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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 02, 1908
Page
3
Australian market notes show bread costs under review as NSW wheat futures stabilize and butter shortages ease. Reports from Cootamundra and Sydney indicate scarce high grade maize and flour, with steady wholesale quotes and cautious retail pricing amid cold weather and rising dairy demand.
Fragmented OCR notes list assorted food items and stray words such as melons beans peas and onions, with unclear context and multiple garbled phrases. The readable elements suggest a halted or partial food item listing from a rural or market source.
A varied consignment sold at auction with slow bidding and quiet trade. Prime hay, oats, maize and wheat values listed alongside pumpkins seed potatoes and turnips, with prices per unit noted. Weaver agents Prescott Limited listed for wholesale inquiries.
A 70 strong deputation led by Mr Parkes MLA pressed Minister for Works for the Liverpool railway extension from Chapel Road Belmore. They cited population growth and military camps, urging route merit review by Public Works Committee, with costs and design to be considered amid broader congestion relief plans.
E J Maitland gains Parramatta stipendiary magistrate rank and Licensing Court role and Penrith police magistrate after Wilshire. Galbraith shifted to Goulburn police magistrate and other licenses. Helm becomes Bourke police magistrate with Cooma licensing duties and bankruptcy registrar tasks. Shropshire moves to Bourke and Wentworth licensing roles. Gibson to Tumbarumba police magistrate and Wentworth licensing duties. M J M’Mahon named Wentworth police magistrate and Wentworth Balranald licensing magistrates plus judging duties under Neglected Children Act.
The English mail dated London June 6 reached Fremantle in the morning with Sydney mail due midweek. At Balmain Hospital Board of Management five veranda tenders were opened. James Johnstone’s £109 bid was lowest. In Newtown Enmore Starr Bowkett elections a nurse from Newington Hospital drew No 5 for £100 advance, while No 3 drew a member for £1 0s 0d.
Congestion at Circular Quay due to the Kadina and the Mewburgh with cargo at the E and A Company Wharf disrupted ferry service. A collision near miss occurred as the Carabella from Neutral Bay narrowly avoided contact with the Kiwi as it departed for Milsons Point.
A tram workers road race started at the Adelaide Hotel Moore Park and finished at Fenton's Hotel Bond. N Wolh Guin won easily from D Cronin 8min with W Leslie 4%min third.
Police sub inspector Kelly prosecuted John Reid Wilson for giving a public entertainment at Workman's Theatre Newtown without a licence on Sunday June 14. The magistrate dismissed the information, citing unclear law, while the Crown Law Department planned to appeal. Similar North Sydney case debated whether the act authorized or licensed public entertainment.
In a partial transcript a magistrate and counsel discuss whether a ruling on a wedding cake matter is a matter of law or fact. They consider an appeal and adjourn the hearing for five weeks as Mr William-son and Mr Mant indicate they will seek a Full Court ruling and consent to adjournment.
The Australian Mutual Provident Society has distributed a total of over 1.25 million pounds in reversionary additions to participating policies, reducing face values. About 300,000 certificates are being mailed to members in Australia and New Zealand, with many preferring to leave bonuses as declared rather than cashing out.
For over thirty years Chamberlains Cough Remedy has grown from local use to widespread trust. It is praised for curing coughs colds and croup with prompt relief and pleasant taste, trusted by thousands of homes as a dependable remedy.
A historic claim asserts Chamberisin's Cough Remedy has long been endorsed by chemists and governments alike. The text stresses it contains no narcotics and has remained consistent since its first market release, claiming safety and universal cure.
NSW Department of Public Health reports a sealed bottle sample received from the Pharmacy Board registrar was examined and found to contain none of the scheduled poisons. Statement signed by William M. Hamlet Government Analyst and Chief Medical Officer.
A dealer refund advised for a product touted as a cure all with no prompt relief for coughs croup or quids. The remark questions effectiveness and suggests returning the item for a refund.
Mothers testify the remedy is the family's first line against colds coughs and hoarseness. They note quick relief at early signs and say it strengthens throat mucous membranes keeping children healthier in winter. Mrs Catherine Weeks cites consistent use and avoidance of widespread coughs.
Letters from chemists and storekeepers across Victoria praise Chamberlains Cough Remedy for its efficacy and popularity. Traders in West Maitland South Melbourne Neville and Wandsworth report strong customer demand and repeated purchases.
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