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Newspaper

Sydney Evening News

Location

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Apr 27, 1908

Page

5

Inquest On a Waterman Death In Ferry Collision

A coroner’s inquest held at City Courthouse examined the death of waterman Jan Mootren, who perished in a collision between the Watson's Tay steamer and the Vau Vuen ferry near Macquarie Point. Postmortem indicated drowning. witnesses described lifeboat capsizing and rescue attempts. coroner concluded death accidental due to ferry collision and found the ferryman at fault.

Orouer Jan Mootren Watson's Tay Sarline Macquarie Magteta Lin Waren Palies Firkin Macansh Wiliam James Aitva Simumer Vanelaen Aloe Water Police Wavon'a Bay Macquarie Point Kirribull Mart Starguari Aboum Abd Ube Areman Sardshaut Wilmst Maeven Bert Macquarie Anya Cual Wiinesa Tle Steimers Barun Marguarte Peru Salem Per Alerman Marven

Homebush Stock Sales Report Mixed Demand and Prices

Market for Homebush stock sales shows varied demand with plentiful supply and dull overall tone. Merino and lamb offerings were strong midday but lower quality goods remained soft while higher quality lots maintained price levels amid cautious bidding.

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Boy Unionists Rally For Labor Support

A fragmented report from Spittey morning shows Mr. Ti. Hemster urging labor unity and better pay for boys, highlighting poor supervision of wares and push for organized unions. The piece underscores tensions between workers and authorities as boy laborers seek protection and proper treatment.

Bankrupts listed in voluntary sequestrations

Bankruptcy court records show voluntary sequestrations for Willis Daniel Moodle of Parramatta read Annandale marble vision Me W H Palmer official assignee Daniel Carvey of French's Forest near Mawhy maintenance man Me W H Palmer aMetal muslytier Robert Reid Mitchell of Broken All Me OPW dose aMalel wanigmer Julius desperson of Collmacsizeec Moreh dyaney Mtr C F W Lloyd ecu amig

Willis Daniel Moodle Parramatta Annandale Marble Vision W. H. Palmer Daniel Carvey French's Forest Mawhy aMetal Muslytier Robert Reid Mitchell Broken All aMalel Wanigmer Julius Desperson Collmacsizeec Moreh Dyaney Mtr. C.F. W Lloyd Ecu Amig

Special Mining Court Deliberations In Newcastle

A chaotic report from Newcastle describes the Special Mining Court with references to Mr HW Forsyth and Mr Peter Bowls as representatives. Judge Heydon faces succession issues as Hix Hesor declines the presidency, risking ministry support and a reconstituted court if talks proceed without stable leadership.

Newcastle Forsyth Peter Bowls Leters Heydon Hix Hesor Nawcaatle Howling

Labor Congress debates enlarging Sydney Labor Council powers

The Labor Congress resumed at Trader Hall Godburn Street City with Mr W Nutty in chair. Discussion on enlarging the Sydney Labor Council’s powers to oversee all legal actions and assistance for affiliated unions continued, with amendments proposed to make the council supreme federation wide. Debates centered on organizers’ roles, federation scope, and member employment issues, ending with extended discussion time.

Labor Congress Trader Hall Godburn-Street City Thlesdraing W. Nutty Robertaon L.A Sydney Labor Council Che DWC Tewes Indus Wisi Miaianne Miro A.W. Mhogos UWTS Byrney Parramatta Magon Hiakon Spence Pooperk Culén Sydney Labor Arercanteer Howe Engineers Union M'Dermott Uy Yunttor

London share quotes and Sydney demand amid fragmented notes

Private cables report mixed London scrip quotations with Brokes HM Proprietors and Broken Hill Proprietary names repeated, while Sydney demand weakens by noon. Adelaide copper scrip holds steadies with Broken Hill and Union Bank of Australia activity. dredging recoveries noted and several sales listed across regions.

