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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 22, 1906
Page
13
A Royal Commission inquiry into misconduct allegations opened at the Central Criminal Court with Judge Fitzpatrick presiding. The commission planned hearings to determine if certain officials, including a premier and the sheriff, were implicated and who should conduct the inquiry. The date for substantive hearings was discussed, with expectations set around formal arrangements and witness access.
The hearing of evidence against Walter Burton Andrew, a Pinthing manufacturer, charged with misusing as a collector for subscriptions at the Haar ofne Darlinghurst Cricket Club. The solicitor stated the case involved mistaken identity and urged caution while highlighting a subscription demand linked to Rushcutter's Creek Track. The accused faced possible imprisonment with bail and sureties considered for twelve months.
A garbled note reports a threatened strike by butchers with demands for higher wages. It mentions rent, stalls, and worker acceptance or refusal, but details are unclear due to damaged text. The fragment indicates labor action may affect meat supply and prices.
In a brief meeting at Merrowie Ere' the Western lessees discussed railway arrangements. Delegates were named to seek ministerial talks on land rights and stock route withdrawal to support a local walking path and funding.
A jumble of court actions and civic notes describes charges against individuals for theft and false pretenses, plus motions on public works and finance. Details mention police, a skating rink incident, and planning for road and yard improvements with estimated costs and council recommendations.
The High Court allowed Henry J Greville’s appeal in a civil pension dispute against James Leslie Williams. The case concerned backdated retirement pay under the Civil Service Act 1584 after abolition of Greville’s office. Judgment awarded £424 14s 0d with terms to be agreed.
The Willoughby and Ward London Company, after a 16 week NZ tour with two plays, arrived in Sydney. The Sydney season opens at the Criterion Theatre tonight with the London hit The New Clown.
Mr Justice R E O Connor delivers judgment in the case of the Federated Amalgamated Goverment Railway and Tramway Services Association against Registrar approval of the NSW Government Railway Traffic Employees Association under the Commonwealth Conciliation Arbitration Act of 1904. The High Court ruling denying registration is noted, and the appeal proceeds.
The twenty third annual general meeting of the Commercial Travellers Association of New South Wales met at Pitt Street City with Mr George Wright in the chair. Membership rose from 108 to 1107 and net profit reached £207 5s 24d, up £510 0s 0d from last year. The committee urged forward movement including a new building to improve facilities for members. The report and balance sheet were adopted.
The Glebe Workingmen's Institute hosted a Christmas concert on Thursday evening chaired by A. T. Smith. Absences included the president R. T. Nelson and Mayor P. Lucas. A varied program featured several performers and recitations by Miss Cauldwell and Mr. G. Ware.
Advertisement notes allotments of lana on Ettatone Township fronting Woy Woy to be sold today at 3 30 by Hugh Tf and Company. Allotments extend to the bay and border the railway. A free launch will meet trains on the sale day. The notice also records customs revenue totals in Sydney and a Christmas dinner program for St Thomas Balmain.
The Sydney GPO parcels department faced severe crowding and poor ventilation as hundreds of parcels moved through the basement. Officials wrestled with backlogs, demanding handling of prepayment, customs declarations, and mispacked gifts while dealing with frustrated senders and alcohol odors from a whisky‑stained box.
Arthur Dowling notes a section of a historic iron boat used by explorers of Sir Thomas Mitchell, preserved in Sydney. The Australien Wistarival Society secured it for the Museum with Railway Commissioners’ support. It draws interest for early exploration across Australia and river crossings.
Sir Harry Hawson seeks Attorney General opinion on whether the Parliamentary Elections Amendment Bill should await Royal Assent or be remitted for signification. Mr. Wade advises it alters the classification of electors and should be reserved for Royal Assent, potentially sending the bill to Imperial Parliament for forty days. A separate court brief notes a young man charged with drunkenness. Samuel Brett involved in a wool wagon accident, a fallen tree branch injured him and he died after admission to hospital.
At Kensington Racecourse, Joseph Thomas and Marcin Michio faced assault charges after an incident at the paddock gate on the 12th. The case featured trainers, a secretary, and witnesses describing a crowd crush and injuries. The magistrate reserved a decision as prosecutors argued the act involved attempted force against James Donohoe and others.
The council discusses funds available for allocation with a recommendation of 27 900 pounds for a reserve and continuation of planned projects. The review notes reserves and potential borrowing implications while affirming the need to maintain services and avoid hindering current operations.
Report from Mr J Hagerl s engineer and team of the Tramway Construction Department on the proposed line between Wart and Weel Maitland. Surveyors examine the route. 13 likely sections to be passed to mining townships Sureagore region in connection with Metropasel North Coast railway.
Captain Harry Warne will leave Sydney by the P and O RMS Victoria for London to take command of D Newcastle Company s new steamer Hunter and navigate the Noseet to Sydney. William Fortescue of the Glebe was fined £2 with costs for selling a napuep stated as licensed by the adie non of 15 graine of salicylic acts per plus.
A long inquest into the death of Riley Waive Heron, 21, centers on events at Feast Hom Pitt Little Bay in December. Witnesses describe her arrival from Takmariu and subsequent illness, with medical and maritime figures providing testimony about her condition and the sequence of events leading up to her death.
Fragmented report covers sevens rugby and racing events, noting venues, dates, and participants. Mentions multiple teams and speakers, with scattered references to local clubs, prize details, and schedule cues, but readable specifics are limited.
Evelyn Bradford, jailed for the murder of her husband Sydney Edwin Bradford, had her trial postponed to the Court term but was admitted to bail by the Central Criminal Court in Darlinghurst. Bail set at 400 with two sureties of 150 each. The inquiry noted issues at MILA hospital and related matters.
An OCR filled page fragment lists numerous names, places, and firms associated with a share market or financial directory. The readable items include Bank of Sydney, South area firms, and several individual names across multiple regions. Details are fragmented and partial.
Fragmentary OCR text discusses railway charges and freight rates. Mentions places such as Tanga and various railway terms. Core details are unclear due to corruption.
A partially readable OCR snippet shows garbled text with scattered names and terms like Marrwkielinee Creebor and Heart TooreWn. The fragment hints at a failed event or announcement and references a local venue or town but no clear facts.
Incomplete OCR fragment shows garbled weather data and stray words. Unable to determine location date or conditions from readable facts.
A garbled OCR style record lists scattered names, places, and items across a shipping ledger. It mentions crews, destinations, and quantities with numerous errors, suggesting a disrupted trade entry or scanning corruption rather than a coherent narrative.
A fragmented report outlines a regional trade event with exhibitors showcasing new fashion items and accessories. It notes several vendors and the crowd’s interest in modern designs and practical fabrics.
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