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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 21, 1900
Page
6
In LORDOS on December 19 at 29 pm the Boers are seen wearing streimls engraved with the motto Independence, or Death signaling fierce resolve amid ongoing hostilities.
Fragmentary report from Canton describes the 135 pm front action in South Africa with artillery fire and praise for a contingent. It notes experienced soldiers and a Mint New South unit praised for military qualities while some remain without fighting.
London December 10 1.85 p.m Lieutenant Bete of the New Zealand Rouga Riders conducts a Dereoghen commission in the Royal Garrison ereliere briefing on colonial duties and logistics.
December 18 at 2 20 p m Sultan of Turkey seeks accord among powers to smooth the Mahomadan mission in China and secure influence over the Chinese affairs as tensions rise between Turkey and foreign powers.
London County Council reports revival of 16 measures in the west union Parliament Dill for the taxation ground values. The notice dated December 19 references the London Gosty Centres and ongoing discussions on property value taxation.
London December 19 185 p m Sir J Gor wes Sprign Premier of Cape Colony invites the Duke and estate to a sellvwing that it would saelst In Delicatise of Routh Africs.
London dispatch reports the German Emperor and Admiral Bird in a confused postwar recap. A London correspondent notes missteps during Mediterranean operations and suggests that even tailors across the globe were drawn into the war’s fashionable errors.
London December 18 Speaking yesterday at the Tory conference of the Conservative party, Leni Salisbury stated that the most pressing social issue is the provision of adequate housing for the poor. The housing question stands as essential for civilised living, she argued, urging action by government.
The French Chamber of Deputies discussed the Dreyfus amnesty bill amid theaterlike decor and sharp claims. A key critic argued the telegraph forgery existed while supporters urged open inquiry and faithful foreign ministry conduct.
Read as a quirky report, Lilian Prielow-Wallace leads a speculative confrontation involving actors and a dubbed organization, with playful but cryptic references to Wallace Wilping and a group named "Aineurka" by Wiens.
A District Court case details a dispute over a removal of a blind from a public way. Gerrard’s picture gallery and Backhoe are in focus as the council faces a claim of excessive charges and compensation. The plaintiff’s attorney Mr Walker argued for payment totaling £2 to settle the claim, while defense contends the events and distances involved show damage and liability.
Sir William Lyne moves toward a federal cabinet by seeking cooperation from other premiers. Governor General follows constitutional procedure as Lyne plans a provisional government with himself as premier of the mother state. Talks via wire and letter aim to secure 8.5 representation and cabinet plans, with Melburne reporting no formal reply yet.
In a interview with the Evening News Sir William Lyne said he would resign from the State Premiership after the federal administration forms. He would not retain both offices and expects to retire within weeks post celebrations. The question of a successor dominates circles with John Lee, the Colonial Secretary, favored by some and O Sullivan as another claimant.
An unsigned opinion notes that Governor-General Sir Win Lyne could become federal premier after a party vote ousted Reid. Contributors like Tugald Thomson and Sir Matthew Harris MLA express surprise or lack thereof, while Barton’s past statements are recalled as aligning with a shift against the Reid government. The piece reflects mixed views within political circles.
Mr O Sullivan, representative for Works, argues against Lord Hope tonn's objection and backs Sir William Lyne for federation era leadership. He cites Lyne's administrative capacity and industrial trust, insisting protectionist or free trade paths risk harming agriculture and manufacturing while Lyne would guide a stable federation and labor policy. He predicts Lyne's long tenure and possible Chief Justice or Senate President roles.
Provisional Federal Administration considers where central offices will be housed. Sir William Lyne offers little light, but with him as Premier it is likely the federal government will operate from Sydney. Local offices will be established in Melbourne and Aberdeen, with state-government buildings or private offices rented.
Melbourne critics in The Argus condemn Lord Hopetoun for selecting Sir William Lyne as the first Commonwealth Prime Minister designate. They argue the move disregards public will, favoring constitutional etiquette over popular choice and predicting widespread disappointment among supporters.
The piece praises Mr Barton as a steadfast federalist and key figure in shaping the Australian constitution. It contrasts his state leadership with federal expectations, noting his long service in New South Wales and pivotal influence on the federation movement and the Commonwealth constitution. It questions Governor General's refusal to recognize Barton for the national premiership and defends Barton's qualifications and sacrifice for federation.
An Adelaide opinion piece discusses Sir William Lyne being asked to form the Federal Ministry, noting surprise at Lord Hopetoun summoning Lyne over Barton and uncertainty about other states joining. It records mixed expectations across Armidale and Tumut on Lyne’s move and local congratulatory messages.
Yesterday in Sydney the weather was cool with a strong east wind and overcast skies. Thunderstorms appeared nationwide with many places recording rain and high temperatures listed for numerous towns and districts including Bourke, Cobar, Dubbo, Cootamundra, and Wollongong, among others.
The report outlines variable winds and thundery showers across multiple areas including Victoria Tasmania and New Zealand with showers and stronger gusts inland. Queensland expected sultry heat with storms while New Caledonia remains cloudy with mountain showers. Local towns Armidale Bowral Lithgow Park Hill and others note cooler conditions and strong winds. A separate court note covers Richard Godfrey's case with intoxication and a month of hard labor.
