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Newspaper

Sydney Evening News

Location

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Dec 27, 1907

Page

5

Bowden Grabs Century In Sydney Cricket Ground Thriller

New South Wales survived a bold Queensland reply at the Sydney Cricket Ground to 458 for seven at lunch. Bowden scored 149 in 2 hours 24 minutes with two near-catches and Pisher added 43 not out as NSW reached 550 for hours and 47 minutes, boosting their innings after a dramatic escape.

New South Wales Queensland Sydney Cricket Ground Bowden Pisher Redgrave MrLaren Ube Catamen Martin Oatemen Hartigan Fisher Hayes Thomson Newton Howden Duon Crouch Feld Armstrong Deeplee Whitty Airmetrong Mrang Whitty Fvens Nate

Victoria V New South Wales Wicket Flooded By Rain

The Victoria vs New South Wales interstate cricket match was halted by rain and postponed to tomorrow after a rain flooded site. NSW captain Noble and Victoria captain McAlister agreed to resume once conditions improve.

Melbourne Victoria New South Wales AL Jean Noble M’alister Yeetordey

Individual basketball stat line leaders listed

The fragment lists players with shooting totals: Hopking 0 for 20, Whidden 4 for 24, Johnson 1 for 28, Macartney 2 for 33, Hick pon 1 for 34, and a 6 for 13 noted for Hick pon.

Hopking Whidden Johnson Macartney Hickpon

Englishmen at Bendigo Rain Prevents Play

Owing to heavy rain the match between the English Pleven and Eighteen of Bendigo has been abandoned for a day. The ground is practically submerged and unlikely to be playable tomorrow. Yesterday the Englishmen were six wickets down for 187 in their first innings.

Bendigo Victoria

Rain Prevents NSW Railways Team Match in Melbourne

Cricketers from the NSW Government Railway Workshops could not play Newport Workshops due to rain in Melbourne. The visitors were entertained by the Mayor of Wollinmatown.

Melbourne N.S.W Newport Willitmatown

Trotting Race Results From Epping Meeting

A chaotic entry list reports multiple trotters including Hanticap Ow fynda Tuxera Schemer and Bow Bells in a series of handicaps at Epping. Mummell Childe Ladybird Claret and Nellie contested the Flying Handicap with Mammel Childe securing victory by three lengths in 1 minute. Owyinda Trixie Tl Schemer and Con dor also feature in Pony Handicap results with Schemer winning a pony event.

Hanticap Shemer Tsee Bhd Sad R. Loneby Owyinda Ssee Bha Har W. Harv Tuxera J. Eddie Cleve Chevedon Chief Lady Strathfield Bow Bells Pinewood Bow Bolls Schemer Mummell Childe Yer Bhd J. Hackett W. R. Woodham Bob Nellie Major Hall Clarel Lazybird Mammel Childe Imin Atene Warden Sadowa Face Bhd Eddie Owyinda W. Hart J. W Toxie John Harold Eva Owrinda Trixie Geer Condor Ccccs Serrenverissenrestentacsrsee Ccicces Eucensenecseenes

Carrington Stakes favorite and other contenders listed

Ciesi is favored for the Carrington Stakes with Isos Banzai Forge Lord Merv and Far North among choices. Epic has died after ruptured intestines, previously trained by a Fielder. Send Of, ridden by J Carey, injured fetlocks and will miss racing. Trainers and jockeys tickets for Monday's Wollongong meeting must be applied for at Warwick Farm by 11 am tomorrow.

Ciesi Isos Banzai Forge Lord Merv Far North Epic J. Carey Send of Wollongong Warwick Farm

Absent from the Ancaios crew in Mosman Bay court action

At Water Police Court Hians Andersen and 15 others faced charges of being absent from the ship Ancaios snow in Mosman Bay without leave on the 3rd. The defendants pleaded not guilty. Captain J B Ritchie testified that discipline failed after December 23 and a plan to replace the crew was influenced by owners in Liverpool. Bail was set and further hearings adjourned to Monday noon. Summonses by crew against the captain for threats were adjourned for a week.

Water Police Court Hians Andersen Lolgard Burge George Edwards Geo. Hicksman Will Hughes Joseph Hoffman Will Hill Joseph Kenna Arthur Lane Bernard M'Mahon John Martin John Montgomery Fred K. Neilson Kanuto Petersen Jax Revilen Harry Turner Mosman Bay Burke Carter Smith J. J. Burfitt Ancaion Edwards Liverpool Carter

Peterborough Spheme Collison Case at Marine Court

Frank Ruseluin master of the Peterborough and Denis Crowley master of the Sphone appeared before Acting Judge Scholes in the Sydney Enistrict Court to show cause why their certificates should not be suspended or cancelled. The court found both officers were to blame for the collision off Matsubra Bay on November 29, but did not pursue personal neglect by the masters. The court could not determine the rear cause of the crash.

