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Newspaper

Sydney Evening News

Location

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Dec 26, 1901

Page

8

Funeral Notice for Ellen Saffren Aunts The Tullens

Friends of Mr and Mrs MICHAEL TULLEN are invited to the funeral of her late aunt Ellen Saffren from New Carnonestreet off George Street Weet tomorrow Friday at 1 9 for BC Cemetery Thookweot. Undertakers J Dingin and Co provide funeral services and offices listed.

Qocourt Concord OR. Foresters William Turner Princes-Street City Neveropolis A. E. McGrath C.K. J. Selsey Sec Jaffren William Baffren WLR Ebien Saffrens Eden Falfreni Carlton-Stret George-Street Wert W. J, Dixon and CO Michael Tullen Ellen Saffren New Carnonestreet Geoge Street Thookweot W. J. Dingn and CO Wood and Company George Street Sydney Neek Saulpae Ss. Padlmailn Fetersham Rozelle Whwardt North Sydney Rockdale Affren

Commonwealth Contingent Plea to Send Australian Troops

A reader urges the editor to consider forming a Commonwealth Contingent from Australia to aid England in the war. The writer cites New Zealand’s quick response and suggests a public meeting to gauge support, noting transport and pay would be covered by the Imperial Government.

England Australia Dangar Horefall New Zealand Ethal Itactf

Invalided officer demands fare class equality at Treasury

A South Africa returned invalided officer criticizes New South Wales Treasury for denying first class passage. He received a second class return rail pass after a medical board, prompting a query whether the department will reimburse the fare difference or uphold the old practice of first class travel for invalids.

Evening News South Africa New South Wales Treasury The Treasury

Merchants Seek South African Hay Market Openings

A letter from H. Prescott & Co. urges stronger South African fodder trade links after two years of effort. They cite delayed responses from London agents and the War Office, noting Melbourne orders and a lack of local representation hindering farmers’ returns.

London Hay Lucerne Durban Capetown Jene- Ta Renclemen HH. V. Jackson Melbourne South Africa Mielbourne War Office H. Prescott and Co

Leichhardt Protest League seeks joint garbage destructor plan

The Leichhardt Protest League met to protest a planned destructor by a neighboring council. A letter from Mr Hawthorne MP states the Public Works Under-Secretary doubts Annandale Council can legally fund outside its area. A conference of Annandale Balmain and Leichhardt councils is planned to discuss a possible joint destructor.

Leichhardt Protest League Leichhardt Hawthorne M_L.A Davis Public Works Department Annandale Tresbury Walters League Indore Balmain

Concert Recital at Her Majesty's Theatre Delights Large Audience

A Christmas Night program at Her Majesty's Theatre features Mr Williamson's Italian troupe with Signora Sapio and Signor Dani delivering operatic numbers. Audiences demanded encores, while performers swapped roles to cover absences. The revue includes arias from David and Gounod, with robust orchestral support and patient crowd approval.

Her Majesty's Theatre Walla Colonel Maplegon Mr. Williamson Signora Sapio Signora Benedetto Signorina Bassch Signorina Vaccari Signor Dani Signor Travagli Gounod Mary of Argyle Signorina Signor Travaglini Verdi Simon Boccanegra Signora Marcomini Signors Lombardi Tondini Caztailor Sienorina Siveccl Signor Albert Cavalleria Rusticana Signor Hazen Lawrence Campbell Centenary Hall York Street Dickens Scrooge Marley Campbell Fezziwig Bob Cratchit Tiny Tim Sydney Philharmonic Society Town Hall John A. Delany Society of the Grand Oratorio Mme Belle Cole John Prouse Edith King Florence Gibson A. T. Richards W. T. Colyer J. Edward Sykes G. Hivers Allpress J. Colyer

Debate on Establishing Homes for Inebriates

A reader argues against creating homes for inebriates calling them a stain on the commonwealth and urging punishment for drinkers. The letter contends such homes would enable crime while advocating abstinence and harsher penalties to curb drunkenness.

Water supply at Botanic Gardens lax during holidays

A Waikato reader urges improved drinking water for holidays at the Botanic Gardens. He notes fountains often fail or run dry and suggests installing one or two stand pipes to allow quick filling of mugs and bottles for women and children.

