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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 08, 1903
Page
3
A long column of brief items reports local politics in Glebe and Lithgow, mining unrest, and civic notes. Mentions Melon campaigns for federal elections, council meetings, and the Mayor’s address. Notes on power works, street pricing, and a charity drive for safe services. Also records a death in the rail service and community relief efforts.
The report details a large Wentworth meeting at Tea Gardens Hotel with 2500 to 3000 attendees. It coversPrestrade and Liberal candidates including Liddell, Onslow, and Kearney, plus armidale and Parkes race notes, Royal Commission criticism, and local electors’ reactions to single tax theories and party dynamics.
A large Sunday morning fire in Condobolin destroyed the School of Arts, Bouser’s bakery, Bellinger’s Roots stop, and Martin’s shop. The blaze, thought to have started near Bol Unger, trapped the Bouser family briefly. a dog died. Fire brigade saved most of the street and much of the town. insurance covered Wolfinger and Murcia stocks, but the Bousers lost all. This is the fourth fire in Condobolin this year.
The judge in bankruptcy reserved decision on an application by the official assignee seeking to uplift goods valued around 2500 as property of the bankrupt. The matter concerns purported misappropriation or deprivation of assets previously under the official assignee, with parties including Mark Umen storekeeper at Condobell and Owen linked to consignment moves to London. Proceedings featured opposition from Garland and legal representation for Allen and Owen.
Melbourne report states the Pull Court orders that the tram and omnibus company cars be licensed and taxed. The firm plans to appeal the judgment to the Privy Council.
A conference with Kensington Rosebery Park Brighton Forest Lodge clubs and the association discussed a board of appeal and reinstatements. Proposals included postponing a Kensington meeting tuning the umpire schedule and suspending action against Lynchsod and Wallon while referring to the appeal board. The meeting aimed to resume fair racing with noted adjustments and a unified stance among clubs.
The Champion Swimmer of Australia showcased his skill at the Waverley Club Carnival in Bronte on Saturday. He stated there is no necessity for self-imposed restraint at the event, signaling confidence in performance and conduct during the meet.
Chief Judge A Hi Simpson handled a dispute in which Jamex Pratten Thewss Pratten Dinah Wright Laura Sabina dante Wa G Gallagher Emily Gallagher Mary James Miller Sarah Jane Whitcomb and William Whitcombe seek a decree against unequal property division. Phoebe Pratten widow’s will had left the most valuable properties to Mrs Gallagher, executor William Gallagher, sparking court action. Interim injunction granted. case to proceed with oral addits.
A 13 year old boy, John Denohy, cried as he faced charges of stealing from the Australian Gaslight Company. Senior-Sergeant Davin at the Cee-Wel Police Court described the boy as bright looking and not intent on reformatories, but he was sentenced to the Carpenterian Reformatory for three years after admitting to taking items from a motor and other thefts. The mother, supporting younger children, spoke of hardship.
An unnamed resident encountered a lead-coloured snake near a crying child, quickly alerted others, and a passerby on the prowler’s path killed the reptile. The incident spurred alarm and local action as bystanders reacted to the danger.
Alfred Boulton faced trial in Perth for a fatal stabbing aboard the Kalundobux voyage from Bourabaya. The jury found the act justifiable homicide after a struggle with a sabre wielding assailant, the weapon piercing the abdomen and causing death. Boulton was discharged.
Reports from Katoomba note plans for a midday mail service between Katoomba and Mount Mountain towns, aimed at aiding Tentacots. Teura Tealdente advocates a public school in their area, but delays persist in official decisions. Visitors arrive slowly amid favorable weather as greenery covers the district.
The sheep market remained firm with smaller supply and higher lace rates. Prime merino wethers and crossbred ewes sold in ranges up to 18s to 149, with primes and heavies advancing. Cattle trade was competitive though ample, with prime and heavy breeds in demand. 1080 beasts sold, and total stock on offer noted. 15,500 sheep and 960 cattle already offered for Bent sale.
The Evening News offers 10 pounds to the person closest to predicting the scores of the England versus Australia test. Entries must be received by 12 noon Friday. The draw will be held in Sydney. multiple conditions apply as explained on page 2.
Fragmentary report notes pavers and oil taken to be separated from Federal papers. Forwarded to Mr. J Gibson as returning officers. Mentions weak wall sieges and camas, with unclear authorities and dates.
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