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Newspaper

Sydney Evening News

Location

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Aug 16, 1900

Page

6

Brighton Brunner Collision Inquiry Continues In Sydney Harbor

The Marine Court, with Judge Backhouse and Judge Heydon, probes the August 7 collision between Port Jackson ferry Brighton and the collier Brunner in Sydney Harbor. Evidence includes lookouts, engineers, and captains as the court plans to reconvene with findings due next Monday after hearings and potential vessel inspections.

Marine Court Backhouse Heydon D. Dakin C. E. Bird Port Jackson Company Brighton Brunner Sydney Harbor Chewner Cargill Crown Solicitor’s Office Edie Dr. Sly F P. W. Creagh Thompson Richardson and Thompson H. A. Russell Sly and Russell Harry Shelper Archibald M'Lean Francis William Brady Mr. Russell Russell Sly Elients

Brighton A View In Dock Shows Major Hull Damage

The Brighton, floated off Chowder Beach, is docked at Jubilee Dock Johnstone Bay. An Evening News report notes a broken sponson forward of the paddlebox and a 1 ft by 16 ft hole, with patches placed to pump water. Repairs may cost much, but the Port Jackson Company hopes the steamer returns to service on the Manly line in five to six weeks.

Brighton Jubilee Johnstone's Bay Evening News Port Jackson Company Sydney Harbor Messrs Scott Goodsir

Thefts at Victoria Barracks in Paddington

Report from Paddington court details thefts at Victoria Barracks involving a silver hunting watch and chain valued at £3 from Lieutenant Thompson and a similar earlier robbery. A 10 year old boy, James George Water, implicated the theft and a second boy named by Water was later identified. Yates was fined 20 shillings and ordered to 12 months in reform school for the thefts. Letters indicate Sydney mail from July 1, arriving August 13.

William Edward Falkner Permanent Cavalry Victoria Barracks Paddington James George Water Vietria Barracks J. A. M. W. Thompson Davoren Yates Tivoli-street Palkner Thompsone Quarters Paddington Court Smithers Falkner Carpentarian Reformatory

Military inquiry on contingents pay and clothing woes

Testimony before the select committee reveals faulty saddlery and helmets, uneven pay for privates and officers, rushed deployments, and disputed inspector authority. Witnesses include Charles Fyshe Roberts and John Taunton noting lack of Cape supplies and front-line pay, with general French acknowledging equipment flaws and governance tensions.

Frend Legislative Assembly Charles Fyshe Roberts Cape Capetown Sleath Calomel Roberts Webley South Africa John Edward Doldge Taunton Morris Marian Boam Knight Henry Douglas Mackenzie Mackenzie Aaid Tis Nowa G.O.C Smith London Yeomanry Yeomanry Brabant Natal China New South Wales

Wednesday Proceedings Reveal Pressures in Officers Selection

The committee resumed its sittings on Wednesday with Major-General French explaining a prior reply. He said pressure came mainly from Ministers and others regarding officer selections for the Permanent Forces Staff, while also admitting his share. The examination touched helmets and clothing for contingents and a noted friction between Major Knight and Major Boam.

Wilks Mr. Wilks Major Knight Major Boam Major Bear Boam Canda Queensland Iobia Bushmen's Committee Caray Major Owen Meagher Cape Colonel Roberts Roberta New South Wales French Mackay Witness Citizens’ Bush Imperial Bush Imperial Busimens South Africa Sleath Arthur Holmes Holmes Victoria Messrs Chanter Piddington Cook Knight Slesth Sleeth Bed Risw Use

Weather forecast by Mr Wragg with regional details

The forecast notes cloudy, gloomy, squally conditions with partial rain in the south and strong winds in some areas. West Australia and Northern territories show varied conditions from fine to showery, with strong winds at times. New Zealand and New Caledonia expect unsettled or fine weather with occasional rain or showers.

West Australia Northern Territory Central Australia South Australia Queensland Victoria Tasmania New Zealand New Caledonia

Bankrupts Listed In Voluntary Sequestrations

Henry Coulter of Swansea Lake Macquarie an engine driver and Charles Mutton of Mount Hope a miner are listed in voluntary sequestrations. Official assignees G T Lloyd and N F Gibbs are named. Ernest and Mount Hope are referenced as places involved in the proceedings.

Henry Coulter Swansea Lake Macquarie G. T. Lloyd Ernest Charles Mutton Mount Hope N. F. Gibbs

Black murderers area chase extends toward Mudgee region

From Narrabri to Rocky Glen and Bora Creek, police track black murderers who have fled toward Mudgee. Reports say armed fugitives were seen near Hohen a Creek and at Tinonee, while settlers stay vigilant as authorities pursue across the region.

Narrabri T. H. M'Gee Rocky Glen Coonabarabran Barradine Canawella Station Bora Creek Mudgee Queensland Wingham Hogan Taree Tambar Springs Bate Hohena Creek Doucett Gunnedah Wee Waa Garrawilla Cameron

The Japanese Mail Steamer Arrives at Circular Quay

The Japanese mail steamer Yawata Maru arrived from Yokohama via Kobe and berthed at Circular Quay. Passengers report Boxer activity rising in China with villages burned and converts killed near Shanghai while Chinese in the region aid refugees, and most China residents remain wary of the unrest.

Yokohama Circular Quay Evening News China Company Taiwan Kobe China Shanzasi Shanghai

Assaulting a Constable in Pyrmont Court

Constable Smith confronted John M Innes an engineer at a hotel Tuesday night as he attempted to eject him. M Innes resisted violently attracting Sergeant M Crimmon’s help and fought back while being handcuffed. He kicked Smith’s legs as he was restrained. Brought to Central Court, M Innes faced a charge of assaulting a constable with two prior police assault convictions and received three months hard labour.

