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Newspaper

Sydney Evening News

Location

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Dec 20, 1907

Page

9

Australians Triumph After Harrowing Test On The Pitch

The crowd roared as Australia held firm against a relentless attack, two men stood out for their courage and skill guiding the side to a dramatic victory. The intense match produced a record spectacle with cheers ringing near the pavilion and the nation’s players earning lasting admiration.

Avery O Myayen Beth Tewarte Hham Tor Tony Lime M Asives Heavey Australia

Cable News Update Fragment

Fragmentary late cable news item received this morning shows unreadable text and missing details.

Imperial Defence Debate In London

London debates on imperial defence feature Commonwealth representative Writing-Ourtain Owl Us replying to Daily Graphic criticisms. He argues Australia never waived responsibility to uphold general defence of the Empire and supported citizen training for Empire protection.

London Commonwealth Daily Graphic Australia

Milner Voices Risk in United Empire Story

In London at the United Empire Club Lord Milner warned that widespread education could force the democracies of member states to surrender freedom. He argued union preservation requires strong central authority to shield the empire from internal fragility.

London Lord Afteer United Empire Lord Milner Sloo

Bank Failure Reported After Cashier's Action in Attleboro

A London Thursday report states that The Jewellers National Bank at Attleboro closed following the cashier's self-inflicted action. Deposits amounted to £600,000. The incident is described as a cashier's death by his own act amid the bank's collapse.

London Jewellers National Bank Attleboro Warendhmantis Thy Bank

Capital question dominates as debate stalls reforms

The article reviews ongoing wrangling over the Australian Capital issue. It notes Mr Wade and Mr Deakin in correspondence, with Deakin resisting promises to move Parliament toward a constitutional update. Melbourne remains the de facto capital, seeking a semi permanent status despite lack of official confirmation.

Commonwealth Wade Deakin Trun Deakla Deatim Commonwesis Avetralia Melbourne TDIA Mr. Wade

The Metal Market Slump Hits Broken Hill

The text outlines a severe downturn in metal prices dragging down employment at Broken Hill. Lead and other metals fall, causing mass layoffs. copper, tin, and silver struggle while coal steadies and miners seek work elsewhere. The piece links global panic and economic cycles to the local mining crisis.

Broken Hill Baia Regan Lithgow Lfe Coal Tron United States America Optaina Intel Mum

Eskbank Ironworks dispute ends with government backing

The Exklmuis Ironwerke controversy closes as public interest supports continued operation. Sandford’s efforts at Lithgow are praised, while G and C Hobkina take charge to develop the center, promising expanded output for Commonwealth industries and railway contracts.

Exklmuis Ironwerke Ims Ike Iro Commonwealth Sandford Lithgow Messry, G C. Hobkina Pirtaburg

Notes on a Great Cricket Match Muddled by Errors

Fragmented reminiscence discusses the England vs Australia cricket test with garbled wording. It hints at a surprising result and mentions observers and players, but the readable text is too incomplete to identify precise events, dates, or names. The piece reads like a stray notebook note from a periodical page.

England Australia Sireaiy Regertet Aa Tome Mmm Uetar- Cole Owerans

Bishop Dumve Urges Women’s Education Beyond Cuisine

The Good Wife controversy centers on Bathurst Bishop Dumve who advocates teaching plain sewing, economy, and household management as essential for women. He decries superficial arts and argues true elevation comes from missionary aims for women, contrasting wives chosen for virtue with those who focus on conversations about arts and fashion.

Dumve Bathurst Hin Ezeen Lal Iself Primrose

Robbery at Witwatersrand Mine Chase in Johannesburg

Two oMolals of the Witwatertrand Mine were conveying gold to Johannesburg when pursued by two motorized assailants. The attackers armed with revolvers opened fire. one motorist was shot and captured later, while the other escaped.

London Witwatertrand Johanneabure

Bar Silver Quotations Rise in London Market

London exchange notes silver at 11 184d per ounce, up 74 from yesterday. Market watchers record the shift as a notable gain, with prices holding into Thursday evening trading.

London

London Poor Scholars Feed Plan Defeated by Progressives

London officials scotched a Progressives proposal to fund feeding poor scholars at public expense after a late council meeting. The Modureing on the London County Council opposed extending the act to cover meals, keeping current arrangements intact.

London London County Cimell

Port Arthur and Dalny Surrender Terms Debated

In a court martial on the surrender of Port Arthur, General Kure Kaikia argued that the creation of Dalny lowered Port Arthur’s value and tied retrocession to China paying 25 million pounds plus concessions to Northern Manchuria. He noted despite approval by Count Lamsdorff and M. de Pleske the plan failed due to Russia’s belief in victory.

London Lata Port Arthur Kure Kaikia Dalny China Manchuria I Telgm Count Lamsdorff M. de Ples

Alderman Fined for Cruelty to Cow at Camden Court

At Camden Police Court before Mr Jamelton alderman Murray Shels of Camden faced cruelty to animals charges for flogging a cow. Witnesses for the defense argued absence of evidence. the defendant admitted using a whip on the cow to drive it into his yard. Sheels was found guilty and fined ten shillings, with a 24 hour default.

