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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 09, 1902
Page
4
Opposition leader Carruthers presses for tramponary relief or payment for breadstuffs and fodder amid drought and high living costs. Government promises discussion but faces practical barriers including cost and feasibility concerns.
The jury returns a verdict in the libel case Grimth against the Newcastle Moraine Herald. Most people, except the plaintiff, will agree with the jury’s finding that Grimith, in a public capacity, included membership of the state parliament and expressed certain views in connection with the Boer War.
A public discussion recalls remarks by Mr. Griffith and others during Britain’s Boer War era. The piece defends the jury verdicts and rejects calls to condemn freely expressed opinions as unconstitutional or illegal, while condemning some views as reprehensible.
Reports indicate the Premier faces questions over detention of hatters aboard a steamship under the Immigration Restriction Act. If permission is granted by the Minister, authorities may allow the men to land, with potential political agitation depending on future actions to prevent recurrence.
An aged Victorian-era account follows Dr Sven Hedin as he pursues exploration amid opposition from European powers. It notes his travels across TallinL and Asia, recounting failed attempts to reveal sacred cities and the dangers faced, including shipwrecks and mortality, while authorities in Melbourne and Europe warn of consequences for his work.
Alexander Inghis of ftedfers was admitted to St Vincent's Hospital with brain injury after a fall from a scaffold on Botany road. In a separate incident a collision between a trout and a vehicle injured Arthur and Walter Walshaw. Arthur suffered a brain concussion and was moved to Prince Alfred Hospital.
The relief vessel Morning thew departed Lyttelton for Victor Island with a water supply about 3,500,000 gallons. The Lands Department refused a terrain application for a crane costing £47 to cover fencing at George's Head.
A bold early morning jewel theft at a large Woodlawn mansion on Albert Street, attributed to clever thieves led by a ring from Goslin not Company. Valuable goods including a gold watch and necklace were stolen while residents slept. police suspect an organized interstate or foreign gang, none yet identified.
Judge Backhouse presided in the Matrict Court action brought by Robert Whe against the Mastratlan News paper Company Limited over alleged damages from reprinting an item in the Australian Surf. The court found the paragraph did not refer to the plaintiff and that no reputation damage occurred, ruling for the defendant.
A child named Mary ar rest from Waterloo drowned at about 5 p.m. Monday after slipping into a water hole off Lachias-nirvet while playing with a friend. Martin Buckley, a playmate, recovered the body and carried it to the parents.
In the fragmentary notice readers glimpse a Saturday excursion route from Naveeille to Near patery Rice o, ending at Market roves and the foot of waters bare, suggesting a coastal or riverine outing with uncertain landmarks and dates.
A relivery action for 1900 pounds was heard in the Banco Court before the Acting-Chief Justice against Sir Jobe Lew. The case, linked to Kidman’s Buildings and Markel York, involved alleged wrongful eviction from a prominent premises. Both sides argued prior tenancy and rent claims, with testimony and admissions examined by counsel. The matter, described as ongoing, references Geoffrey Meld and Mr Shaw for plaintiffs and defendants, and notes proceedings through May with no final settlement reached.
Rumored obituary and muddled historic notes recount Colonel Harry McAdmon J and a late country leader. The piece mentions Governor General, wartime service in Soul Africa, and ties to horse racing figures, circled by scattered references to Medewt hor and Byford clubs.
Thomas Brackett Reed of Maine born in Port Jani and educated locally rose to lead the U.S. House as Republican Speaker after key elections. He served briefly in the U S Navy and pursued law before entering Congress, where he became a central figure in party leadership and legislative strategy.
A contested will matter before the Probate Court concerns the estate of deceased Mrs Lampert. Arguments center on the will dated April 3 1903 and alleged undue influence by Moses Wolssenberg and others. The suit seeks probate relief and payment of costs with the plaintiff asserting rightful executorship while the defendant claims lack of testamentary validity and memory.
Auction notices list items from Avery Pian to gas engine, galvanised roofing and furniture on Crown Road and William Street, with remarks on oiling streets by City Surveyor Mr W M Goodong. The note mentions oiling results are good except for a tendency of metal to break up and warns against binding with water. W Woollahra grocer Astridge promotes up to date coupons and local businesses.
Dispatches describe the Gromtes steamer and crew on board near Australia with expectant returns. Government figures discuss permissions for the sailors to travel, while talks focus on possible repatriation and labor arrangements under colonial rules.
A jury of four was sworn in at the Motrahenlian Leiria Court to hear a case arising from a February collision on Cook's River Road. Plaintiff alleges a horse was struck by an electric tram after the horse bolted at the May Street corner, throwing a boy and trapping him on the tram line. Evidence about the tram driver’s timing and delays will be presented as the trial proceeds.
Mr Justien Simpson presented his petition over a marriage dispute involving Caroline Liner Burtvai formerly Ray married to March Teall. The case traced moving between Auckland and Sydney with the respondent leaving, and the court granted a decree nisi, with a six month delay on final decree.
In bankruptcy matters the registrar adjourned the creditors petition for Siiluey Bueacott versus P. Lawesn while Mr. Moseley, solicitor for the petitioner, attended. A voluntary sequestration was noted for Rainard George Henderson of Balranald as a business closure. A public lecture at the School of Art discussed women’s roles and economic politics, led by Mr. Tom Mano and others, amid mixed reactions.
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