Botanic Gardens Waikato

The Rabbit Pest Across Districts The Rabbits Sweeping Countryside

Reports from multiple districts describe rampant rabbit damage with crops ruined and fields overrun. Farmers report heavy losses with some crops split between farmers and rabbits and ongoing poisoning efforts failing to curb pests.

Subdivide Western Holdings to Halt Vermin Threat

W A Byrne urges subdivision of vast western holdings into 100 000 acre blocks to curb vermin like rabbits and wild dogs, advocate artesian bores and water conservation, and expects improved profits and state value. He calls for a Wyaslong to Wralong railway to aid stock movement and drought resilience, arguing the land should become a productive asset.

Moomba New South Wales South Australia Ddriing

Hamlet visits Tamworth over water sample drive

Government Analyst W. M. Hamlet visited Tamworth last week to sample water from Moor eek dam and the reservoir. He found the water in a very bad state and noted HOMA as a quencher where other drinks fail.

W. M. Hamlet Tamworth Moor Eek Dam

Public dispute over Federal Capital site in New South Wales

A letter to the Evening News from Alex Wilson argues that the site choice for the Federal Capital should be decided by the Federal Parliament after a competent investigation. He accuses NSW leaders of grand tours and asks for action from Mr. Reid to honor the bargain at the conference.

Evening News Ino New South Wales Carruthera Barton Sir William Lyne Lee Melbourne Reid Alex. Wilson Wilson Inet E.N

Arillery Pand Ques ion Warms Musicians Debate

Letter writer Lewis de Groen defends professional bandsmen against pay cuts and state sponsorship. He cites the R.A.A. Band engagement at the Sydney Cricket Ground, argues 2s 3d daily wages plus perks fall short, and compares private theatre wages. He notes public support for musicians and recounts recent test-match performances.

Evening News W. M Hughes John Forrest Defence R.A.A Commonwealth Anont Cricket Ground Sydney Cricket Ground Melbourne Hughes London Sydney Musgrove Williamson Colony Lewis DE Groen A.A.A M.P L. de G

Prosecution or Persecution Under the Commonwealth

A Sydney business manager recounts his 6th instant prosecution for importing alleged indecent books. He describes contacting the Collector, seeking possession and examination of the parcel, and notes Melbourne lawsuits over similar titles. He pleads innocence, cites newspaper humiliation, and asks citizens to judge whether he acted to prevent a crime under Commonwealth law.

London Melbourne Custom House Baxter Haxter Sydney Bir Eame Mr. Christie Mr. Kingston Kingston Youura

Complaint on Mail Timetable Delays in New South Wales

A Woolbroker complains to the Deputy PMG about late mail deliveries and 5.20 pm closure times harming Bathurst Orange Wellington mails. He questions why the 9 pm fast train does not carry commercial correspondence and whether the Postmaster General has protested to Railway Commissioners. He notes the 5.45 pm late fee posting option and the cost to merchants. December 7.

Evening News P.M Chamber of Commerce Bathurst Orange Wellington Redfern P.M.G G.P.0 Costa Merchants Sydney Woolbroker

Police Efficiency Call for Inquiry Into Public Force

A letter urges an urgent inquiry into police efficiency amid highway robberies and warehouse thefts. The writer cites Premier Lyne’s 1900 pledge for a commission and asks Mr. John Lee, his successor, to appoint it without delay.

Evening News William Lyne John Lee

Subscription list for John Stewart widow aid

A subscription round in Tam Worth for the wife and family of John Stewart who dropped dead while at the fire service on December 18. about £50 collected with donations from Judge Heydon and town barristers at the quarter sessions.

Tam Worth John Stewart Judge Heydon

Typhoid Fever Cases Rise In Tamworth

In Tamworth an unusually large number of typhoid fever cases is reported with many patients treated at the local hospital. Other illnesses, particularly among children, are common and blamed on the poor sanitary system and bad water.

Barmedman Bonny Narrabri Colling M.L.A Lands Department Pilliga Labor Party Tamworth

Wanted to Buy Ekourist Tickets and Metals Advertised

An advertisement offers to buy and exchange Ekourist tickets at top prices. It lists Bohemian Gipsy at 297 Pitt-street and Jottles and Jara Larkerstein and Co as cash buyers for various scrap including lead and zinc linings. Address given as 37 Pitt Street Circulat Quay.

Pitt-at.eity Jottles and Jara —Larkerstein and Co Pitt-Street Circulat Quay Tmany

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