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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 29, 1900
Page
11
The article describes preparations for a city centennial celebration with festivities, a singing program by schoolchildren, and ceremonial arrangements. It notes water, food, and medical provisions, safety measures, and transportation for attendees, including special trams and guards. It mentions the secretary and committee involvement and hints at controversy over delays and administration.
A Victorian era letter warns of danger and disarray if January 3 public demonstration proceeds. Critics fear 10,000 children will be moved through crowded streets to a park, risking injury, with tram service disrupted. Readers urge safety measures and accountability for Bridges, Guthel, and the Minister.
Report notes foggy conditions as cavalry, Indian section, mounted police parade in camp. Troops march past infantry as crowds imitate the scene for Tuesday’s procession. Officials urge restraint on bouquets and flags during the event to avoid accidents. Musicians resist a forced hymn, poets seek redress, and rumors swirl about a controversial judging committee.
A colonial reflection cites Twofold Bay Eden in New South Wales as lacking a municipal council and mayor. The Kalgoorlie visit highlighted the need for civic facilities for travelers and local tourists, with calls for action by Premier and Colonial Secretary.
A horticulturist urges authorities to block night access to the upper Palace Gardens during celebrations. He warns crowds would damage flower beds and lawns, recalling prior day crowds injuring garden areas. He questions whether authorities can balance public enjoyment with preserving the gardens’ beauty.
A North Sydney coroner’s inquiry into the death of Thomas Preston Houlton concluded he was fatally injured by a shark during a swim from Long Bay to Folly Point. Witnesses described blood in the water and the body later recovered by Samuel Mannell. A doctor testified the injuries were fatal and the coroner returned a verdict of death from shark-inflicted injuries.
News by Cable reports Lord Kitchener halting the eastern Boer column near Pratoris and pursuing toward Venter Sad while the western force heads north from Strydenberg. Boers raided Boksburg, damaged mining gear, and a Yeomanry squadron was ambushed but all captured riders later released with horses and saddles seized. Major H M Grenfell reports Boer withdrawal under Krutzlinger with burned carts and mounts as Lancers suffer eight casualties including Lt F Blackwood.
A Glasgow mixup sees a suit for 40,900 pounds for breach of promise at marriage. Martial law spreads in Besa Tork Weal and Carnarvon, as Cape Colony commando actions unfold against Commandant De Wet with rebels among the dispersed forces.
Reported actions involve Von Waldtrass with 60 men near Yungiauw and Preutain pursuing Chinese forces that fled toward Ku-an-ualea. Major-George J.T. Cumming and units guard the railway near the Boxers while Germans and Japanese engage pirates between TheatelD and Taku. Allies investigate burning of a cabinet minister, Colotel Tullobe plans to destroy a recently visited cowne, and Chinese envoys appeal to powers in Pei.
London dispatch says Commandant De Wet President Steyn and Commandant Haarbruck met and agreed to surrender if rebels face no punishment and if they and other leaders of Unt Hoers are not deported.
London dispatch reports The Prince of Wales's Dragon Guards stationed at the Curragh have been ordered to South Africa. The King's Dragon Guards will also join, taking saddle equipment, a rifle and sword instead of carbine and lance.
London reports two Australian soldiers died of enteric fever. Private B. Quigley of the New South Wales Bush Contingent died at Lichemburg and Private W. Butter of the Queensland Bush Contingent died at Pratoria. Private J. Quigley, a native of Araluen, was among those specially enrolled for the Bush Contingent.
London December reports say Major-General Sir H E Colville, after returning from South Africa and the Lindley Yeomanry loss inquiry, was to be reinstated in Gibraltar command but was urged by Acting C in C General Sir Evelyn Wood to resign. Colville declined, returning to England as The Times hints at scrutiny of Sir John Brodrick amid wartime political pressure.
A skating accident at Deamotnes in the United States left forty-nine children dead after the ice broke and eighty-two others were saved. The tragedy occurred as fifty-one children skated on the river, with authorities launching rescue efforts as the ice gave way.
London wholesale murder scare reports three deaths linked to tainted beer in a Mauchoire area netriar. Police investigate possible cause of adulteration as the public seeks answers amid rising fears. Local authorities urge calm while details emerge.
Reports from London dated December 28 describe Marcin's wireless telegraphy system as a great success during gales. The system faced unfavorable results in England due to very dry atmospheric conditions affecting signal transmission.
London reports Turkish guards stopped the British Embassy party in Constantinople claiming they were near a powder magazine. Mr de Bunon and Mr Villiers were assaulted, and Colonel Pontonby was slashed in the face and bayoneted in the back. de Bunon demands punishment and apology from command.
London reports show bar silver movement with small gains and a drop in later prices. France postpones tariff detail specs for six months. A new order of knighthood is announced by the Queen. Fire devastates a warehouse at the East India Docks, with substantial losses of hemp and goods and several steamers damaged.
Cotami Plequari, retired French Army officer, denounces amnesty offered by government. He condemns the latest article by Rocheturi in L’Intransigeant and urges judicial inquiry into alleged disclosure during the Amnesty Bill debate in the Chamber of Deputies. Captain Dreyfus asks government to investigate the matter further while defender Hueytus pledges continued support.
A disastrous blast at the Zoological Gardens during a drill with the Royal Horse Artillery wounded ten men from the AMON Regiment and two from England. Major Amalih declared near life, while several others were hurt including a sergeant. Bodies were removed to the Victoria Barracks as the unit recovered.
An uneven press pass and unclear text describe a chaotic scene with mentions of military work, political oversight, and a questionable sequence of events. Amid mixed phrases, the article hints at governance, wartime context, and public notices surrounding a controversial topic.
Mixed text from Randwick training notes describes workouts and horse stables. Mentions various horses and trainers in a period voice, noting gallops, furlongs, and time trials across different sees. Includes references to Vein Weee and KCAL in a racing context without clear outcomes.
Monday mails depict confusion at the General Post Office with misrouted envelopes to Norfolk and nearby areas. The article notes delayed deliveries and a confused schedule as local clerks attempt to sort valley routes and service times.
Disordered notes reference Sir Henry Parkes and a reported event at Faulnridee with Henry Parkins noted in a rank. The garbled text mentions ev B Clayman of Springwood and Leen earning ten pounds repayment and a scene involving January 1 at wan.
A chaotic federal report describes explosive incidents near the Seeth Coast and Mehra, noting blasts and disruptions at multiple locations. It references US inspectors, labor protection, and a broad search for responsible groups amid public warnings and impending anniversaries.
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