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Newspaper

Sydney Evening News

Location

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Dec 22, 1903

Page

4

Referendum Vote Signals Reform Tone in New South Wales

Early results show a strong swing toward reduction of Legislative members, with about a hundred thousand votes counted in favor. The reform party claims backing from public opinion and notes the Bow Minister and Parliament may not reflect popular will as voters approve trimming the chamber to ninety members. The government faces pressure to implement redistricting and finalize the reduced assembly size.

New South Wales Party of Reform Abus Curio Gether See

Opposition to a Parliament reduction and its risks

The piece argues against reducing parliamentary membership, accusing the Labour Ministry and Labour Party of obstructing the referendum. It warns electors to watch the Legislative Assembly and its handling of the issue, suggesting a danger to parliamentary power and the public’s voice in the process.

Justice and punishment options in Changryi incident

Fragmentary report discusses potential punishment for Changryi and Chang-yu in a mining dispute. It notes Feb dates, possible boiling oil punishment, and uncertainty over trial outcomes and who bears responsibility, with references to authorities and adversaries.

Changryi Talewlan Chang-yu Changi

Fragmentary notice from a damaged text about German relations

A garbled passage references a Priver entering Germany, a WURIHP title, and German customs. The text is unreadable in key parts, with terms like China and Priver appearing alongside unclear references to ranks and exits. Overall, the fragment lacks coherent events or clear entities to summarize.

China Germany Germal

Pinky Tom case stirs coroner inquiry on wine dangers

A drunken Adelaide incident linked to a bottle labeled Pinky Tom prompts a coroner's inquiry. Testimony condemns cheap wine as deadly and warns of intemperance, citing a man who died after drinking low-priced wine and a bizarre tale of a second-hand wooden leg.

Adelaide Mare Jrywan Amicus Curiae Ad & Serigus Poe-Lexet

Continental Promoters Rally Despite Poor Weather at Summer Nights

The Continental reports a windswept concert at Sydney Cricket Ground with a near-capacity crowd. Performers Miss Kate Hancock Miss Jeanie Ler Miss Elate Poerleas Mr Emille Susmileb Mr Daitley Ceborne and Mr Karey Witte impressed attendees while the Naval Brigade Band offered spirited selections. Mr T R Iicketts served as sherpanist. Pome Wanders ing One and Mine Etsie Peeriss drew notable audience reactions.

Bydney Cricket Ground Kate Hancock Jeanie Ler Elate Poerleas Emille Susmileb Daitley Ceborne Karey Witte Naval Brigade T. R. Iicketts Andingen

Innamincka Disaster Recounted By Coroner Inquiry

A chaotic account of the Innamincka boiler explosion on December 10 ends with the acting City Coroner Alla M'Dougall declaring the death accidental. Witnesses discuss a corroded boiler tube, a water-worm hole, and possible metal fatigue as the cause.

Staimino Inpamincka Richard Chitte Alla M'Dougall Harris-strost Joshua Parker Pyrmont John Woods Venice Thien

Arbitration Court Hears Northern Collieries Wage dispute

The Arbitration Court heard the industrial dispute between the Colliery Employees Federation of the Norham Lueiriet and the Northern Colliery Proprietor Association over wage reductions and the existing hewing rate. Campbell and Wade represented opposing sides as the judges discussed the validity of the January agreement and the potential impact on working conditions and wages in February. The president noted the case hinges on whether the 1890 agreement remains in effect and whether the respondent body complied with its terms.

Norsham Lueiriet Campbell Mr. Walt Wade Bourke Epa Campbell Weld Am Noblisarion Curley Crmpball

The New Commonwealth Parliament Returns Complete

The article lists members of the Senate and House of Representatives with many names from Victoria South Australia New South Wales Queensland Tasmania Western Australia and other colonies. It notes varying certainty levels in the return results and includes ministerial and party-designated figures along with several individuals and regions.

W. A Trewwith Striee Maur WA Zeal Victoria J. d Brahe Gueventent Parse Devih Nee Wali Keating B Stuientr Tess Drpenitiog Walker J. Waka “Ek TD Milles E. Puistorn J.P Gray New R Preser Fravoria K & C. Baker J Symon South Australia AF Mathews Smile West Australia J & Cleemack Dissage J. M8 Parise Teamunis Findley Victorial Biges Brewer Turkey Taivone Querseland G Morewer Guthrie WM. Storey D. J O'Keefe Tasmania GF. Pearer de Lar G Henierson J W. Crott Weat Australia House OF Representatives Ministerialea Chmumnan vAir Witlam Lyne T T. Ewing Sunriber South Australis Joke Porrest War Auaizalla W. Piorree Teutanaia Orpoiiies D_ Thomeon G. W. Loi Aceeld Bruce Health Wee. Kelly W Witks Iarin i. Gonio Bibwood WE. Jobane Loumtale Vietoria K. Edwards Queensland P. M‘mahon Otyna SA Poratan Air F Molder Soul “Austra” van Sh Mahes Weel Avatraitas Air Bradios Wo M'Williame Unione Uth T Breen Avanos Thomas L Watkins W. Webster Spout Waiaou Nsw of. Tudor Ronald Vetoriag M Dooslan Oulvit J. Page Wilkinson W. Ramtona Pueher Thosrpave Queens Matohinon Ave

Riverina election recount yields Blackwood victory

The Riverina contest saw initial ads and openings, then a late return that put Mr. Blackwood ahead. Mr. Chanter pressed the same ground but failed to overturn the result, with Blackwood finally winning by a narrow margin.

