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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 05, 1908
Page
5
Readers are urged to explore a department store sale featuring solid savings on items like handsome presentation volumes and red cloth editions. The notice emphasizes reduced prices across varied stock, though details are fragmented in the OCR.
Last day August sale offers reduced prices on ladies boots and shoes to clear an accumulation of odd lines. Some items may be limited in size or stock. Includes varied early stock with usual price reductions and descriptive notes by Geo. H. Birch FSA.
A fragmentary OCR read hints at damask and Portland shape items, including heliotrope gilt edges and various article counts. The text mentions floral motifs, shadings, and a price note, suggesting a catalog or advertisement for textiles or decorative fabrics.
At the Sports Club annual meeting Sir Marks was honored with a presentation from members led by E G Weyland for his support of amateur sport. A celebratory dinner in his honor is planned with representatives from all amateur sporting bodies in Sydney. Also noted is a fine for illegal soil removal and a report that rabbit skin prices are high amid reduced deliveries due to pest damage.
Mr Price-I asks the Premier in the Legislative Assembly if sweeps in Sydney and suburbs range from low to high prices and whether police are allowed to operate under the current act. He inquires about women and children buying tickets for sweeps and seeks possible legislation to regulate or curb the activity.
In the legislative inquiry Mr Parkes outlines questions about the federation act and the location of the Federal capital. He asks if the agreement at federation’s inception centred the seat of government in Melbourne and whether steps were taken to move it to Sydney in the future, including how the decision might be settled.
The piece cites the Government Astronomer of New South Wales, Mr Rumell, noting westerly winds in winter and rare easterly gales that bring heavy rain and high seas. It recalls the 1866 Carrawa gale wrecking a 438-ton passenger steamer, 59 perished, only one survivor. It details storm behavior, recorded downpours in 1871 1873 and later, and notable velocity records at Sydney Observatory including wind gusts and a water spout event.
The pound keeper of St Peters resigned after a period of neglect. Authorities found owners used the facility to abandon stray animals, creating a public nuisance on roads and byways. At a recent meeting, officials decided to reinstate the pound to address the issue.
Annandale and Leichhardt post offices to be reviewed with a proposed site on Parramatta Road. Authority considers moving South Leichhardt Post Office to new premises and assessing price for Macoza frontage. Government building plans directed to determine feasibility and cost.
The Arhandaln Municipality valuer presented the annual assessment to aldermen on Monday. Improved capital value stood at £55154 with rates receivable at £? elected. unimproved capital value £605.64. The unimproved rate in the £ was 4d. The report was formally received.
The Tempe Town Council approved the Tritipa New Recreation Reserve to cover about 3k acres along the Cook's River extending beyond the Tempe Bridge. Aimed at boosting public use and attracting visitors on Anniversary Day, improvements were authorized up to £20 at the last meeting.
In Emmaville heavy beneficial rain spurs renewed tin dredging activity after months of drought. Operators report promising gains at Commonwealth dredge and Great Britain works, with water abundant enough to sustain operations for weeks. The Fir 1a estate and The Sluicing Company push trials at multiple plant sites as garbled ore yields improve and machinery arrives to boost production.
Boundary streets between Newtown and Marrickville drawn up to ease councils’ concerns under the Local Government Act. An agreement with Merricksile Council envisages shared costs for boundary works including a 28 acre site and road widening from Wilie to Edgeware Road. Municipal engineers report progress and outlined measures to proceed.
The Hwey Enierat audience enjoyed a clever performance of The Schoolmistress a witty romp featuring Miss Stephen and a cast including Gwenfolenn Erwquitu June Mr. Poxall and Diinzys. Under Lyney T. Price direction the production pleased the casemate audience with an active orchestral accompaniment by W Downes.
An 18th century university extension session reports low turnout for a December lecture on "Az tealan Velars" and related topics. Officials, including the Mayor and clergy, attended a bare dozen delegates. postponement was discussed as the lecturer, Professor Andarsqu.Svadl, considered rescheduling to a later date.
A revived co operative movement seeks to form a national federation of farmers and growers. At a Brisbane conference delegates discussed exporting refined produce and building solidarity to counter market pressures. Campbel and others pushed for unity while pledges of support came from several delegates across states.
Parliament debated unifying Australis and abolishing faulty Parliament. A motion for extended powers was rejected. Delegates urged vigilance against dilution of state and rural government powers, arguing unity is the best path for governance.
A circular notes absar ers oevirrad at Wunnamurre station. Sea wear offers what is knnwn as Sree fe ome' af ta each, with two for one deals leaving shearers owing one sheep but credited for two. Men head to town the same evening as Larcy Sumbirs of workers gather. Exporter roully plans to visit other stations. Wire mattresses and couches advertised as the best.
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