Decree nisi granted, return requested in six months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Justice Simpson
Thomas M'Eoun Small
Frances Small
Bradley
George Elliott
W. A. Windeyer
Air Windeyer
Gymai
Windeyer
Eliott
Ansher
George
Mir Winieyer
Aha
Justice Simpson Hears Divorce Petition Amid Desertion Case
Mr Justice Simpson ruled on a divorce petition filed November 18 1907 by Muriel Jane Corbett against husband Richard Herrick Corbett. The husband claimed desertion after she left their home managed by his mother-in-law. She cited unhappiness and refused to return, while the husband sought a decree requiring her return within 10 days and compliance within seven more days. The judge noted a petitioner may obtain a divorce on desertion even without a three year period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Justice Simpson
Richard Herrick Corbett Agaluer
Muriel Jane Corbett
Euter
Bima
Bia Wite
Fia
The Man We Loved Divorce Case Against Alford
Thomas Goldsbrough Alford seeks a divorce from Jessie Ada Eleanor Alford on grounds of adultery with James Howitt. The couple married in December 189X at Woollahra and lived in Sydney until June, when he learned his wife was not faithful. Alford pursued inquiries across Australia, learning the man was James Hewitt, who admitted the affair in Brisbane. The case includes letters and testimonies about separations and a threatened shooting if discovery occurred. a decree nisi is sought with subsequent return to court in months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Goldsbrough Alford
Jessiy Ada Eleanor Alford
Mylacharans
James Howitt
Potiiscer
Windegur
Mesers
Woollabra
Telne al Ashgei
Messie, Winchcombe, Carson, and Company
Bia Dutive
Seay
Ture Tam
Australia
Brisbane
Ata Hon
Helsbane
Syimey
Telurn
James
Hewitt
Halleloner
The Duration of a Honeymoon and Marriage Bust
John Maloney a City Council laborer seeks dissolution of marriage with Bridget Maloney formerly O Dunne alleging desertion and cruelty. Petition filed with representation by Witts and Abigall, restrained by a decree. Parties wed in December 1897 at Burney per Roman Catholic rites. In March 1902 petitioner filed divorce proceedings against his wife on the same grounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Maloney
Bridget Maloney
O'Donnell
Negivet
Wits
J. W. Abigall
Pealey
Burney
Petition Dismissed Over Domestic Dispute in Surry Hills
The case ended with the petition dismissed but at the judge's suggestion the husband agreed to reunite with his wife. They lived together in Surry Hills before signs of alcohol emerged, leading to repeated drinking and disputes. They later stayed in Erskine Street while continuing drinking and taking a pledge for twelve months, with the husband claiming he kept it. The wife drank again within weeks, and a violent incident occurred involving a chair. A police report followed, and the petitioner claimed he paid a pledges amount and attended ceremonies, while the wife denied consistent abstinence.
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Surry Hills
Bea
Ste
Abe
Thuy
Erskineriuts
Patitioner
Etrusk
Rorom
Penley
Rome
Payne
Ceramon
Mr. Fenley
Brrastt
Peti
Ble Toner
Hyde Park case ends with witness testimony and discharge
In a Darlinghurst case Judge Rogers discharged Henry Thompson after a jury found him not guilty of attempting to abduct an old man near Hyde Park on March 1. Witness Hannah Chapman of Miscenden Road testified to her concern for the accused’s presumed actions and her intent to aid him, while police notes indicated a man claimed to be tracking Thompson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Darlinghurst
Henry Thompson
Myde Park
Mra Hannah Phanman
Miscenden Road
Hrush
Park
Thompson
Ahs
Ries
Seneta
Rogers
Fire danger hearings on Sydney risks and timber safety
A Select Committee in New South Wales examined Sydney fire hazards this morning. Testimony covered building materials and fire resistance of timber, especially native Australian hardwoods, and recommends protection via concrete or steel structures, with emphasis on safe stairways and protected openings. The hearing notes timber sourcing, including a claim that Ufsgod is not readily obtainable and that German timber may be used.
