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Newspaper

Sydney Evening News

Location

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Dec 20, 1907

Page

10

Peterborough-Sphene Collision Report From Inquiry

A chaotic account of a maritime collision involving the Peterborough and Sphene ships is recounted. The inquiry before Autamy Clarriet Court examines the crew actions, vessel movements, and resulting damage, with testimonies from Captain Henry Witherennes and others about the incident near Sydney and subsequent events at sea.

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Peter Pan AmericaniSed Canadian Resentment

Fragmented, error ridden summary suggests a debate over an Americanized Peter Pan version. It notes Canadian backlash and potential shifts in national sentiment, mentioning British and American tones, cultural clashes, and calls to rename an organization or work to reflect new identity.

Waters of Babylon and Turkish irrigation plans described

A long, garbled OCR piece details upheavals over rivers in Asia Minor, noting the Euphrates, Hindiyeh Canal, and plans to divide river waters. It mentions Turkish water use, irrigation projects with a French engineer, and expected effects on rice lands and agriculture. The text references political action by the Turkish government and prior flood or drought conditions.

Orin Turkey Avid Bas &Vakenet Esreanean Cejaseay Aeas Euphrates Atlacrs Tha Turkiah Hindiyeh

Water Main Burst Disrupts University Paddock Area

A 386 inch water main ruptured through the University Paddock this afternoon. Large volumes of water sprayed into the air and earth around the main was washed away. The Water and Sewerage Department was alerted and moved quickly to isolate the supply and begin repairs.

Water and Separaee Orang

Death of a Kiama Pioneer in Kiama

Obituary notes the death of James Calley, a Kiama pioneer born in 1813 in County Antrim Ireland. He settled in Kiama decades ago and lived there until his passing leaving a large family and several descendants.

KIAMA Frigay Pines Jane Celiey County Autren Ireland Calley

Melbourne Surgery Scandal Case Progress Report

Fragmentary testimony outlines the case involving Chartes pushing Wallace seeking dissolution of a furriase and notes continued proceedings before the Chief Justice. The record references Dr. Aisne, a noted medical practitioner, and details events around December and January including witness accounts of Mrs Wallace, travel to and from the surgery, and various times and places in Melbourne.

Melbourne Chartes Wallace Ryty Bota Wallace Amdiary Meaty Liverpool Louckerory Laryan Wallace Bay- Tog Wlacence Weber Cbent Quariarpask Lady Waa Shea Wwatlage Waltaen Opera Hoese Leius

Special Mining Court in Newcastle Hears Ravilling and Mate Selection

Friday session of the Special Mining Court in Newcastle heard representations from the Colliery Pro Printers' Association and the Miners' Federation on ravilling and mate selection in the Teratha district. The court adjourned at 1 pm, resumed at 2 pm, and could not reach a decision. A further hearing is set for January 5 to rule on miners' claims for ravilling and right to home working tests in the Toralbs district, in line with northern mining centres. The afternoon train carried the verdict back to Sydney.

Newcastle Kelynack Toralbs Sydney

Acting Registrar in Bankpry Named for Bankruptcy Court

Mr. F. H. Islanbury was appointed Acting Registrar of the Bankruptcy Court and took the bench amid a large turnout of legal professionals. Sir Shand praised the public and profession, noting the new appointee’s strong legal knowledge and his notable work on the Bathram ract and Dill Of Sale. The appointment lasts two weeks with hopes for a permanent posting at month’s end.

F. H. Islanbury Baptister Me. Shand, KC Arthur Heney Salusbury Sale New South Wales Salsbury Salnsbury Shand Wade

East Sydney carnival to showcase Gore family divers

The East Sydney Swimming Club plans a championship carnival on the 28th featuring the Gore family divers and trick swimmers. Exhibition of the Gore family, 109 yards and 209 yards East Sydney events, diving and handicaps set, with facilities for spectators and baths for competitors.

Garches Rasgwirk Blac Antonia Parcehan Gore East Sydney

The Architect's Plight Seeks Relief From Husband

Emily Ellen Sherbey petitioned for judicial separation from Albert Edward Sherbey after marrying in July 1894. She testified to alleged admissions and improper behavior at Ridge Street, North Sydney. A decree nisi was granted with movability to absolute in six months.

