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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 12, 1901
Page
6
In December ten Bushmen were wounded during engagements near Wakkerstroom as the Boer War news filters through. The report notes little other detail from the Transvaal front and confirms no further telegrams from the area have been received.
London Woot files Lis nveuine prices run with general Mclelling tendency Wheat afloat London December 10 6 15 p m quantities for wheat on United Kingdom tests Continental Australian stocks Tas tains December 10 645 p m stock change Ocey Linton Marriage not Amenity Company of Australia Limited 44 per cent debentures listed including Landmark debentures Morropaiian Gas Company Melbourne Australian District Company Sydney debentures 11 per cent.
The Systeral Primi Mucsteversion reports that Mr Lee Premier of New South Wales asked whether the Federal military headquarters would be in Atel Bourn. Sir JT Hutton said the decision will be made after the arrival of the Be era Csuanandaut.
The Lanslou Missionary Society steamer John Williams was sighted at Clarence River about 204 miles north of Sydney yesterday, en route from South Houselands to Sydney. It was expected to reach port under ivory circumstances, with conditions uncertain as it nears the coast.
A fragmented record shows a judge questioning whether suspects would be kept in custody after a remand. The proceedings reveal confusion as to the status of a missing or deceased suspect and the court tension over holding decisions.
The German mail steamers Karvsruhr and Regent Lalspold arrived and passed Cape Burda during their routes from Bremen to Bremen via Fydney and other ports. The Karvsruhr arrived at Southampton on December 20 while the Regent Lalspold was seen off Cape Burda about 110 miles from Audra Saeluck yesterday morning.
Last week 14,092 4s was received for stamp duty on probate and letters of administration. From that sum 10 6 was paid related to the New South Wales probate of the late Mr. Guoree Washington Charters of England, with the estate valued at 102 60.
The Wolmin found dying in Luxkux-streut on Monday evening later walked in Sydney Hospital and was identified as Mrs Jessie Warrick, 40, recently arrived from Victoria. The deceased, lodging on Syater-street, was living apart from her husband. A post mortem examination revealed no further details.
At quarter sessions Acting Judge Hamilton and Michael Burke faced charges of assault on Ul i Bundaren, with Martin Howard acquitted on a separate count. The Crown failed to prove a key element of the child case, leading to a retrial. Darkie Reynolde, accused of robbery, was found guilty and ordered to await sentencing as the court adjourned amid a tense session.
At yesterday's Water and Sewerage Board meeting the engineer in chief presented a diagram of the Trospeer Reservoir showing water height and discharge amounts. The engineer cited abnormal developments near Masuyu affecting the Ryde and Pott's Hill reservoir pipes, promising remedial work to restore a non intermittent supply and reduce complaints at North Hymney.
The readable fragments reference a Speaker announcing a motion to appoint a governor or official, with dates in December and January, and mention of examinations for matriculation and scholarships. Names and exact details are corrupted, leaving an unclear record of personnel and schedules.
In Darlinghurst a 13 year old was attacked and a youth, Albert Gavenlock, found guilty of the offence. The jury recommended mercy but the judge ordered six months hard labour with a private whipping as provided by law. The prisoner’s solicitor sought mercy under the First Omendera Act. the judge declined to delay the whipping.
Kate Laahman of Sydney sues Henry James Cunlin a district constable for breach of promise of marriage seeking £150 damages after an engagement in Sydney three years ago. Cunlin joined police, moved to West Maitland, and married a Maitland woman on November 4. Jury verdict awarded damages with costs.
Adelaide House of Assembly finally passed the Adelaide Electric Tramways Bill on its third reading by 24 votes to 8 after Labor members resisted recommittal and third reading, prompting loud cheers from supporters.
The article states Sir James Grahem will begin a European tour early next year traveling through Japan and the Continent with Lady Grahem joining in February by a principal mail route. The source notes confusion over spellings and routes but confirms the planned grand tour.
Judges Cohen Backhouse and Murray ruled yesterday in the Darling Harbor Resumption Court. Peter Francis Hart and Frances Faucety Moran sought £16,500 for Hartstreet and Millers Point restorations. the government valuation was £9,400. Robert Reid’s claim for property in Sussex and Day Street totaled £18,522 with a government valuation of £4,60. The court awarded £1,002 more than the government’s sum.
