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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 07, 1903
Page
5
London dispatch reports Dowie plans a private car journey to the West toward Ansvaila as Elon City endures fuel scarcity and famine conditions. The report notes Rev J A Dowie departing with limited resources influencing travel.
From London dated December 4 a Korean War Minister has been executed for an unknown offense. A Chinese Imperial edict orders Prince Colma Voanabi kal and a Manila official to mobilize armies on a four nation basis with matching armor and organization.
Fragmented OCR notes describe political criticism of government actions in Transvaal and the Orange River Colony, mentioning Cape Colony and December portals. The text references colonial administration and public reactions without clear events or dates.
London reports at 240 pm that New York and Liverpool cotton markets are quieter. Merchants say evidence of a shortage in American cotton crop is being contradicted by recent reports.
London dispatch reports John Burns M P Gabour for Battersea declaring that Britain’s wealth and trade have grown under the Labour leadership. He cites leisure and confidence spreading across the land as proof of economic progress.
Frnng and pleasant showers sachs sent pibbnteter onieerty cake. pa ood three oot wm porte of the comet.
A rain affected intercity cricket match at the Sydney Cricket Ground opens under heavy showers. South Australia struggle early with fragile batting but Hill delivers a long innings and Reedman, Claxton and others contribute as the game is interrupted by weather and light.
The Evening News offers a prize of ten pounds to the person who best estimates the moves in each phase of the England versus Australia test match to begin in Sydney on Friday. If no correct responses are received the prize rolls over to the next best estimate or is not awarded after 2 o'clock on Friday.
Monday in Wee Waa Minister for Works Mr O Sullivan visited with Mesara O Connor Smith and MLA calling to greet residents. A community reception praised rail project plans including light lines and water strategies and a sports program honored the occasion.
The second man, arrested on discharge from custody, was brought before Wallsend Police Court. He faced a charge of complicity in the recent marking-up affair at the Young Wallasnd road and asked for the case to be heard this instant.
Meidourne Moodar James Umagh, charged with abducting Learesi, failed to appear as ordered by Judge Dacktiouge at the Emrlingherst Court today. The court noted the defendant’s absence and adjourned proceedings while references to local remedies and medical matters were reported in the record.
The divorce case of Blambe Lacy Cunningham formerly Porter versus Henry Jamey Cunningham proceeded before Justice Slapyom Divorice Court. The respondent denied culpability while admitting affection for his wife and suggested reconciliation. Details include alleged adultery with a neighbour and prior union arrangements, with custody and support issues implied.
Reports from Kensington detail ongoing talks to settle the dispute involving the Kensington Proprietary and the Pony and Galloway Owners Association. A conference is planned with directors to end the trouble, while many ringmen await decisive action and potential suspensions as negotiations continue.
Police report a break in at the residence of Mr A Gutecieve Regen Street Hyde. Thieves entered while occupants were absent and secured the door with a key found within. Items stolen include a gun and a small sum of jewellery valued around £1. a bedroom was ransacked and valuables scattered.
A burglary occurred Sunday night at 438 Crown Street Surry Hills. Entry was gained by a forged key or fake device. Stolen items valued around £20, including cutlery and other small goods. Police investigations ongoing.
Wholesale prices for wheat in Sydney and Melbourne show ample supply from Argentina and local sources, with milling quality notes and parity estimates. Trade reports indicate delayed harvests in Adelaide and Melbourne due to rains, while New South Wales and Hunter River districts see steady loading and pricing scattered across grades and markets.
Local markets list ripe summer fruits with varied prices. Prices include peaches at high quality levels, apples and pears priced per crate, berries and citrus with per-dozen or per-pound rates. Seasonal items such as pineapples and strawberries show steady demand across districts.
A man fell into a lift cage at the Ment fou Jevel area this morning and sustained a concussion. Dr Bardaiy attended at the premises and he was moved by horse ambulance to Sydney Hospital for treatment.
A Missouri jury court is set to issue a verdict by consent in a pending case. Details of the case and involved parties were not fully disclosed in the brief. Further updates expected from court records and local reporting.
A fragmentary OCR passage mentions a witness in Sicily and a discussion about a castle and a party. It appears to reference a witness’s remark and a cautious tone, with many garbled phrases and unclear names.
The clipping mentions poultry markets with high quotations and buyers awaiting birds. A bag of items is described as arriving and the scene hints at ongoing price activity. Names or dates are not clearly readable.
The fragment details cattle and produce auctions with prices per cwt, noting Algerian dairies and beef outcomes. It lists consignees and buyers, including Walker and Oxley, and references multiple regional firms and stations such as J Capinball Shepherd Harvey and Webb's Siding.
The report notes unsettled arbitration outcomes and a series of abrupt personnel changes at the Ruschers' Shop Embleréns' Uni. It mentions Ralph Welker and related parties, a pending verdict, and a diary-like summary of decisions delivered today with reference to a December 31 deadline.
Police described two men, Jens Ryan and Percy Ryan, as suspects in a theft at a fair grounds. A witness and constable testified of the attempted theft of a medal, a silver watch, and other valuables. the incident occurred in Manly during a Governor opening event amid cheers.
The London market faces a unsettled session with private dealings and mixed bullion notes. Australian shares show activity across companies like Ley Dawn Gold Mines and Macquarie while regional indices report varied gains and losses.
A garbled advertisement page shows multiple items including names such as Sydney and De Forest, various addresses and notices, and scattered phrases about meetings and sales. The legible parts resemble classified listings with personal notices and vendor references amid noise.
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