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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 23, 1908
Page
8
A fragmented notice touts Roberts as the cheapest house in town and mentions famous Rotare whisky brands. It references Gale Upviagd and Minne Uy Experience while asserting Roberts’ Farmers and low prices amid unclear surrounding details.
Swineon, 22, pleaded guilty to attempting suicide by drinking a wax match solution. She appeared at Central Police Court this morning and was said to have been drinking, likely causing the act. She was allowed to go home with her relative to be cared for. The Australias Unoa steamer Port Pirie departs West Circular Quay tomorrow for Dun Dire and Full via Luce Canal with 000 Dales woot end sundries.
The text notes a cheeky line about 18 and Xmas trees without sweets, mentions births marriages and deaths notices with faded memorial lines, plus a critical discussion of reform and discipline at a juvenile institution. It contrasts ship and shore systems, citing Dr Markellars concerns and the Sobraon.
Sydney evening edition reports city affairs and society notes for December 22, 1908. Local updates cover municipal issues, market prices, and community events with concise items from officials, businesses, and residents.
The State Children relief board report questions sending youths to a school-ship rely on magistrate evidence to determine vice. Dr Mackellar defends the need for careful classification while warning of risks in undercutting tutelage and the danger to boys in fragile conditions. The discussion centers on instituting a more stringent approach before placement.
The fragment suggests dialogue about behavior and competence aboard a vessel and questions whether moral contamination exists or was discovered during a revival in the Sebracn narrative, with focus on the crew's conduct and overall legitimacy.
The Evening News reported two recent incidents where Bodney Ferriss steamer and another Mantr line ferry deck hands jumped overboard to rescue passengers. Both rescues occurred amid holiday crowds. observers note such acts are routine for ferries, though often unacknowledged by the public or press.
The essay argues that public denouncement can drive sales for provocative books. It notes that women have dominated recent unsavory works, while French literature once faced scrutiny. The piece laments English women producing pornographic literature and worries about its impact on youth.
A derisive column complains about a proposed Adelaide to Northern Territory expedition, arguing it would occur in harsh winter conditions, produce little useful information, and mainly serve as a show of appetite for spectacle rather than substantive action. It mocks the bureaucrats and punters, predicting delays and wasted effort with empty bottles marking the route.
The conference questioned funding for essential school apparatus and proposed a penny per week per child levy, noting parent resistance to additional charges after fees were abolished. The piece argues the state should relieve teachers and shift costs to parents, while stressing increased demand for modern equipment and careful reform.
Melbourne readers react to a garbled press description of a coronet story. The text suggests misreadings about a COPOWST crew and mentions Mr Bandt and associates expressing satisfaction with the apparent comparison. The fragmentary item hints at a political or social action but is unclear.
The article describes the uneasy reception of an expedition party upon reaching Melbourne, with prior cordiality in Sydney giving way to discomfort. It notes Mr Sanford’s presence and hopes that critics lingering in press circles will eventually show the same unobtrusive generosity and gentility that endears Victorians to him and his companions.
A blaze at Mesray House, Castlereagh, draws multiple brigades including Headquarters Creutne Quay and Paddington. Fire heavily damages the upper floors and roof while water damage affects the lower areas. Insured firms named include Messrs Murrin and Co and Sonenfield and Sons with policies from Royal, Sun Fire, Mercantile Mutual and Australia Alllances.
The State Military Band will perform an outdoor concert at a designated time and place. The listed program includes Jersey Shorv’s Pryor overwire Light Cavalry March Japanese Romance Popnies and Reminiscences of Gunn The Warbler Shoenade Leta and Mother Googe with other pieces by various composers.
Bar silver market data appears garbled showing Tuesday evening bar shiver and an unclear quote around 10Nd per ounce, with likely transcription errors. No clear entities or dates beyond Tuesday mentioned.
