Sieths Marriages And Deaths Notice
In memoriam notices for Henrietta Duffin and family deceased. Includes bereavements from December with names such as Crann t and Amy Ley. Expressions of love and remembrance from spouses, siblings, and relatives.
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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 30, 1903
Page
4
In memoriam notices for Henrietta Duffin and family deceased. Includes bereavements from December with names such as Crann t and Amy Ley. Expressions of love and remembrance from spouses, siblings, and relatives.
The Opir sails for London on Saturday with a lengthy passenger list including Canon Cedller Mr and Mrs Bartlett Mr J Cares Str W Doug lay Mr Dectrey and many others. The voyage is listed under Peo Orient-Pacific RMS with numerous names and a mix of titles and initials.
January 31 marks the deadline for tenders to replace the current mul terview with a cheaper swifter system. Federal Postmaster General has received inquiries from Bugieh and American firms, with comments from Sir Thomas Sutherland about the Peninsular and Oriental Company. The piece hints at potential severing of ties between this country and the company.
The article traces the P and 0 mail contract saga with Australia and Singapore routes, noting prior failures and cost shifts. It critiques government decisions, compares bids by the Eastern and Anetra Nina Company, and questions whether newer services can beat established firms on speed and price while warning against abandoning experienced servants for flashier entrants.
A nautical column compares a near collision in the Tasman Sea to unique survival feats. It speculates that watertight compartments and deck actions could have prevented total loss, noting fog hindered chances of rescue and highlighting the peril faced by both vessels.
The crew recounts a miraculous escape from disaster as a ship battled a heavy gale. The bow, masts, and deck were stripped away during a dramatic downward sweep, yet both crews claim survival on that fateful Christmas morning.
Melbourne reports note heavy rains and rough surface on the Melbourne wicket. Officials are working the pitch toward a ready state for the day after Christmas, as public interest grows with the England versus Australia test looming.
A goods train leaving Pearith during a test trip collided with a nitric acid leak. Guard Lennox died after exposure to fumes as the train halted near Penrith. Railway officials investigate the accident and a memorial time is planned at Penrith in the near term.
December 28 report from Landon notes the Admiralty seeks more submarines than in any prior year. A navy statement explains submarine construction and completion figures between April 1 and March 30, detailing passes to the West Reserve and related programs.
London dispatch reports Russia plans a railway projection from Samarkand toward Afghanistan, highlighting Termjous war and strategic transit routes. The note identifies Baysorten and Tyomamapien as principal authorities in the area with unnamed plans and dates.
A fragment reports a Siberian prison governor accused of cruel acts including torture and rack methods. The garbled December date suggests a sensational claim of inhumane punishment and mistreatment within a penal facility.
London items report two Congo natives arriving in Liverpool for sleeping sickness treatment. The wheat afloat market notes European and Atlantic wheat shipments and prices. Stock prices from Melbourne and Sydney include Bank of New South Wales, National Bank of New Zealand, and other issues, with various debentures and tramway shares listed.
The retiring Lord Mayor of Sydney delivers a valedictory address as council members clash over an Amending Musicivas Bill, building act delays, Belmore Markets fate, and the transfer of the lending branch to the city. Local leaders urge reforms including a Local Government Act and reduced council membership while councils adjust shop hours for New Year’s.
Destructive weather and a storm ravaged crops across the region, with farmers Goodwin, White, Kerr, and Rairliffe reporting major losses at their fields. Fowl losses and scattered damage to poultry accompanied the event, while roads or trains were halted or delayed as crews worked to restore access and assess the extent of the damage.
Rentlowan residents heard from council that the recent shipboard incident near Conger involved a M16 weapon claim. The speaker warned of legal action or personal challenges if a satisfactory explanation was not provided, leaving aldermen cautious and promises of further inquiry.
Drowned while bathing as a group including Mr. and Mrs Roland Gow and Mr. Heap left the Denk of the Nepean after a swimming attempt. Mr Moger and nephew Cech attempted a rescue in shallow water but the boy could not be saved before Help arrived. Fire and police attended, noting the near drowning and subsequent death.
Fragmentary OCR describes a sale involving GOAT and Rheumatine products, mentioning Temedy and Southaks soot and kmusomatic fills and a gala event. It references a corner at Overge and Harris and unclear details about fees and timing.
Fragmented OCR note shows an auction notice with a time around 1230 and a street or area reference near Williams Street. Details are obscured but indicate a public sale event advertised in the newspaper.
A festive message describing ancient bells and cards, mentioning a dedication to readers and the idea of a large gathering or event. The prose is decorative and dreamlike, with references to a distant port and a timeless celebration.
London dispatch reports Japan accelerating military and industrial mobilization in wartime buildup. Observers note intensified production for armoured craft and war materials. Purchases and orders for weapons and transport are reported, with figures suggesting substantial prewar procurement and strategic readiness.
In London a December report outlines New Fore and Teila efforts to consolidate influence in the region. It notes the opposing party argues for stabilizing Rosla's influence in Kaxstan while My Partul, the Remviao Minister, pushes a bold plan to counter this.
A mangled report notes Russia's advancing position alarming China and prompting fears of foreign entanglement. It mentions railway projects and regional tensions around Manchuria, Japan, and Britain, with Chinese authorities reacting to the shifting balance as war looms in the Far East.
A garbled report from London notes delays in a Russian preparation effort with mentions of Chicago figures and a plan to deliver by January 22. It states Rosle tan Little transport in Manchuria detouring from the railway and a determined attack being planned for at least another period.
In London December 2 an official note cites the need for royal reserve measures. Defense plans discuss additional men and equipment, including submarines and stores, with emphasis on maintaining naval strength and crew employment.
Incomplete OCR text from the Berlin London area discusses a wave and potential pestle event and mentions Star Beal in relation to a brewing situation.
London reports urge immediate submissions to The Hague for arbitration by Germany and Japan while Allied governments weigh naval and military options. The article notes Russia and Japan in conflict, Britain facing possible demands on naval power, and Germany seeking support as public sentiment shifts toward decisive action amid tense Far Eastern developments.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a man named Wilism 3Leed and Be Ret with a fractured injury. It notes a residence on Wellertreet and a referenced health event tied to a rebuild. Details are incomplete and names appear garbled.
A garbled OCR note describes a product claiming to ease stomach distress by soothing the gut. The fragment mentions a concoction with ingredients and a supposed health benefit. The text lacks clear attribution or date.
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