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Newspaper

Sydney Evening News

Location

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Aug 03, 1908

Page

6

Missing Friends Inquiries From Lloyds List London June

Inquiries call for full addresses and dates tied to past notices in Lloyd’s Weekly News. Names include Myde Arthur red beard from Shannon North Taland Na, Durrell Erneat of Wyesabos Essex who went to Australia 30 years ago, John axis Blam London relative, Mary Ans Martin believed in Australia, Wleet Slaney left Beginal for Dwoedin New Zealand about 22 years ago, Hagemeyer Henry former Reerd of ix Zoull Ansiraljy in 484, Bernard tolen Henry J. tefhbandon for Sydney at the Derwent, Fred Oaks Libbis Willem from Glarmouth left for Australia 1834-60 seen Melbourne, Laure Stevenson Arthur James asked, Stevenson Arthur James sailed to Bris Bane 1887, and others touring Australia under the name B Horas.

Liopte New London Lloyd'a Newn Myde Arthur Red Beard Mt Shannon North Taland Durrell Erneat Fort Wyesabos Essex Australia John Axis Blam William Mary Ans Martin Makes Wleet Slaney Beginal Dwoedin New Zealand Grother Joba Arthur James B, Horas Wrocker Ask

Clerk James Ritchie Dies After Sudden Illness

James Ritchie a clerk at 18 Jamioo street died after illness described as sudden by the Coroner. He had been unwell for some time and was found dead in bed on Sunday afternoon. Irene Morin, landlady’s daughter, checked the room and found him unresponsive. authorities took the body to the morgue.

James Ritchie Jamioo-street Irene Morin Fmother Hitchie Dest Bady

Robbery at Petersham and Derling Harbour Cabin Theft

In Petersham on Jock la Mutantey road the residence of George White was broken into during Saturday night while inmates were absent. Jewellery worth £5 stolen after entry by a duplicate key. Nearby a second incident aboard the liner Centralia saw £200 stolen from a cabin while Berth at Parker’s Wharf Derling Harbour.

George White Jock la Mutantey Road Peterabam George Evans Wentralia Huddust Parker's Wharf Derling Harbor Bik Return

Stand-off Signals in Severe Weather Across Regions

Reports from Sidney Wollongong and Kiama describe worsening conditions with heavy rain and dense fog. Seas are rough and winds strong as crews monitor a stand-off situation amid deteriorating maritime weather.

Eports Sidney Murmimg Wollongong Kiame

Chanesha Sails for Manila Ching Japan from West Circular Quay

The Caing Navigation Company's steamer Chanesha will depart West Circular Quay for Manila Ching and Japan via Quenosincd porte and Thursday Island. Passengers include Strs Guild and Burton and Miss H Delevale and J Sanders. Cargo lists 600 elopers 110 tons pipes 32 harsee 700 car rasra lamb 93 cases frocen nah 27 tons veal 5 tama pork and other items.

Caing Navigation Company Chanesha West Circular Quay Manila Ching Japan Porte Thursday Island Ofr Burton H- Delevale J. Sanders J. Copy Bydnty Elopers

Young Bride's Strange Death Inquest Reported

An inquest into the death of Phyllis Hudson, a young bride of Crown Street in Surry Hills, opened after she fell ill aboard the steamer Henry for Sydney and died in Redfern. Coroner Dr. Langson and Dr. Tidwell examined remains and vessels, listing spirochronic particles and attributing death to heat-induced complications with the inquiry adjourned for further tests.

Pheiiliow Hudson Tairly Bey Fuabwid Crown-vitee Surry Sydney Hir Crowsainet Butry Mills Wrrival Ble Aister Murh Pollapre Lankson Redfern Tee Panoer Nation Tidswell Tidamelle

Hydraulic Companies Reports Annual Balance Sheets

Reports from the Sydney and Suburban Hydraulic Power Company and the Sydney Hydraulic and General Engineering Company, due August 7, show credits and proposed distributions. The Engineering Company notes an interim dividend payment and a credit balance to be disbursed, with details on renewals, plant, and improvements and a carried forward balance.

Sydney and Suburban Hydraulic Power Company Sydney Hydraulic and General Engineering Company Waterton ESA

Uniformed block boys debut in civic dress

The 200 uniformed council workers appeared in the morning, marking a first display of coordinated attire. Some officials argued the attire was too bold and a contract was signed for form making, with a tamper noted in the process.

