Chatswood Water Supply Crisis Described in Local Report
A Chatswood resident reports extreme water shortage with only two functioning houses and water coming from the Willoughby main. Residents note tainted water rumors and a public relief effort, while the Water and Sewerage Board extends mains and distributes supplies to drought sufferers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chatswood
Wabroonga
Wileb
Water and Sewerage Board
Nori Sydney
Willoughby
Sal
Mieng Tihanke
North
Ue Leonards
Water Supply Strain Prompts Board Action and Depute Shows
The Water and Sewerage Board faced a crisis as faulty mains affected Willoughby and surrounding areas. Deputations from Willoughby Council pressed for rapid repairs and new water arrangements to ease shortages. Officials discussed diverting sources to bring in adequate supply to high-demand districts and coordinating with railway authorities for hydrant access and storage.
Water shortages spark council debate on pumping and levels
The interview with Mr Howarth and statements from North Sydney officials revealed a push to investigate the real causes of water and sewer issues. Widespread abnormal consumption was cited as a factor raising daily water use to 26 million gallons, with calls for immediate measures to restore supply.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howarth
Mjoayalo
North Sydney
Primien
Iywan
Wali and Sewerwen Board
Thal Worming
Maisatia
Cirpulativy
Romalasion
Ryde
Davis
Piles Inter
Water and Beverage Board
Deglaing McHie
Fire risk rises as Bres pursues relief amid urban tension
Amid recent unrest Bres faces a rising fire risk as authorities debate rapid water supply and pumping options. A Freman expresses uneasy doubt about timely fire control, noting a nearby dwelling once burned and a similar home’s destruction.
Bush fires threaten homes in NSW suburbs
A bush fire near Wabroonga scorched about 20 acres of grass and endangered several buildings including Mr Kilgour’s residence. An emergency response organized by residents helped prevent loss of property. Another blaze at Roseville and a large fire at George’s Head drew crews from the M F B and Submarine Miners, using extensive hose work and water supply to control flames.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roseville
North Sydney Hall
Buswell
Worth Sydney
M.fb
George's Head
Lee
Testing the Guns Aboard German Vessel amid Explosion
A damaged report describes an explosion near a German steamer with a crewman shouting Six bells and later noting the time as near 11 o clock. The navigation department officer questions the timing while the crew consults the mate about orders and duties aboard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Navigation Department
Broken Seals Stir Sea Law Debate in Parliament
Mr Hughes M P for West Bydner told an Evening News reporter that breaking of seals on ships is under Commonwealth control. He cited Customs Act sections, noted U S recognition, and argued the law applies beyond twelve miles while urging fair competition for local carriers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. M. Hughes
West Bydner
Scala
Yeasels
Yestedas
Hughes
Wener
Weber
Commonwealth Bay
Melbourne
Winer
United Sites of America
Lieduw
Nefarsienera
Cimmonsorsith
Chamberlain
Holtie
Great Britain
Adel Vidate
N.D.L
Commonwealth
Shif Discharging Triggers New Case Report
Dispatches indicate the NDT wharf reported discharge activity aboard the Prine Tugent Luitpold. Officials delay provoked criticism from the Venetians, with Weber Lahmany and Ca awaiting reply to their communications regarding the Minor Regent Luitpold. A telegram from Fremantle says the G M S Neckar was detained at Fremantle, with the captain accused of breaking the act between Adelaide and the West Australian coast.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
NDT
Ark
Venelanses
Meesrs
Weber
Lahmany
Luitpold
Yeeteey
Fremantle
M.S. Neckar
Kdule Ward Pound
Debulf
Adelaide
Street Sweepers Strike Settled After Talks
The strike of street sweepers in the city ended after talks led by Mr Gordon sub director of street cleansing. Fourteen workers returned to duty by afternoon with only a few dismissed for unspecified reasons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Underston
Ian
Toorath
Loemiter
Gordon
Amie
U. R
Rumor of Two Million Loan Sparks Cable News
A morning report claims New Zealand floated a two million loan and a two million pound loan was priced, prompting Dr. W. Wagg Sehtocied to deny the statements. He called the rumor incomprehensible and said no loan of a million pounds is placed or planned for the foreseeable future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Zealand