London Om Saturdaay Brock 18 Middie Britiam Brokes HM Proprietors Mim Broken WU South Orth Brokes Fil Mount Briges Giimey Barrierview Esminathy Sydney Durer Mount David Mount Margum Adelaide Broken Hill Broken Hill Southpald Mitte Dilger Bisler Routh Eniocks Broken Fiul South Junction North Gala Inc Macauarie Bos Turan Blanthorpe New Wylie Creek Spbury Eant Miiicen Catar Atock Exchange Budgery Ansler CSA Queen Bes Boppy Conner Sytay Mungank Port Jackson Simm North Shore Gas Gilmorn Tin Brokas Hill Proprietary Blr Baker's North Colum South Glanmire Monkland North Oriental

Blood Stock Sale at Randwick Stable in Newmarket

Messrs. W. logis and Bea hold an thoroughbred stock sale at T. Payten Newmarket Stable Randwick. Sale lists numerous mares fillies and geldings by Mac and Metal imp sires with buyers including W. Mugpher J. Reynolds C. Quinn and G. Harriett. Lot descriptions include color, breeding and ownership details across many entries.

W. Logis Bea T. Payten Newmarket Randwick Enrenoon Chesnut Epiding Tyre Eauine Athlone Hy Wood Eee Gaulua Betlo H. Wood Erlding Gaular Hlue Radge Wendam Metal Winegridge Miial Bel Wa ‘Tynrell Sigs Gaulue Reynolds Wee Dore H. Wood Hoge Imp Lady D Miles Sige Brown Ack Ayra Morning Mist W. Kirkby Igs Bey Olly Syra Talleguila Bay Guiding Tyra J. Sah Tyes Gantus—Dolee Bay Lly GallieReler Gantus G. Risa Relding Ayrs Caulus Tollow Row Cheatout Gelding Tyne Sivnte Timp Gaulus Sting Caulus—dresting M. Cadel C. Smith Twyena Biss Brown W. Pitt Hy Muirhead Tatie G. Harriett Weetab Gaolor W. Behnaley Wispay G. Kiet Fan Tan C. Quinn J. Smith Ally Dora Wille Caine—Agena T. Murray Giulus Bronsewing Klekhsihaes Bay Cénlus Queen Mab AW. Hocking Cantux Ilghtlines Benmere Bing Sues Guerdir Catlue Dasa Aindustry J. Rutherford Gore Carmen Lee Sas Lady B Qase Fiesp Lady Dy Murphy Oes A. G. Reidtond Westwood Ord

Murrarandi Collision Inquiry Plans Advance

The special board of industry appointed to investigate the Murrarandi collision announced the first inquiry session may be held Thursday. Officials including Mr Wilshire and Prof War ea discussed open court procedures, with evidence to be taken and testimony by experts. The inquiry location and exact date remain tentative.

Sie Wilanire Fee Dunbar Trac Queens- 4 Wilebite Nand Warea Wilshire Murrurundi Stee Houber

Jones Charged With Drunken Disorderly Conduct On Tram

The case outlines Sanjuet Jones charged at Central Poller Pourt with drunken and disorderly behavior on a King Street tram. He allegedly refused to pay his fare, used insulting language, and confronted conductor Coogan. Witnesses described shouting and disruptive conduct. magistrate King commented on the police handling and noted prior sobriety in some instances. Evidence showed repeated behavior, with a verdict on fare evasion and insulting language delivered.

Sanjuet Jones Kine Comandar Coogan Gow Uml Cusuereagh Uml Cusuereagh Streets. Mo Heard Shouting, and Vnr Jonas Cooan Jones Jaws Cooen Befor Kling-street Sones Teardine Beougham-strest Sydney Wilnesk Nis Kner Coogan Mr. King Edward Roberts Grwak Setaartt Jones

Strand Electric Lighting Company Nears City Purchase

Negotiations between the City Council and Strand Electric Lighting Company to acquire the business for 45000 pounds are nearing completion. The City Solicitor and the company’s representative discussed recent talks and reported that the differences have narrowed markedly with a very likely early completion.

Strand Electric Lighting Company Orn Cinrie

Keys Beats Thorn In Melbourne Boxing Match

In Melbourne on Monday, Mack Reye of Sydney defeated Prack Thorn of West Ausie Mia in a light weight bout. Keys led early, Thorn rallied with flashes of offense but Keys controlled the exchanges. The action stretched through all rounds with Thorn scoring late and Keys narrowly prevailing by the end amid a large crowd of about 690.

