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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 24, 1900
Page
4
A fragmented note discusses Lieutenant Cerdux and a figure named Bote, claiming one army would steal Cerdux while Bote is described as well known for merit. The text is incomplete and lacks clear context or dates.
Chaotic Pekin after a wavering of the Pekin Legations and heavy bombardment, with Allied forces preparing a march toward Pekin while China faces internal tensions. Admiral Seemann reports on the naval and ground positions, noting German and American roles and French staff movements in the wider Asiatic theater.
Reports from Telparame and Conbabulgs Creek describe a night of fires and pursuits by authorities. Inspects Cameron and Rawlinson’s party track fugitives across Liverpool Range toward Wlangollen Homestead, with cautions about open country and possible escapes toward Jhunny's Creek and Green Hills.
A garbled necrology fragment lists memorials and heartfelt remembrances for several individuals. References to a Benevolent tribute for Eames and others mention dates, ages, and locations, with lines hinting at family sentiments and funeral notices. The readable portions signal a traditional “In Memoriam” page listing names and affectionate remembrances.
The article discusses the second reading of the Industrial Disputes Arbitration Bill in the Legislative Assembly. It notes expected changes before a lower chamber passage, opposition largely from critics of Mr Wis and Mr Bowers, and the risk of dividing employers and employed. It emphasizes the bill’s aim to provide arbitration between opposing sides while safeguarding individual rights and warns against overreach into union formation. The piece references Sir George Dibbs, Sir William Lyne, Mr Barton, and other political figures in a broader party and policy context.
The House approved the second reading of the arbitration bill without division, arguing Parliament not only has no objection but is anxious to provide for arbitration in industrial disputes, with funds to support arbitration up to the proposed limit.
The dispatch outlines De Wet leading a retreat east toward the Orange River Colony with about 300 followers, dodging British forces along rail lines, and forcing a long march of over seventy miles. It notes German and British actions, Baden-Powell’s force, and the pursuing Plumer and French units as the war intensifies around Waterval and Wunderfontein with several engagements and heavy Boer casualties.
India reports death sentences for Tarnished rioters in Cawnpore as authorities suspend rioting. Viceroy Curzon punishes the Raja of Christapore for suppressing unrest linked to native mobs. Kipling is said to reference royal indulgences, while rumors link the King’s poison to brandy and champagne, with sea water said to alter the constitution.
A deputation urged the government to provide suitable accommodation for the late Mr Mitchell's gift to the New Bourne Vale Public Library. They urged housing the ten thousand valued volumes in proper space, preferably near the National Art Gallery, to ensure the collection’s safety and access for NSW residents. The call stressed that annual content growth requires commensurate facilities.
Fragments report a plague death in Towmaville 61 and a future visit by the Presier on Faraday to inspect the Capitol district. Other items reference a parliamentary inquiry, prison or worksite accidents, and a foggy, disrupted scene at a mill with trees blown and a blockade ending.
The Wharf Laborers Union and the stevedores met to adjust draft rules and wages. Compromises set hourly rates for day and night shifts, with a proposed smoke break to be decided by the union and dock committee, while disputes on a spell between 19 and 10:30 remain unresolved.
The libel action by police constable Richard Edward Horr to recover £10 against Fran and Christopher Beaver, proprietors of the Evening News, will resume Monday before Mr Justice Cohen and a four man jury. Reminded will be that the hearing of the case adjourned last autumn after evidence on both sides. The alleged libel concerned a report published October 1 about a coal-jumpers picnic at Clontarf the previous day.
Captain Crossan of the pilot steamer Ajam defeats a pointed pilot for Sydney Harbor. Mr Dunn becomes chief officer and Mr Leslie advances to second officer. Mr Caghle takes Brown's Log Service second mate.
The Colonial Secretary tabled a Public Service Board report on Coast Hospital staffing. The keeper of the coast hospital was urged to be reappointed at a reduced salary after earlier contractor disputes. The board found management lax and recommended retaining the chief medical officer only amid ongoing cases and supply issues in Manning River mills.
Fragmentary ad touts BoSe celebrated elation remedy for eye complaints. Claims cure and relief offered by chemists and druggists through general storekeepers. Ambiguous terms reference eye swelling and ailments with promotional tone.
A telegraph list enumerates Australasian and New Zealand missionaries laboring in China under China Inland Mission direction. Names cover New South Wales Victoria South Australia Queensland Tasmania New Zealand with ministers, matrons, and helpers including Booth, Edna Hadí, J Coleman, Parvonn, Willian Lloyd, Pelthbos, Burgess, Alice Henry, Katie Fleming, Susly Garland, Evnel Tei, Florence Young, J Southey, Hannah Reid, Sted, and many others.
A delegation of returning soldiers led by Sergeant-Purrier Denny visited Lieutenant Jenkins to honor his service. They presented a gold favour with the inscription from the Bersie force and toasted with champagne thanking him for his care. Jenkins replied modestly and pledged to issue the gift to others who return from front.
The city welcomes Mr F M Alexanders first appearance and highlights his new method in vocal teaching. He will present recitations and humorous sketches, with Robert Wayne and Miss Edith Tasca Page as guests. The program includes George Grossmith and Cormey Gale acts. Tickets and seats available at Memes Nicholson and Company.
At Thureslay meeting the Aborigines Protection Board discussed police report of half caste Aborigines aged 20 to 30 leaving work near a camp. Officers fear unrest and seek action. Board says they are not living at reserves and should be warned off the reserve and denied rations. case to be referred to the Superintendent of Police.
At Newtown Policy Court Charles Baldry Abel of Abel and Company faced charges under the Factories and Shops Act for employing a lad under sixteen for more than four percent hours in a week. After evidence, Magistrate Gimmiend fined Abel ten shillings and costs, noting employers often rely on misrepresented ages. Abel defended the actions as due to misrepresentation and asserted he employed about 200 workers without complaint.
A fragmentary Town and County Journal item reports on a Tamworth billiards match and a death near Farnieot selection in Groken Hill district. It mentions a man named John Naylon and a revolved railway wage dispute. The piece references council figures such as Mr. Flugher and Mr. Neher and hints at the Queen Victoria Market. The garbled text shows political and industrial notes with unclear attributions.
A digest of diverse items from the Town and Country Journal and Sydney notices. Highlights include arbitration committee actions, theatre performances at Criterion Theatre, licence transfer at Rozelle Hotel, public luncheons, rail and bridge concerns, local council tender awards, steamer movements, and a fatality report. Also noted are political petitions, police bravery coverage, and a charity donation auction connected to the A.G.C. Limited.
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