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Newspaper

Sydney Evening News

Location

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Feb 03, 1908

Page

2

Racing notes from Wollongong meeting and related records

A lengthy racing summary from Wollongong covers the upcoming trip by rail, racing entries, and results. Climax wins the Flying Handicap while The Winter tumbles as favorite in trials. Lady Loch defeats Friska by a neck in the Hedden Greta Handicap, and Park Stakes results highlight Merle and Bir Rodgers. Jockeys Gainsford and others feature in local events with broader mentions of Caulfield and Melbourne Cup preparations. The piece also notes breeding, training changes, and upcoming meetings at Victoria Park and Goulburn.

Wollongong Central Railway Station Vna Heddon Grove Dows Wve Climax Trigond Olivis Tria Sir Triscram Oratoria Whic T. Paylen Melbourne V.R.C Caulfield Australia Flashlock Canning Park West Australia Sir Fate Lady Foote Craroviteh Little Berns Park Malisss Peters Bax Victoria Park Paultown Ture Jones Mr. Peters Apologue Walter Hickenbotham Flemington Bsce Newmarket Scotland Little Toy Seddon

Extraordinary listing advertises rare books and supplies

A fragmentary newspaper ad markets second hand school books, general books, and various commodities. It touts high prices and mentions candles, gold, silver, and a carle a baby description.

Tyrrell Cina

Boxing Bout Ends In Points Victory At Q safety Club

Russell 137 and Costelo 12 13 boxed a 24 pound match at the Q safety Club Saturday night. The bout went full length and Balab Puan] was declared the winner on points. Monners defeated Bottom on points in the preliminary.

Russell Costelo Qafety Monners

New Zealand and Australia Athletics Selections Noted

Mr. R Coomben sole selector for Australasia championships to be held at Hobart on February 2 and March 3 has named N C Barker W O’Brien and CP Stewart as initial selections. Henderson Trembath Murray and Orball named as New Zealand representatives at the Melbourne event. Trembath won the 441 yards and hurdles championships. Murray won the 440 yards hurdles title.

Mr. R. Coomben N.S Wo Teom Hobart N. C. Barker W. O'Richly CP Stewart Molarl Sn Trembath New Zealand Murray

Sailing Race Results From Royal Sydney and NSW Clubs

The article reviews multiple yacht events with results from the Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron and the Sydney region clubs. Winners include the Magic skippered by J Murray, Culwale with W M Marks, and Webber for Australia JC. Zea Molleson second, Bowe second, Ensign second, Moray third, NSW fourth in various handicap contests.

Eyaney Water Chui Port Jackson Bilt Club Tory Royal Sydnay Yaont Squadron J. Murray Tsmin W M. Marks T Brockhol Ser Waa Ehw Syssey Club Australia Ensign F Petheitige Moray Bincray NSW St. George St Hanley Air Motor Jervis Luis Euchre Ib. Shambles Edith Craven

South Sydney District Club to Hold Handicap Swim Meet

The South Sydney District Club schedules a Wednesday evening handicap at Cooxee Anuarium Batho with listed starts including L. Rig Jey act J.C. Rigiey and others. Aiming to stage competitive heats, names such as G. Golder, A. Harman, W. Hampsru, and T. Anbott appear among participants.

South Sydney Cooxee Anuarium L. Rig Jey J.C. Rigiey G. Golder A. Harman W. Risley

Rose Bay Club Sports Carnival Officials Named

The Rose Bay Club appoints officials for its sports annual championship carnival at Rose Bay Baths on Saturday. Referee GH Stainley. judges H Heely J Chambers F A Randle. starter B Keers. timekeepers W Kerr L L Plageliaud H W Roberts. handicapper H Smith. density of names includes Alderman Moore Dykes O Devis and many others.

Bathtub Billiards Night Ends With Gray Smith Duel

Members of the Commercial Travellers Association were entertained with a billiard watch duel between Mantera George Gray and Frank Smith junior. Both scored 608 points. Gray led by a narrow margin earlier, twice reaching the century mark and finishing with a strong performance in a lengthy, hour long session. The event featured fancy shots, crystal balls, and notable hospitality from HC Holden.

Commercial Travellers’ Association Mantera George Gray Frank Smith Jun Cuolsia Civic Club Young Gray SE Pointa Gray Splendid Farm Bilt Maater Smithad Harry Gray Mosir Gray Holden

Great thought silent work Loreto Convent opened by Cardinal

A cardinal blessed and opened the Loreto Convent at Milson's Point North Sydney on Sunday afternoon in a nurse gathering. The ceremony included Monsignor Haran and OBrien, Rev Fathers Fay and Brenan, and MUSA. The house and grounds, purchased for £4500, were renovated with modern additions to aid the Sisters. Cardinal Moran introduced Loreto since 15 years ago, with regional work across Sydney and surrounding areas, and the event was witnessed by local clergy and community members.