Sydser

Mutual Loan Distribution Report At City Held Saturday

The Ohieh GietvBation of the Mules Loan Lamited distributed funds Saturday in a civic gathering. One thousand one hundred ninety five subscribers joined in, with share warrants bearing numbers including 6083 3112 11 IMS 17 16 1104 and others. The event marked a the heaviest rate of activity in New Seals Wale during the 49 hours leading to closing.

New Seals

Military Appointments and Promotions In New South Wales

Governor-General approves changes in NSW military forces with numerous promotions temporary ranks and new appointments across Australian Light Horse regiments infantry and artillery. Officers named include MQuade M Quads Ritchie Beatt Rogatky Speira Chapman Lestin Tait Morley Borrey and many others with provisional ranks and transfers noted. Public school detachments assigned to battalions as part of reform.

Wis Stc F.C. M'Quads 2Nd Australian Infantry Regiment New South Wales Australian Light Horse Regimpant New South Wales Lancers Robert Clyde Ritchie Houtenant Australian Light Horse Regiment Augustus Wright Beatt David Michail Rogaltky Jobe Burnett Bextor Australian Light Hares Regiment Bunter River South Australian Light Horse Regiment New South Walee Northern Rivers Lancers Ralph Milton Wary Austtralian Field Albert Chenery New South Wales Scottish Wife Regiment Gordon Lestin Tait Michael Moran Capiali Fmt Australiia Infeniry Regiment Bale Aloa Qearjermener Afd Lisotenant J. Plercy Ee Quartermaster Aid Has Ath Hweeter River Lancers A. Hy Cleeve Omicnrs Te Weutenans Cais Kreserve Omicire C. x. Webb 3. George’s English Hire Polyutenant C. Cuningham W. Laurack R. Machariyia W. Clarke Colonial Ausiliary Forces Coloniel WC. Markwell Anstallen Light Horse Regiment Hunter River Australian’ Light Horse Regiment Dangers Lietenant J. Kennedy Northern Rivero T. KR. Morran Australian Garrison Artillery Sersein W. Cunningham 4Th Australies Infantry Regiment Raymounl Terrace Mite Club Tandedawne Ride Club Torkehirs Society Sidney Fenier Cader James Les Pulling Leutenant Bep Leslie Prank Barry-Colter Ernest Alexander Walker John James Campbell Lamisk Harold Haymond Cowdery Warren Wyllie Pale Cades Ceorrie Brurat Bivens Lew Tenaot John Bed HS B Clark L. D. Sheppard Hall NO. P. Cooke H. P., Keatelage A. Graham B.C. Henderson Cadlais E. Leer A. W. Flix Gerald B. A. Watson H.W. Mo Yabsley J. Machin A. G. Morgan W. J Cunningham Doyle BX. Byrne B. ES. Bridge J. H. Martin N- Peek Cuiuty W. 3 Cunninghass Lieuanant A. G. Hetchull Canened Abermain Wentworth Dulwich Ell Superior Bethnd Marrickville Dallalley Superior Public Schools Braidwood Bombala

Tenders Accepted for Telegraph Line Repairs at Braidwood Moragé

The tender by The Inadar of Mr Worath of Brai wood was approved to undertake repairs on the telegraph line between Braidwood and Moragé. Works include supply and erection of wooden poles, wiring, retopping, and clearing undergrowth along about one mile of line, with costs per mile and per pole detailed in the notice.

Worath Braiwood Braidwood Moragé

Pulled the Policeman's Leg in Court Incident

William Watts, 96, and two contractors faced Central Police Court after allegedly inciting a man to resist officers during a drunken arrest in George Street. The defendant allegedly tried to pull the constable's leg from under him as the crowd gathered after theatres closed. He was fined £5 or two months imprisonment. Two others were charged with inciting others and remanded until Wednesday.

Willam Watts Ter Central Police Court Lillie George Street Sear King-strest Thame Tofendaat

Chess match report from Newcastle Club clash

Chess item notes a Newcastle Club encounter against Manly with a debated move and follow up, referencing arcane terminology and year hints. The fragment suggests a contest outcome or sequence but lacks clear results or players names.

DANGERS OF THE CLIFFS AT ROATH HEAD

Large crowd expected at Roath Head for arrival of the American Fine. Cliff faces crumble, fences broken, danger posts erected with Danger signs. Police and border guards prepare to manage crowds along the Gap to Mecquaris Lighthouse area for a panoramic view.