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Logantha Connell
Sydney
Tomore
Crue
G. TL. Cherry
Unterwriters’ Association
Rools
Cire Realsinrs
Arange
Charey
New South Wales
Germany
Newcastle Arson Case at Police Court
In Newcastle police court Thomas Wail a harbourage-house keeper and seaman Joseph Gridin faced trial for arson alleged to have begun March 2 at three wellings on Talford street. Gridin testified he and Wail prepared the premises and that Wail struck the match and set the fire using kerosene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newcastle
Thureday
Thomas Wail
Maitland
Joseph Gridin
Tal Ford-Street
Perros
Tim Josaph
Oversa
Orion
Far Dail
Geitin
Pail
Grits
Fall
Grima
Grifta
Heil
Coal mine near Greta area leased for large scale mining
A syndicate has leased 2009 acres north of West Maitland near Greta, spanning part of Agyil Creek and Clits State, with access to the railway for mining. Tests have been satisfactory and W Humphreys, once Greta Colliery assistant manager, now in New Zealand, believes results strong. The American fleet is due to arrive at Melbourne on September 1, then proceed to Sydney after a ten day stay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Maitland
Agyil Creek
Clits State
Greta Township
Borg
W. Humphreys
Greta Colliery
New Zanlard
Axrivdl
Melbourne
Sydney
The Wharf Strike Continues At Coastal Companies
Reported negotiations on the Wharf Strike extended for two hours at Sunsex Street Mis moralns with representatives from the coastal companies and local union figures. Ms Hughes of SLP attended the meeting while Str Cliff chaired the Newcastle committee, seeking possible progress though a clear time frame remained uncertain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yoo Tribe
Att Newsnet
Hillar Mires
Sunsex-Street
Mis Moralns
Ms. Hughes
SLP
Conraton
Cliff
Newcartle
Alan Chairpan
Code Prg
Homebush Stock Sales Market Advancing in Mixed Trade
A rambling report from Homebush Stock Sale describes strong demand for prime and extra prime merino, with prices rising across categories. Cattle prices and mixed stock offerings show keen competition, while overall turnout remains robust and values hold above last sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Riverstone Most
Cansine
Merino Wathers
Queensland
Mosday
Big Libel Action in Supreme Court Melbourny
A Supreme Court libel case was commenced by Alecander Joseph McDonald trading as McDonald and Company of Mormon Sydney against the ARE newspaper. The matter, before Justice Beckett, concerns alleged damages for a July 7 publication and addresses pleadings discovery and an interlocutory order directing the action be tried in Melbourne before a jury.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melnopane
Thresiay
Supreme Court
Alecander Joseph McDonald
McDonald and Company of Mormon
Sydney
Merchant
Imperior
Midhitirne
Justice Beckett
Symmons
Matther
Mater
Plukntur
Sol Hour O
Sedney
New Zealand
Cuetonie
Marthue
Melbourny
Artesian Bore Decreasing at Coonambula
Coonambula reports a declining artesian bore as authorities consider schemes to augment the water supply. The present daily flow is about 2400 gallons, far below the 70,000 gallons recorded twelve years ago, prompting investigations into resource stability and potential infrastructure adjustments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coonambla
Parmlaxtan Co
Dead infant found in parcel in Marrickville street
Victoria Road resident Mrs Camptell found a parcel on a vacant allotment near her Marrickville home that contained a baby’s body. The infant is identified as Leonard, a newborn, with authorities investigating the shocking discovery and seeking details from the public.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ury
Camptell
Victoria-roaa
Marrickville
Market Wrap Private cables show tin and copper falls
Private cables report tin at 141 pounds 8 shillings per ton and copper at 62 pounds a fall of 1 pound. details list numerous buyers and prices across Broken Hill Mount Lyell and Adelaide markets with varied shares and values. The Melbourne and Adelaide sales enumerate items like British Brock, North Broken Hill, and Queensland stocks with prices noted in pounds and shillings.
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Rabbn
Hayton
Kenai
Britiah
Bayer Ta
Frraken Mit Bont
Fis
Zve Corporaton
Ordinary
Burger Ts
Mount Lyell
Huser
Slowat Elliott
Bayer
Pinzall
Relgurth
Brock
Nodinary
Eaiee Taeba
North Broken
Baker's Creek
Rydney
Ant Gray
Rigni Australia
Newsomper
Northill
Dis Junction
Sean
Ron
Waker's Creek
Wallsend
Fouth and Company
God
Paul
Opening Handicap Race Clocked At 628 Seconds
Late sporting notes describe a weather affected meeting with Beau leading early in the Opening Handicap. Cameron shows a strong performance with 83 Bly and 610 4 Joamuin Cameron, while Cres loses the stretch duel to Qu es Rind after leading at the 99. Time and Leno are also mentioned among the field in a brisk, terse report.
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Quers Bird
Bartlety
Woeday
Teannte Cameron
Pride
Giber
Dotiel
Farmyrena
War Lew Melling
Agate Cree
Deel Ques Bird
Joamuin Cameron
Sin Dorie
Winars
Cres
Ques Rind
Time
Tee Leno
Lady Runners to Race for Australian Championship
In Melbourne officials of Victoria preview a major women’s championship event. Key athletes Ivons and Mrs Drenden are among entrants in the national race to determine Australia’s top female runner.
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Melbourne
Tuarsitar
Ivons
Chapion
Tenet
Victoria
Drenden
Sriuer
Boxing Bout Summaries Aided By Rough Exchange
Boxing notes describe a chaotic bout with Thuraten and Murphy delivering heavy blows. Murky descriptions mention a clinch and disputed rounds. The recap highlights a series of hard exchanges, with the judges tallying points after multiple rounds and a late surge by Murphy.
