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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 29, 1908
Page
4
Rumor of Johnson’s hospital check after a recent bout sparks Johnson to deny weakness and issue a flat challenge to Burns. He says he will fight any day this week for £2000, plans Melbourne trip, and accuses Burns of feigning sympathy while plotting to sway public opinion.
Tommy Burns spoke to a reporter at The Gungalo stating he would fight Johnson when ready. Johnson claimed Burns insulted his wife and that the challenge was for publicity. Burns said his ankle was improving and expected a fair fight after recovery.
In cloudy warm conditions at the Melbourne Cricket Ground Victoria beat New South Wales by an innings and 47 runs after a lengthy first-innings effort of 369. Laver and Hazlitt led Victoria with steady stands, while NSW struggled in chase as Vernon, Emery and Hopkins shared early wickets.
In the afternoon Gray scored 90 points with seven visits to the table, then made a 105 break on the red and followed with a 173 break, 171 of which came from the red. Lindrum’s best were 8 and 68, with the session ending as noted among the scoresCorey 9 Lindrum 8207.
Rembla Welter of twenty sovereigns and Maiden Welter at Wollongong feature a list of contenders including Antium and Mogadore. Other entries include Yorretide Stairs and Berber in the Maidens and Trial Stakes, with Boomey and Antium noted among top weights in the handicaps and sprints.
A large Sidney contingent traveled to Wollongong for the races this afternoon. The train was divided and a racehorse named Dreyfus collapsed and died en route to the event. Dreyfus had starred at picnic race meetings and was set to race in the Kembla Welter and Wollongong Handicap. Also noted are scratchings for Tathersall's Club meeting tomorrow, with Adele, Apple Pit, Lady Annette among entries.
The Imperial German mail steamer Manila from Hongkong via New Guinea berthed at Circular Quay in Sydney this afternoon with 96 officers and men aboard. She faced a 48 hour typhoon en route to Mapile and will sail tomorrow for Port Adelaide to join the GALS Roan. Customs men searched the ship for stowaways but officers expect all aboard to be paid passengers after checks at Hongkong and New Guinea. Cargo from New Guinea included 3700 bags of copra and related produce.
William Crapo, a wickerworker, faced Restern Police Court for playing two up in Edward Lane Darlington on December 35. After evidence, Acting BNL Mr King noted no prior charges and the case sparked debate over penalties. The magistrate sentenced Crapo to 11 days hard labor to deter others.
In Port Macquarie a complimentary supper was tendered to Mr. Lee Minister for Works at McDopoughs Hotel by representative citizens with Mr. Davidson M L A present. Mr. Lee left for Kempsey with Mr. R Pavitsop and will depart for Sydney tomorrow. His health is reported completely restored. A 12 year old boy named Rees, son of a well known forwarding agent, drowned in a dam near Parkes Railway Station this morning.
Fresh developments in Sydney touch the dispute over England tour terms. Board of Control members await decisions as Melbourne players may press fresh points at tonight’s meeting. Most players oppose the board but some support the tour plan. tensions rise between Victorian and NSW factions amid talks of a £18000 tour and possible selectors shift.
Local council complaints over misbehavior in Redfern Park lead to plain clothes constables patrolling the area. At the park’s southeast corner a group of youths hooted and fought as officers pursued them. Robert McConville and Michael Collins, both 17, were charged after December 2. The magistrate warned that harsher action could follow if behavior does not improve, with fines or seven days imprisonment imposed.
Willian O'Donnell, 28, a laborer, faced Glebe Falien Court charges alleging he struck Charlies Stainsby Orr with a bottle or tumbler on Christmas morning after an exchange on St John's road. Orr and Sydney Byron Orr testified. Michael Kelly supported. O'Donnell denied serious harm, saying the incident began after a confrontation. He was fined £12 plus expenses for three witnesses and four months hard labor.
Elizabeth Gold a married woman was charged at Water Police Court this morning with theft from Hordern Brothers Mill Street Eytiner lace a mechanical monkey and toys valued at £2104. She pleaded guilty and was found in possession of the items after leaving the store on December 22. Detective Hoskisson cited a prior September sentence of two months for theft. Gold was sentenced to three months imprisonment. Frederick Alfred a 60 year old Frenchman faced Central Police Court for stealing three bottles of scent and a cake of soap valued at 4s from Anthony Hordern and Sons. He admitted previous New Caledonia service and liberation. He was sentenced to six months hard labor.
Alfred Watson and Herbert Hughes, City Council workers, cleared leaves in Gregory Avenue Moore Park when a paper parcel was found in a drain. Opening it revealed the body of an infant. Constable Phelan from Darlinghurst police took the remains to the morgue. The sex could not be determined due to advanced decomposition.
Maritime brief detailing arrivals and departures in December. Ships include Manila bound from SDL Compans'sa with Captain Walker and forces from Hongkong. Moana under Captain Morriudy from Vancouver. Gitte Bright from Valparaiso. and several others via ports. Harbors listed include Cott Harbor, Newcastle, Manila, China, Japan, Melbourne, Port Macquarie, and Sydney. Vessels aboard from Bremen to Brisbane and Queensland coast movements noted with times around 3 to 7 am. Houlder Line movements recap Oswestry Grange to Wellington, Langston Granger to Adelaide, and Drayton Grange to Liverpool.
At South Greta Colliery miners protest over pricing for shooting firing and wheeling machine cut coal. After a 15 day stoppage with written guarantees, manager Miller refuses to allow board use. Deputation meets him. he insists on continuing work and threatens to hire fillers. Driver expected to strike if unresolved.
A mass meeting of Newcastle District Smelters Union and Sulphide Corporation Employees Union resolved to amalgamate and form a political unity affiliated with the Political Labor League. Speakers criticized the Government for gagging workers while the chairman said no industrial trouble is expected next year at the Sulphide Works as management will confer with employees. smelting to resume early in the New Year.
Chief Secretary Mr Wood leaves Sydney tonight for a brief visit to Leura where Acting Premier Mr Ashton is staying. He plans to return tomorrow. Blue Mountains reports note a pleasant Christmas holiday with thousands of visitors arriving by train and the scenery described as bronzed by sunshine. Weather described as delightful.
catalog of fashion goods lists sterling silver mounted hat pins with a free presentation box for each pie, ladies fancy tartan hose in various prices, children's tartan socks sized for young feet, tartan neckties from The Forty-Second Gordon line, and a selection of gentlemen's umbrellas with leather handles and varied prices.
Farmers report prolonged drought in the Dubbo district causing anxiety as spring grasses fail and stock are moved to greener regions. Rain in past six weeks brought some grass growth but not enough to sustain herds through the harsh months ahead. The wool clip is light and prices weak, yet most stock remain healthy and in fair condition despite losses.
The weather bulletin reports warm to hot conditions across the area with cloudy periods and scattered southern locations. Winds mainly from the east to the north, with dry and fair conditions overall, ending with warm temperatures as the 24 hour synopsis concludes.
A fragmented notice describes a new gas mantle named Vary Brand by Incandescent Coy at Sydney Arcade. The text mentions sales, repairs, and a commercial push urging public interest in the product.
The Referee previews tomorrow’s edition with a full account and careful analysis by The Amateur boxing authority. The piece promises a complete, fully illustrated report that aims to be authoritative worldwide.
A forthcoming Shilling Book from the Referee Office will cover the Hurns and Johnson fight and the events leading up to it. Orders are being taken by Sunday Times News Paper Co Ltd and newsagents.
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