Melbourne Princess Court Mack Reye Sydney Prack Thorn Kays Dill Thave Wet Tro Kegan Keys Wii Thora Thorn Fot Hin Sceus Tomnd Aher Trorn Wips Kors Ile Frmaiye Kave Goliz Thore Touragn Thirtian Thors Keye Omage Altar Wing Kars

Sydney Harbor Trust plans 160000 spend on Darling Harbour wharves

The Sydney Harbor Trust intends to expend about 160000 on eastern Darling Harbour wharves, demolishing worn structures and aging dwellings to clear space for new docks and the finest quays in Australia. Some 160 workers are already at work as excavations and dredging proceed to widen berthing for vessels up to 22 tons. double deck sheds will carry vehicular frames to each door. A new wharf has been completed at Huddart Parker Jetty and direct access from Brakin Street planned, alongside further improvements at Mawarra Company sheds.

Sydney Harbor Trust Darling Harbor Australia Abswaiho Huddart Parker Jetty Brakin Street Parker Wharf

Mutual Life Association Holds 38th Annual Meeting

Sir Normand stacLaurin chaired the 38th annual meeting of the Mutual Life Association of Aumbatasia at its principal office. The report shows new policies issued for large sums, total premium income of £746,458 1s 6d, and total funds of £2,167,506, with expenses ratio improving from 1906. The board notes upcoming amalgamation with Citizens’ Life Assurance Company, plans to finalize by January 1 1908, and recollects long-serving staff members J C Reminkson and Mr Humpnery.

Normand stacLaurin Tts Mutual Life Association of Aumbatasia George and Wyniard Streets Cfty Uis Direct Ani New Wot Donana Tie Mt Nios Lily Asaurseca Company J.C. Reminkson Humpnery R. Gelling Ine Heen David Starer MTA Merton Ruwoberr

Late Mr William Abbott Remembered by Local Notables

The funeral of the late William Abbott, once a deputy registrar in the education department, was attended by friends and local officials including Mr Douglass Croft, Mr Alick Kinglaman, and Mr George Buchanan. Mourners included Mr Walon and Mrs Lillie, among residents of Malmsin. The service was held at a cemetery near Rookwood.

William Aterasder Abbott N.5 Bicote Freak Abbott Frovarcha” Waartmain Methndlat Rookwood Cemetery Douglass Croft Wegiatrarempres’s Department Alick Kinglaman Cowes of Education Ant George Buchanan Yar Ami Eblat William Say Fras Abbott Jappa Walon Sip Lillie Xia Duncan Smith Malmsin

The Bega Inquiry Court Sits at Sydney May Day

The Court of Marine Inquiry will sit in Sydney on the first of May to inquire into the cited matters. Proceedings aim to determine causes and assign responsibility for marine incidents affecting the region.

Court of Marine Inquiry Sydney

Braybrook Victim Identified in Rail Disaster Aftermath

Fragmentary text reports another Braybrook victim linked to a Beaphenok rail disaster. Details are unclear with garbled names and actions, but references a rescue or relief effort and mentions a Mallwah location and individuals named Fredecer and Bid.

Won't Know Where We Are in Court Routs and Routines

The President questioned who in court bears routine authority when two parties have equal power. A secretary and a solver's machine were cited amid remarks on conduct and responsibility, highlighting uncertainty about procedural roles.

Jonaz Clalimeat Thinso

Bag Thief Henry Biske Sentenced in Paddington Case

Henry Biske a 27 year old farm hand faced Paddington Palace Court charged with stealing a bag and coal tickets from Margaret Shannon on April 4. He admitted to stealing the bag and other items, was found weak and sentenced to three months, with terms to begin after serving prior sentences.

Henry Biske Eikot Montes Paddington Palace Court Margaret Shannon Lefused Blake

Painters Strike Conference Arranged in City

A conference is set for Thursday in the Master Builders Room on Cestlereagh Street. Delegates from the Painters Union will meet the Master Builders Association with full power to accept or ratify proposals. The Government will pay the agreed price per day and await the result.

