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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 01, 1906
Page
9
A 1900s illustrated piece extols microbes as essential here and abroad. It covers their roles in digestion, bread, beer, cheese, wine, and agriculture, framing them as indispensable saviors and occasional threats in a period tone.
A Saunders presents a shopping guide promoting a 3d paste bosk of Xmas gift ideas. It touts their jewelry and silverware, free carriage to any address, and positions their Sydney shop as a premier jeweller and optician. The insert mentions a forthcoming publication Like It With It and hints at modern mall shopping conveniences.
A fragmented and satirical piece mocks a parliamentary candidate and allies for claiming universal benevolence to justify political aims. It recalls a similar eccentric tale from New Zealand about an eclipse night, with ridicule aimed at public figures and their rhetoric.
A Simpson era editorial notes the New York Society plans to transform office boys into modern angelic workers. The Sydney branch might imitate this, though it reads more as a dream than a likely reality. The piece praises improved business knowledge and market sense in office boys but doubts such extreme changes are feasible.
A fragmentary critique on frank criticism, quoting Mark Twain on how critics must be accepted only if aligned with the speaker's views. It recalls Archbishop Gewand of Git Bias, a line about palace threats, and notes the stubbornness of leaders toward dissenting opinion amid a broader discussion of public figures and perception.
London dispatch reports the Canadian tariff contains 1200 items with reduced duties on iron and steel favoring British producers. Minister Fielding outlines an intermediate tariff below the general rate and above the preferential tariff, aiming for renewed negotiations after adjustments. He notes a nine year consumer gain of 28 million dollars from preference to Britain, anticipating a fiscal year surplus of about 13 million dollars.
Soverpor-General of Canada spoke in Toronto predicting Dominion farmers will seek the Orient market for their provinces. He said Canadians would develop nationality within the Crown's guiding circle and foresees autonomous colonies joining Great Britain in an equal partnership. The speech touched imperial obligations and federation themes.
The will of George Herring supports the London Hospital Fund for the Metropolis Sunday Hospital Drive. Details mention a bequest and estate value around 1,970,009 in local currency, with phrasing referencing a philanthropic influence and public appeal.
London wool dealers report firm demand at unchanged prices for a brisk sale. Prices for various merino and worsted lots show small rises on some lines as buyers place orders from the Lonfon house cable dated the 20th. Buyers including Bartres Bond, Kataudes, and Watgmy and Company operate with active inquiry and steadier competition.
Reports from Witten Westplatta describe a blast at a factory near Ammen that shattered windows and sent debris through the area. Firefighters and volunteers battled flames as survivors searched for missing workers and authorities began to tally casualties and relief efforts.
London lawmakers passed an amendment to the Compensation for Workmen bill. The measure, backed by the Labor Party, narrows compensation to cases where injuries disable a worker for a specified period, excluding death or permanent disability and excluding willful misconduct by the worker.
Vridas reports at 2.10 pm that Brith Company makes an offer to General Boot for 1,000,000 acres in Rhodesia to establish a colony. The offer is conditional on the land being returned if HP Tha KebelMe proves a failure.
Bar silver in London at 22 84 per ounce midday today with pricing shown in standard quotation format. Market notes indicate slight fluctuations amid cautious trading as investors weigh industrial demand and investment appeal.
The money market shows the three months bills rate at 15.5.2 per cent lower, with a closing discount at My per cent. The bank rate holds at 6 per cent, while consols ease slightly on renewed work prospects at 6 per cent.
London reports the Belgian Chamber of Beomies defends Congo Free State policies amid war talk and accusations of harsh autocratic rule. Government praises Congo development while denouncing critics as sensationalists.
London report says Sir Jon Wadren, Chief Justice at Victoria, will sail for New York on December 5 and will reach Vancouver early in January after stopping at Auckland.
The Emperor comic opera returns with original scenery and cast. The revival features the Note! Statue Ballet and the roving scene in the second act. A box plan for seat sales opens Monday at 10 am at Palin.
NSW Parliament reports debate over purchasing private land near Merry Burrow for Crown sale proceeds totaling £64,177 and approves related municipal borrowing. Other measures pass including removing public housing from Glebe Island to Homebush Point and committee action on bills governing trams and water works, with several readings and votes recorded.
Police report a wild man in a nude state seen roaming the Berowra district. He climbs trees with squirrel like agility and runs with speed wielding piercing cries. Constables from Hornsby are patrolling the rugged country following sightings and footprints on a narrow ridge.
The tea steamer Arrivo from Sydney carried wool and other goods to the United Kingdom and Continent. Frederick Weary Wealtries was sentenced to eight months for selling Mr. E Seymour Hick. The Island steamer Titus will depart Sydney Wharf on Monday for Brisbane Vila and Mareball Islands, with managers L C Gordon, Mr Reemers and Mr Mactiermat aboard.
A Victorian Supreme Court ruling condemns substitutes for genuine eucalyptus extract. The Lancet reports Dr J Benjamin noting poisoning risk to a child from a mislabelled product. The article urges scientifically tested and approved remedies to protect the public.
A report from New South Wales notes ongoing prosperity in farming and revenue towns. Last year’s yields rose, with a substantial surplus over the prior year, and expectations of further gains from improved wool and commodity values. Carruthers predicts continued growth, forecasting around £2000 more in revenue as operations expand.
Reports on the city council elections and anticipated measures across wards. Mentions candidates, polling plans, and the need to amend procedures to extend terms and adjust district facilities. Focuses on voter turnout, ward boundaries, and the role of public venues in the electoral process.
Reported in the city a monkey attacked two children as they walked home. The animal was shot dead by a bystander who heard the commotion. One girl sustained injuries and received treatment. the other child was unharmed.
The display features a bronze relief base with swimmers supporting a wreath and a bronze figure, honoring Kierne's English championship medals. The tapestry and caps, produced by the same firm, highlight Ciifan Gardent’s design and the December opening at the new Baths.
A damaged OCR item reports appointments and duties for police and naval officials, with mentions of Professor PW Slavaneon and Inspector-tenwell at Folie Todd. It notes commissions, investigations, and potential trials linked to Japanese involvement and Admiralty review of sentences. Six more stokers sentenced at Portsmouth for naval fire incidents. appeals and sentence modifications implied.
Fragmented retail notices claim Sydney boot shops offer a wide range of boots from major manufacturers like Mtsahex Brothers and MM Hunter Mtroot. Advertisements promise varied shapes and strong stock at low prices, with many stores inviting customers to visit or request illustrated catalogs.
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