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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 25, 1908
Page
7
Fragmented OCR text lists births marriages deaths and memorials. Mentions names such as Northney Darlington Talbot Ward and Lovien Ward along with phrases like In Memoriam and weight. The jumbled items resemble a small local notice page with obituaries memorials and family notices.
The Centenary Review praised the cadets and troops as a model of discipline and soldierly bearing. It lauded the mounted regiments and naval and artillery forces, highlighting the cadets as the bright promise of the state and symbol of national unity and duty. The piece emphasizes pride in Australia’s military heritage and the hope of a strong Commonwealth army.
A speech extols Australia’s military strength shown in Centennial Park processions. It pledges trained, disciplined Australian soldiers and sailors as symbols of national character and imperial ideals. It emphasizes personal responsibility for peace, prosperity, and continued nation building.
The Moorish diary notes believe Abd-al-Asiz is defeated and deserted, enabling Muley Hafid to press for recognition. France, bound by the Algeciras Convention, may seek to disengage from Morocco while Hafid aims to secure European goodwill and stabilize finances amid tribal resistance and the threat from Rogbi.
French vital statistics show 774000 births and 74000 deaths in 1907, a net loss of twenty thousand lives. Despite a rise in marriages after reform bills, the falling birth rate remains rooted in broader causes beyond state action.
A journal piece discusses a husband and wife partnership deed that would fine for matrimonial faults. It contemplates using fines to discipline domestic life from unpunctual breakfasts to temper loss, suggesting the home could be governed by a formal system with fines saved for lean spells. The idea raises wider questions about contractual rules in marriage.
In a sharp contrast to Australia and New Zealand, Georgia authors a peculiar plan restricting facial and bodily adornments and cosmetic items. The proposal envisions banning cosmetics, teeth, hats, boas, and similar items, illustrating a far reaching preventive approach to social presentation.
A political reflection urges preserving public harbor vantage points for all to enjoy. It argues that restricting private views would hamper mass gatherings, threaten events and safety, and turn the harbor into a private space. The piece warns against enclosing the area with barriers and recalls a wandering visitor’s tale of a private outlook.
Meuter's Agency notes in London on Monday evening that deaths in France reached 734000 while births were 774000. It marks the first time deaths exceed births in the country. In 1906 births were 808847 and deaths 796196, a surplus of births totaling 3651.
The Louisiana Fire Brigade crews face American Tugboat and Krisney Wire Brigade in a 10 1 form afternoon match on the Memph River course between Circ Quay and Shark Island. The event awards four prizes, with arrangements pending and trust rules guiding entries and time trials.
The Industrial Court considered boards for four printing industries Compositors Linotype and mainline operators Heiferpress machinists bookbinders and paper rulers and lithographic workers The court weighed sectional boards with 10 members per side and potential boards for two industries The matter was adjourned for a week while details and representation were finalized
Tenders announced for public works include additions and repairs to pollée buildings at Bre warrind by A Porter of Woollahra for £34, laundry machinery at Benevolent Asylum Newington by O Ssbass for £285, erection of poller barracks at Orange by J J Burns for £1589, repairs to public school and residence at Murrurundl by E F Archer North Bradner for £208 16s 92, ships slings supply and delivery by Sydney contractor at 90 mile No 1 08, gauge trolley wire for railway tramway construction by W Cameron and Company Sydney, and station buildings at Lakemba Bow-road and Chapel-road Belmore railway contract No 3 by G As Leggo Paddington for £22273 105.
A Victorian Supreme Court ruling supports the genuineness of Sander and Sons Genuine Pure Eucalyptus Extract. It warns against cheaper imitations sold as “Just as good” and notes dangers from crude preparations. The article highlights a death linked to such substitutes and urges consumers to demand the genuine product.
A vivid 9 mile photograph depicts the American fleet arriving off the coast and turning toward Sydney harbor. Spectators crowd Bradley's Head as ships pass Meads, entering the harbor and anchoring. The image, priced at sixpence, is offered by All Booksellers and Stationery and the publisher Swein & Co.
A fragmented advertisement claims a remedy to treat indigestion by taking a few drops of a retented medicine for the stomach liver and intestines. It touts a famous tonic to combat the after effects and lists dubious quantities and unclear dosing.
The British Navy debate echoes through London with radical papers opposing a broader naval build up. The Westminster Gazette supports a four year shipbuilding plan with potential midcourse changes if Germany alters its pace, amid government scrutiny.
In matters in Morocco France will not recognize Mulat fiafd ay Sultan until the Al reciras Convention terms are fulfilled. France and Spain will continue duties imposed by the convention. French officers aided ADM-rl-Azi¢ to regain influence at the Sultan’s court. Dr. Eugene Veron, a physician linked to Morocccan affairs, is noted for his education and service at Fez courts and with Sir A. Nicolson’s mission.
In Pretoria the Legislative Assembly heard General Botha condemn Lord Milner s administration as the most unfortunate event in Transvaal history. Progressive members disputed the £1,000,000 grant and alleged misallocation of £23,000,000 reduced to £9,000,600 under the Vereeniging agreement. Chaplin questioned if Milner was autocratic and asked what that made Botha.
London reports Prince Philip of Eulenberg, recently linked to Berlin scandals, has wed in a German music hall in London. The prince, eldest son Count Frederick, was married in 194. The two younger unwed brothers Count Wart and Count Charles have recent marriage histories in 18% and 1885 respectively.
Bar silver was today quoted at 1s 13 4d per ounce at Tandon.
Hondon reports that a Turkish ex minister of marine has refunded £4,000 in London on Monday evening. The brief dispatch notes the restitution and the amount, with no additional context about the case or the parties involved.
A London report states Burma accepted a German design for four dreadnoughts to be delivered to Russia, with the ships to be dull at St Petersburg as agreed. The item reflects wartime naval diplomacy and impending deliveries between Britain, Germany, and Russia.
A brief notice notes commissions for Mr Longstaff by TSO and Mosher Evening, with Sas Beer proposed portrait work. The text mentions a 19 piece portrait of the Prince and Princess of Wales to the Imperial and Colonial cum.
Australian visitors can find a selection of representative books on sale. The listing highlights popular titles and practical guides for travelers, with emphasis on accessibility and local relevance for visitors.
In a string of robberies during a holiday period, thieves struck several locations including Ur. David Sheppert Dray and WY Parrasaaca-pas amandzie, ransacking homes and taking jewellery valued at substantial sums. Affected residents include Mr William Shorty, Limryestone Marrickville. Police began pursuing leads as investigations continue.
A government reshaping dispute over Potts Point property reached the High Court with Mr Justice Ac Th. Simpeon presiding. The Crown sought resume of the land from November 2 and argued the entire estate should revert to government control, while defendants contested the scope and timeline of the seizure and recovery. The case centered on which party holds rightful ownership and the conditions under which the property could revert to the Crown.
Monday tram traffic was heavily disrupted by military units marching near Geniennial Park and the Aumescan malnre, with tramcars halted and routes diverted to accommodate arrivals from the Review. Officials reported no serious injuries, and freight and passenger services resumed later, though delays persisted during afternoos.
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