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Newspaper

Sydney Evening News

Location

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Dec 05, 1902

Page

4

In Memoriam Notices and State Parliament Comment

A collage of aged in memoriam notices for multiple Gaffery Geale Gea le ACDONATD MDONALL and Wilson family members with dates from the late 19th century plus a paragraph criticizing New South Wales State Premier and Ministry over grain and fodder duties. The piece contrasts funeral memorials with political fallout and parliamentary responsibility.

Gaffery Fillen Maria Lisette Gdie Geale Geale John EL T Jack Edie M Donald James M' Donald Tilian Wiilst Willam Thomas Wilson North Sydney Tithunt Jane Wilson Will Thomas Wilson Annie Juhbo White William Thomas Wilson North Sydney Tramway Lingie Phillipe New South Wales Assembly

Reduction of Members Debate Mirrors Political Stall

Sydney observers report the See Ministry moves to reduce Assembly members to ninety three, while pledges and promises erode. Opposition leader Carruthers condemns tardy action, noting Labour backlash and possible voter indifference as the Convention Bill looms.

See Australian Commonwealth Preesede Assembly Hut Ois Queston Labour Party Tisubers Assembly Uavias Tpariiveni Ais Loporarium Tistoasen Noy See Ministry Harry Levien Curie Firut Groumil Carruthers

Federal Premier declines to summon Parila in grain duties debate

Discussion on grain and fodder duties stalls as the Federal Premier refuses to summon Parila. The position leaves policy options unclear and delays potential decisions.

Parila

Labour Conference Backs Free Daily Hansard Plan

Proponents urge a free daily Hansard for Victoria and Commonwealth, funded by ads and government notices, to bypass biased press. Aims include publishing both Government and Opposition policies with top journalists, distributing to every elector and boosting public access to legislative eloquence.

Labour Conference Hansard Commonwealth Inetanese Ilonsard Sketcoid

Immense Copal Gypsum Deposits Spark Australian Wealth Claim

A South Australian report claims vast gypsum Copal deposits exist in Jeparit and Bourke areas. Settlers use it locally for fuel and whitewash, but the piece suggests testing its fertiliser value and potential export at a set price per ton, tying wealth to the Western settlement issue.

South Australia Jeparit Melhor Bourke

Insatiable Boer appeals for more aid in Britain

An editorial rebukes General Botha and other Boer leaders for begging for funds. It notes the British government’s duty to widows and orphans while criticizing Leyds and Kruger for concealed wealth. The piece cautions public generosity may turn to contempt. It laments defeats in moral leadership and calls for transparent distribution of aid.

Mr. Chamberlain Boths de Wet le la Rey Australia England Leyda South Africa Botha Britiab Kruger, Leyds, and Company

Balmain Town Hall Hosts Dr Dill Macky Meeting

Dr Dill Macky spoke at a crowded Balmain Town Hall on Thursday night addressing supporters of Australian Protestant D fante Aseiistian.

Inquest Hearings On Death Of Emma Johnston Christian Catholics

The City Coroner's Court continued the inquest into Emma Elizabeth Johnston a member of the Christian Catholics faith healing sect. Witnesses described her ill health on Monday and Sunday and disputes over seeking medical care. Mrs Johnston died around 10 a.m. after a period of prayer and refusals to call a doctor.

Emma Elizabeth Johnston Christian Catholics Marla Morris Seaview Street Lunlwich Hill Mrs. Johnston Witness Wiegand Wmneh Weed Eda Hora Sawyer Johnstone Street Annandale Hannah M’cullagh M’cullagh

Inquest resumes on mysterious scream at Ashfield home

Liuse Evans Freshwater testifies that Mrs Johnston's household heard a sudden cry and a later statement I have been faithful. Witness recalls Parson M Cullagh and several others present, but cannot identify all in the room. Five inches of rainfall noted in New South Wales as part of proceeding.

Liuse Evans Freshwater Joseph-street Ashfield Mra Johnston Stout Parson M'Cullagh New Souta Wales

Doings in Divorce Case Details Marriages and Allegations

In a divorce hearing Justice Simpson heard Ida Poster sue Thomas Foster for dissolution citing adultery and desertion. Poster described marriages to Tarbottom and Paterson, with varying witnesses and contested signatures. Evidence showed fabrications and conflicting stories tied to Patrson and Vicars, adjourned for alive status proof, obligations, and past income.

