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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 08, 1905
Page
4
A historic ad proclaims breakfast lunch and dinner from one shilling per meal. Roberts' Famous Lunch runs 12 to 2 30 and Dinner 20 to 7 20. Breakfast from 7 90 to 10. A new coffee room opens for ladies with Hervestments and attentive service.
In a London court the managers of Jones Warehouses were fined after complaints of strong smells from hides and skins stored at premises linked to Severs Winchcombe Carson and Compeny Litaford Gibbs at street. The inspector reported locals’ complaints and sought heavier punishment. Defendants pleaded guilty and received £10 fines with costs and three months imprisonment suspended.
A描述 shows Mac Robertson's Milk Kisses promoted as the best confection on the market with emphasis on shade and sun protection in its slogan this fragment hints at a strong branding push for the product.
In loving memory notices mention Captain Davis Mowells and Captain Bayt Howells. Memorial lines by Martha M'tadge Howells, David and Thora Howella, describe memories of the deceased and his service. The text includes several garbled spellings and OCR errors.
Sydney officials debate the fate of the Public Works Department as decentralization to municipal bodies looms. The piece portrays a doomed department clinging to existence while railways and housing expansion push tasks toward centralized agencies, with the Water and Beverage Board taking over planning and execution of major works.
Fragmentary OCR presents a discussion on water and sewerage projects with calls for local government action and recognition of the Water and Sewerage Board as a competent initiator. The text notes delays, the need for repairs, and potential urgency in public works duties.
Brave Australian workers, Pead and Anderson, risked their lives to stop a runaway tram. One died from shin injuries while Anderson, conscious and brave, clung to the tram to apply brakes. Both refused escape, prioritizing passenger safety and duty over self. Their steadfastness symbolizes a nation’s honored guardians aligned with public service.
The text notes a suburb of Sydney where members discuss a war risk on Bundaya amid a kerosene tin cleansing claim. It references a Scottish line about why not and mentions meat joints or plum puddings billed in a kerosene tin, reflecting a hazardous packaging concern.
A fiery proposal urges burning surplus documents while preserving items with historical value. Clerks may retain papers with real value to prevent disgraceful revelations from reports and commissions that show corruption and efforts to corrupt the Legislative Assembly.
London report at 260 p.m. states a woman shooter of General Sakharoff claims she acted under Revolutionary Committee orders in retaliation for the general’s alleged torment of prisoners.
A London report notes multiple army officers have resigned amid a broad reshuffle. The resignations affect senior ranks, signaling shifting leadership as officials reassess wartime policy and command structure.
London on Thursday reports 255 landowners besieging the peasantry and selling properties at two thirds of their value, totaling about £12,000,000. The scene reflects mounting pressure on landowners amid the crisis.
Reading notes recount the White Hart at Gres Hoika and Spring streets Melbourne as a historic focal point in land disputes. Revelations describe large sums reportedly raised to fund landed interests battles, with reformers warned against parliamentary influence and protests fading into memory.
In a brief court session Mr. WS Jaanes faced defendants Iredartek Burcher John Joseph Rochwater and Comstance Cato with charges of conspiring to defraud W Yelverton Wilson on or about November 17 The Crown sought an eight day remand but the magistrate limited remand to eight days The defense questioned ongoing charges and possible future remands The remand was granted with accused held on own bail and the matter adjourned for next proceedings
London report says the President of the Peasants' Congress at Mostow and other peasant leaders were not grounds for prosecution. The Prefect later re arrest led them.
The London dispatch reports confusion over Britain’s new premier as figures like Campbell-Bannerman are cited amid delays in forming a government. Journal notes profound regret and uncertainties about morale and future policy, with references to constitutional hurdles and shifting support.
Fragmented text references Wool versus Wheat litigation and property interests in Victoria. Mentions London, Manchester Gunilini, and farming purposes with partial names and unclear roles. Contains garbled place and person references, hard to extract a coherent legal outcome or parties.
London thoughts on Australian trade union labour marks legislation suggest it will guarantee fair wages and quality of work. The commentary links union support to welfare and equitable pay for workers under the new policy.
At the Connaught Assizes in London on Thursday Tymee Ward was sentenced to nine months imprisonment for writing and publishing a seditious circular with Gyles to prevent Tristan from enlisting. The case reflects wartime repression as authorities crack down on anti enlistment efforts.
London crowds welcomed Marshal Oyama home from Manchuria with a triumphal entry and immense reception yesterday. The event marked a vivid return for the famed commander amid festive streets and patriotic cheers.
A fragmentary notice recalls Mr. Winkle hosted by Mr. Bob Sawyer and Mr. Benjamin Allen with a single glass, amid odd references to chemistry and moon lore. The passage hints at democratic New South Wales and a leader named Vesna Grom guiding operations for members.
Two about ten years old girls named Wairis Burke and Marearet O Keefe appeared before Mr Smithers S M at the Central Police Court charged with attempting to escape a life of begging in a den run by Chinese men. Public Prosecutor Davis said police had difficulty detaining the girls and feared they would be abducted again if sent home. The magistrate remanded the girls in custody for further inquiry.
The leading Professor of Tokio University resigns after government dismissal for dissent on the Russia treaty terms. Nine thousand Chinese students at Polio University protest Pekin authorities attempts to influence Japan and demand freedom of speech. they threaten action unless restrictions are lifted.
London wool sales show brisk business at all ports with prices well maintained. Bundaruadj Gas coyne 104d Coongoola 114 Brookong 12d Birckhead 124d Tuppal Goldabrough. Sale listings indicate continued good demand and prices unchanged since yesterday’s session.
Fragmentary OCR item notes bar silver pricing and dates in November with references to ounce standards and related terms, showing a market brief tone and unclear numerals. Named entities are sparse due to readability limits.
Ronald Weddell, a bankrupt grocer, faced a judge at Darlinghurst today after spending weeks answering creditors’ questions. His counsel opposed a compelled examination, arguing that forcing disclosure would trap the estate and contradict an earlier pledge to creditors. The judge warned of imprisonment if refusals continued and sought full disclosure to aid administration and asset realization.
An Australian named TrAuday Southeri is in custody after a plan to rob a hotel partner failed and papers tied to walking tours were found. A suspect named Michael vee and another in London faces exposure as police link them to a money scam. The case involves deception, embezzlement, and a move to hard labor for the accused.
Hot holidays prompt notice to members about Sharland's Kola Nip boots available at Tug Town stores. Boots boast lightness and flexibility, imported swede leather, comfortable wear, and wide sizing. Prices start at 6 shillings with fittings offered. repairs and advertising emphasis highlight popular choice among Sydney buyers.
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