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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 07, 1906
Page
5
A disjointed cricket narrative details a Lord’s test style innings with batsmen named and overs bowled. Partnerships form and falter as Stoppers like Hartigan and Hayes display fielding effort. Limited clear outcomes emerge but scores drift, highlighting key bowlers and field placements amid the rain of events.
In Thursday trading copper shares held steady with Apvanor and Yellow Good Creditwe Company among noted advisers. Prices for several firms fluctuated while investors awaited clearer guidance from market leaders and upcoming reports. several names and figures appeared in obscured text, but the overall tone signals cautious activity and a steady to modestly advancing market.
The report notes extreme heat across the region with widespread high temperatures. It lists many towns and areas showing temperatures around 90s and 100s while predicting continued hot conditions into Friday. Farmers seek more rain as forecasts call for warm, dry spells and limited showers.
An obscure report from a Marrickville hotel on a Sunday details a SubInspector Intosh prosecuting a group over liquor offences. Names appear mangled but indicate charges for trespass on premises, with penalties including short imprisonment and travel restrictions during a specified date.
Adverts note auctions by Hugh Dutt and Company and Arthur Mekund And Company. The Town And Country Journal Christmas Number, ready on Monday, offered as a suitable gift for friends abroad.
in the afternoon session Rashael Parkes formerly Benfield petitioned for divorce from George Parkes on the ground of desertion. She married him in February 1898 at Gook's Kelver. He, a carter, would drink and stay out, allegedly abusing her when confronted, leading to separation in 1902. A decree absolute was granted after six months.
William Walter Giles sought a divorce from Agnes Giles nee Martin on grounds of adultery with Edward Mounter. The affair spanned years from Nowrasstte to Newcastle with sightings of the co respondent Ted. A decree nisi was granted and costs awarded to the petitioner. co respondent ordered to pay costs.
In Central Police Court Wis afternoon Pregetick Wilson, 2, claimed innocence after being charged with stealing a purse from a tram passenger and assaulting another woman. Witnesses identified him as the thief and the magistrate sent him to two months hard labor.
In Narrabri Priday the police magistrate heard Ernest Edwin Ford a chemist on why curtain postcard publications said to be obscene should not be destroyed. The cards were ordered destroyed with 18 costs. Ford pleaded guilty to selling similar illust rations and was fined £5.
Apstorm Waestra 29 a knife grinder was charged with assaulting Violet Maud Kania at Wilmot Street. Evidence showed he attacked her at her Ramsay's Bush residence, leaving her unconscious in a pool of blood. He claimed self defense. magistrate fined him £2 or one month hard labor. McKing noted excessive violence.
The electoral rolls for Us metropolitan am xtoms are on view at Royal Exchange Bridge sarees Swaney for the convenience of mergers. It is requested that each division be pertuned to prevent missed names.
At the Criminal Court in Darlinghurst the Mary Ann Ryder and Wil Hams Worsley case advanced. Constable O'Brien testified about Worsley’s statements in August and September, the hospital visit, and alleged discussions with Mrs Ryder regarding an abortionist and a medical examination. The hearing touched on the deceased and post mortem findings, with Dr Palmer providing expert input.
The Rosehill racing scene faces penalties for winners entering tied events in the Carrington Stakes and Tattersall's Cup, with prize money affecting penalties. Scratches include Sparkline from the lye Stakes and Forest Light from the Parrasmatta Mile. A North Sydney District Club flat carnival is to run alongside the Sydney Forties at Clifton Gardens, with several contests and exhibitions planned. The NSW 100 yards title looms as Lek Wickham challenges for the crown held by Cock Healy, while rivals Baker and others press for victory. Suburban and interclub events, tug-of-war, and shore exhibitions fill the program, with sailing service details and spectator access from Circular Quay.
Mr Justice Pring heard Anistin Farrelly the insurer's agent apply for prohibition against A Mueran and Lone Proprietary Limited and Mr G H Smithers. An earlier conviction on a misappropriation charge of a watch and chain worth £8 led to two months in prison. The court granted the application without costs, finding the charge should have been larceny as bailee per Queen v Maxwell.
A nurse from Hurstville sued Kate Legdin for £100 claiming defamation. On May 28 the defendant allegedly spoke words branding her as adulterous and of grossly immoral character. The judge found the words were used and awarded the plaintiff £15.
A dense OCR fragment outlines commodity pricing and trade notices from Victoria and New South Wales. It references wheat, poultry, cattle, and various regional markets, with scattered mentions of prices, suppliers, and transport routes across Australia.
Sydney produce sale opened with large attendance and varied consignments at the Sydney Central Relative. Competition centered on truckloads of produce with six items auctioned. Samples of chaff sold well, Mr F F Bradshaw of Coolaman praised the results, while Mr A S Back secured 3d per cwt, the highest price yet for selected chaff.
An entertainment at Masonic Hall Walker Street North Sydney features Miss Misk H Rozi and her pupils with Mr William Holman Mr Pickering and the North Sydney Musical and Tunatic Societies. Performances include singing dancing and various reels and dances with special praise for Miss Rodle pupils and Gaby Butcher aged 4 or 5.
Wonderland City by The Coney tana et Austreial, Bele Proprietor presents a satirical festival at The King’s Theatre of WarHernee. Daily performances include a 2.24 afternoon program and a 7.00 evening program featuring songs, poems, and a stage show with a menagerie and open-air displays.
Fragmentary runic text hints at an ancient site near a river, with references to metalwork and a ritual pattern. The inscription mentions traders, sacred tools, and a possible census by local keepers, though many names and terms remain unclear.
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