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Newspaper

Sydney Evening News

Location

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Jan 09, 1908

Page

4

In Memoriam Edmongs in Loving Remembrance of Polly

In loving memory of Polly, departed peacefully with God’s angels. Family note a memorial from Clara Sins Matthews and Irene Kast, honoring her daughter and sister with prayers and remembrance, dated January 1300 and February 17.

Edmongs Polly Pally Uningalater Arnay Wiliam Clara Sins Matthews Ildred Kastnen Saby Darling Arbor Sect Gairy Ad Monte

Newcastle Arbitration Court Proceedings Endurance

The Special Arbitration Court in Newcastle is likely to continue to a conclusion after Judge Heydon’s decision. The community’s relief at an arbitration path for industrial disputes remains as miners’ threats to strike wane and parties submit to mediation to settle the division.

Special Arbitration Court Newcastle Mays Heydon Fan Dees

Weight of Jeter Hayden decision and court reception

A reflection on the Jeter Hayden case and the court's ruling, stressing that acceptance of the judgment hinges on recognizing the other side's claims. It argues arbitration rests on parties acknowledging possible error and urges a calm, conciliatory response to prevent future conflicts.

Jeter Hayden Dnciaton Vulgeriy Tnd Aed Jim

Water rights dispute looms in Murray basin

A conflict between South Australia and Victoria over Murray River water risks constitutional questions. Victoria contemplates a large reservoir within its borders to aid water supply, while South Australia argues the plan would deprive the river of water. Premiers exchange protests and surveys as states clash over water conservation amid long standing interstate disputes.

South Australia Victoria Murray Murrey New South Wales Australia

Epidemic of assaults prompts harsh magistrate penalties

The piece laments rising assaults and argues magistrates impose severe penalties, noting that in one aggravated case a female victim received three months hard labor. It questions the belief that Jarrinkinam is a familiar target for such attacks and urges police protection of officials and civilians alike.

Adala Cai Foros Law and Order

Patronage Secretary and the Commonwealth Whip

A discussion on patronage notes that the Commonwealth Government elevates its whip in the House of Representatives to a ministerial role. It explains the whip’s function as conduit for patronage, via Parliament, to influence officials and secure support, with comparisons to Britain and Australia.

Commonwealth House of Representatives T. Huma Cook Tay Air. Dowkin Great Britain Legislacure Hinesit

Reform Dress Movement Seeks Aesthetic Change

The dress reform advocates shift tactics from ugly sacklike garments to stylish reform costumes shown in Berlin shop models. They aim for distinctive style and some beauty while maintaining modesty. Critics note eased austere lines but warn fashion may still conceal the wearer’s figure and identity.

Byem Ao Impreta Berlin Dhern Nix Jadine

Weather drift dampens cricket and horse racing plans

The text notes rain may soften the ground affecting cricket matches and horse racing courses. It mentions potential heavy conditions and consequent schedule adjustments. Weather conditions influence play, with athletes and organizers awaiting clearer skies.

Coal Crisis Forces Resumption of Work in Newcastle

The sisters' relief committee and the Terabe lodge held meetings and voted overwhelmingly to return to work after ruling against a strike. With the coal dispute resolved in the northern district, workers are resuming and expectations rise that no further disturbances will threaten the Knscal Court handling owners and miners disputes.

Newcastle Sishers’ Mannerment Committee Spoding Theatre Terabe Lodge Toraiba

Shop Lifting Epidemic Causes Harsh Sentence

Alen Nicholson, four, married, was brought before the court on a charge of stealing a muslin blouse valued at 13s 4d from Mrs M Carbie Limited Drapers Pitt Street. The blouse was found in her umbrella after an attempted denial. The court noted the epidemic of shoplifting and emphasized no poverty defense. Nicholson faced three months' imprisonment with hard labor, but was given time to pay £40 fine.

Alen Nicholson M’carbie Drapers Pitt-atreet Harnet

Rapid Thaw Grips London as Storms Lash Coast

London reports a rapid thaw and violent coastal tempests. Britley castle streets iced over, pedestrians injured, and Berlin streets also frozen, disrupting travel and prompting caution as weather worsens.

London Court Rules Liability For Injury To Employees

A London court ruling interprets the Employers' Liability Act to impose liability on common carriers for injuries to workers. The decision affirms that the law protects employees, clarifying the scope of employer and carrier responsibility and reinforcing worker protection.

