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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 14, 1900
Page
4
Fragmentary report describes rising tensions and threats of expulsion in January. Names and clear specifics are unreadable, with scattered phrases about authorities and possible punitive actions amid domestic turmoil.
London dispatches recount the siege at Pekin place where Dr Morrison, correspondent for Timeg, displayed courage under fire and served as a pillar of strength to the besieged during perilous moments.
The Attorney-General of Ceylon Mr C P Layard sails from Colombo for Sydney by the H M Rome to represent Ceylon at the Commonwealth inauguration ceremonies. Governor Sir J West Ridgeway cannot attend.
President McKinley invites the Duke and Duchess of York to visit the United States after Canada. The couple plan to travel from Australia to Canada on their return journey, with visits to Washington and London arranged.
The invitation card dispatched to distinguished visitors for Commonwealth ceremonies is a fine piece of chromo lithography. It is bold in design, tasteful in treatment, and beautifully colored, described as an excellent specimen for federal functions.
Mr John Barlow F.R.I. B.A. designed and supervised the erection of the floral decoration structure for Sears and Sons. The project, completed at the behest of the Government decorations committee, was carried out by its member Mr Barlow and finished in eight working days.
A correspondent condemns the State full dress for police on January 1. He favors the light blue tunic and white trousers for comfort and due to tropical heat. The critique targets the heavy frock coat, brown belt, and bulky gear worn during State occasions. Details cover procession roles, regimental escorts, and anticipated attendance by governors and dignitaries.
The Royal Indian Marine steamer Liashousie docked at Albany (W.A.) with 100 Indian troops aboard for the Commonwealth celebrations. The ship, about 2000 tons, is crewed by natives in blue blouses and pyjamas under Captain Pifford. Half the troops are native officers, the rest native non commissioned officers. No privates.
London dispatch reports Li Hung Chang’s credentials as peace negotiator were refused for lacking the Emperor’s seal delaying further negotiations. The note appears in our latest bulletin with terse confirmation.
A London inquiry traces arsenic poisoning from beer to glassware and tubes used in bottling. Barrels tested clean, but traces of contamination remain at Birmingham and other sites. Investigators cite equipment linked to Widdeae I the syrups as contributing factors.
London dispatch reports December 12 as the French Chamber of Deputies debated a motion seeking a total prohibition on absinthe, described as a first spirituous liquor made from wormwood and claimed to have maddening brain effects, alongside brandy or alcohol.
In London December the Commons heard sharp attacks on the Milnes administration from Liberal members led by Sir Alfred Nevers Sowll and Sir Jol Meadrick. The speakers accused government figures of distortion over South Africa and weakness at home, pledging vigilance against threats to the Queen and future policy shifts.
The Irish Nation convention in Dublin campaigns to end landlordism and accelerate land settlement within two years. In Parliament, Chief Secretary George Woodsom warns unity and liberty under threat and vows government action to defend empire and property.
London dispatch reports that Parliament will be prorogued on Saturday next. The action follows days of debate with government and opposition leaders awaiting formal closure before the session recess.
London confers peerages on G. J. Goochen, late First Commissioner of the Admiralty, and Sir Matthew White Riley, late Home Secretary, as part of the honors list announced today.
London December 12 The War Office dismissed three members of the 1st Warwickshire Volunteer Artillery including the colonel for horseplay at Parkesdale Camp. The remaining officers threaten resignation unless reinstate ment is granted.
At the London Commercial Sale Rooms Mincioglane yesterday auctioned 460 crates of White's Victorian rabbits. 158 crates sold at reserve price, 25 at declined price. The remaining crates were withdrawn.
The souvenir card and several ceremonial invites are prepared for the historic occasion. John Portus, secretary of the celebrations committee, organized the outline invitation. Charles Turner designed the invites, and the lithography required multiple printings in nine colors at the Government Printing Office under Government Printer W. A. Gullick.
A detailed description outlines a nearly finished octagonal landing pavilion near the seawall. It features a cupola, open archways, floral decorations, gilded emblems, and the Royal arms. The design emphasizes silver gold and green with floral wreaths, banners from eight nations, and white painted columns contrasted by vivid coloring.
Soldiers debate official rules on clothing as they wear multiple pairs weekly to cope with washing cycles. They complain the single pair policy leads to awkward extra trousers and discomfort from frock coats and belts resembling the City of London constabulary uniform. Will sensible reforms emerge?
The Governor-General will land at Farm Cove aboard the Royal Arthur and, after a salute, review a two mile procession through Sydney. Sir William Lyne and Lord Hopetoun features in arrangements with multination troops and a large civic decorative display planned at the Exchange, Pitt Street, and Government House.
London dispatch reports Nelson era watch and miniature witc stolen from Greenwich Hospital were found in Leicester. The recovery ends a theft case tied to the Greenwich institution with no injuries reported.
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