On the sweep market this evening Australian debentures and shares were quoted. Notable listings include Australian Mortgage Land and Finance Company debentures at ten per cent, Australian and New Zealand Mortgage Company debentures at four per cent, City of Sydney debentures of four per cent for 1912, Dalgety and Company shares at five pounds paid, Morrapotiad Gas Company Melbourne debentures at ten per cent.
A Victorian court action exposed a counterfeit showing as Just as good as Sander and Sons Pure Volatile Eucalyptus Extract. Witnesses testified the fake caused fuel irritation and misled buyers. Authorities for 35 years affirmed the genuine merit and safety of the real extract.
A vintage storefront notice touts Xmas boxes and gifts for every family member. It promotes affordable, dependable foods and a wide display, inviting inspection and announcing Wednesday hours until 10 PM and Xmas Eve close. A free Xmas Catalogue is offered by A. Branders at the Syénes Jewelers shop with post free mailing.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions mosquito lotion, Tamgh of the Teale, Casenine, Mares, and names like T. Me Paak and C. A. Jarumm with scattered terms. No coherent event or clear entities to summarize into a full news item.
Fragmentary note received today contains no clear event, names, or location. The text offers only stray letters and no verifiable information to summarize a readable news item.
London Wednesday Evening Gob Fitzsimmons declared he would fight the victor of the Burns Johnson match, expressing willingness to face the winner in a bout. The veteran promoter spoke in sardonic tone about the heavyweight title scenario and possible arrangements.
A semi official London report says Berlin lists Samoa chieftaincies as isolated and not likely to draw interference from Britain or the United States. German authorities view these factions as not warranting external action.
In Lontoon on a Tuesday evening a Bavarian officer who recently deserted from the French Foreign Legion in Algeria asserts that the revolt or reaction followed formal instructions from the German Government. Other conspirators were captured.
London crowds report two pounds more paid for the train carrying Mr Hume the Public Srasceptor to Sedepere. Amid India reforms, unrest is said to subside in the Fousy of Commana as Liberal M P C O'Donnell critiques the government for alleged tax and troop measures.
In a chaotic political flare up President Castro attempts to consolidate control by removing Fremulent Castro's supporters. He reportedly ordered 60 Mauser rifles and is negotiating with German shipyards for warships and with Keupps for 2vearding guns as part of a broader power struggle.
London dispatch reports twenty three English insurance companies agree to settle fire insurance claims linked to the Jamaica earthquakes. The agreement follows exposure on the Atlantic storms and involves Australian connections associated with the disaster.
London dispatch reports Austro-Hungarian ambassador conveyed to the Grand Vizier a willingness to raise Turkish customs to one per cent and offers compensation regarding Bosnia and Herzegovina’s share of the public debt. Turkey asks relief from debt to a defined extent, while Austria threatens counter demands tied to Bosnia and Herzegovina and Novo-Bazat. Russian Foreign Minister M. Tavleki supports some autonomy for Bosnia and Herzegovina to safeguard all interests.
Tuesday evening in London Mr Sims a philanthropist from Cheltenham befriended the local Baptist Church. He left to the nine deacons attending a funeral a bequest of £100. None of the deacons attended. The terms of the will were disclosed Monday.
A fragmented item mentions Xmas holiday suits and a push toward forming a writes-for-putters club. It hints at a measure or form linked to choles Ceol Femen and a festive theme, though specifics remain unclear.
The Tramways Wages Board issues a formal award covering pay rates for electric tram workers, including drivers cleaners and tramway staff. It outlines overtime pay, holiday and Sunday rates, classification steps, job promotions, and conditions for shifts and seniority. The document specifies effective dates, dispute procedures, and interpretation rules for the award across depots and unions.
A fragmented advertisement announces Rose's Celebrated Eye Lotion sold by chemists and druggists in Sydney. It mentions “George-wtrest” and claims the remedy cures eye issues, listing proper proprietors and manufacturers, with sales through all chemists and stores.
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