Justice Simpson Ida Paulina Julianna Poster Thomas Foster George Lewis Stanmore Hotel Prussia Barth John Paterson New Wcastle-on-Tyne Coke Arena Foster Tarbottom Sydney Water Colony Paterson Durham Tudboe Lilinghurst England Kitergen

Runaway match leads to dissolution petition in court

Maud Woods petitions for a divorce from Henry Robert Woods on desertion cruelty and non-support after a marriage began in Canterbury in 1830. The respondent fled an answer and did not appear. Evidence details years of drunkenness assaults and financial strain amid moves and family children.

Paterson Wes Wis von Whatson Tarotom Caroline Franklin Manly Beach Feubruary Tah Minse Meoiv Wi Qumaby Letty Clatiaea Franklin Taterson Paterson Waa Maud Woods Fitz-Frubbs Henry Robert Woods James Canterbury Manly City Carrying Company England Paillip Street Ave Glenmorereed

Bondi tramway fireman killed in ballast truck accident

At Denham street Bondi a ballast tram accident killed fireman James Hesketh 25. He was crushed beneath the ballast truck wheels after rushing to points to assist, and was taken to the Morgue after medical aid was called. He lived in Paddington.

Denham-street Bondi Bondi Road Rose's Corner James Hesketh Hesketh

Drought Debate in Parliament Over Fodder Duty

In the Legislative Assembly Sir John Lee discussed drought effects and fodder duty. He cited imports and government estimates on wheat and fodder, noting rains may lessen required port shipments and that the Premier had not decided actions on fodder relief. The exchange included requests to reconvene a conference for suggestions.

Legislative Assembly Johin Lee Hoss Ohio New South Wales South Australia New Seu Wales Haying Kimund Barton Claus Dobu Carruthers Sir John Mr. Carruthers Sir John Lee Eden George John Lee

Trumper Declines Surrey Club Assistant Secretary Post

The Pall Mall Gazette reports Victor Trumper, while in England, declining the role of assistant secretary for the Surrey Club.

Pall Mall Gazette Victor Trumper England Surrey Club

Auctions Advertised For Redfield Scrathfield and More

Tomorrow's auctions list allotments at Redfield and Scrathfield scheduled by Richardson and Wrench Limited. Additional allotments in Broughton's Estate are set at 3 o clock by Hugh Duff and Company.

Redfield Richardson and Wrench Broughton Scrathfield Hugh Duff, and Company

Saturday Afternoon Excursions to Hawkesbury River

The Newcastle sailing ship of 1414 tons will depart Saturday afternoon from the foot of Market Street at 2 o'clock bound for Hawkesbury River. Return fare is 2s 0d.

Newcastle Hawkesbury River Market Bireei

Rose's Eye Lotion Ad from Sydney Chemist

An old advertisement promotes Rose's Celebrated Eye Lotion by H A Rose, dispensing chemist at 631 George Street Sydney. It claims to protect eyesight against dust and offers all night service including Sundays and holidays.

Rose H. A. Rose George Street Sydney

Libel action over statements on Boer War and British army

Arthur Griffith MLA sues Newcastle Morning Herald for 100 pounds alleging libel from published remarks at Federal ballot meetings. Testimony covered Griffiths critical views on standing armies and alleged remarks about British soldiers, with witnesses relating to speeches and reactions at Wallsend and Carrington Hotel.

Arthur Grifih M.la Newcastle Morning Herald Justice Pring Michael Burke Chas J. Vial Matthew Charlton Jas. Hutchinson W. J. Kay Jas. Duguid Daniel Thomas D. Rees W. M'Elroy Watson Griffith Want Elroy Biu Waul Legislative Assembly Foopke Dinger Willige Plaintif Edmund Solomon David Cohen and Company Newcastle Wallsend England Bey Ms. Blacket John Clark Lala Mr. Watkins Mr. Shand Thomas Abel Mechanics” Institute The Building Society Newcastle “Morning Herald Alfred George Walker 4Th Infantry Lewis James Francis Kerr Political Labour League Orwo Blacket Grifith Lere Anti-War League Lewis’ Hotel David Lewis Walleend J. B. M‘auliffe Carrington Hotel Plattsburg

Combined rail and steamer excursions to the Hawkesbury

Tomorrow the Hawkesbury and Parkavale trips will be offered by rail and steamers. Federation leaders will meet Monday to frame a working agreement for the year ahead.

Hawkesbury Parkavale George's River Steamship Owners’ Federation Federated Seamen's Union Henry Anderson Central Police Court W. D H. O. Wills Peter English Jete Kelly Emily M‘caffery Fitzwilliam Hill Bowral Talloresses Unilin Mark Foy Sydney ‘Clothing Manufacturers Balmain Dill Mucky Protestant Defence Association

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