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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 15, 1908
Page
6
Readable fragments show references to agriculture, seed sales, and multiple persons and places, including mentions of Taylers, Bremer, Spears, and others. The passage also notes pricing, delivery, and various commodities, creating a hazy portrait of a bustling market scene.
The record details broad price weakness across commodities with prime meats and casings selling high but most items easing. Buyers faced lower demand as consignors listed firms and brokers handling parcels amid uncertain markets.
Royal Commission evidence on improved communication facilities across the harbour between Sydney and North Sydney. Chief Engineer W Hutchington outlines a city railway with tunnels and a potential bridge alternative, favoring Fort Macquarie over Dawes Point. Commission to hear two more witnesses before closing and finalizing its report.
The 1000 ton steamer Waratah arrived at Port Adelaide this morning from London on her maiden voyage. The vessel, under Captain J. E. Niberg, completed the journey in 42 days with 7 passengers aboard and calls at Capetown en route to Sydney due Christmas Eve.
Carter Moore a 64 year old employed by Mercer Campbell and Company was hit by a van while waiting at a shop doorway in Glebe. He suffered back injuries and was taken to Sydney Hospital in a serious condition.
Mr E Bechervaise secretary for Geelong Chamber of Commerce argued that Australian exports to the United Kingdom travel mostly via London, costing high freight. He compares Hull port facilities and rail links to London, noting Hull has modern docks and can reduce transit costs for wool meat fruit and grain to northern England.
A speech by Mr T A Coghlan, NSW Agent-General, argues Hull should become a key Australian distribution hub. He cites proximity to large manufacturing towns within 60 miles, potential annual savings on transit charges, and reduced rail and dock costs, forecasting lower consumer prices in Britain.
Reports describe sharks sighted near the breakers by Bygney Harbor and Parsley Bay, with multiple sightings around Glebe Inland and Watson’s Bay. Fishermen and residents warn bathers to avoid water as sea predators cruise near boats and shore.
A cyclist and sulky crashed on a street in Portland injuring the rider, with both machines tangled in the impact. Reports say the rider suffered multiple injuries and shock while bystanders helped.
The report describes morning workouts at Randwick with multiple trainers and horses. It lists several track performances across distances from five to seven furlongs, naming horses, sires, and outcomes, plus note on morning exercise and public drills at the course.
In the New South Wales Legislative Assembly debate, Mr. Clark cited a fine over liaison with plans for a Sydney Harbor tunnel. Questions focus on a Turly appointment, communications from England, and Royal Commission reports on city improvement and bridge and tunnel provisions.
A man named Henry Goodrich of Wollomhal Tweed River area attempted to rescue a horse after it bolted near Darlinghurst tramway and caused a collision with a train. Senior-constable Neary Wain intervened, the horse and cart were retrieved, and L. Christensen, master of the steamskin Silden, was fined £10 for a breach of the Custom Act.
A historical overview of intestinal worms in children including common types such as the large and long thread worm, long round worm, and tape worm. Describes symptoms in young and older children, dangers, causes, and cautions against purgatives, urging a specific worm medicine to eradicate the parasites.
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