The Blamang steamer of Burns Philp and Company under Captain Wibbing returned to Sydney after visits to Newcastle Bundaberg and Woodlark Island for mining machinery. It later proceeded to the Solomons Guadalcanar and Cap Kapahu Veenkee station carrying cargo and passengers including Mrs Provie Captains Hamilton Reynolds and several others.
The Railway Commissioners weigh lowering Newcastle fares during celebrations by chartering the Mokola steamer to carry 1000 to 1300 deck passengers. The Teaser would depart Newcastle at 5 am January 1, reach Sydney by morning, depart midnight, and return daylight Wednesday. The move aims to ease northern line congestion though charter costs fall on the vessel owners. Armidale notes large Commonwealth celebration excursion plans with bands and volunteers. West Maitland reports sub-constables and mounted troops to Sydney for the Commonwealth display.
A large deputation of leaseholders from the Waterlooms Alexandria districts met the Premier to press for relief from land tax. George Anderson M L A led the group praising Sir William Lyne as a new honor. The protest noted that courts interpret the act contrary to Parliament, causing leaseholders to pay tax despite small holdings and risking forfeiture of homes. Lyne urged no new regulation and proposed tax funds go directly to the government.
In bankruptcy voluntary sequestrations proceed listing Frank Victor O'Hara of Winbeschatreéet Rowelle laperer and Michael Fenwick of Sreadmeadow-road Brod meadow groom with official assignee Mr N S Liblin and Alfred Edward Weir of Broken Hall plumber Mr L T Lloyd official assignee involved in proceedings.
Armidale residents condemn the local water as unfit for human consumption. The officials note the supply is worse than when the works were built by the Government two years ago and call for proper filtration beds to be constructed.
Troopers Geo Lye of Tamworth and Walsh of Noodie, battered by shots and shells on the return from the front, were greeted by friends as they rode through town. Lye suffers serious internal injuries needing operation while Walsh sustained multiple wounds including a left arm and shrapnel injuries. a horse fell with a rider, breaking a leg, yet the survivor remains fighting.
Shipping notices list vessels including Rosedale arrivals on November 30 with 350 tons, Captain Fornes aboard Tron Port sacauarie and Nic 1 Agena from Hobart. Departures projected December 3 include Aurora for Newvastie and Hedra ish for the Musing River, with various vessels bound for Honolulu and Melbourne and other ports. cargoes and captaincies named.
In Sydney and across Australia, wheat prices trend quiet as crop reductions loom. Reports from leading producers like Canada and France signal potential price rises, with Australian stockpiles and Tasmanian supplies noted. Prices for bread wheat, flour, bran, oats, and dairy products are listed, highlighting trade activity and expectations for future arrivals and market strength.
An OCR fragment lists prices and names for fruits and vegetables with many garbled terms. It mentions items like apples lemons peaches cherries pears and coconuts, with varied per unit or per quantity pricing and several unreadable spellings and inconsistent units.
The report notes a slight improvement in chaff demand with prices largely unchanged. Prices ranged for various chaff and seed grades, with interior goods quiet and market activity centered on specific consignments and buyers.
Fragmented text lists numerous names and codes such as Dourke Merpeth 4677 and Windsor 4145 with odd annotations. It resembles an archival livestock or shipment ledger with scattered quantities and identifiers, including ewe references and place names, but lacks coherent narrative or clear events.
The Sydney wool sale report details large consignments from Clark and Company and Wright and Abutt with hundreds of bales listed. It notes high quality wool with varied bale counts and prices, highlighting regional demand across New South Wales towns from Murwillumbah to Cowra and Junee.
Police held a suspect under guard as a ringleader named White Cenatsine Wallin faced charges after a violent incident described as the Sack of the Dead. Jarkeon war samacet and others were treated. Grover pleaded guilty to crimes and was sentenced to prison with a possible nine year term.
A damaged notice describes multiple parcels and buildings offered for sale at auction. It mentions frontages on a new road, a Glenmore area, and roads near South West road, listing years of lease and ground rent figures, with final sums around £150 to £245. The garbled text includes names, parcels, and dates, but specifics are unclear.
Reported bush fires ravaged the region causing destruction across homes and farms. Authorities and residents coordinated efforts to contain the spread while weather and dust storms hampered response. several properties were damaged or destroyed and local roads faced closures.
A garbled dispatch details a government official, ship captains, and witnesses in a court-related scene. It mentions December travel, a ship named Zralastas, a witness named Helen Cane, and a reference to Chinese nationals and a federal election. The text is fragmentary and hard to parse.
A fragmented report describes varied market activity with references to Lacium chobed the weak, Turkish markets, and Cheage arap foiloes, along with mentions of Adelaide, Melbourne, and Sydney trading centers. It notes currency and commodity shifts, the impact on local businesses, and ongoing price movements across multiple firms and exchanges.
Report details a car incident involving Lin Gedy and Buse Tower, with mention of a 2b pm time and traffic conditions. Police or local authorities are noted as responding, as witnesses described chaotic driving and near collisions near the Arfortaine area.
A garbled notice from Thurstan Whet Wattlant regarding Greta Colliery disas tem describes a distant event five miles from a detector area. It mentions safety measures, potential workers affected, and district employment implications amid unclear details.
Fragmented report describes a Dudley district dispute involving Hewcartle and the Dudley colony. The narrative mentions a committee or council weighing issues, potential payments to winners, and a mineral gold-related settlement. Financial figures and attendees are unclear due to damaged OCR. The piece references a public hearing or beard and a theater in Weespert with Helen Dyers noted.
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