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Newspaper

Sydney Evening News

Location

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Dec 31, 1901

Page

3

Victoria and New South Wales battle to narrow victory at Melbourne

On the fourth day in Melbourne Victoria resumed on 121 for a shaky start as Worrall and M'Beth opened. M'Leod and Trumble built a late stand for Victoria, while Noble and Laver bowled tightly for New South Wales. Hastings and McMichael contributed key runs but Victoria chased a target that NSW edged by 62, ending 12-2108 with McMichael not out 12 and Hastings 12, New South Wales claiming a narrow victory.

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Escaped Prisoner Sparks New Police Hunt

A young man arrested after the escape of Sparks from Pintridge Gaol draws police focus. Detectives seek witnesses from Dolany and nearby areas to connect Sparks with recent robberies and the Botany sticking case, while awaiting further leads from Melheurns.

Olner Maqetn Bydney Sparks Vilna Ruthrsien Paar Spitnes Fack Dolany Maine

Federal Department of Home Affairs to move to Melbourne

Sydney hosts the Department of Home Affairs as it prepares for reassembly of the Federal Parliament in Melbourne next month. Sir William Lyne remains in charge with Major Miller assisting as Under-Secretary. The chief clerk Mr Hingle oversees Melbourne work.

Tme Sydney William Lyne Wall Melbourne Seins Major Miller Department Glerk Mr. Hingle N.S.W. Lands Department

Forest Lodge Races and Handicaps Narrowly Won

Race report from Forest Lodge listing Novich Vandicap results for 4 furlongs with Riverswing, Malverna and Margaret among starters. Pony Trot and Forest Lodge Handicap details follow with winners Lilac, Elwyn and Loyal Prix. Betting odds cited, times and distances noted. a misweighting correction regarding Kensington Weab Handicap appears.

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Homebush Stock Sales Show Mixed Prices for Sheep and Cattle

Buyers purchased 1628 cattle and about 29 404 sheep at Homebush, with prime stock achieving higher prices. Prime bullocks sold to £11, medium £10, good £5, and cows around £6. Prime wethers ranged near 11s 19 1/8d, merino and crossbred lambs and ewes issued varying prices. Lambs sold at 1s to 5s for prime, with rest at lower levels.

Licensing Court Approves Licensing Transfers and Extensions at Sydney Court

Central Licensing Court yesterday transferred publican licences. Catherine Baith to William Hamilton Burwood Hotel and Martha Payya executrix to Hurstville Hotel. An application by Mr. Adames of Tattersall's Hotel sought extensions to George Street premises to add 10 bedrooms and better facilities for guests. The bench will inspect the premises Friday at 2 pm and rules on the extension next month. Two women at Central Police Court refused to plead to language charges, claiming illness after admitting drink.

Central Licensing Court Piblicana Lcences Catherine Baith William Hamilton Burwood Martha Payya Jona James Porte Hurstville WW. J- Adama, Mvenser Tattersall’s George

The Commonwealth Contingent Enlistment Drive

Melbourne report on the Imperial and Federal contingents for South Africa. Officials outline enrollment rules for single men, medical endorsements, and travel with emphasis on returned soldiers and allied officers. Applications surge but only a fraction pass muster. Defence and command staff coordinate arrangements at Victoria Barracks.

South Africa Yeaterday Victoria Carracks Ahmed Mai Starkemate A.A.G Mackenzie Annie Ahnen Diehl A.A.C N.S.W Wilh Kip London French Downes Gordon Finn Lag Melbourne Chotala Collius Victoria Victoria Barracks

Collision at Sydney Harbor Court Report on Bunya Bunya and Kurraba

The Marine Court hearing into the November collision between the Bunya Bunya and the Kurraba near Circular Quay, involving Pacific and South Australian vessels, found the Pacific master Charlie Veous at fault for crossing the Bunya Bunyas bow in contravention of collision rules. Judges Backhouse and court noted the Kurraba and Bunya Bunya could have avoided the crash had they acted sooner and ordered the Pacific master to pay the inquiry costs.

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Drought and bush fires devastate vast Australian district

A severe drought and massive bush fires swept Wantabadgery and surrounding areas causing widespread destruction. Over 300000 acres burned, fences and grazing lost, and numerous homesteads and outbuildings damaged or destroyed. Several injuries reported among residents and stock losses confirmed. A dramatic whirlwind fire event halted firefighting and forced families to flee.

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Bourke on Trial for Alleged Cab Racket in Private Yard

Local court heard Joseph Bourke accused of engaging in a disorderly act involving cabrosman and two war ships in a Bourke yard. Witnesses described a tense night with a revolving door of suspects and scattered cigars, while police testified to Bourke's statements denying involvement. The magistrate reserved ruling on Thursday afternoon with further cases adjourned.

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Day Labor Works Plan Erection of Penitentiary

A Myainter for Works stated yesterday that he intended to proceed as soon as possible with the erection of the Little Boy Penitentiary and the Fisher Library at the university. Both projects are to be carried out under day labor supervision.

Sesterday Somalia Little Boy Penitentiary Fisher Liteary Vaireraity

Defective Summons Denies Customs Duty Claim

In the summons division before St Squithere S.C Arthur Charles Showhan faced a charge from the Department of Trade regarding dealing with contraband goods under the Customs Act 1901. The court heard evidence that the accused and others consumed goods while the inquiry was ongoing and a fine of five pounds plus costs was ordered.

St Squithere S.C Arthur Charles Showhan

Newcastle Dock Question Sparks Government Action

In a fragmented report about proposed docks near Newcastle on the Hunter River, Blackstone and Symmonds seek ministerial talks on a possible wave-dock at Heewastie and a separate project at Dwarpent Inland. The article notes ongoing negotiations with Lamia residents and mentions coal shipments and a private meeting invitation to discuss a tram dock truss plan.

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Perry's Demands Echo Delegates Reform Push at Ferry Talks

Private talks among Perry Owners Giscuan members outlined wage and service issues affecting ferry operations. Workers sought higher pay and better conditions, while officials warned of possible service disruptions if demands persisted. A meeting at Minds ta Ee eu Fe was slated to discuss the ongoing wage dispute and potential resolutions.

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Troublesome Liver Allegations Stir Boston Sport Circles

A sprawling, fragmentary report recounts a heated controversy surrounding a liver ailment narrative tied to athletic figures. The piece intermittently references Harvard, Clemen, and Meyers with scattered notes on meetings, investigations, and public reaction, conveying turmoil in sports governance and rumors without clear, cohesive details.

Fragmented prompt yields unclear public note

OCR noise fills the text with garbled phrases about murals and civic topics. No coherent event or entities are readable to identify a date place or people. The fragment offers no actionable facts or named organizations to summarize.

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