Riverina Bath Mr. Blackwood Chanter Black

Times and Daily Chronicle weigh Labour aims and coalition hopes

London commentary argues about Labour's cautious ascent and the need for honest constitutional government. It discusses coalition possibilities among remaining parties, warns against corruption, and notes potential impact on parliamentary control and the Commonwealth’s governance.

London Times Inter Communications 1 Daily Chronicle

Women at Law in Sydney Slander Case

In Sydney's wiviot Court Mrs Rateeleimlag sues for £0 damages claiming slander by Mary Kate and Jona Matlicure with Mrs Matheson, alleging she was described as immoral and untrustworthy. Defendants deny uttering the words and contend they did not imply an indictable offence. judge reserves decision for tomorrow.

Mary Kate Thomas Kate Jona | Matlicure Mss Matheson Mill Street Carlton Ther Murray Sydney Wiviot Court Rateeleimlag Matheos T2 Thane Sumas Sbe Hate Tomora

Windsor resident dies after Sydney tram accident

Macdouak Young of Windsor district died in Sydney Hospital from injuries incurred when he stumbled on George Street while crossing toward Circular Quay. He sustained internal injuries, with the accident occurring Saturday near Enmore and Wrayard Streets, then found at the scene.

Windsor Macdouak Young Sydney Hospital George-street Young Wome Wrayard-Street Enmoretam Circular Quay

O Sull ivan notes public works meeting delays rail shift

Fragmented report shows Public Works Committee delaying proposed railway work. Labor and industry leaders discuss shop delays and next steps. Friday shops to vote Wednesday evening on the plan with a 1 pm meeting follow up.

Mat Yestentay Cmat Railway of Labont and Industry Bloyees Ualea Bas Bove Bhs

Shipping Disaster Near Seal Rocks at Calladen

Reports from Seal Rocks describe a shipping calamity near Calladen with the vessel bound for the Richmond River. Observers note dangerous seas, a ship remaining intact but stranded. Captain Wis Hatilie from the Wirces ship is named, and the Seal Rocks area is described with navigational hazards near two prominent rocks about one and a half miles off the coast.

Sydney Wis Hatilie Bir Tome Bane Werland Seal Rocks Sidoey Bagarl

Later Message On Sinking Of Boat Beal Rock

A later message arrives during the siege noting the wreck of the Beale Rock during the night and the vessel beached near the Pewlet area, raising questions about damage and salvage prospects.

Sieie Arrcrae Sas Orebold Ie

The Light Sees Seal Rocks Light At Highthouse Summit

Ice notes the Seal Rocks beacon is visible from See Weather at twenty two miller. The Highthouse rises to four thousand three hundred eighty eight meters, marking a notable vantage point in the region.

Highthouse

Randwick Training Semi Final Gallops Spark Interest

Reports from Randwick describe a bustling training session with multiple horses pushing for final positions. Notable performances include Ter and dogs of warlike pace, with several runners clocking solid times over seven furlongs and a mile, while Mares and colts showed form in close finishes amid steady track conditions. The meet featured many owners watching eagerly as horses like Pasema and Pasema Beat contest distance flags and J Gow guided several others through brisk work.

Beisa Pasema J. Gow Abd Ram Dotoran Dalkeith Caniere Vinin Tina Sieve Abdie Geuaads Alec Tmn Tin Fontes Wratler Mattar Lengiha Tim Liaw Tain Ieee Lord Pitaruy Hawker Deperranio Possum Eyes Ascary Jenatien Ball & Min Beses Imam Imo Imi Carregess Ixis Sheem Mander Divianes Air

Holidays and Early Closing Procedures Clarified

The Department of Latour outlines holiday and early closing rules for retail stores. Some shops will remain open on Saturdays until 1 pm, while others are modified by arbitration decisions.

The Watchman's Chase Intersects Oxford and Crown Streets

Reports describe a rapid sequence of revolver shots near the intersection of Oxford and Crown streets causing fear among residents. Eyewitnesses say a swift pursuit followed, but no arrests are confirmed at this time. Authorities cautioned the public to avoid the area as they investigate the incident.

Oxford and Crown Stferts St

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