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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 04, 1902
Page
5
KorraiGHT provides cable news briefs from The Evening News. Report highlights focus on local events, politics, and sports as delivered by Prem and team.
Official dispatches published from London describe Britain denying Prince Ching's rejection of Germany's terms on the Yangtze Valley. Bytalu protested to Germany while China limits its freedom of action. A direct line of eight steamers to Mexico appears noted as the only country open to Chinese emigrants.
Berlin dispatch reports that the withdrawal from Shanghai hinges on available transports. The message notes uncertainty and emphasizes railway and sea routes as decisive factors in the Timetable and potential delays.
Britain moves to seize 1000 pounds of gold lent to Dr Leyds as assets of the Transvaal claim. The article notes possible £130,000 wartime transfer to South Africa via Hamburg and delivered to Leyds. General Hatha recovers from bladder inflammation. Land values in the Graueelve Colony double.
The British South Africa Company proposes to spend 7.4 million pounds to extend railways in Rhodesia. Funds will largely go to the Cape to Cairo line and related projects with the form railway to be extended by Bendkittt.
Reported unrest in Russia includes 3000 workers on strike at Vladikavkas and Veortov-on-Lion with Cossacks called to Veortov. Vendors and villagers faced violence as strikes intensify, with casualties and arrests cited in scattered accounts.
London dispatch reports two thousand Woolwich Arsenal workers discharged as strikes ripple through allied yards. Details indicate widespread layoffs amid tensions, with notices issued to affected crews and shifts reorganized. The Marseille strike also affects port tugs and freight movements, signaling broader industrial unrest.
The Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation Company petitions to enlarge its charter. The original charter dates to 1640, and the firm has grown in Australia with nine steamers averaging 7000 tons trading London to Australian ports. About 10,000 tons of new vessels are under construction, likely ready by year end, potentially replacing older Jubilee Line steamers.
London dispatch reports in Congress a bill banning interstate commerce in trust produced articles with penalties from 50 to 5000 dollars. The measure aims to curb monopolistic practices and enforce fair competition across states.
London reports a new financial pact as seven teen malleable tran firma merge into a United States dominated combine. The capital amounts to 30 million dollars, with 64 million cited in assets, signaling a major shift in controlled capital.
The United States Congress opened yesterday with President Roosevetts message urging an imperial tone for policy. He stressed reconciliation of industry and economy, calls for a cabinet level Secretary for Commerce, and supports reciprocity with Cuba and Britain. He emphasized enforcing the Monroe Doctrine and building a strong army general staff while pursuing arbitration and global responsibilities.
In a divorce petition presented by Fredk. Williase Merrett, a 2nd mate on a mariner, against Anple Wilhelmina Merra i formerly Clark, the court cited adultery and drunkenness and neglect of domestic duties. The respondent's conduct included drinking, violent scenes, and alleged associations with other men. A decree nisi was granted with liberty to move the respondent within three months.
Charles William Nichola seeks a divorce from Bearice Nicholls on the ground of adultery with Join Wabb described as co respondent. He details marriage in August 1897 at Newtown and alleges repeated visits, attempted reconciliation, and violence amid accusations surrounding the co respondent who allegedly lived as husband and wife with the respondent in Washington. Decree nisi granted, to be moved absolute in three months.
Negotiations between the United States and Colombia on canal ownership proceed. Secretary of State Hay reports a draft agreement would allow the United States to retain a perpetual strip of land for construction and defense of the canal.
In Manila solemn reports recount a retrial of Major Glena and Mere of the Coltet Bites forces for executing native guides during the Samar incident. September 1901 residents at Balangien Sakune and Weipumed led by American troops faced a Filipino assault, killing 45 and wounding 11 while 24 Americans survived. General Jacob Smith ordered troops to burn and kill, as the rebels treacherously provoked the attack.