London Venta Lauber Party

Jack the Ripper Crimes Across Berlin and London

Fragmented OCR notes describe a spree labeled Jack the Ripper in Berlin and London with five crimes, including killings of children. The text mentions a suspect with musical knowledge and hints at a pattern seen in Wat eit and New York, but details are unclear.

London Berlin Gongon Bethten New York

Congo Free State annexation debate grows abroad

In London on a Wednesday evening reports indicate rising sentiment over the annexation of the Congo Free State. Observers note growing unrest among tribes in the region and concerns about the widespread pevo and intermittent Bedting across numerous districts.

London Helginm Arsine Congo Free State

The Talkative Woman and Why Men Grimace

Notes discuss why women are seen as more talkative than men with a doctor’s rationale. The piece argues female speech is more perfected, subjects address restraint and social dynamics, and critiques male perceptions of female verbosity.

Fangomwnis Hin Gary Indy

Assaults in Norfolk on New Year Eve Proceedings

Fragmentary OCR notes describe criminal events on New Year Eve with references to multiple suspects and police actions. The garbled text mentions crime, witnesses, and criminal circumstances but lacks clear names, places, or outcomes.

Commonwealth regulation on grain bag size draws debate

The article argues that the Commonwealth Minister of Trade and Syatoms aims to regulate grain bag signs to prevent overweighted carriers, urging federal power over bag sizes across states. It criticizes State Premier Wade and Mr Chapman for opposing or limiting Federation authority and warns of expanding Commonwealth interference in state matters.

Commonwealth Wade Chapman Deaktu-Lyne

Portents in Australian racing superstitions and omens

A quirky report describes bettors relying on portents and dreams before a Randwick race meeting. An inveterate backer reportedly wagered on Clean Sweep after witnessing a strange morning omen in a betting crowd. The piece notes scientific explanations but preserves the wary tone of superstition in sport.

Randwick

New Chestphone Tested in New York Telegraphs

New Yorkers discover a new telephone method using a chest device and transmitter to send voices. A receiver near the ear or chest transfers sound with the mouth kept away, enabling hearing as if the mouth were close. An experiment with a woolen casing and tuned apparatus demonstrates that sound travels through air and wood, producing intelligible speech without direct mouth contact.

York London College

Asiatic Question Delayed at Pretoria Conference

The Natal Mercury reports London Evening notes the Transvaal Government postponing the Asiatic issue awaiting a Pan African conference at Pretoria. South African statesmen aim to craft a unified approach for the continent’s affairs.

London Natal Mercury Transvaal Pretoria South Africa

Bar Silver Tuesday's Rise In London Market

In London trading on Tuesday, silver prices rose with quotes around 27 184 per udare. Traders noted yesterday's Bend order flow and the weaker Indian market, as higher sales prompted a broader reaction.

London Wolneetay Dar Silvere Fies

WA Increases Local Appointments Amid Resignations

Mr WA Btoyles JP takes over Culcainn duties replacing resigned Mr R 7 Hough JP. The inspector of Walghis and Meanarey is ROHOB Drewan. The award and industrial dispute notice link Factory Employees Union and L R Wilson. West Australia features progress in the Town and Country Journal with Perth views.

WA. Btoyles J.P. Haw Culcainn R. 7. Hough Meleopatitag Altpotidiary Magintrae Rohob Drewan Walghis and Meanarey Matrapatitan Patios Diatriet Conrc L. R. Wilson West Australia Progressive West

Estate of George McGalleck Sworn at 376000

London reports the sworn value of the late Mr George McGalleck of Mount Morran Queensland at 376000 pounds. The Wednesday evening notice records the estate probate details and the final valuation.

London George M'Galleck Mount Morran Queensland

Battleship Collingwood London Navy Upgrades

Breeing the improvements to the battleship Collingwood began with turret raises and round fire tests. The program includes raising turrets and improving firing mechanisms as part of ongoing naval modernization efforts in London.

London

Two Sovereign Remedies Revealed in Sane and Sons Extracts

An early 1900s advertisement touts SANE AND SONS PITRE VOLATILE BIALYPTI EXTRACT as genuine and safe. It warns against imitations and claims the genuine eucalyptus extract cures skin issues and promises clear, smooth skin with no creases or spots.