Roath Vaucluse Preasol Thor Sipoul Mecquaris Harter Nativation Department

Voice of the People on immigration and public works debate

Letters discuss immigration costs versus potential war dangers, Warragamba dam economics, and its regional benefits. Readers recount tram injuries, police funding, and labor tensions, with notes on unionism and civic projects.

Stocks Pictures Display at D Bernards Gallery

Lovere ot art features water color studies by Bromt D Stocks on view at D Bernards 430 Georgy street. Works praised for color harmony and grasp of landscape, with New Zealand and Australia scenes including The Wattall River Otago and Lake Ada West Coast. The Art Union committee supervises the exhibition and sale of works.

Bromt D D. Bernards Solor New Zealand Fan New South ‘Wales Victoria Tasmanian Wattall Tver Otago Ada Newcastle Tihis Elmaine Manuka Island Wanaka Prat E Perry Hawkesbury River Lower Lake Te Ansa Baulibern Alps Brara River New South Wales Ari Union

Concerning a Vague European Idea About Australia

A letter received by 22 Maryborough officials from a visitor in England describes a vague European notion about Australia. The missive requests research and return if not found, signed with unfamiliar names and a request for consideration of a “Bossi Gwillam” and an address.

Australia Maryborough Victoria Eogiand Bossi Gwillam

SLY LIQUOR SELLING CASE AT CENTRAL POLICE COURT

Anain Lyons aged 2, married, was charged at the Central Police Court with selling colonial wine without tomes at premises in Wemyee Flrert. She pleaded guilty. Sergeant O'Dea testified bottles of wine were sold from the house. Her husband was a seafaring man. She had four children and received three months’ imprisonment with hard labor. The case notes mention a separate matter about Dr Sheldoon’s discovery and a Mr Colin.

Anain Lyons Gelithers Central Police Court Wemyee- Flrert O'Dea

Football and the Mind in the Game

A London columnist argues football develops character through initiative and intelligence. He contrasts amateur play with American football’s planned methods, urging players to think, experiment, and improve tactics, timing, and teamwork rather than mere physical effort.

Oov C. B. Pry London Chen Sura Honust Sven Allalre Commars Mawadiya Indiviana Acta Tus Ottelat Dietinenste Mérrhant Han Ming Ian Amybow

Seven Years Weather Cycle Warns of Dry Season for Farmers

Rainfall data from Bathurst district shows average 2h 76m per seven year cycle, with 50 year record of 30 years above average. Projections for the current year are grim as rainfall remains low up to June 30 and autumn and winter prove among the worst in recollection. Local Experimental Farm manager R. W. Peskock notes continued drought and deteriorating soil moisture, depressing farmer prospects. Sheldon’s New Discovery for Whooping Cough mentioned?

Bathurst R. W. Pescock Pecard

Sunday golf row prompts Presbyterian church plea

The Victorian Presbyterian Church moderator addresses metropolitan golf clubs urging them to curb Sunday play on board's Way links. He argues golf prizes tempt neglect of religious instruction and parental guidance, noting gate fees and earnings may erode moral standards among players and youth.

Eres Sir Eamel Trads Nzielz

False Alarm Sparks Woolloomooloo Watchman Fire Incident

A watchman’s small stove setup at a Woolloomooloo stable led to a large smoke display Sunday night. Passersby notified police who alerted the fire brigade, but firefighters found no blaze and soon returned. The crowd’s excitement persisted as investigators assessed the scene amid the rain.

Wollsomeolloa Wight Ie Watrhulan

Royal Agricultural Society Seeks Show Preparations and Awards

Officers reported progress on the upcoming Royal Show with plans for exhibits prize classes and renovations. Awards committees discussed wheat and beet collections and eligibility rules while the pavilion use was allocated to a kennel club event and works funding sought to ease financial strain.

I Cornel Kinga Aged Cultural Society Offivers Alen J. Praeymaus Waa New Rowih Wales Bhanen Harold Cadell Coronel Onslow F. Ireland H. Harria W Misevidge Calon Onsow Arsenal Morton Tiwan Northcote Marl Dudley Australia Melbguran Adelaide

Burwood Court Convicts Man on Multiple Charges

At Burwood Court Thomas Carr pleaded guilty to two counts involving indecent language related to Burwood Railway Buntios. He was fined £5 and imprisoned for six months. The court ordered additional duties totaling £40 and extended detention for another period.

Burwood Court Thomas Carr Indore Lee Gage Burwood Smith Asea

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