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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 17, 1902
Page
4
An old classified snippet markets Hennessy three star brandy with price markers like 10/6 and 10/8. It also promotes a Mipndsesie eight day striking walnut clock with dimensions and multiple price points such as 21 inches high and 15 inches wide, plus various styles and postage adds.
Reid infant son Joby Reid died at 11 months at 40 George Street Camperdown. Tough husband of Margaret Tough died after long illness at home in Parramatta Summer Hill.
A reflective column questions the direction of social legislation and its contrast with socialism. It cites the Old Age Pensions Act, condemning waste and misuse while warning of administration that favors a class, and ponders the speed of reforms shaping liberalism and public policy.
The passage condemns government interference with lawful trade and employment. It argues against social legislation and bureaucratic control that would impede individual enterprise while warning that the state should not seize all employment or misuse humane laws as controlling tools.
A critical look at the Lily Ville project once promoted by government to lure settlers. The article questions the value of £2000 spent on drainage and levelling for a tract with little apparent interest from workers. The piece wonders who benefits and warns against wasteful public works.
Debate centers on state treasurer's claim that 3 000 000 can be raised by the Loan Bill without increasing public debt this year. Parliament already authorised 4 000 000 and a further 3 000 000 was requested, with critics asking why borrow now if funds are not needed before June and warning of unemployment pressure and potential unrest.
The piece analyzes international moves around Venezuela, noting Britain’s denial of pressuring debtors, Germany’s protest over insults, US mediation from Caracas, and Argentina’s Monroe Doctrine signaling. It predicts arbitration aligning Britain with the United States to curb German aims and avoid broader conflict.
A lad from HU End, Harold Ackerman, died Tuesday after being accidentally shot in the head on Friday. The notice extols Warner's Safe Cure as a cure for uric acid linked ailments and promotes its kidney-acting properties without clear medical endorsement.
London telegram of December 16 reports that the Orinoco is open to all vessels except Venezuelan. Secretary of State Hay informed Germany that American ships should not be interfered with unless all shipping is halted by the blockade. He disapproved stopping any vessel.
Warnings and ultimatums follow protests as Germany appears to initiate a show of force regarding Venezuela. Lord Lansdowne proposes seizing Venezuelan gunboats at the outset, following advice from Vice Admiral Bir A L Douglas.
London dispatch notes Argentina aims to lead in Venezuela if John Hay acts as protector or if the United States fails to assert the Monroe Doctrine, positioning Argentina to influence affairs amid regional power shifts.
A semi official Washington message reports Colombian officers in Panama and Colon quietly preparing to invade Nicaragua. The note suggests escalating plans amid regional instability and potential interference.
December 16 report from Lon t von notes rebels released and joining General Matos the revolutionary leader. Matos refuses to cooperate with President Castro.
London dispatch reports re-stocking of Wie farms to Utrecht and Weyheld districts underway. Dinizuln's tribesmen are complying with the law regarding the surrender of arms and related conduct.
Londres December 16. In the bombardment of the forts at Puerto Cabello shells from warships killed a German resident and two servants near the port. Commodores Montgomerie and Scheder demanded satisfaction for offences to British and German residents or the forts would be destroyed. Four British marines fired on the Castello Libertador and destroyed underground prisons. The Venezuelan warship Miranda has escaped. the cruiser Panther pursues toward Maracaibo. the Panther threatens the Maracaibo forts.
The Times reports Count Limsdorf, Russia’s foreign minister, will visit Vienna. The trip signals a grave Balkan situation and prompts renewed efforts to restrain disturbances in the spring, following the 107 agreement.
London report December 16 states the Countess of Dudley who recently had an appendectomy is now out of danger following the operation.
London dispatch cites Formosa governor reporting 14 Japanese soldiers killed and 71 wounded in island defensive actions against fuse gels, detailing island engagements and casualties.
London dispatch reports the Archbishop of Canterbury slightly improved on December 14 and at 2 15 p.m. on December 16 Dr Temple noted he was restless though condition is described as improved.
In London on December 16 Viscount Cranborne said Germany justified sinking two captured vessels as necessary. Berlin claimed the ships were worthless and impractical to tow or salvage, making drifing inadvisable.
London reports the Bishop Dr Webber is ill from over work and ordered to take three weeks rest. The prosecution of the Socialist paper Vorwarts was dropped at the request of Herr Kropp’s family. Deevil Wallace found guilty at the Old Bailey of bigamy and fraud and sentenced to five years for bigamy and twelve months for fraud, to run concurrently.
London dispatch reports President Castro seeking U S help as Caracas professionals urge resignation in favor of Rener Ayala and a non partisan cabinet. They call Congress to convene for appointment of a temporary president to reach a settlement with the Allies.