Frank Ruseluin Peterborough Denis Crowley Sphone Marine Court Scholes Witherspoon Hracegirdie Assessore Sydney Matsubra

Payment of Land Tax Reminder for Last Day Prompt Remittance

Taxpayers are reminded that Monday is the final day to pay land tax without a 14 percent fine. Remittances by mail are encouraged with receipts forwarded by return post. Cheques should be payable to the Commissioners of Taxation and posted stamps are not accepted.

Commissioners of Taxation

Squatter Dies Suddenly at Lake King

Melbourne report says T. M. Hamilton owner of Emeay Station near the NSW border collapsed and died on his yacht at Lake King Cunningham. Death attributed to heart apoplexy.

Melbourne T. M. Hamilton Emeay Station New South Wales Cunningham

Chinese Visitors On Way To Tahiti In Sydney Streets

In Sydney this morning a group of Chinese travelers dressed in native costume attracted attention as they passed through. Officials kept strict control at the port with the travellers bound for Tahiti via New Zealand and France. Sun Johnson editor of the Chinese Herald explained the route and the need for vigilance, noting the voyage length and entry bonds.

Sydney Celes Gals Tahiti Sun Johnson Chinese Herald Evening News Japan China San Francisco New Zealand Frisco Port Darwin Custom House Brisbane Australia Bug Johnson

Melbourne Society Scandal Drags On In Jury Trial

Mr Purves wrapped up his Melbourne jury address detailing a serigun charge against Mrs Wallace. He noted mistaken service of papers at the Athenaeum entrance and described strained May relations over childless plans. Nurse Soden testified Mrs Wallace’s condition and operation, while Wallace denied the contested claims as implausible in the witnesses’ accounts.

Melbourne Purves Wallace Soden Walthey Wee Vrounsel Fallerra Soden'a

Man With Bad Record Charged in Newtown Court

Georen Cavanagh, known as Skinny, 34, laborer, faced Newtown Police Court on a December 74 assault on Constable Prior at Marrickville. He pleaded guilty to assault and offences against decency after injuring uniform trousers and, with a long prior record dating to 1965 totaling 38 convictions, received fines and a three month sentence for the assault plus £2 fine for indecent conduct and 2s for trousers damage.

Newtown Georen Cavanagh Prior Marrickville St Anmore Road Christ Church Christmas Eye Law and Order Cavanagh Isaacs Dave

Cattle Driving Offences Heard in Sydney Court

At Water Police Court W M Mion of 59 Arundel Street Forst Lodge was fined ten pounds and costs for driving 19 head of cattle along Wattle Street Sydney on a date not allowed by law. Constable Wirth saw the act between midnight and a.m. Mion said he drove cattle from Fort Peters to the North Coast Company's Wharf and faced a potential loss of £50 if delayed.

Water Police Court M’mion Arundel Street Forst Lodge Wattle-street Sydney Constable Wirth

Late Shipping Arrivals and Tragedy at Cameron Falls

Shipping notices report arrivals from Auckland and New Zealand ports with vessels including Bree Boras Philp and Dauntrees bound for Mhundtaberg and Tweed Heads. A 7 year old son of Constable Livingsone drowned at Cameron Falls near Wauchope, police report.

Peramber Afareska Smith Bree Boras Philp Teitant RA. E. Smith Fron Auckland New Zealand Brisbane Koneowarrma Sedner Finngere Ie Mhundtaberg Stephene Cameron Falls Wauchope Constable Livingsone

Rain in Broken Hill Boosts Barrier Scrip Holders

Reports from Broken Hill note 144 inches of rain in four hours easing concerns of a water famine for Barrier holdings. Sydney brokers report strong demand for Barrier shares at firmer prices, with London quotations showing broader improvement. Investors in Sydney Melbourne and Adelaide remain hopeful the rally can persist, aided by favorable private London cables.

Broken Hill Sydney Mony Davids Si Sdoghare Adelale Melbourne London Aha Broken Hill Junction Adelaide

Confidence Man Case Over Banknotes and Drinks

John Casey aged 38, described as a shearer, faced Water Police Court after noon for obtaining £4 from laborer Edward Henry Bishop by false pretence during a Sid ney visit. Casey pretended to leave money with a landlady then borrowed £4 later. he never repaid. He received three months hard labor. A second victim, W. McFhee, a country youth, was defrauded of £1 by a similar ruse and also jailed for three months. sentences were cumulative.

John Casey Water Police Court Edward Henry Bishop Bishop Sidney Casey Wit Witeres Mr. Love Hart W. M'Fhee Cupey

South Coast Mines Miners Seek Higher Cutting Rates

South Bull miners protest coal cutting machine use as a method of blasting and filling coal. They demand higher rates and have referred the dispute to a conciliation board. Mount Kembla is trialing the system at a higher rate, which could eliminate contractors if adopted.

Wollongong South Bull Mount Kembia

Inquest Probes Sea Death of Wharf Labourer Lambourne

A coroner in Actiog City held an inquest into the death of Thomas Lambourne age 55 of Paxtonslane. He died after falling from the hold of the steamer Kadinna at Cremorne on Monday morning. Evidence showed he was found dead in No 2 hold with skull fractures and head injuries. Verdict: accidental death.

