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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 14, 1908
Page
3
Fragmented text lists names, places, and events with garbled words. Reads like a mix of notices, schedules, performances, and ads across multiple locales and dates. Entities are unreadable or incomplete, but hints of concerts, school items, and public notices appear amid the noise.
The record notes crowded activity at the Sydney produce sale with varied lots and buyers engaging in rapid bidding. Vendors from multiple firms and regions offered staples like onions and other produce while prices fluctuated and stalls filled with supplies and traders.
Ruby Moore aged 13 was charged at Water Moller Court with attempting to commit poisoning on January 3. Evidence shows Louisa Mullender observed Moore drinking a substance at Exchange Motel in Surry Hills, Moore claimed to have taken poison heads after a quarrel, and she was hospitalized with phosphorus poisoning. She admitted taking the heads and was sentenced to behave in court.
A Brown snake entered the Waverley tramway sub-station on a Sunday and attacked the attendant, who died from the encounter. The carcass was displayed at the Hallway Office on Tuesday. Suspected heat and proximity to Centennial Park may have drawn the reptile to the area.
Women at Central Police Court learned Mr Teanss S.M. would retire from the bench and greeted him with affectionate farewells. Mary Lennon and others spoke passionately about the judge, while the magistrate advised keeping private matters private as the scene ended with light court farewells and gentle smiles.
The issue previews the next Town and Country Journal with stereoscopic views of Lin fret day test cricket in Adelaide, portraits of Hartigan and O Connner, Mackay cane fields, a grand portrait of Lietenant Sharkerton, and views of Bundarra New South Wales. It also covers the Mosman Swimming Club carnival, a New South Wales quarantine article, and stereoscope images for subscribers including a Sydney Fiji cricket match.
At Water Police Court Tulane Fingelrat pleaded guilty to keeping a jewellery shop open during prohibited hours. Fiegeltaub, at King Street, kept premises open on December 1 after the Early Closing Act. A fine of £10 plus costs imposed. Max Mandel of George Street also faced a similar charge for an offence on December 21 and was fined with costs.
Development at Broken Hill Mines progresses with a line strike reaching 1400 feet depth in Block 11 and a blind shaft below the level. A crosscut to prove the lode will begin within about a week, marking the deepest level along the lode line and regarded as highly important.
The fragmentary item records Mrs. Starr from Bogan River and Warden, and John Jenkins of Blind Creek praising Dr Sheldon’s Digestive Tabules. It touts the product as an unrivalled cure for indigestion and stomach troubles.
Joh Meier owner of the Teovaders Cafe Castlereichsktent faced an information for selling wine on Sunday December 22. The case details show police testimony of wine served with meals and the prosecution's argument that the practice lured customers. Sub-inspector and local officials presented evidence on milk and wine handling, penalties totaling twenty two pounds and fourteen shillings, plus costs, with similar fines imposed in related cases.
Testimony describes Petey Harvey and others attempting to pick or repair a fence at New Court. Gwen and Biter worked on government railways. authorities allege tampering occurred last November. Owen and Horsey provided inconsistent remarks before jury found Horsey guilty with a fine and costs.
Municipal councils must align rates under the Local Price-Work Act and several related acts such as the Sewerage and Penal acts. The Public Works Department has arranged a valuation by the government valuer to determine annual values for unimproved and improved capital values, with rates set by the Governor on a new basis.
At the Water Police Court this morning, Blundell of Wenersun-rnad faced charges over alleged horse abuse. Evidence described a pony attacked and injuries noted, with Blundell accused of striking the animal and a crowd investigation led to a fine of £5 and costs.
The Manaram event featured New South Wales Amateur Swimming Association oversight with many swimmers in attendance. Mr West T showcased animated pictures of water testing and swimming scenes by wall-Xgow schemers. Australian record holder Ceril Holy Performanens and Miss Aboutte Keilerman appeared in additional footage, which drew applause alongside the ordinary programme.
The notices list registrations under the Limited Liability Acts. W Hughes and Company Limited with capital £160,900 in £1 shares to engage in wool work and gelation products. Tamora Star newspaper company with £170 capital in £100 shares. The Temra Sart printing and publishing business registered with capital details and signatures from multiple named individuals.
A program of musical pieces will be performed tomorrow at Datante Garden featuring selections such as O Thy Weller and The Merry Widow. The event, noted in Town and Country Journal, promises an engaging concert with vocal duets and popular overtures.
The wife of Charles Rushworth, assailant of York, received nine months imprisonment for cruelty to an infant. Two adopted children aged four and fifteen were harmed in a house fire set as a grudge. Hinbworth the timbalnt is to be secretary at the York Education Committee, fined £80 for failing. A furor over the recent whitenings echoes through the city.
The Marble Traders Association challenged recent reparations, arguing against a flat rate. The Minister for Trade and Customs stated rough-sand goods will not face the same 20 percent levy. instead rates will vary at 15 or 20 percent under new policy. The Finance minister indicated changes affecting imported oils, including China oil, with duties impacting Commonwealth charges.
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