Camden Jamelton Pollen Magistrark Thosas Murray Shels Grazier Conaable Boezing . Com Evilence Elven Flemming Jobo Cranfield Wilem Cranfeld Ingila Hay Shiela

Fair Helen opera copyright case before Chief Judge

The opera Fair Helen and the suit of Chappell and Company versus Annie Morrison were discussed at the inquiry morning. The plaintiff claims infringement of a registered musical composition and seeks an injunction to prevent printing selling or distributing copies and to recover copies in Morrison's possession. The case was adjourned to a hearing in circuit court.

Chappell and Company Limiind Annie Morrison Broughassirse Darlinghurst Hquiry Jr A. HE. Binspson BR. K Manning Messrs John Williamson Soma Platoflf Company Noble New London England Ihae Charles Lamb Kenney Paris Piaintitte Aino Corma Fremont Eitin

Repeal of Stamp Duties and Financial Impact

Parliament passes repeal of stamp duties on negotiable instruments, promissory notes, drafts, checks, and receipts. Stamps to be cancelled on face value with a 24 percent discount refund for documents. Revenue loss estimated at £134,000 with £60,000 on cheques and £80,000 on receipts, plus £20,000 on bills of exchange.

Valuy Lena Exchange P.m

Auction Sale Notice from Fay Advertisements Page

A fragment from Fay advertisements page 12 notes an auction by Horning Company with items including Beevi tk Batata Cosqee and Sipam. Desember Xi is listed as the event date, indicating a December sale by the Horning company.

Fay Dant Beevitk Batata Cosqee Arian Growad Sipam Aturday Desember Xi Ih W Horning Apé Compann

Tamworth Floods Surge Amid Rising Water

Flood conditions persist in Tamworth as water begins subsiding slowly. Reports note rapid river levels, with the Pret River rising to near four feet and municipal dykes largely unable to contain the deluge. A Chinese farmer was rescued after his home flooded, while other residents faced property damage. authorities report ongoing assessments and weather relief efforts.

Tamworth Meuwlndha Cainid Cafeie Reesei

Two Sovereign Remedins Pie Pee Pas

Fragmentary note appears to reference a singular memorial event or phrase with unclear meaning and missing context. No identifiable persons or organizations are clearly stated in the readable text.

Saturday Afternoon Excursions Notice Fragments

Fragmentary OCR notes show a Saturday afternoon excursion topic with unclear destinations and limited legible details. Readers should consult the original page for precise locations times and participant names if available.

Fairly Conceited Man and a Cursed Moustache Trial

In a divorce case Judge Howe discussed if the husband’s desertion and alleged adultery justified separation. The court considered whether the wife wilfully separated and whether adultery occurred, noting the husband admitted the marital breach but the judge reserved decision on doctrine and remedies. The ruling eventually addressed alimony and the need for separation to terminate the marriage.

Justion Sienpaon Hannah Alexsoder Mar Marriags Boule ‘Alexander Mosyrs Norjom Camaur Petisieowrs Jumve Morea Winderer Shaw Dora Althowgh Dudeon Juntice Windnyar Bern Wimset Alexander Petrie Court Rhawens Andan

Engine failure blocks train near St. Palery this morning

An engine failure halted the A-train near Eeshimevii in the T48 line, with the Hurstrike service delayed about 20 minutes at St. Palery. Officials reported the incident this morning and began repairs to restore normal operations.

Aothe Eeshimevii Hurstrike St. Palery

Hart's Café and Sydney Station Christmas notices

An old time listing discusses Hart's Café and railway connections at Sydney Town, with references to Christmas events, mortality among cattle in Miawalibeonk, and stock eating Kentucky blues. It mentions Lt. H. S. Waets of the Grenadier Guards, a steamer Fowler weather permitting, and Christmas illuminations to continue each evening during the festive period.

Deerest Reilway Cats Sydney Taltwes Monty Trineme Christmas Miawalibeonk Dublin Amm Sydney H. S. Waets Grenadiar Goarts Ryomtty Fodi & Temimental Newensiie Hawkesbury Cowes Raeegs Beat Circe Quay Electric Eds Tee Chriatmas Tess Mya

Rose's Celebrated Eye Totion Item

An archival notice describes a celebrated eye remedy or lotion linked to Rose, noting its popularity and prompts readers to consider its uses and claims, reflecting period trust in tonics and patent medicines.

Maritime Mixes and Meandering Notes From a Turbulent Era

A dense, fragmented OCR fragment surveys maritime and coastal topics, trade routes, ships, ports, and repeated mentions of places like Melbourne, Adelaide, and Antwerp. The piece references various vessels, markets, weather, and industry buzz, weaving a broad, period tone with scattered names and events.

Football Riot At Pree Matin Oval Cause Charges

A chaotic football incident at Pree Matin Oval led to police charging nearly 50 players and officials amid on field clashes between Harwood and Mar Fatamin teams. The event disrupted play and prompted protective action by authorities.

Chatwetinn Ube Preematin Oval Bar Rarkere Harwood Mar Burwood

Lowe's Men's Stores for Ready to Wear and Beehive Line

Lowe's Men’s Stores announces growth in wearing apparel with a focus on ready to wear clothing and the Beehive brand. The retailer highlights its fall offerings and bespoke department, aiming to attract urban customers with new fashion lines and promotions.

Géore Ford Lowe's Slay Imeg

Death at Cecil Park in Mysterious Circumstances

A report from Cecil Park notes a strangled body found in pajamas near a yard. Police investigators work to identify the deceased as the district court gathers details and awaits autopsy results.

Cecil Park Baeerd Lande Department Tibrag Sae Peale Sales Istrict Puumed & Ar Lohan Ann

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