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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 24, 1901
Page
4
The Evening News will not be published but to meet advertisers needs. The head office in Market Street will be open between 6 and pm for advertisements and orders for Thursday's issue. Advertisers are urged to send ads early to ensure proper classification and avoid delays.
A long extract from a 19th century NSW column discusses federation, tariff policy, and the role of NSW in a growing Australian nation. It cites Mr Barton and the Prime Minister, critiques protectionist stances, and approves the push for national spirit while safeguarding NSW interests. It also praises Mr O Sullivan’s patronage of the liberal arts and notes an apology for missing an original Latin quotation.
The Prime Minister's address at an Australasian industrial event drew public and political attention. Critics argue the speech revealed party bias while supporters praised its timing amid parliamentary debate on governance.
Art patronage scene described as painter Thaddeus travels to Sydney under the guidance of State Minister for Works and MLA J O Connor. Report notes plans to depict historic sites like The Rocks and mentions statues and a posterity theme linked to Old Srepay.
Readers recall public talk over the Department of Public Instruction. A reported miscue in the Veghers exam had candidates study The Lady of the Lake but be tested on Henry VI. Pupil teachers face reexamination on May 30 with The Lady of the Lake, provoking discontent and calls to reform the testing system.
A festive Victorian style advertisement for A Saunders’s showroom promises a wide display of watches, gem brooches, rings, solid silver items, silver migrated purses, and gentleman’s pocket books. It touts free-trade prices and positions Saunders at 513 George Street, Sydney, inviting shoppers to visit for New Year gifts.
Senator Sir Josiah Symon denounces the attempt to levy Commonwealth duties on ships in Fremantle. He warns the government over reaction to the Neckar incident and its impact on Australia’s maritime and trade relations with Germany and other nations, urging a broader view over technical enforcement.
Mr Barton and Herr Von Burl met Monday afternoon in a cordial discussion. The outcome promises four more talks between the Consul and NDL agents. Barton stated the government will consider reasonable representations but law must be upheld.
An Evening News report relays Melbourne Age commentary on how foreign nations handle ship stores duties. It notes Australia imposes sealing and duties under federal law, while Britain, America, Holland, Cape Colony, Germany, and others show varying controls or freedom from sealing and duty on stores for crews and voyages.
In Belmore pony race listings the four races show weights for tomorrow including the Fourieep-two Handicap and the thirteen-two Handicap with numerous entrants. The note mentions times, horses like Cold Boy Sot and The Pointer, and race details such as about 3% twrlonge and 1% mile trot segments with finish behind times. The Melbourne banquet speech by Clarke updates on Victoria’s Governor and entreats support for a Federal Contingent to South Africa.
Mr Solomon Wiseman, a well known figure in mining and pastoral circles, died after a severe burn incident while driving home. A native of the Bindleton district born near Granbalang in 1835, he pursued mining and pastoral work across northern Queensland before entering government service and later owning Cliffdate Station and other properties. His death ends a long career marked by industry and public service.
The police today announced many promotions across the metropolitan force with numerous sergeants elevated. Sydney gains senior sergeants Wilkion, Kyron, and Spruce, plus twelve first class constables promoted to sergeants. Country promotions include three to senior sergeant and others to warrant rank.
Three youths Willan Perry John MManon and James Lan Ron appeared before Polingdon Court in October case of breaking and entering at a dwelling house. Detectives reported injured defendant in hospital with leg wound after attack. Remand applied for another week granted with police not opposing.
In a garbled report the Central Police Court hears a bizarre charge about going to the water by mistake. The magistrate Mr James notes the defendant’s confusion, while witnesses and others discuss the motive and consequences of the misdirected trip.
At the Central Police Court two boys faced charges for playing a game called cricket in the streets. They admitted knocking a soft ball about and stated their aim was to train for a future Australian XI, arguing all places should be similar for players.
Telegram from Melbourne reports negotiations between the Stevedores Federation and the Federated Seamen's Union to resume in the Victorian city on December 0. At the last Melbourne conference a wage scale was set: old to new increases for ages, boatmen, lamp trimmers, donkey boiler, ereawere, firemen, and coal trimmers with various sums outlined.
Tuesday report states Dr Brackenbury, long practicing locally, died this morning from a sunstroke. Previously based in Mu Bendore he had gained the esteem of colleagues and the community, leaving a widow and several children.
A fragmented notice from a local meeting lists auctions and church matters. It mentions St Hanan Church and live auctions, with references to returned servicemen and a grant, plus arrangements reported by a secretary.
Judge Rogers presided over a District Court case involving the Commercial Publishing Company of Ardar Limited and Jawan Ferre owner of The Australian Woman. The dispute centers on alleged nonpayment for printing 64,000 copies of The Australian Woman for July to August. Evidence included contract terms with The WkBener of IRerom BADy and testimony from Mr White. The case concerned claims of balance due and the contract’s execution, with further cross-examination and witness testimony regarding payment and book entries.
A dense scan of garbled items lists multiple names, places, and events. The text mentions Meriillny, Mayors, a squatter case, health news, and various individuals such as Georgevstrest, Mr Mane SursegDemginmer, and Mr Bommel, reflecting a chaotic community page with scattered notices and anecdotes.
A misrouted water crisis discussion reveals residents facing supply cuts and requests for emergency measures. The council and local officials debate temporary relief, water truck deliveries, and longer term remedy to avert a summer shortage.
In a baffling testimony at the Central Police Court today, Mr Janson noted a light Christmas fine for a Christmas offender. The record mentions misread names and scattered references to Germany America and Japan, with the four men in question described as intoxicated and unable to state their affiliations.
Very damaged OCR text mentions Glasgow and December with unclear names and roles. Key details are unreadable, but reference to a Glasgow event in December is inferred amid garbled lines. No clear persons, organizations, or outcomes can be reliably identified.
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