London December 1. Signor Pennetti, Italy's foreign minister, said Britain had not permitted incursions on the Somaliland frontier and affirmed Italy's resolve to prevent arms traffic while seeking close ties with Britain.
In a hall scene after a crowd dispersed, a woman exposed her leg to several onlookers. His Honour stated that unless the petition is amended to show where alleged adultery occurred, he cannot grant a divorce. He proposed adjourning the case to obtain further evidence.
Margaret Rosita King formerly Carey sought relief from her marriage to William Charles King on desertion grounds. Married in November 1804 at Sydney, the husband a butcher, they separated after 16 hours. She lived apart until February 1868 when he left for Sydney. She pursued support but he refused, and he moved to New Zealand. A decree nisi was granted to be moved absolute in due time.
Kate Johann once Gent petitions for divorce from Thomas Henry Johnean on adultery grounds after 16 years of marriage. She testifies to cohabitation with another man, detailing an incident in October at a hovel on Ailesheth Street, with a court expected to rule within three months.
Mr Justice Simpson noted the frequent marriages contracted at matrimonial agencies and the petitions for dissolution in divorce court. He recalled the fact yesterday and said about twenty two dissolutions had occurred, suggesting a legal amendment may be needed.
Florency Ewisreo formerly Pennon petitioned to dissolve her marriage with Joszpt h Deere Emerson on grounds of desertion. She testified to last living in Bourke after travels and varied residences in Pyrmont Leichhardt and Cunnamulla. He left her in Bourke and did not follow, so domicile proven and petition dismissed.
London report shows strong wool prices with notable tops and steady demand. Only fragmented figures remain but names like Toko Abbotsford Toorami and others appear with values around 2036 and 210, indicating robust market activity in London.
London reports that due to attacks by the Venezuelan official press, British Minister resident at Caracas Mr. We Ald Ungard has compelled the British Admiral at Herma to dispatch a warship to the port of Caracas in the North.
The Irish League directory in Dublin backs nationalist MPs in Westminster as Ireland’s settlement tightens the land question. The move follows a parliamentary motion and signals continued tension as the country teeters on a delicate balance.
London markets report limited American wheat supply and prices. Copper futures show bids at 7 pounds 30 shillings per three months and 50 pounds per ton, with North Mount Lyell listings noted. The fragmentary bulletin suggests scarce grain and metal market activity.
An article recounts Ernest Marigold a grocer filing for divorce from Balth Kim Harlgold formerly Le Grech after years of alleged adultery with Tobias O'Toole. The couple married in June 1900 at Redfern. The wife allegedly left home at night, returned with her sister, and pursued dances and visits with other men. The husband confronted her multiple times and sought reconciliation, while the co respondent O Toole was seen with her on several occasions. The case includes testimonies of visits, quarrels, and threats.
The Arbitration Court fixes coal mining pay scales tied to the actual average selling price of coal, with minimum chewer rates, lamp safety standards, and overtime/shifting provisions. It outlines penalties, safety lamp power, and wage terms for miners, managers, and unions in the dispute.
The document outlines wage scales and shifts for miners wheelers and boys, detailing daily rates, allowances for safety lamps, and conditions for altered duties. It sets penalties for breaches by claimant unions or members and states the award becomes effective January 1 1909 through December 31 1909.
Fire at Parliament House on Wednesday damaged wiring and caused panic as occupants fled. A caretaker residence nearby suffered no structural damage, though debris and smoke filled the area. An accompanying medical ad promotes a tonic claiming to cure numerous ailments.
A Sydney bankruptcy hearing before Mr Justice Walker ordered distribution of the debtor Tin You’s estate. The official assignee revealed large consignments moved through Robertson’s Lane and other sites, with fifty twenty creditors including major warehousing firms. About £800 in realised goods covered expenses. the collapse stemmed from a previous offer to satisfy a large group of creditors, leaving a dozen key warehousers unpaid. A concert and memorial stone item were noted in passing.
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