Sane and Sons Eunreme Court of

Rand Mining Wages Rise in November Data

The working caste of Rand mines represented 69 percent of the total payload and cost per ton rose to 3m in November, higher than the average of the prior year, signaling shifts in mining costs and labor share.

London Wednender Bresisg XS Mines Rand

TALLOW SALES REPORT FROM LONDON MARKET

Fragmentary report from London market shows sales of Australian tallow and New Zealand fat at 126 bales offered with prices listed as mixed and unclear for several grades.

London Wesnestay Mivexine Wales Aml Beslan Tathen

Saturday Afternoon Excursions Overview

A fragmentary notice lists names Ta Mester Rewbee Rekeeda and venues Where Mare Seet chast Berwin Return Pure Sit Sess. The readable text hints at a schedule of weekend outings or tours, but details and dates are unclear in this damaged OCR segment.

Troubled Financh and City Council Seeks Funds

Fragmented 19th century financial quarrel outlines a municipal budget struggle. Mayor Alterman and council seek a small overall loan arrangement to cover principal, interest, and delayed payments amid tangled promises and contested trust arrangements. Major figures include Mayor Alterman, Mackay, and Adam Weil with Connect About funding.

Eustewe Preahylésiai MauroBy Alterman Jae Mackay Malta Couineli Azcepinin Adam Weil Bure Mabots Mayor Houle Tate Gaernion Bens Evans Ste Martt Hyrman Tome Leeyesean Lasey Therats Fred Croume Sierra

Fragmented English Report on Labor Rally and Political Actions

Fragmentary text describes a Monday reporting window with mentions of a labor group, authorities, and a political event. Names, places, and specific actions are unclear due to garbled OCR, but reference to a laboring class and official actions suggests a local civic disruption or protest.

Motayion al Soibourne Har Rt Bamea Domentina Tye Aru Hoy Seuil Pence Soyariment Belfer Pot Pepeiray Leiervisid Angioun Anrvicas Neeriven Apoti Caliina Citin Lda

Registration of Ministers in Ning tment list

A fragmented historical clerical roster lists ministers and church officials including Rev We Garnard and Rev Tom Fohasap with affiliations to Englerd Cass manhurat and Union groups. It notes various names, roles, and places such as Ragland Hi Akane, Mileweill rink, and Panter Tesalae Hegtlit Shurch.

Garnard Ee Auwmlans Sian Reretaw Seboens Svat Peyeets Akere Satkas Mat Army Fey Shure Ragland Hi Akane TierTom Fohasap Cyineh Reels Mileweill Rink Cy Fuewill Englerd Cassmanhurat Ffovace Willem Tir Toy Stel Englep Grane Lloyd Church of Mela Mela Tihehd, Tem Taneed Nouyow, Msh Hoses Celene Puree, Manfwice: Panter Tesalae Wonilatris Mdonald Bupriat Bure Union Mighwereet Liverpeats

Fruit Pest Inspectors Report From Damaged Text

Fragmentary OCR notes reference fruit pest inspectors and various names. The text is garbled, showing scattered names like Bray, Hewerd, Ber, and others, with unclear actions or locations. No coherent event, date, or outcome emerges from the readable fragments.

Fell Down The Steps In Turbulent Passage

Fragmentary OCR reads a confused report mentioning Damon Trowa and an incident near Trafalgar street. The text references water and warfare terms with garbled place names and unclear action. No clear event, date, or outcome is discernible from the legible fragments.

Damon Trowa Romu Sraline Miormimg Wba Pieher Trafalgar-street

Ranns Shooting Box in Jungle Fortifies with Quarters

A fragmentary customs of a hunting retreat describes a structure with one main room, a bathroom and a toilet in a jungle setting. The exterior is painted gray green and decorated with Queen Anne style accents. The interior features convertible sofas, writing desks, coffee tables and chairs, with a rope covered floor and a parapet.

Prinew Ranjivsinty Inde

Town and Country Journal highlights Sydney Highland gathering photos

The issue features two pages of high quality pictures from a Sydney Highland gathering held January 1. The Town and Country Journal showcases a pictorial record of the event and the recent Newcastle regatta among other notes.

Arbuthnot Prawer Alfredacreet T. Princep Wiseman Town Courtrr Mass Sydney Highland Catharing Sydney Torm Thin Walk Price

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