The Aberdeen steamer Nineveh arrived in Melbourne from London via the Cape and Sydney. She left London October 24 and Cape Town November 21, docking yesterday morning. On board are 20 men of the personal corps returning to a step from South Africa, Lieutenant Bowden of the N.S.W. Bushiven, and seven troopers for Brisbane who will tranship at Sydney.
The William Street coroner held an inquest into the death of Jobo Zandiotes a Greek immigrant who died at Sydney Hospital from a bullet wound. Witnesses described financial troubles temper, and a single revolver shot after overheard firing. The verdict found death by a self inflicted wound.
A Victorian era weather brief notes very hot conditions in Western districts and South Australia. Tuesday highs ranged from three to eleven degrees above normal with minima in the teens to mid teens. Adelaide Armidale Coolamon Narrabri and other towns report heat waves, dust, and shifting winds with some relief arriving later.
The RMS Oruz of the Orient Pacific line, bound for Sydney, ran aground in the Suez Canal for twenty eight hours on December 7 and emerged one day late.
The second coroner's inquest into the rem ed fire at Silke and Williams tailoring establishment in Hunter Street was resumed at the Centennial Hotel. Cross examination by Sub-Inspector Vine clarified that some evidence differed from the former inquiry due to excitement at the time, with William Williams, the other partner, testifying.
At Tiendy night in North Sydney Council Alderman Winter pressed the Mayor on plans to withdraw a street loitering case against an unnamed individual. The Mayor cited risk to his wife’s health and public publicity as reasons, saying he instructed the sanitary inspector to withdraw the case, drawing applause.
At the Armidale council meeting the Government Analyst declared the water fit for human consumption though some aldermen doubted the finding. Debate focused on ratepayer use for gardens and possible pumping to increase charges. An amendment to publish notices warning of impurity failed to pass.
A Whitton NSW meeting at the Albion Hotel heard landholders vent grievances over land valuations and government appraisements. Resolutions urged ministerial action, calling for independent appraisers and noting perceived unfairness and loss of homestead holdings near the Murrumbidgee, Dartington, and nearby riverfront lands.
The report details New South Wales and Victoria grain prices and freight, with Mexico and London's flour markets cited. Old and new wheat values vary, freight costs ease, and shipping readiness grows while railway and harbor constraints loom. poultry, dairy, and produce prices are listed for Sydney and regional Australian markets.
Market notes report assorted fruits including brown ischia figa and Fiji shipments pending arrival. Cherries from Orange district, Queensland cheaper. scarce remnant sarilati peaches. Intermediate crop Briggs May peaches, mandarins Emperors, Calideralas priced by half or quarter cases, with mixed quality descriptors and unclear currency units.
Dry winter has severely limited the small line of vegetables with high wholesale costs for many items. Cabbages, beans, cucumbers, beets, and other produce show inflated prices, limited supply, and warnings of continuing pressure as tariffs curb New Beat and West ebbages.
Local authorities discuss planned train alterations for Monday at Milran's Palot Moe and potential reroute to Lisufield. A protest response cites safety concerns at Phntswood, with official nods and opposition still under review as of mid May.
In the case before the Strict Court on September 5 a cabman and a horse drawn vehicle owner sued for damages claiming the driver of the vehicle negligently collided with a horse and cab. The jury found the driver at fault and awarded the plaintiff 29 pounds in damages after consideration of repair costs and expenses.
Melbourne reports the arrival of Sir George Clarke as the new Governor of Victoria. A large party welcomed him and the Duchess, with a guard of honor and crowds lining St Kilda and Exhibition streets. The public holiday and ceremonies marked the official handover, before they proceed to Government House.
Fragmentary shipping notice references Als Deewmbey 12 mcgath IsI tone Cragin Nev and partners in a tale of freight, with mentions of CTS, Way, Caney Creech, and Anbn Compeny. The legible text lists agencies, dates, and involved firms in a garbled shipment record.
The case involves Navin and others charged under the Customs Act. Details describe a voyage across a river with cargo valued at £5 and alleged improprieties linked to ship’s wares. Proceedings cover defense arguments, evidence handling, and property declarations.
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