Master Builders Rooma Cestlereagh-street Delegita Painters’ Union Sod

Whose Boat Was It At Terrigal Mystery

A report details a sighted boat off Terrigal described as a whale est painted blue white and teal with a lash to the Abwaris. Captain Newton suspects the vessel belongs to an officer and an inquiry is opened to identify the boat owners. The Teeth ad Company reports half year profits at £000.50, and W. Lewie is committed for trial for stealing saddle gear at Bundaris Police Court.

Terrigal Newton Tm Osfiier Amd Teeth Ad Company. Limited Bundaris W. Wt. Lewie Mat Dareemy Tavewell

Camperdown Hotels Licences Cut By Four In Court Action

In Camperdown electorate, Judge Barkhousy presided as the Special Laval Option Court reduced hotel licences by four. Notable hotels affected include Newtowns Dover Castle, College Hotel, and Camperdown Howl, with licences for Camperiown Motels remaining until September 16, 1009. Two wine selling licences will cease. Bertel Nelson and Richard Burrows in Newtown face implications.

Barkhousy i Messedmiliura Mactattane Sita Dsrineburst Baye Thy Gecaton Laval Camperdown Toensey Ink Regrat-cheet Newtows Henry H Burgse Dover Castle Minsendra Road Campersown Mary Brennan College Hotel Prrmont Beideeroad Pat Rick Pittsralty Bertel Ft. Nelsos King-street Newtown Richard Burrows

Early Morning Theft Claims Newspaper Delivery

A Newtown Malice Curl carter John William Owen faced charges after a burglary at Ragwan area shops. Constable Tracey observed Owen remove papers under a doorstep from Lockington's shop shortly after 4 am. Owen pleaded guilty and received a short term imprisonment.

Brown Ag Carter John Willian Owen Willem O Perrin Idlal Tracey Tol Herta Ragwran Lockington Gwen Tracey Lin Lorkington's Bli Owen

The Wrong Man Parable At Parramatta Jail Reveal

An 19th century style report recounts a Parramatta prison mix up where two inmates shared a release error. One man freed by mistake later protested as the other inmate received the actual release, prompting officials to correct the error and free the correct prisoner.

Einorte Ani Wan Ju Go Taylor Parramati Mr. Taylor Rome Funck Weil France Parramatta St. Joseph's Prien

Raton and racing items from Randwick meet

The report mentions a city club race at Randwick next Saturday with a sale this morning. A horse named Dasesr beat Gows for Mr HJ Solomon f31. Bouman King is sent home to Memugi for a long spell. Lady Malster to be put on spell forania Downs.

Raton City Tarwreau Randwick HJ Solomon Memugi Bunaia Malster Ania Downs

Hat theft leads to central police charge in Campbell Street

Report describes a drunken man’s hat being taken on Campbell Street and later recovered. Constable Marsden detained the suspect after a witness noted the hat’s removal. Grimith named Seabthorpe charged with stealing a rain hat valued at 64 pence from Willem Umar.

Maralex Grimith Erect Seabthorpe Willem Umar Maredey Jimray Sealthorpe Wun Anad TM Baron Maye Pass

The Death of Maria Hodges in a Hospital Case

A reported death of Maria Hodges follows a complex medical procedure at a city hospital. The article notes psychiatric or legal concerns, the involvement of Dr Lutlm, and a coronial inquiry with multiple operations described and witnesses. The case references Crown Prosecutor, police, and hospital authorities amid uncertainty about the cause of death.

Morela Duke Rogers Maria Hodge Lisanne Van Crown Prasseutor Tonenin Lewsroy Hedznary Welanre Aireet Surry Marie Hodges Talwar

FAILED TO REPORT HIMSELF IN September sentence and punishment

In September last year Smphey Joseph Dinzon was sentenced to four months hard labor under the Grimes Act for failing to report himself as required by law. The court ordered penalties and a warning by the authorities, with detention and enforcement procedures noted.

Smphey Joseph Dinzon Panini Robinsom Robina

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