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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 04, 1908
Page
9
Mr Justice Siexpeon this morning continued the hearing of causes in the divorce action of Harry Thomas Breaster who seeks a divorce from Sarah Ann Evans on grounds of adultery with Lilley, who was described as a corespondent, and on the further ground of desertion. The judge reserved his decision.
A medical student petitioned for restitution of conjugal rights against Hugh P Walker Swarth. Evidence described the marriage in 1903, separation periods, and subsequent attempts by the petitioner to live with him. The court noted the respondent’s firm stance and granted a decree requiring the respondent to return to his wife within 14 days.
The petitioner Oftilla Tain Ares Mario Kettlewell seeks a divorce from William Buthertant Kettlewell on grounds of desertion. She states they married in October 1459 in Sydney and lived in Fitzroy, where he worked as an accountant. He left for Marphornigh in 1905 claiming to work with a cane plantation and sent letters from Auckland and Sydney. After years apart she endured uncertainty and asks the court to proceed with the divorce as the marriage became intolerable.
The executive committee of the Sydney Labor Council debated Salvation Army immigration policy. Proposals sought funding and a delegation to Britain to inform the public and rally support. critics warned the plan could entrench trafficking and urged focus on labor government and domestic action.
A vessel arriving at Batavia carried 146 horses bound for the market. The cargo included a large number of horses from the By usy district. Local assembly records show votes on an address, with Ed votes to 36 Jug. Davis offers a new catalogue for Kuas Jewellery and Ever Ware, urging readers to send orders to 366 Park Street.
A dubious September cable about a deadly car accident near Genoa is debunked. The Lenon Daily Graphic cites letters from Albenga officials and the Automobile Association, confirming no incident occurred and the sensational tale was invented.
The B and A mall steamer arrived at Circular Quay discharging under Captain Hood RN. Passengers named include Mrs C O Garsan Miss J M Cowlishaw Miss A Henry and many others. The ship’s voyage from Yokohama to Kobe Timor and Port Darwin included heavy gales fog and rough seas with many Chinese disembarking for work on Boune.
The Avance committee of the City Council viewed the Athlone Place and Wexford Street markets to assess delays and reported on demolitions and alterations. The City Surveyor noted most buildings on Athlone Place were removed except four shops on George Street West. The Town Clerk read the reports, with the City Bailiff updating on claims at Wexford Street and Athlone Place. Investigations were urged before resuming works, with photographs and records to document building characteristics.
A leaked report details boycotts and attacks tied to Japanese goods, Chinese merchants, and an Australian syndicate controlling oil interests. The piece covers dockside unrest, damaged stores, and plans to resume major building and demolition work as the port prepares for a busy season.
Patchy showers spread across Sydney about 4.30 am with some districts dry. Western suburbs reported brief rain while Strathfield and northern harbourside areas saw heavier falls. Observers noted 7 percent at Marrickville last night and 16 points at the Observatory during a short heavy spell as Lewisham residents faced wet conditions.
An item notes a promise of an interesting alter at the 22th annual event of the Grebe Club near Lane Cove River. It mentions invitation signal crews published and a plan for a steamer trip to Hawkesbury River weather permitting, from Newcastle. A Christmas florine sale with W Law and Company is advertised and there are notes of high demand for Christmas deliveries causing stock issues.
A report to the City Surveyor discusses Athlone Place resumption work and soil removal costs, noting 331 loads of soil and potential contract speedups. Debate over funding, timing, and the sewer extension from George Street West to Wentworth Park is recorded amid broader political tension and discussion of expediency before Christmas.
The text outlines a bilateral agreement between the United States and Japan emphasizing free and parallel development of Pacific commerce, opposition to aggression, and maintenance of the existing status quo in the region. It commits both governments to respect territorial possessions, preserve equal opportunity in trade, and consult to safeguard the Matas quo and common interests in China.
A garbled shipping page lists arrivals and officers including Comally HS Prereyk, Captain Raman tron, and Captain Witt. Mentions Memes Mies, Parkaco, Rakandac, and Port Fire German Austensian Compans with several dates and tonnage figures.
An archival article fragment covers maritime updates and vessel movements around South Australia and New Zealand ports. It references steamers like Rovsang Ir Aue and Coma Iy, sea routes to Londos, Cape Wylumrae, and Marathon Aber st, with scattered crew changes, pickings, and cargo notes amid a broad coastal traffic snapshot.
The readable text questions superiority of an Eucalytus product from Sander and Sons and mentions a female expert involved in preparations. It notes a death and hints at dangers in crude mixtures, with unclear details about the event or the product.
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A Sydney auction advertisement lists parcels including Davin Estate Northwood and Lane Cove River holdings, Cottage Residence areas, and Watsons Bay sites. The ad notes Richardson and Wrench as agents, while mentions of a federal premier deny plans to form a syndicate to manipulate the market and a water conveyance note from Stephen Creek River during November.
A fragmented notice notes odd pricing and supplier names such as LASKER ASKER and Rotor sea men in a discussion of quality and ordering. The text hints at market confusion and procurement concerns with unclear origins and targets.
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