Actiog City Thomas Lambourne Paxtonslane Lambournes John Evans Kading Gnethenau Cremorne Lambourne Thomas Williama

Indian merchant sells old elephant to a fool buyer

An Indian merchant sought to offload an old elephant and paid a silent bystander to keep quiet about the animal’s defects until sale. After selling, he asked how the observer spotted the flaw, only to learn the man had never ridden a live elephant before and simply wanted to know which end was which.

Herman

Tramp Assault Case Sways Central Police Court

John Tibbs, a laborer, appeared before the Central Police Court charged with assaulting Sylvanus Thorne, a tram conductor. The drunken man tried to board a tram, was halted by the conductor, and struck him in retaliation. he was fined.

John Tibbs Central Police Court Sylvanus Thorne Die Dave

Carpenter fined for misconduct near Theatre Royal

Henry Lofiad aged 25 a carpenter faced Water Police Court charges of misconduct on Castlereagh street near the Theatre Royal. Constable Fascee found him at the door around 1pm in the presence of women and children awaiting admission. He was fined £10 with an alternative of two months hard labor. The second officer of the steam Delphic died during a regatta.

Water Henry Lofiad Castlereagh Street Fascee Theatre Royal Love

Sydney Water Supply Faces Low Reservoir Levels

At a Water and Sewerage Board meeting it was reported Prospect Reservoir stood 0.67 ft below cr version level and had been stationary for eight days. Cataract Reservoir storage and evaporation losses were outlined, with concern over potential restrictions if rainfall remained scant.

Water and Sewerage Board Prospect Reservoir Pheasant’s Nest Prospect Metropolis Fai Melbourne Yan Yean Stokes Garrard

Sly Liquor Selling Case Increases Alarming

John Wilson a 32 year old carpenter was charged at Central Police Court this afternoon with selling beer on the 12th instant at St Hargrave Lane without a licence. Magistrate Mr King fined him £50 or three months. Mr Hayes led the prosecution highlighting rising offences against the Liquor Act.

John Wilson Central Police Court St Hargrave Lane King Hayes

Sailors in Market Street Brawl Face Court

Gustare Neilson, a Norwegian sailor, appeared before the Central Police Court on assault charges after a fight among eight sailors in Market Street. The constable, who intervened, described a volatile scene with a large crowd, and Neilson was fined for riotous behavior and for the assault.

Gustare Neilson Central Police Court Neilson Thea

Successful Students at Water Board Diploma

At a board meeting the secretary announced that Mesare F J Henry assistant accountant R Ayrne revenue auditor and E H Campbell principal bookkeeper earned the Associate of the Federal Institute of Accountants diploma after two years of self study. The board chose to recognize their achievement with congratulatory letters.

Water and Sewerage Board Mesare F. J. Henry R. Ayrne Revenue E. H. Campbell Associate of the Federal Institute of Accountants

Weather brings western showers and heat across the state

The Bydecey Observatory forecast warns of showers and thunder across the western districts and extending eastward with a southerly change. The 24 hour rain data shows Balranald, Broken Hill, Wentworth, Wilcannia among others recording fall while hot, dry spells persist elsewhere. A grass fire near Mylere Station burned significant pasture as heat and dust storms sweep the region.

Bydecey Observatory Darlice Murray New South Wales Balranald Broken Hill Bustan Jerriderie Moulameis Milparinka Tibooburra Wentworth Wilcannia Moulamein Wanaarine Westworth Hilranald Rourke Brewarrina Carinda Coolemen Cowra Dubbo Boston Guneedah Hey Hillstom Maredena Morangerei Mudgee Murrumburreh Wagen White Cliff Wilewania Cobar Deginquin Buster Wungerford Tweed Heads Wraps Wansaring Wilrennia Rinalong lOidem Westerday Mylere Statino Temora Windson

Victoria Receives Heavy General Rainfall Across State

Melbourne reports three inches of rain on the 26th hour as Victoria experiences a widespread downpour. The fall is described as general across the state with heavier conditions in the north.

Melbourne Victoria

Bankrupt petitions adjourned and diversions in court

Bankrupt court notes adjournment of George Thomson versus William M lntyre to January 7 due to service on respondent. C Tarrey and Company sue William Norris. An order of sequestration made with W H Palmer as official assignee. Alfred Heare Small versus T Ke Northern. withdrawal granted after settlement. Voluntary sequestration for James Martin of Woodview with W H Palmer as official assignee.

George Thomson William M'lntyre C. Tarrey and Company William Norris W. H. Palmer Alfred Heare Small T. Ke Northern Imaye James Martin Woodview Cazvin Gatrick Kyogit Sisignee

Lost Opportunities Quarrel Sparks Garden Memorial Idea

A woman told friends she quarreled with her husband and marked a tree in memory of their first falling out. A listener suggested the plan would have saved many spats if placed in their garden.

Too Late for Classifieds Notice on September Page

Advertisement heading notes late placement for classified items on the September page. Reads as a generic market recall with no detailed names, dates, or prices readable in the fragment.

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