Loretus Sievers Carabella-street Milson's Point North Sydney Cardinal Moran Monsighar Haran Alonaignor O'Brien Fathers Milty J. Fay SJ. Brenan S.J Mere. Musa Dr. Donovan E. W_ O'Sullivan Mesa. Coffey C. G. Hepburn E. Bryant N. Colling W. J. Coogan Colling Erdands Warren Soran Ana Loretta Sigoro New South Wales Thay Handwick Hornsby Ani North Syiney Sydney Munks

Mealy Colisen Hospital annual meeting reports figures

At the annual meeting of the Mealy Colisen Hospital the president Mr Trenchard Smith presided. The report notes the number of Purisuteerated during the year, average daily patient residence of fourteen days, beds per capita, and maintenance costs. Officials elected include patrons Mr Dugald Thomson, Mr Richard Arthur, and the Mayor, with F Trenchard as president and Mrs Gay and others as vice presidents.

Mealy Colisen Hospital Mtr Dugald Thomson MLB Ty Richard Arthur Mda Moir F. Tranchard Inlih Mgay Momara Hanon Bays Sadler Crustaex Maesrs Qarrill Housos Marshall Willian Woods Hou A. W. E Weaver Stevens Valiri Dodglass Warturron Messrs Hasell Hogas Learmonth Mitchell Nott Paceston Robartann A. J.P Stevens Wiikinew George Powell

Important Land Case Before Goulburn Board

The case concerns a seedholder dispute over a forfeiture and possible reversal, with Whitty opposing O Briens agitation. Evidence shows O'Brien sought a full lease covering 68 acres and 91 acres deemed essential for the remaining Mir acres. The Board recommended granting O'Brien's application and denying Whitty's reversal of forfeiture.

Tobal Whitty O'Brien Tara Ubelense Tha Mater Goulburn Lacd Board W. Johnson A.M. Betts AG. Witts Tentangara Branos Weitty

Temora Hospital Finances and Staffing Report

A fragmentary note references Temora Hospital, its finances, and staffing. It mentions a Dr Glilsane and a Unitarian minister, with unclear dates and local newspaper cross references. The text is incomplete, offering minimal concrete details about the hospital’s operations.

Manly Alderman’s Retirement Memoir on Town Conditions

Retired Manly Alderman Léarmonth writes a note on Manly’s welfare through his mayoral year. He describes health, water quality, finances, and planned public works, noting low rates for the area and a cautious path toward improvements while praising local governance and future building needs.

Léarmonth Manly Council Manly Department of Hrafth Wien Aengnnis Yarbor Fea Cskeidorabie Interart Rwalds Ty ‘Spit Co Manly Leas Ana Probasiny Consimllion England

Fruitgrowers Hopeful as Rains Aid Orchard Crops

The Tyde district orchards show uneven water retention with deep surface marks. Most holdings are well worked though some shallowly soaked soils threaten drought damage. Rain arrived in time to sap summer trees and boost the first crop, with hopes for a second crop after the downpour. Farmers foresee replanting peas and beans to fill gaps and the general outlook for fruit growers improves.

Purue Rajos Orcherdinia Ts

Mails to Hobart and coastal destinations from Lam and Adelaide

Tuesday mails list ship departures from Lam to Hobart via Weerralla and Ramernis, with times from 4 pm to 8 pm for routes to Europe India New Zealand West Australia and beyond. Additional services mention Coffs Harbour Byron Bay and utilities via Hawk Lecugana and Nymbolds with several intermediate ports and crews.

Manedonia R.M Macwtania Adelaide West

Foy's Fair Attracts Shoppers On Busy Day

A bustling scene at Foy's Fair draws visitors to evaluate displays and new goods. Shoppers sample items as a salesman notes diverse stock and upcoming arrivals, while a visitor remarks on the lively atmosphere and curiosity about fresh materials.

Zam-Buk Balm Gift Cited By Missionary Figures

A Tonga missionary letter praises Zam-Buk Balm for cures among clergy and locals. It claims Reverend Doctor Oller’s rheumatism and knee tumescence vanished after use, a hornet sting eased, a rotten finger wound improved, a cold relieved, and a nasal discharge resolved for Father Bullwald. The note extols efficacy and urges purchase of full-size pots.

Brother Alphonsa Catholic Nukuaiofa Tonga Tapa Les Velande Oller Tigesa Vic. Apostollc Central Ocnanta Father Bullwald Bere

Government Savings Scheme Debate in Poor Man's Terms

A late 19th century critique argues government saving plans exploit the poor by charging high deposits and penalties. It details interest rates, annual charges, and the shift of funds to government credit, warning of a hidden burden on unwealthy savers and urging scrutiny of policy explanations.

Tage Camilo Rommisalineery Mileh Iran

Public Wharf Repairs Prompt City Hopeful Notes

The article discusses a deteriorating wharf scene and calls for repairs to improve shelter and accommodation for travelers. It notes current conditions are inadequate and praises ongoing efforts, urging quicker action by authorities for passenger use and safety. The tone mirrors a civic appeal in a mid century newspaper.

Uselerss Apelin Wandreda Bertniine Bermar Philanthrople

Suburban New Land Panned for Sale Inquiry

The notice discusses how to procure items and sow seeds amid suburban concerns. It mentions a price cue and a producer per peck, with references to districts and agents. Details remain unclear due to OCR issues but highlight a local sale or procurement question and a listing for Barningtes & Co at 179 Hare Vie Street and related products.

Barningtes Eof Fyrmeat

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