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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 10, 1902
Page
4
Fragmented notices list births marriages and deaths with scattered names and dates. The text also includes broad political commentary on an upcoming general election and tariff policy, mentioning Beakth and Freenjaders, amid garbled OCR style.
The article discusses the New South Wales government contemplating a significant borrowing through four year Treasury Bills totaling £3,250,000 to cover ordinary needs. It notes past and projected expenditures, upcoming bill redemptions, and the shifting attitudes of London financiers toward Australian bonds, with criticism of policy by Sir Teha Sev, Sir John Bee, and Mr. Waddell.
Fragmentary text describes a bitter struggle over tariff policy in Australia. It notes ministers debating protectionist versus free trade stances, with references to Sir Shmund Barton and Alfred Deakin. The piece hints the Commonwealth Ministry fears an election dominated by the tariff issue and mentions a Canadian banquet remark by Deakin.
The piece argues for Hughes to be re elected as Sydney lord mayor, praising his handling of municipal affairs and leadership. It notes a tradition against two consecutive years in office but contends his first year showed merit and merits extending another year of service.
A column argues the Home Affairs Minister should bear duties for Boer visitors. It praises Sir Willie Lyne and suggests pro-Boer locals may host a reception or banquet to display consistency, while asserting the public should lead the plan for a fitting welcome and relief efforts.
A sensational note laments bicycle and motor car use in France as a new menace. It describes speed fantasies, kidnapping plots, and danger to a young woman, with vivid, moralizing comparisons to old postillion scenes and a warning tone about modern transport temptations.
In a tense city climate, critics claim derailed reforms while supporters push future plans. Officials back cautious change as civic groups warn of risks, urging transparent debate and decisive moves despite public unease.
The writer questions the timing of the tree planting scheme urging a delay until favorable weather and plant conditions prevail. It criticizes the tram system’s viability and cautions against premature actions while hoping the council perseveres with the experiment to reach eventual success.
A fragment from a London monthly notes severe drought and widespread job loss in Australia New South Wales and Britain. It questions public relief and cites plumbers and miners as out of work while urging skilled trades to seek work abroad and referencing the Allens Restriction Act.
The London meeting of county captains agreed to widen the wicket to 1a inches and consider reducing the number of Tests from five to three. Sir MacLaren seconded Tosup in urging wider fields and proposed future tests be England versus Victoria. Marylebone Club officials plan to publish the proposals through the committee. Lord Howes, president for 1901, supported the change and favored three-test series.
In London, December reports discuss a National Review article by Mir Hormeeui alleging Austrian provocations and urging stricter regulations to bar diplomats from publishing experiences without permission. Sir Horace Rumpford lauds Emperor Francis Joseph as Britain’s steadfast ally, while Sir Lorsee Rumbald critiqued Austrian officials and the Germans as Britain’s dangerous foes.
A Melbourne stock market note reviews several debentures and mortgage stocks rising or at par. Key entries include Dalgety and Company debentures, Queensland mortgage issues, and ANZ Gas Company notes with varied percentages, all reflecting a lively debt market.
A detailed feature from Dip week's edition celebrates Balmain as a key Sydney suburb. It describes panoramas from a factory chimney top including Lane Cove River, Woolwich, Greenwich, and North Sydney with views toward Darling Harbour. Engravings depict St Mary's Church and Congregational Church in Darling Street, plus Campbell Street landmarks. The piece notes an illustrated survey of early colonial life and local progress, with images of schools, courts, hospitals, and government offices.
The Legislative Assembly debated a bill to authorize four million in Treasury Bills at 2.20 mm and amended the Savings Bank of New South Wales Act. Opposition questioned powers to send large sums, while supporters cited banking consolidation. The session adjourned after a long debate with a clause amendment and approval of a substitute amount.
The State Ministry faces chatter about a possible constitutional shift driven by Mr Wise. Speculation links Wise's departure to a vacancy for Attorney-General with Crick named as a likely successor or combined role in Public Works, while Australia’s Prime Minister and other figures are discussed as influencing a high commissioner appointment.