Walea
Atlil
Wags
News
Suen
Waddell
Homebush Sale Reflects Mixed Quality and Lower Prices
The 1228 cattle yarded at Homebush showed generally good quality with prime heavy bulls and cows. prices were lower as buyers attended in force. Sheep numbers reached 41 343 with early prices down but improving later, especially for prime merinos. Lambs sold well though some forms lagged. Alexandria and Ashfield councils plan to urge the Premier to include beardings in the city bill amendments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Homebush
Thoreday
Alexandria
Ashfield
Collision Between Woy Woy Steamer and Jenny Wren Yacht
An inquiry in Sydney Harbor found the Woy Woy steamer, owned by Charles Stephenson, at fault for a collision with the yacht Jenny Wren, owned by Richart Old. The court held master Denis O’Brien responsible for failing to observe navigation regulations. no serious damage occurred.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney Harbor
Charles Stephenson
Princes-street
Denny Wren
Richart Old
Marine Court
Judge Backhouse
H. Withersyooo
Mark Breach
Charles Taylor
Asmescars
Cargill
Croont
Ofice
Sydney Cove
Clontarf
Circular Quay
Fort Macquarie
Ball’ Head
Case Baulod
WMS
Royal Arthur
Hutt
Kirrt- Mnt
Jeany Wren
Wimech
Jenny Wren
Enitace
Denis O'Brien
Kurrajong Railway Bridge Plan Backed by Minister
The Kurrajong area signals a plan to replace a road with a railway bridge over the Hiewkrebury. Minister for Works asserts the bridge will be strong enough for rail use and promises an exploration survey and cabinet submission.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kurrajong
MY. H. Hall
Mila
Fitnpatrick
Jessep
Donaldson
Richards
Waleh
Uris
Hiewkrebury
iKurrajomg
Randwick Litre Bay Tramway Opens to Public
Mr O Sullivan officially opened the Randwick to Litre Bay tramline with a party of parliamentarians led by Mr Dacey and tramway supervisor Mr Knoeshaw. The opening ceremony followed a reception at the Cocre Hoapital where public trade began. O Sullivan predicted growth in local patronage and an improved return on investment for 1900.
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Randwick
Litre Bay
Worts
O'Sulivan
Bay Jay
Dacey
Knoeshaw
Tramway
Pary Baying
Fie Cocre Hoapital
O'Sullivan
Tramway Earnings Rise in Weekly Report
The railway authorities report increased weekly earnings with a total of £702 compared with prior figures. The train service shows gains as ridership grows and the earnings reflect improved performance, despite minor variations across routes.
Wool market ends half year with slim sale in Sydney
The Sydney wool sale closed a quiet half year with nearly 100 bales catalogued and 1599 noted pieces. top price paid was for Burrowa over 10d. The Barwon Vale clip topped the Australian market for coarse wool, while total offerings this season approached 200,000 bales with about 263,000 sold.
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Ailea
S22
Winracombe
Garson
Winchcombe, Caron, and Company
Valre
Yass
Barwon Vale
St Walzer
Wright
Abbott
Borauy
Temora Inquest Opens Over Bridget Skety Death
A inquest reviewed the death of Bridget Skety who ended her life by jumping into an underground tank at the Queenslami Hotel on Tuesday night. Witnesses offered no reasons for the act. A note reportedly warned she would be found in the tank, and her clothes were recovered near the tank door.
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Temors
Bridget Skety
Queenslami Hotel
Waler
Nemelf
Cobar-Wilmannia Railway Bill Faces Third Reading
In Wilcannia Priday measures show the Cobar-Wilmanna Railway Bill failing its third reading in the Upper House. Opponents argue Glasgow cost links drive the defeat. Rejection would shock Ada district mining plans. Aldermen Meagher Barlow and Fitzgibbon speak at a year end demonstration in Chippendale to push proportional wart expenditure.
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Wilcannia
Priday
Cobsr-Wheenals
Newcastle
DML
Ada
Meagher
Barlow
Fizgéeala
Torly
Chippendale
Local Progress Association
Mining and related bills in state parliament debated
The Mining Laws Further Amendment Bill was read first time amid criticism of haste and a new taxation proposal. The Stock Diseases Bill passed its third reading and returned to the Assembly. The Scaffolding and Lifts Bill progressed, to be recast next session. The Coal Mines Regulation Bill lapsed after a voting defeat. Members paid tribute on adjournment to Presiding officers and lamented an absent member, with the House adjourning at 2 40 pm.