Emily Ellen Sherbey Albert Edward Sherbey W. A. Winemcyer Neutral Bay Hidge-street North Sydney Abe Hag Aren Ber Hbr Ridge-street

The Chemists Carving Knife Divorce Case

Erma Winifred Ludlow formerly Haskell of Cook's Hill Sewcastle seeks a divorce from Arthur Augustuat Ludlow chemist on grounds of drunkenness and cruelty. She married in November 1887 and describes his quarrels and threats with liquor. Decree nisi granted to be moved in six months.

Erma Winifred Ludlow Haskell Cook's Hill Sewcastle Justice Simpsom Arthur Augustuat Ludlow Cowan B. Keith Cohen Messrs

Arbitral Court rules on Laundry Employers Award in Sydney

The arbitral court reserved decision on the common rule for all managing proprietors of laundries in Sydney and suburbs. It sets hours and payment rules, exempts some operators, and directs reference to a registrar for disputes. The decision impacts employers, employees, and charity laundry work in the metropolitan area.

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South Coast Mines Seek Higher Tipping Rates

Special meeting of delegates from Colliery Employees Association met in Wollongong to consider motions from lodge groups Nority Clifton, Sine Kembla, and Mount Morgan lodges urging an advance in tipping rates to 62 per ton, applied to South Coast mines.

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Killarney Estate Reported Resumption Detected

Fragmented OCR notes indicate a reported resumption at Killarney Estate, with government steps expected soon. The text references Tamworth and Tamworth area details, mentioning Kilareey Estate and related parcels.

Killarney Estate

Odd Wedding Gossip From A Fragmented Notice

A garbled OCR note hints at a wedding or social event with names like Meuse Chasiblen and Ree Unpe. The text mixes scattered details about a marriage shower and hosted events, mentioning months and people in a blurred, nonstandard fashion.

Mabs Charlotte Tyrmarty Brett Ani Howe Rey Detsmandd

Domestic tragedy in Walton Hills inquest into death of young woman

Acting City Coroner held an inquest into the death of a young woman named Lela Williams found in Walton Hills. Evidence showed she had been drinking and was seen near water before going missing, later found dead. verdict returned accidental death. The Lazy Minstrel at Her Liberty’s Theatre closed soon after with production of The Tales of Gatranburg.

Wiliams Wasneaient Urey Hills Morrieal

Commercial Travellers Association Annual Report Details

The Commercial Travellers Association reports 45 members during the year with total receipts and expenditures, listing officers and committees. The note mentions plans for a multi-storey building near Castlereagh and Glebe, plus appointments and annual meeting items. Members named include Jann Waltape, W Baeren, Harty Delnorr, W Weitkart, and J P Verno, among others.

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Fragmented OCR Text From Obscure Page Items

A garbled OCR fragment references multiple names and places with no clear cohesive event. The text includes scattered terms like SEMANA FRG HW RATAN, Beha, Be sadi, and Pilla Net, lacking coherent context or identifiable figures to summarize into a definite news item.

Semana Ratan Yosuare Vorter Ant Comaare Seelam

Gentlemen's Canes in Silver Gold or Leather

Gift grocer offers elegant gentleman canes in silver gold or leather oyster newent design popular for Christmas presents priced from 21 shillings to 61 shillings each.

The Floating Mine and Its World War Tactics

A historical overview details early mine warfare and explosive devices used at sea. It discusses submarine and torpedo tricks, mine design, triggering methods, and the strategic impact on naval engagements, including references to British, French, and Russian actions and notable admirals.

Cricket matches for tomorrow in October region

The fragmentary OCR lists numerous names and places, referencing cricket matches for tomorrow. It mentions various teams, venues, and players in a disjointed, garbled layout with many misread terms, showing no clear results or schedule.

Reading of "Too Late for Classification" Ad Page

Advertisement note indicates a reading titled Too Late for Classification appears on page 6y. It provides minimal detail about content, author, or venue and suggests scanning the page for full context and listing. The line hints at a classification issue or humorous mislabeling common to the period's ad section.

Runaway bus foiled by passerby in Woonahra chase

In the thin morning a runaway bus between Padtington and Savion was pursued by two bored travelers who jumped on in Donkson street. They fled toward Point Piper road, but James Larter, a troubadour employed by J. G. Kub Ter of Cowper-ette, Waverley, intervened, bringing the pair to a standstill without causing damage or injuries to Deon.

Padtington Allway Savion Donkson-street Woonahra Point Piper-road Ocean-street Woodlatra Connell Chambers James Larter J. G. Kub Ter Cowper-ette Waverley

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