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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 28, 1908
Page
4
A fragmented notice outlines publication times for the Evening News first and second editions on Monday to Friday, with specific deadlines and pages. It also refers to Saturday editions and late sporting pages, highlighting edition times and section labels.
A fragmented memorial notices page blends obituaries and in memoriam reports with public notices and a lengthy opinion on international relations. The discussion contrasts British restraint with German expansion, arguing for peaceful understandings while acknowledging strategic imperatives and geographic realities across Europe.
The visit of Mr I Jold George, Chancellor of the Exchequer, to Germany aims at better understanding between Britain and Germany. He visited Hamburg and spoke at a function where cordial sentiments towards the German Empire were noted. The discussions touched on limiting naval and commercial rivalry, with observers skeptical of the balance of power theory and worried about its practical effect on any potential accord.
The item references Mr Price as Premier of South Australia and notes his presence during the event. The fragment limits a fuller summary, but it indicates a weekly note on an order connected to the premier's attendance.
The article recalls a ceremonial waste reunion of politicians from various States in Sydney. Premier Both Atatraflan highlights Alinwelt and contemporaries as the chief attraction, though many disagree. The crowd praised the vast archiotre of the immense crowd while police credit public cooperation for maintaining order. 18000 young enlisted men ashore behaved with courtly modesty, some restraining a few loyal hoodlums from mischief, signaling a strong civic effort and a notable display of calm conduct during a tense period.
The Sydney Coal Lumpers Union refuses to coal the Relief vessel delaying the American hospital ship. The incident sparks criticism for cutting fuel and delaying relief work, with calls for the union to withhold its services to show remorse and restore goodwill with visiting ships.
The court heard an application to vary an ante nuptial settlement in the divorce case of Hannah Alexander formerly Solomon versus Louis Alexander. The petition sought to treat the trust as if the husband were dead to secure £200 a year. arguments over authority and the true construction of the settlement followed, with testimonies from Mr Ralston and Sir Whitfeld.
Mr H R Rainsford, District Superintendent Secretary of the Bl ooby Ambulance Brigade, writes to highlight ambulance work at public outdoor functions. He argues rapid medical aid saves many injuries, urges more Brat aid knowledge, and supports ambulance stations and public volunteers who work without pay.
The Young Turkish Party backs an amended empire under Abdul Hamid's prolonged rule, noting that Ottoman succession follows male descent and favors brothers over sons. Abdul Hamid, 68, has held the throne for 12 years amid comparisons to other monarchs with long reigns, while Europe observes aging rulers and the strain on stability.
The Full Court heard a stamp duty appeal over transfers between George Washington Beckham Ring and James Cunningham for Moormin Plains pastoral holding sold at £22001 10. Instruments included freehold, Crown Lands Act, and conditionally purchased lands with various ad valorem stamp sums. The Commissioner assessed £132 as stamp duty on deeds, with additional charges. Cunningham paid £13 and protested £114. The court dismissed the appeal, affirming the original assessment.
A toast at a social event lauds the American Fleet as the greatest in the world while noting Britain’s Royal Navy as a rival. The speaker cites national pride, defends U S naval strength, and contrasts self sufficiency with Britain’s naval dominance, amid cheers and a closing tribute to Mr. Garry.
John Finney a long time Albury bootmaker was found dead in Pops Lane near Albury this morning. He lived several miles outside town and operated a shop in town. Authorities suggest a fall may have caused the death with preliminary inquiries underway.
The pilot at Gabo Island telegraphed that the American Fleet, which cleared Sydney Heads at 8:40 Thursday morning, reached Gabo Island by 4:00 this morning. Gabo Island lies 257 miles from Sydney and the voyage covered about 19 hours at an average speed near 12 knots.
Police report a bowling club break in with window forced and champagne stolen. The caretaker Mr Young alerted authorities this morning and officers began inquiries, noting suspicious activity around the premises.
Unredeemed Pindyre listed for sale at 347e Pitt Street on September 4 by John P Lister. A departure by the B and A moditimer was postponed to 3 39 p m. Sydney witnesses a Wednesday school children demonstration at Cricket Ground but many could not enter due to gate restrictions and crowding.
The steamship Supa suffered a severe hull breach after a collision at the wharf in Sydney, with damage to the vessel’s midship plates and buckets of water pouring in. The ship was towed to port for a full survey and repairs, while crew worked to control flooding and keep the ship afloat. The incident prompted offshore inquiries and a formal report to maritime authorities.
Over AO officers attended at New Masonic Hall Castroresch Street Thursday as metropolitan police from Sydney visited. Superintendent Sherwood and Edward Mestre led a receptive crowd of local constables praising the force’s past year and thanking Inspector General for the event and extra holiday.
At Water Delice Court a confusion over the name Michael Thomas Kelly led to a mistaken arrest for Thomas Kelly. Police and a magistrate clarified the error, noting the actual man was Thomas Kelly, who had been drunk in Cumberland Street. He pled guilty to a lesser charge and was admonished and discharged.
Friday report notes strong land purchase interest from New Zealand and adjacent states for pastoral and agricultural blocks. The auction on 14 is praised as a top pick by buyers, with several properties and buyers named including A Hl Dunnomby Mantle Mas Jush and Arthur Maualag from Kilgowle.
Reports indicate members of the New South Wain Millitary unit will travel to Melbourne for five days as part of a stay by the American forces. Key figures include Mr. Wade, Sir Wood, Mr. Wasdell, and Mr. Oakes M.A.A. A travel party will depart Tuesday night. Mr. Ashes and Mr. Gates are expected to cover travel costs.
An advert promotes NR. Sucthas’s Rheumatic Pills as a cure for rheumatism gout and related pains. It claims relief for head and face aches and nerve disorders with a suggested price of one and a half and five shillings. Letters of correspondence accepted. Sole proprietors listed as Themiats BL rect in Sydney. Open all night.
A court outcome discusses Maddocks Cohen solicitor fees and recovery arrangements in a detailed civil action. The document references payment of £85 and other sums, the appointment of a receiver for a separate estate, and the court’s consideration of costs, deposits, and the respondent's actions in the matter.
Mary Harahanh, a resident of Aranfet Street, died after falling from a cart. Authorities report she sustained head injuries and was transported to Prices Alfrel Hospital in critical condition, where she died on Thursday.
Fragmentary OCR text references Burns Squires match and photographs of minterskipe framed panels. Mentions Sydney Cov and Geareeet with dates and numbers. The readable parts indicate a catalog or card style record with framing details and order notes.
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