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Daugat
Stanken
Legislative Assembly
Suttor
Suttor Wyven
Athcorn
H.C. Dungar
T| Oller
Balter
John Lackey
Lemily
Congowee
Mumphery
Wr. Sullof
Foo
Gona
Minge
Pope
O'Conor
Mr. Kidd
Sre
Sullivan
Sours
Sours Sy t= they wire below the retablishmen. Ms. SER
Higa
Wanda
Winchcombe
Bill
See
Bull
Pyther
Bertas
Ie Ocomnor
Burld
Apiaten
Or'k
Beis
Hold
Mary
Sabina
New South Wales
Fitzpatrick
Belhovinet
Cwkeelty
New South
Howe
Ubeleer
Amerella
Myles
Barwon
Ipwale
New Soid Wales
Dicis
Crick
Wan Pooper
Dc Te Fitzpatrick
Aseti Lian
BG Oconun
Lalister
aMinu Asyuies
Asuton
Joop Yay Woo
Langlin Ea Mel
Connor
Ube
Miniver
Saw
Jeg
McOwrs
Carmen
Mpgowen
Air Amuir
Cooma
Spraker
Ceterrace
Care Purherd
Labor Party
Suller
Lair Town
New Zealand Finance and Federal Capital Debate in Parliament
In the legislative session Premier and ministers discuss a loan matter and a proposed New Law in Wales. Members debate the capital site for the Federal government, potential referendums, and the role of the Federal Parliament while considering the costs and powers involved.
Debate on Commonwealth Government Seat and NSW role
In the parliament discussion the Commonwealth seat of government and the place of New South Wales were debated. Speakers including Mr OConner and Mr Fitzpatrick defended or attacked proposals on federal power and the temporary government arrangement while others pressed for adjustments before landmark constitutional changes. The session featured cross-party debate, interruptions, and tributes to parliamentary figures.
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Brunker
See
Araes
Vaziane Lotio
Juilleuve Fantunin
Eli-Bombaia
Low
Thay
Dex
Ah Levy
Mr. Levy
Mr. See
Victoria
Mr . Fitzpatrick
Sre
Pitteen
New South Wales
Miss Burvett and Others Charged with Breaking and Entering
A local court report details charges against Mira Allee Sydney Barrett and others for breaking and entering premises on the Vth instast. Items stolen include a packets clearetion, a set of arales, and money. defendants deny the allegations as the board of experts debates project funding and private enterprise involvement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Redlers
Cours
Webarer
Louise Nhigeo
Michael M'Namara
Newessile
Opiniog
Ebige
Sydney
Sirtey
Eulmlay
Neweast
Pumretisa Ree Roan NedCy Nien Nimpenerret
Fragmentary text shows unreadable OCR with letters and codes. No clear individuals places or events are identifiable for a factual summary.
Fires In The Country Cause Widespread Damage
The report details extensive house and property damage from a series of fires across rural areas. Several estates and farms suffer partial or total losses, with workers and residents evacuating as flames spread.
Unclear OCR History Note with Names and Places
Fragmented text details a historical crime case, a railway fatality, and court actions. Mentions Geer Turnbull and a Paris meet, plus a municipal meeting and a vigil for victims. Includes scattered names, dates, locations, and public notices.
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Chatswood Water Supply
Nuria Bydney
Alieania
Willoughby Cousiel
BC Ludfet
Wasrouse
Omar
aMdenan Willis
Meo
Wedo
Sir AL A. Gilder
Bir
JY. Toohey
Phir
Rupield Whyte Board
Twliy
Inter
Rientd
Hauerness
Meansle
Ubervauieal
Mr. Garraed
Prikiy
Wahroonga
Firragby
Sfilson's
Aghayve Dangle
A.freman
Wiliouraby
Martin
MR. Hughes
M.P
Little Bay
Sydney Wool Sales
Temora
Cobar-Wilmannia Railway
State Parliament
Legislative Council
Wales
Autornamient
Aaron
Air Lee
Perard
Gulley
Meare
Tay
Opporicion
sLaoluie
LBC
Ates Ube
Atin Pielon
Arh
Greleets
Uip
J Pitegatrich
Dujiha
Burvett
Mira Allee
Sydney Barrett
Elven Riveleal
Geergie
Une Fca
Tall
Pleoarreet
Merseyie
Hale
Steer
Aedale
Rome
Azer
Hess
Ayer
Pontine
Paul
Lewes Mae
Tepteyn
Tie Estate
Garner
Beir Gripery al Waren
Py. Beamenies
Reas Varnes
Ermere Bony
TM. Marys
al Bret
Pete Ately
Jan Caries
Bern
Lorvily Hueweay
Lee Levers
Sremseony
Paris
Hanes
Geer Turnbull
Reewet
Lee Marronburram
Ielunine
Waliuizes
Ascis
Seopasat
Hardors
Radway
Drrnet
Sidsay
Aamsine
Miller's Pwitt
Letchtartt
Dalal
Oneesstreet
Alartay
Benisy Eryalags
Altres Farwa
Audiumem
Reeulerty
Bere
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