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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 07, 1908
Page
2
At Rulsebrook's Exhibit on Show Ground Victoria Park Racing Club hosts a Pony and Galloway meeting with a promotion offering a Flying Machine or an American Whistle to every biscuit purchaser aged between 1 and 50. Event includes racecourse access, tickets range from two pounds down to one pound with seating and novelty decorations advertised.
In Rosehill racing a mare Lancasterite suffered toe injuries after a rough field and skirmishes with rivals. Jockey rules in France tighten age and licensing while riders from England remain eligible. Victorian and Adelaide reps return. Victoria Park races feature Clan Stuart selections and a busy program. Rugby league and amateur professional tensions rise in New Zealand as discussions on professionalism and insurance unfold. Balmain Junior Rugby League holds a governance meeting with affiliations and competition rules set.
Fragmentary OCR yields a period style note urging practical planning for girls futures. Mentions independence through waiting, June deadlines, and questions about when to act. Contains garbled phrases but centres on securing materials and starting life with prudent choices.
The Town and Country Journal previews tomorrow’s issue with a new series of sporting pictures. It highlights camIdates for the AJ.C. Autumn Meeting, boxing portraits, Melbourne swimmers, and a New York to Paris motor race start illustration.
The NSW Lacrosse Association annual meeting at the Sports Club Sydney presided by W Cullen-Ward reported Balmain Club as premiership winners with small credit. Officers elected include Patron Sir Harry Hawson and Lord Mayor Alderman Thomas Hughes among others. caps to be awarded for this year's competition.
J F Mac mansmey re-elected council chair. Newtown Methodist beat Newtown Presbyterian by 13 points with Chew O Brien Brane and RickeAa contributing. Burwood Royals defeated Burwood Weratabe with Flecil Moore and Atdaley scoring. Harpereve Park ground upgrades include pavilion fence shift and additional seating for about 1000 spectators.
The first prize shoot results list shooters D. Sanhats G. Quinn F Messer W. 8. Walker Monant T. Smalley Webb Ellie Ba Beauty Ardgirl Giles Hendren and others with scores across two or more trials including handicaps.
Boxing notes report Arm Grifin and Ted Nelson set for a tough 0 round clash at the venue, with both in good form for a spirited duel. Hanna and O Grady are lined up to deliver the prelims as part of a busy night of fights.
Members of the Peeriass Club will depart next Sunday for a run to Windwordi Barlholm Hills and hold their first annual meeting at Shearer's Hotel on the 13th instant. The club’s champion event is set for May 9 with the Camden 10 Sydney race to follow shortly after. A tour of the Nor Coast is likely during Easter week. Listed are football team members including T. Quill, E. Coleman, Coneington, R. Vaun, W. Morris, W. Ginn, G. Bail, Av Mai, W. Horton, S. Jones, F. Nichols, O. Cleaver, G. Artie, W. Wells, P. Slatierr, R Deaton, J Quill, E. Lasgo.
Small outbreaks of fire were reported in the city last night. At 24 Carrington Street John G Pigs boarding house had minor clothing damage from flames extinguished by occupants. At 126 Tarris Street Mr S Walter’s rear bedroom flames controlled by fire brigade. Dr Kearney’s motor car shed on Macquarie Street sustained severe damage, vehicle saved with minimal injuries to nearby property.
James Kay of Abbotaronl Milbourne writes of Zam Buk Balm curing a six year old sore that resisted many medicines. He describes immediate healing, a healthy chin, and gratitude for the balm’s claimed efficacy for burns abrasions and skin conditions.
Jason Stevens thirty pleaded not guilty to assaulting Francie Thompson at Mosman on the 21st. Thompson, a foreman, said Stevens attacked after disputes over pay. Stevens grabbed Thompson by the sleeve and threatened to murder him, then pursued him. a neighbor intervened as the witness blamed Stevens for violence. The magistrate warned Stevens he faces medical treatment precautions and remand.
At Bourke Street hotel, a hotel keeper was fined after an Aboriginal man was served alcohol. The case featured questions over identity and a constable’s description, with witness Duncan testifying about a glass of beer and a South Pacific Islander remark. The magistrate ordered four days’ imprisonment in default and a £3 64s rest fine.
A 22 year old woman Mary Lovers died at Little Bay Hospital after alleged blood poisoning. Witnesses linked her to visits at a house in Blue's Foial road North Sydney on the night of March 2. Investigations and inquest were adjourned until April 15.
The Journal previews its special section on country shows with vivid photographs from Milton, Warialda, and Bathurst exhibitions. It highlights swimmers, prominent social figures, and ring events, alongside reports from a Journal special representative detailing each show.
A fragment notes the difficulty hearing witnesses in the Water Police Court due to shouting and a frequent steam blow from ferries near Circular Quay. The piece mentions commissioners, the Justice Department, and plans for presenting a funding to support the court.
Ashford reports a focus on chest complaints and language troubles affecting residents. The brief notes local health concerns and possible clinic discussions underway with community leaders. The item highlights rising chest illness interest and potential speech therapy actions.
The piece argues for selective lad immigration to fuel industry and population growth, citing labour needs in farming, dairying, and manufacturing. It references the Immigration League of Australia and contrasting views on youth workers, wages, and potential social impact in New South Wales and broader Australia.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a solution, Will, directors, and a meeting context. It references a public or organizational notice with unclear names and dates, plus notes about positions, occupancy, and a trial or decision process.
An odd OCR fragment describes Clements Tonic the Wonder Worker promising cures and tonics. It mentions a sale date in September and is signed by George M. Marsh.
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