Speaking at a Tuesday evening council meeting Alderman Probert argued the proposed municipal endowment would benefit Camperdown but warned funds would be controlled by a receiver and not spent on past debts or local repairs. The mayor pledged to press the Premier to review the matter.
A union committee plans a meeting to push higher overtime rates and Saturday work pay. The draft agreement targets wage changes after a one year period and may be reviewed by the Arbitration Court if not settled.
The Danlinghuest Quarter Sessions heard Williams Hebert Cori WU wabert Perston John laughey and others charged with stealing 41 exam at jam from Herbert Edwant Pratten and Auotier Tayler Mruthers. The Crown alleged the goods moved from the wharf to Anandaie and later to Sydney where questions arose about observable disappearances. The jury found not guilty for Haughey and Preston. Corkhill was found to have received, with Hughes and Prenton discharged. counsel argued for Corkuill as a first offender.
Fragmentary text mentions a mountain, a celebrated lotion, and a set of unclear events. Names and dates are unreadable, but the piece hints at a festival or tour with references to propriety and Sunday rules.
The Prime Minister Edmund Berten defended the detention of no batter on board the Orontes, insisting the action followed the law. Labour leaders including Sir Watson and Mr Deakin clashed over the policy, with arguments about the act under which sailors were held and the potential impact on employment and wages.
The Full Court in Brisbane this morning upheld the Kenniffs convictions. Chief Justice Griffith and Justices Chubb and Cooper confirmed the verdicts against both defendants, ruling there was sufficient evidence to convict despite questions raised on details.
In a Legislative Assembly session Mr Chrithers pressed the State Treasurer on land tax materials amid opposition tactics. The adversary denounced a former official’s remarks as libel, alleging obstruction and breach of the writ.
A 28 year old butcher Frank Boeworth killed himself by lying on the railway line near Bydenham Station after writing a farewell note to his wife and waiting for a train. The body was found with clothes and a letter in his pocket, and Henry Werarre testified that Somworth had been mentally distressed for some time. The jury returned a verdict of suicide while suffering from melancholy.
In the Legislative Assembly on Thuesday Mr lobo Muley challenged the Premier without notice asking if a chap could prepare a requiem for a dead member and a woman associated with a butcher. The Speaker refused to reveal the question’s nature and debate continued amid confusion.
Fragmentary OCR reads as a local item about Reed Bowman in a Tangy Town tale, mentioning a sovaler map and a hesitant note. The legible bits reference Stearns and headaches in a brief community snippet, preserving names as readable.
Police chased two burglars from Dulwich Mills around New Canterbury Road before 4 am. They pursued through vacant ground and streets, catching one man in Marrickville. the other escaped. The prisoner, about 33, claimed labourer work, and was remanded at the New South Wales Police Court until next Wednesday.
Detectives close in on thieves who seized the Quembi diamonds in a Tea Horcing burglary. Mr. Gollin offers £50 for conviction of the thief or thieves and £100 for recovery of the jewellery, with a further substantial reward for any recovered portions.
The Premier informed Mr Donaldeon that the Government would consider proclaiming Bat- Urasy Derumbar 47 as a public holiday. Many residents in the Beate area wish to see the date proclaimed locally, while the city shows broad interest and debate continues.
Fragmented telegraphic notes list ship departures from Sydney for Noumea Samara British New Guinea Singapore Adelaide and other destinations. Entries include times such as 4 a.m 1 p.m and 1.49 p.m with routes via Brisbane Townevile Melteuram and Burrumbest. The garbled text suggests a schedule of mails or shipments by sea.
The Australian reports on leaders debating actions to capture the Mad Mullah. Mention of the Premier considering organizing an expedition and potential involvement of the Minister for Lands. The fragmented text references Bir John Ser, Bir Meagher, and Bin Joba See amid the political maneuvering.
Fragmented report shows John Maguire a bid-age pensioner in Armidale died by self harm at his cottage door. Police suspend pension payments. prior disruption noted. Separate items mention budget figures, naval torpedo boats, and an auction at Berry Bay Sheds. The text also references model engines, an upcoming aquarium display, and a court case over an injury claim involving Mount Kembla Coal and Oil Company.
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