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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 11, 1908
Page
12
A compelling account describes a London hospital chief surgeon labeling a severe eczema case as the worst seen, with little relief until Cuticura ointment brought swift, lasting improvement after months of suffering. The narrative blends patient pain with repeated applications and eventual praise for Cuticura products.
A garbled antiquated notice describes a marriage after a fortnight with uncertain names and places. The fragment mentions Abe Nowe of Bemétie, Merion, Whe Felehine, and references police concern over a possible wedding and safety, all shrouded in distorted text.
A Missing Post Office order leads to charges against Ethel Mlockhart nineteen for stealing a postal item and funds valued at £36. In a convoluted trafficking of a counterfeit receipt and forged orders, the accused and accomplices allegedly directed a letter to be delayed and manipulated payments. The investigation includes witnesses describing receipt of goods, a phonograph, a gold ring, and money recovered from the scene. The court proceeding details are unclear due to damaged text.
In a present year court proceeding, the defendant Arnost pleaded guilty to all counts regarding unauthorised overtime and related stage work. The defense argued about the overtime claim while the six charged counts were summarized.
Henry Magnuson of Kaweon street Waverly and Thom Prank M’Devall of Gladetone street Teichhardt appear in voluntary sequestrations with official assignee Mr Wtt. Paleer named as assistant. The notice records proceedings in bankruptcy court and identifies involved parties and roles.
Residents of Mosman and Cramorye plan an elaborate Christmas Eve carnival with a luminous display for the holiday. A large volunteer committee under A H Norman coordinates orchestral performances and stage arrangements. The event will feature illuminated houses and gardens, attracting many Sydneysiders, with raffles, stalls, and public notices guiding attendance.
Lowe's announces record preparations for Christmas trade with expanded departments and increased staff. Messrs Lawe and Company report growing demand across clothing, footwear, and general merchandise as they anticipate steady business through the season.
A fragmentary notice lists several individuals connected to the Shop Assistants Wages Board. Names include Mr James Burns of Darling Street Balmain and Mr George Percival of Randwick, with other addresses in Balmain Randwick and Befern, indicating non appointed board members or related observers.
Muss Olive Mr Wiley nurse Coast Hospital Mr John Symonds assistant engineer Public Works Department Mr T X Parsons fore man Stores Supply and Tender Board Mr J Andrews caretaker local land board office Genston Mr H Taylor conditional purchase Inspector Turbe Mr Jams Payee fireman demige service have resigned Mr Jot Denois teacher Mosma Mr J T Collis teacher Kialla and Mr Tisthy Nicholla teacher Gundagai South will shortly fire Mr FH Kerridge appointed as Inspector Vine and Vegetation Diseases Act
The City Coroner held an inquest into the death of laborer Clement Carri faut 34 employed at Cayton Motel Burtan Street Wil scomnoon Bay He was found drowned near Cowper Wharf after a day of illness and pain His brother spoke of preferring death to suffering and the evidence showed he wandered to the wharf around 10 oclock and his body was recovered later A verdict of death by own action was returned
William Pennington twenty two dealer charged at Globe with assault after a drunken dispute on Bay Street Glebe. Witness Harvey, also intoxicated, testified Pennington struck him with a bottle. bottle broken. Pennington convicted and sentenced to three months plus a separate indecent language charge.
The three departments show manual training and school work at Chrantamiestreet Superior Public School. Exhibits include carpentry, drawing, writing and brush work. Programs run day and evening with multiple demonstrations and performances.
Morman Cornell Teawatly asked the hierarchy commissioner for increased tram accommodation in the suburb between the tonry ob and 1 and Uk nth. A reply implied survival had been given to the trams. The service between 8 and 6 pm could not provide fuller accommodation due to lack of power.
Transfers of publicans licenses granted by the Metropolitan Licensing Bench Illawarra Hotel Shelly Street S74 Ney Rose Brown to David Thomas Quean s Hotel Queen Street Woollahra Gertrude Rogers to Henry Chapman noted.
A convoluted court session centers on a muff chain auction and alleged misdeeds by defendants. The jury weighs claims of improper bidding, ownership, and duties of care as witnesses discuss a sale tied to a defaulter and a contested claim of value. The trial features muttered defenses, disputed prices, and a verdict requiring further consideration.
A man died by his own action in a cave near Macquarie Lighthouse on Saturday afternoon. The coroner and police investigated the circumstances. A keeper named Silva is noted as the person who found the body while nearby, with reports of a prior departure from the tower and a sense of melancholy. The brother William Adact testified to the deceased’s condition and a recent period of mental distress. An advertisement for an ideal unsweetened sole product appears in the surrounding text.
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