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Newspaper

Sydney Evening News

Location

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Jan 02, 1908

Page

6

New Year Pleasure Sees Trams Packed and Revenue Soars

Crowds filled harbor resorts and Moore Park for the Highland Gathering and Randwick races as New Year holidays draw crowds. Trams carried 29 987 passengers, up over 17 000 from last year, raising revenue to 492 pounds with substantial rises in city and suburban fares.

Harbor Moore Park Ragnwick North Sydney Wbre Toho Highland Gathering Fonda Randwick

Dangerous George Street tramway standards discussed

A clash between the Ballwayu Tremwayy Commission and local businessmen over reviving a central George Street tramway with wires and wall rosettes. The plan would place rails and a double trolley system in street walls, with critics noting disruption to shops and hazards for conductors and passengers.

Connell Muuch Bettar George-strert Basily Han Heliknela Imam Ardarda Sydney Mlandarie Jaime George-nree Arr Berlin Alder -Ut Wystei Polen Willingshrre Darlinghurst Woolcott Street George-street Ax St. Andrew's Carheviralee Twben Bern Miami Tesson Coroner's Court

Urgent Need for New Generators at Ultimo Power House

Sydney's Ultimo Power House faces severe demand for electric power as tram traffic grows. Ten new generators are expected from England within months to relieve loading, with space prepared and machinery ready to lay down. Bellevue tram, Addison-road extensions, and other lines will require the added capacity to avoid delays and the possible removal of steam trams.

Sydney Ultimo Ragland Bin Bellevue Citimo Thor Manly Addison-road Salmalu Com- Manioners Ullina England Clumo Geviege

Wasps as Paper Makers in the Winter Nests

An old observation notes wasps building paper like pulp from wood and plant fiber in hollow trees and ground nests. It describes queen wasps laying cells, workers constructing nests, and grubs developing, with notes on their wintering habits and the potential harm they cause while acknowledging some beneficial insect control.

Maron Nore Ag Huta Abe Townshire Jaye Polaantum Place

Leahy Cleared Then Charged In Barrett Death Case

At Central Folly Court this morning Judge King presided as John Leahy 43 faced charges related to the death of Thomas Barrett. The initial charge of striking Barrett was withdrawn after his death, and Leahy was then charged with causing the death. The court granted an eight day remand to allow the accused to attend the Coroner's inquiry.

Follies Court King John Leahy Thomas Barrett Barrett Clarly Leahy Dia

Profitable Stroke Leads to Bizarre Interview Demand

A tarnished anecdote describes Mr. Pierpost Morgas deflecting a reporter seeking an interview. He allegedly quoted a high fee, the journalist balked, and a mock payment attempt followed. The episode ends with the editor claiming a firm deadline was set and the plan unraveled.

Aubt Pierpost Morgas Erota

Dusky speiler warns against pearl fraud in Sydney

A speaker recounts meeting a cunning con man in Sydney who exploited a gullible islander near the New Hebrides. He observed forged pearls sold as genuine, noting their tiny sizes and the fakery of the shells and signs. The tale ends with a warning that divers will pursue the fraudster.

Magements Syteey Gimculnot Sydney Inspector-General of Police Hebrides Spietera

Nimrod’s Antarctic voyage threat and farewell messages

Auckland dispatch reports Nimrod towing toward the polar region with Lieutenant Shackleton and party aboard including Professor David of Sydney University. The explorers receive farewell messages from Lord Plunket and others as the map marks the northernmost point yet reached by revived men on the expedition route near The Neck line.

Auckland Nid Marning Nimrod Shackleton David Sydney Universit Len Iavielion Tursaay Polar Sharkirian Lord Plunket New Zealand Bie Murry Rawson Me Deakin Seat Eighey

Nordau Attacks Rodin and Modern Sculpture as Degenerate Art

The article reports Dr. Nordau branding Rodin and contemporaries as degenerate artists. It cites his critique of materials and technique, accusing them of mysticism and psychopathy, and condemns modern sculpture for lacking moral and expressive discipline.

Noriay Fay AFL A. Boldin Whistler Keain Rodin Staince Balsac Hugo Edward Prasad Feeryberg Denyuuerd Nordau Hays Degra Eraica Childinh Pacuesses

Extraordinary naval gunnery zeal drives promotion in aging fleet

In a discussion on modern naval Gunnery officers and sailors show fierce zeal and rivalry in firing exercises. The piece notes promotions once depended on ship tenure and money spent, with anecdotal anecdotes of risky acts to gain advancement, reflecting a bygone era of naval merit.

Manen Gunders Weder Ube

Unknown historical event at Brokeo Hil Tiwaré Uerphiiet

Fragmentary OCR note records a transfer or confrontation involving individuals named Hestee Dullien, Mr. Wasbell, and Howerls. Details are unreadable. no clear date, place, or outcome established.

Brokeo Hestee Dullien Mr. Wasbell Ry Howerls Ie Wowace

Millions Of Flies Threaten Melbourne After Cold Spell

An account notes Melbourne's severe cold might have boosted the Musca domestica and Musca calcitrans populations to millions. Health officials warn of the financial impact as larvae mature into adults and emphasize hygiene, garbage removal, and improved sanitation to curb the buzzing threat.

Ie 8 Melbourne Musca Dommilice de. Notts Panlic Health Pamber Argas Norra Museu Domestica Phrumitlarg Minszind Amores Beith Warner Wit United Slnk Rama Norria Ciarans

Fragmentary Local Notice From Mount Me District

A garbled report notes activity in Mount Me district with scattered terms like Tarraxundi and SUNT ailiment. The readable text hints at press activity and decorum efforts, but essential facts remain unclear.

Mount Me

Mount Cook voyage ends in confusion aboard Sha Tod

A chaotic scene unfolds on the Sha Tod as a party led by Mr Minar and others struggles aboard a vessel 9000 feet above sea level near Mount Cook New Zealand. The voyage appears derailed by miscommunication and unclear objectives amid tense aboard conditions.

Dricigh Amtareric MitcHell Simul Wey Viet Cae Fiorina Sembarm Leighr Mabhay Vsipa Mnerar Pulitee Arden nAbithida Tanners White Murray Sciilanih New Zealand Raniters Ubey Ans Ipod Egayel

Randwick Training Notes Mixed With Fragmented Mentions

A fragmented OCR passage from Randwick training describes partial names and phrases. It appears to reference athletes or participants and activities, mentioning timing, tracks, banners, and camera setup, with garbled names and lines suggesting a training session or event note.

Wren's Pony Two Hundred Premieres in New South Wales

In Richmond, Mr J Wren announced the new Leon pace for 1 hands and 112 inch Tirtene Aver as part of the prize at the Pony Two Hundred event. The mayor and court officials attended as participants and supporters praised the management of the event and its beneficial impact on local pony owners. Police Court proceedings in Victor Harbor involved multiple landholders fined for suppressing rent and other charges, with Mr Brama Tyeon and Thomas Lacy Tyson named among those penalized.

J. Wren New Leon Pace Gray Rourke Meyourne Wren Prliamancy Auhe Hay Brama ‘Tyeon Geramy Thomas Lacy Tyson

Notice to Advertisers From This Paper Propritors

Notice to advertisers. the proprietors of this paper require payment for all advertisement blocks within one month from last insertion. Orders not paid will expire and no further notices or posts will be accepted unless postage prepaid.

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