Smith Pyrmont John M'Innes M‘innes M'Crimmon Mac M'Innes

Plucky chase leads to charges at Water Police Court

At Circular Quay on Sunday July 29 Harry Hards alias Walter Barr 25 plumber Henry Robinson alias Albury 23 bootmaker and Alfred Watson 26 jockey faced Water Police Court charged with maliciously inflicting grievous bodily harm on Alexander Joseph Thompson licensee of the Marble Hotel Clifton Gardens. Thompson injured jaw and teeth after a pursuit in which Watson struck him. Robinson and Hards were linked to the incident. The men were committed for trial with bail set at £80 each and two sureties of £40 each or one of £80.

Water Harry Hards Walter Barr Henry Robinson Albury Alfred Watson Alexander Jseph Thompson Marioe Clifton Gardens No. & Jetty Circular Quay Hards Hulka Harde Nelson Pearl Bay Hartle Watzon Hamilton Street Thompson Robinson Ball

Sale of Stallions at Inglis Bazaar Twenty First Annual Sale

Measrs William Inglis and Son held their twenty first annual stallion sale at Pitt street bazaar. Buyers from country colonies and local areas attended as blood Arab coaching roadster trotting and draught stallions drew spirited bidding. Notable lots included Arthur imp bay Arab at 35 guineas, Duke imp trotting stallion at 60 guineas, Tuxedo II and related geldings, Sir Robert and Sir Hercules draughts, and several others from Australia and Tasmania with prices ranging from 12 guineas to 150 guineas.

William Inglis and Son Pitt-street John Eaton Mudgee Westbrook Cheveden Lamb Huret Colgrave Arthur R. Kilgour Samuel Hordern Retford Park Duke Berlin J. Jeffries J. Farmer J. Cameron R. Beckett John T. Hall Nowra Dexter E. Robinson Black Springs Hugh Rea Victoria Sir Robert Sir Lawrence IL A. J. Morton British Lion Tasmania Trumper B. Cutler Raglan Cameron Yet Taree Bay Iligo Giles Lord Roberts England Art. Woods Brothers

Wheat markets hold steady amid export demand and drought pressures

Australian and Victorian wheat markets show limited prime supply for export margins as weather worsens crops. South Australia reports progress while Victoria endures drying winds and scarce large orders. Oats and maize trade flows shift with six steamers fixed for South Africa and Victorian shipments. prices for breadstuffs and dairy stay volatile as nationwide conditions mix drought with record dairy output forecasts.

South Australia Victoria Sydney South Africa Durban Greenwich Windsor Moortlake Magwen China Melborne Wales N.S.W Melbourne Manitoba Pollard Derrick Lucerne N.Z W. S.W New Zealand Odalla

Fruit prices and fruit demand in Queensland market

Queensland fruit trade reports strong demand for bananas awaiting Fiji imports. Citrus supplies are light with warmer weather boosting lemon inquiries. Prices per case and per half case vary across oranges mandarins apples pears strawberries pineapple coconuts and bananas with ranges listed for each fruit.

Queensland Fiji

Redfern Forage Sales Show Flat Demand Despite Tight Supplies

Demand remained weak for most lines at Redfern as supply stayed tight. Prices quoted included chaff at 8d to 3s, lucerne hay up to 4d, and oaten hay around 35 for prime. Turnips sold well, with prime at 29 3d. Numerous consignees recorded and 39 trucks moved, with many consignments passed. Preparations underway for a large relief ballot next week offering piecework forest thinning and stock route clearing work paying about 4s 64d per day.

Redfern Bayern Mesara J. Bridge and Company Sheppard, Harvey, and Walker R. Little and Company H. M. Suttor and Company Ellis and Company H. Prescott and Company Farmers and Settlers’ Association Denis and Perry Farmers’ Co-operatot Company J. W. Gray and Company Coles Yassa T. Brotherton Bowning J. Lawford Cunningar Greene and Douglas Monteagle H. A. College Richmond H. Lee W. J. Wilbow Windsor Oaten Hay Parker Penrith Cheeney Newbridge J. Powell Galong J. and J. Ryan Marylan Lucerne O'Grady Lime Giding L. M.kinnon A. Lee East Maitland G. Marks Mudgee Jones Bungendore Darling Harbor Ceotomen

Melbourne Stock Exchange props bill licensing brokers

A Melbourne deputation from the stock exchanges protested against Mr O Neill’s bill to license stock and sharebrokers at a fee of twenty pounds per year. The Attorney General Mr Irvine received their petition, with Sir William Zeal explaining objections to provisions.

Melbourne Stock Exchange Irvine O'Neill William Zeal Legislative Council John M* Whee Pres.dent Melbourne ifVine Medel Mit Jude Vonsi New South Wales Inverell J. E. Ducker London Oroya Sydney Queen Margaret South Drive North Drive Mount Garnet Freehold Queensland Horn Island Lyell Tharsis South Tharsis Company Mount Lyell Aikelihood Mount Tharails Linuit Lyell Gicllambane North Central Mount David Federal City Bank Shoalhaven Terraces Los Cobar Great Western Young Australian Australian Mutual Fire Jennings Woodlark Chillagoe North Moonlight Associated Golden Link Ivan Lake View Northerm Hainault North Broken Hill North Broken Hill Junction North Adelaide Slack Ivanhoe Galden Horseshoe W.A Paris National Bank of Australasia Bank of Victoria North Shore Gas Bank of N.S.W Cis of Sydney Old Mudgee Gas Mercancle Mutual Insurance Stockton Coal Arajuen Proprietary Mount Morgan A.J.S Girllambone Cottswood Turon

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