In London the Premier Mr A J Balfour told the House of Commons that Crown Law Officers now advise contrary to their 1880 position on countervailing duties. He said all nations except Russia share Britain’s view on the issue and noted the 1850 crown advice against bounty-fed sugar duties violating the most favored nation clause.
Washington sources say US Minister Ile W. Bowen mediated President Castro's overtures for peace. Castro's refusal to accept the Republic's liability in advance is seen as a major obstacle to arbitration.
In Parliament and the Italian Chamber, leaders debated the Venezuela issue. Lord Lansdowne said the ultimatum was not clearly stated while affirming internal peace. President Castro suggested arbitration via Hay, with government considering the idea. Bal four stressed joint Allied action but separate measures, and Italy joined the blockade effort with Washington's Allies.
A telegram from Auckland reports the AMLS Vedura departed at 6.15 a.m. for Sydney and due Saturday. The Orient Pacific RMS Oroba from London with English mail arrived in Adelaide at 3 10 this morning. The Sydney mail portion will be delivered on Friday.
During Tuesday's sitting the Speaker Mr W M'Court ML A collapsed and was attended by Sir James Graham. The doctor said he was not in immediate danger. Deputy Speaker Mr Cann filled the duties until adjournment.
Thomas Mitchell, a coloured boxer, regained consciousness after being admitted to Sydney Hospital with a brain concussion. His condition showed some improvement as police reported nine men in custody related to the matter.
William Kearne, 21, charged at Redfern Police Court with assaulting Patrick M Leish at Sir Joseph Banks Pleasure Grounds Botany on November 18. Prosecutor said Kearne rushed from a bakery race, toppled the rider his feet strapped to pedals caused a twenty yard skid. Accused reserved defence and was committed for trial with bail granted.
London reports a Blue Book of dispatches between Venezuela and Great Britain before the ultimatum. President Castro delays replies on British claims, cites Trinidad partiality to revolutionaries, and postpones settlement pending concerns over the Ban Righ vessel. Britain asserts the ship left England and says remonstrances with Castro were futile. Three
Tomorrow's auctions advertise new timber at Next Post Office Parra matta road Petersham at 11 am by G P Baines. The text also claims Frank Smith Draper as the most popular man in Leichhardt offering rare bargains and Co operative Coupons.
The remedy is described as an effective, easily taken and prompt headache cure, with strong assurances of reliability and rapid relief.
An old advertisement urges holiday shoppers to visit the firm of R C Hagan merchant tailor at 129 King Street offering custom made e gui pa suits with guaranteed durability. It also notes April and Steel Pills sold by chemists and Australasia price 44.
Burglars ransacked the Australasian Mortgage and Agency Company at 45 Pitt Street finding scattered papers and a forced iron safe. Small jewellery items and a few coins were stolen with a threatening note left on a sheet of foolscap, written in printed or runic characters and attributed to someone capable.
The Kasuga Maru arrived at Sydney this morning from Yokohama via Porto. After Watsons Bay detention the ship was admitted to pratique and anchored in the stream. Captain Fraser commands the passenger liner, which continues to uphold its reputation. The voyage notes brisk forag business in Japan. NSW aims to boost trade with Japan via a new agent.
The notice lists mail departures from the GPO Sydney to Eden Chili Peru Richmond River Samaral Tasmania Adelaide Clarence River and other destinations. Vessels named Eden South American Aramac Coogee St George and Coolgardie are mentioned with departure times around 9 am 12 am 4 pm 2 45 pm and 7 pm.
The man found in the harbour on Tuesday is Hubert Connors for Prince, 32, a ship's freman residing in George-street North. He was last seen Monday night under liquor influence. A woman admitted to Sydney Hospital with a fractured skull from a College-street fall is identified as Mary James, living with Mrs Flegg of 167 Dowling-street.
City Council accepts Chamber of Commerce offer to present the first link of the Lord Mayor's chain. A. E. Kershaw elected secretary to the NSW Master Builders Association from 73 applicants. Major General Sir Edward Hutson may visit after a West Australia trip.
Love tokens and dainty souvenirs shown by A. Saunders in Sydney offer a vast display of ladies and gents gifts. The shop at 809 to 817 George Street features jewellery, watches, silver sets, leather goods, purses, wallets, and Pebble Specs, marketed as suitable for Xmas presents.
Visitors to the mountains are advised that a few applications of Rose's Celebrated Eye Lotion will relieve bunged eyes. Tourists should carry a bottle and can buy it from H. A. Rose, Dispensing Chemist, 631 George Street, Sydney. Open all night Sundays and holidays. Jam astill Top of the Market.
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