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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 12, 1908
Page
14
A crowded partisan debate centers on Cardinal Moran and the Masonic order, with assertions that Masonry exercises control over church and state. The article cites unnamed sources and quotes committees, while noting clerical opinions on the secrecy and influence of higher Masonic ranks.
A 1908 ceremony marked the first sod for extending the steam tramway to Ryde. The event featured Minister for Works, local officials, and a large turnout from the town and surrounding areas as plans for the line’s completion were celebrated with banners, speeches, and commemorative inscriptions.
Fragmentary report describes church outreach and youth engagement, citing individuals and local locations as organizers. Text appears garbled with incomplete phrases, but suggests a community religious effort and a secured structure or item related to the event.
The holidays closing hours notice directs shopkeepers to adjust hours during Christmas and New Year. Most shops close early on Wednesday evenings, some until 6 PM, with special late openings on December 23 and 30 to 7 PM, and Thursday January 1 and 2 until 7 PM or 6 PM. Contact the Department of Labor and Industry for details.
Fragmented OCR item lists a promotional digest with items on digestion tables, a fight mention, and medical tonics. It cites quantities like 2/6 per tin and 1/6 for a cough and throat relief product. Also references Nestle’s Milk and various cheaper price claims amid ads.
An elderly pensioner, Thomas Simpson aged about 70, was assaulted in Hyde Park near Elizabeth Street by two men who fled. Simpson underwent an operation and later became very deaf. Police were alerted via telephone, and detectives began search for the attackers as officials vowed enhanced park safety.
Annandale constable Treil Hansen was struck by a horse while on patrol around 1 PM. He suffered eye injuries and a large cut to the back, was removed to Prince Albert Hospital in severe pain, and remains under casualty surgeon care with hopes of early return home. Hospital reports say the horse caused the injury during a defensive attempt to control the animal.
An immigrant servant named Gartrude Molinere was found drowned near Central Wharf Miller's Point in Sydney. The coroner ruled the death accidental after inquiry into the steamer Grmont voyage. A passenger described returning to the ship drunk and later the body was recovered from beneath the wharf. Senior-constable Butler led the investigation.
North Sydney police investigated the death of Ellen Heir 48 who resided at Folly Point. On Friday she complained of a headache, then collapsed in bed and died about two hours later. A post mortem showed brain hemorrhage. The Coroner has been informed.
A Sydney Stage Employees Union delegation led by W C Wall J B Hardy and Breakwell met National Amphitheatre manager J B Bain this morning to discuss wage increases. Bain received them politely and the conference concluded with the deputation expressing satisfaction with the outcome.
An inquest opened into the death of Paymaster Venky More aboard HMS Encounter. The ship had returned from New Zealand at month end, with family and officials reporting depression and unclear circumstances surrounding the paymaster's apparent decline.
Arthur Brittock, an artist, died of asphyxia by drowning at his residence on 146 Celente Road, Padindrio. Neighbors heard a muffled cry from the bath room and saw him submerged, with no body clothing on him. Dr Terry attended but could only pronounce death.
Sunday music in Hyde Park features a varied program with selections including Le Comings f Auber and My Lady fara, performances by soloists and ensembles. The event promises a light, accessible concert experience with familiar classical pieces and melodic interludes, inviting local attendance.
Hugh McCarthy, a miner, faced Coastal Police Court for refusing to pay a cab fare after a two and a half hour city ride. A patrolman intervened, the driver demanded payment, and two cheques in Melbourne banks were found on McCarthy. He was fined or faced 1 day imprisonment.
A Chinese man named Lev Hong Lee was charged with sly grog selling and fined 30 shillings with costs at the joint court. The report notes his activity as illegal sale of liquor to patrons.
Fragmentary OCR lists ship departures and arrivals around December with names like Captain Arcsin and Alien Taylor. Mentions routes from Sydney to Melbourne and Fremantle with cargo terms and port terms unclear.
Readable fragments mention many proper nouns, places, and dates in a chaotic OCR garble. The jumbled lines reference individuals, organizations, and scattered events, with stray capitalized terms suggesting a public notice or listing style amid unclear context.
Charing Potter of Napoleon Street Sandringham was seriously injured last night after being struck by a 1110 pm train at Ko karan while attempting to reboard as it left the platform. His right arm was amputated, and he is in St George's Hospital. The Good Sisters of Mercy Ryde appeal for help to provide a Christmas treat for nearly 100 orphans under their care, donations to the Rev. Mother will be gratefully acknowledged.
Fragmented OCR reveals an ad for Dr Sheldon’s Digestive Tablets promoting relief for weak stomachs. The odd characters around mention a price of 2/6 per tin and show garbled marketing text without coherent context.
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