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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 16, 1907
Page
3
In Mermonturvah and northern Riverina today, harvest activities show wheat yields rising as farmers report plots delivering 14 to 20 bushels per acre. In Wirralton and Contamandra districts figures vary, with some fields averaging around 10 bushels per acre amid promising signs for the season.
Fragmented OCR lists Sydney area auction and produce sales details with numerous company names, locations, and items. Mentions include Sydney Produce Sales, Roberts Little and Co, Frank Ireland, Prescott, and Linden and Co. notes about weekly auctions, consignments, and rates. The jumbled lines reference public sales at Redfern and Perth, with various firms, dates, and product listings scattered throughout.
In a packed session, Prime Minister Deakin outlines wartime defence plans for Australia. He discusses naval build up, costs, and the aim to raise a volunteer force with submarines torpedo craft and destroyers, funded by the Commonwealth. The debate touches empire defence, London conferences, and the need for a ready force.
A mining tower reports a new silver find at Ettrema Creek near Sassafras Mounts, promising a big discovery that will cause a sensation. Townspeople show excitement as export prospects rise and plans for a railway extension to Jorville Bay gain support.
Mme Malba delivered an arcund concert in Sydney's Town Hall on Saturday, earning overwhelming applause from a delighted crowd. She opened with selections from Lucia di Lammermoor and performed encore pieces, with notable support from Mr Jake Lammune.
London Sunday The Admiralty states that Vice-Admiral Sir Richard Poors will become Commander-in-Chief of the Australian Station on January 1, in pursuit of the late Sir Wilmot Fawkes who was named Commander-In-Chief at Devonport.
An Australian notice touts Dr Shelton's Sew Discovery as a cure for chest ailments and lung troubles. It claims the remedy is superior, highlighting eucalyptus extract and camphor, with promotional text from a local writer and references to its non intoxicating, invigorating qualities.
Advertisement-like note claims Dyapopxia aries from stomach and liver disorders can be prevented and organs invigorated by Chamberisin's Tablets enhancing their functions. The text appears promotional with unclear medical accuracy and nonsensical terms.
The Supreme Court of Victoria grants probate of the will of Damien Baenion Vickery, a grazier of Birctive Hla Yon, New Houlin Walet, with executors named and beneficiaries listed. The estate includes real property, annuities, and legacies to family members, with provisions for weekly sums and specific bequests, and the will revoked to adjust entailed shares.
An elderly man, identified as Feares MRunie, 42, of Beakitertlin Road, Rrakiapriite, was found with a throat wound in a Sunday morning incident. Authorities report likely suicide or foul play, with Beart Wikeasn and other residents questioned as potential witnesses. Authorities continue investigation into the death.
An ambiguous notice mentions Mr W Premig of the Agente Seeneral office in taeminn and an organization connected to women seeking assisted passage to New South Wales. The fragment references the New South Wales Government and a program aimed at aiding young women, dated to 2804, though details are unclear.
The St Leonards Public School held a year’s end ceremony with arts and crafts prizes. Peter inard was noted for a high achievement, and the event included decorations and a formal mix of speakers and attendees.
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