Sporting Terms and NSW Rugby Union notes from Sydney
Fragmented report covers horse racing events at Bowie and mooted NSW Rugby Union activities. Mentions trainers and riders, St Leger withdrawal, Metropolitan Union matters, and NSW federation delegates. Includes remarks on Sydney Cup contenders and local club happenings with several names and associations referenced.
Weather Update for New South Wales Regions
Penrith expects occasional showers but remains fine with clearing inland. Temora notes overcast skies with potential rain yet comfortable conditions. Tumona reports dry spells with farming delays possible. Walgett forecasts light rain beneficial to crops as temperatures stay warm.
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New South Wales
Coset
Penrith
Thureday
Old Identity Dead in Doral Orange Growing District
A fragmented notice reports the death of Jamen Roughly aged 72 in Doral within the orange growing district. Authorities note the victim’s identity and location, with wording indicating involvement in a contentious local matter. Further details are unreadable in the OCR fragment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jamen
Parramatta
Castie
Man shot by policeman in Adelaide encounter
In Adelaide on Thursday a man named Neitaen, involved with Constable Mallens of Quescstown, was seriously wounded by a revolver fired in self defense during a confrontation tied to the murder of Constable Thing. The assailant was shot in the river, with injuries potentially fatal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adelaide
Thureday
Neitaen
Mallens
Quescstown
Anawee
Thing
Neils
Noll Fou
Late Shipping Notice May Cause Delays
Partial OCR reads late shipping advisories with arrival and departure details. Although fragmented, it notes April departures and schedule adjustments affecting deliveries.
Claim for Damages in Action Shule
Claim for five hundred pounds damages detailed in a courtroom action. The plaintiff, Nalire My, claims breach of contract and damages, naming defendants Warps Palmer and others. The document outlines allegations of improper conduct and requests monetary remedy, with references to legal procedures and trial considerations.
Rare Fish Report From Unclear Coastal Findings
A fragmented note describes a rare fish found by unidentified researchers at a coastal site. The text references marine life, preservation aims, and admission that details are incomplete, with mentions of a possible event or location but lacking clear names or dates.
Acquitted held after February hearing
George Sourrah was acquitted after a February hearing before Judge Rog and LUFY at the DRS NEB ETH Sames. The case centered on a matter noted as a debacle in legal terms, with Sourrah’s innocence affirmed and proceedings concluded without further action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Sourrah
DRS
Hat Trimmings Catch Fire at Local Market Fire
A blaze swept through stalls at a local market damaging hats and trims. Fire crews battled the flames for hours, preventing spread to adjacent shops as residents watched. No injuries reported, though several vendors faced losses. Investigations continue to determine the cause.
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Miu Linde
Paddington
Wowan
William Henry Sree
Jane Wigers
Martineswe
William Herry
George Ded Donwin
Frederick
Binet
Man
Homebush Stock Sales
Tosday's
Wales
Brykon Hill
Britis Brocks
Great Boulder
Queen Margaret
Chillagos
Wmott
Lyell
Pen Aldon
Linberria
Colatelda
Tarrangower
Long Tagel
Goulburn
Boxing
Thuraten
Iece Mlackerere
Tinh Murphy
Calbainass Nicht
Mae Murphy
Furitor Laltering Murphy
Sporting
TEMS
Bowie Ible Mornice
Gued
Ivation
Murssi
Poariaan
Peru
Gaby
Jack Baul
Bright Fant
Trin Liebe Mandalay
Moorhill Markie Asce
Ines Dee
Mbrbepius
Menon
Ay W. Green J
J. Ay Gila
Gy W. Oratam
C. B. Cochrane
W. Oolinell
Genen
Gita Tohramenn
Nsw
Ruphy Union
Mears
Glebe
Newradig
Ari
Iteway
Bristana
W. W. Will
Ruabs
Mihralbe
Worm Springwood
Woodford
Bevie
Fi. Hutrina
W. Uulone
Wisner
Gh. W. Seiitay
Fae
Sydney Swisming Coe
W. Aperts
Tantet Lave
Se. Lexy
T. Middleton
Riva
B. Lotna
Wile Fara
G. M. Stalotey
Marin Bloase
O. H. Stathtny
Jes. Taylor
Statotay
Thelrstall
Panryer
Parmer & Company Limited
STOTT @ HOARE'S BUSINESS COLLEGE
Lines Action Shule
Nalire My
Wiley
Palmer
Arraewwee Ami
A. J. Remwalte
Vinekmail
Neal
Wera
Brat and Range
Wahimer
Iberi
Werris Creek
Feylbe Seuigh
Ramee
Tirnale
aemSanl
Hans Blomihan
Wright's
Hurstville Station
Eave Sydnee
Firestville
Sroeelal
Orbwen
Mickets
Sixpomre
Pinns
Wirkhines
Arthur Rickard & GO. Ltd
SMA Pittstrene
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