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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 30, 1908
Page
11
The Evening News reports on Burns and Johnson amid boxing fever in Sydney. Johnson’s victory is noted as decisive, with debate over a rematch and funding for future fights. Controversy and public interest push calls for crowd control and a possible anti-hazing public meeting by Sydney officials.
Hushie Mcherao of Melbourne appointed Bill Sullivan for the weighty bout at the Gaiety Club Tuesday night. The match featured heavy exchanges, with Mehegan dominating most rounds, while Sullivan showed stubborn defense in a hard fought 12 rounds. A future lightweight title bout and other boxing notes dominated pre and post fight chatter.
The article notes reserved seating arrangements for Tate at Coley Book Arcade with upcoming events featuring Tommay Sema and a mention of Hadheater in the context of the program.
Police investigate two burglaries in the suburbs on Tuesday afternoon and Tuesday morning. At Doncaster Avenue Kensington an intruder entered a residence, stole clothing and a harness, and escaped. At Lyone Avenue Drummoyne the thief forced entry, taking clothing, a harness shirt, and other goods valued around £6.
Pope, a social figure in Hatfield, was jailed at Hertford Assizes for five years for forgery and fraud. Prosecution showed £12,009 obtained from multiple victims including Mrs Burns and Dr Barnes via forged mortgages and fake investments. Defence portrayed Pope as reckless and beguiled, with the judge noting extensive losses and deliberate deceit.
Late John Ellis Ermonds Gowing of Cowrie Brothers Sydney publishers and tailors died at Landhouse Mindincon Street Branmore on October 2. By his will dated June 25 18m trustees John Ellis Gow ing farmer of Doudingalong and Praston Lan cheater Gowing merchant of Srancy were executors. Estate valued at £9575 34. Widow and six children to receive the estate.
In the Industrial Arbitration inquiry the Bookbinding Trade was told of proposed minimums for apprentices and week hours. Employers pressed for a 4 hour day and 4 shillings weekly minimum. Witnesses from J Thousands, Nashalls, W E Smiths and Collins and Son supported lower rates while stressing competitiveness and imports. A bookbinder with 40 years in the trade argued against rigid minimums, noting 48 hour weeks and variable pay.
Public notices list contractors for North Sydney drainage and conduit works, pole supply and erection between Mount Donald and Darbye Pali, and a long postal service equipment order. It itemizes prices for ducts, depths, wooden poles, wire, and associated hardware across Sydney regions. Names include Gunton and Kavz, James Dorens and Deatel Mell, George Elliott, John Wilton, and Lawrence and Hansen. The document reflects multiple contracts and supply bids for telecommunications and postal service infrastructure.
The report lists officers from the Australian Infantry Regiment and Second Australian Light Horse Regiment receiving promotions or consideration for captain and major ranks after practical examinations. Names include Perrier Coulter Shillington Mower Robertson and other officers, with scores in field engineering and map reading. The piece notes an instruction camp viewing period at Tarra Bay and related schedule details for families and the public.
Fragmented OCR text shows an auction sale notice with unclear buyer and lot details. Readable elements indicate a sale by auction likely involving property or goods and a local authority or organizer. Further readable context is insufficient to identify names, dates, or precise items.
A Melbourne meeting of leading cricketers from New South Wales and Victoria, with Beards of Canada mentioned, debated actions toward the Board of Control. Arguments centered on payments, travel costs, and representation. a resolution was adopted urging a unified Australian players’ stand and a joint deputation to the Board.
Carcoar residents press the Railway Commissioners over gate timing at Grange crossing. Delay in closing gates when roads open risks stock and trains, with officials noting safety costs and past near misses. The mayor seeks a firm solution. commissioners cite broader railway safety constraints and funding limits.
A scrambled notice from Pennsylvania hints at a splendid opportunity tied to Prevelas Inc and a figure named Tanee, suggesting a business or legal opportunity. The text merges names and places with unclear terms, leaving readers with a fragmentary sense of a potential venture or inquiry.
The article describes a strict New Year’s Eve régime with police readiness to counter hooliganism and fireworks. It notes amendments to public order law and a strong police presence to keep celebrations peaceful while banning dangerous displays.
New York society during Horse Show Week packs Madison Square Garden as the Four Hundred gaze at lavish parades of wealth. Women wear sable cloaks and priceless lace while men display finery. a veterinary dentist charms onlookers by gilding horses' teeth.
An Anspacian General of Police told an Evening News reporter there will be no repetition of last year’s New Year Eve disturbances. He outlined decisive steps, ordered officers to act promptly, and warned that explosive devices and dangerous instruments would be removed to prevent injuries during the celebrations.
The ship sails from Del xeige Wart Miller's Point at 08 am tomorrow for Plymouth and London calling at Australian and South African ports. Port cargo includes 1224 bales wool 1848 quarters bear and 4300 Boxes butter. Route calls at Newcastle and Sydney yield 3800 bales wool 5203 cages copper and 2800 Dage eumar. Passenger list features Captain Tuckey and several named travelers.
Bankruptcy court records show voluntary sequestration for Rowland Etsund Lemthall, of Bytoe xa civil agteer. The filing references a Teemtock bearing on the case and creditors are to be notified of proceedings.
A four masted barque Olympic arrived at Sydney this morning amid much attention. The vessel, with a full rig, drew crowds as she proceeded to her anchorage. The Campana City of Adelaide and other ships are nearby in port.
Fragmentary report notes approaching timber shortage, impacts on global supply and forest management. Mentions commissions, inspections, and scheduled hearings as authorities consider actions to preserve forests and allocate remaining resources for future demand. Strong entities include government officials and timber market players amid growing concern.
An offender charged with abducting and selling a wife to the defendant for five pounds two years ago faces trial. The woman, Mary Cutierith, aged around 34, alleges repeated abuse and ill treatment by the defendant, who also had 12 children with her. The case details were presented in the Danmow district proceedings.
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