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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 08, 1908
Page
3
Readers of Town and Country Journal flocked to guess the railway tunnel pictured in the Locality Competition. A flood of entries poured in from across New South Wales with nearly every tunnel named as the correct view. The Journal announces the results in today’s issue. A tip for families includes Chamberlain's Cough Re Upequalled and 'avinette for Coughs and Colds Great Peppermint Cure 1s 6d.
Pigeons have long roosted in the niches of the Sydney Town Hall ornamentation. Work to deter them uses scaffolding and galvanised iron wires along the frieze. Estimated cost is 150 pounds. The northern facade work follows the southern Cathedral side. Most pigeons driven away. a few try the Town Mall back area seeking shelter.
Maitland and Manly visitors clashed on the Manly Range in a close rifle match. Maitland shooters gave strong totals led by R Williams 72 J Cook 63 L Paterson 68 Captain Nowell 61 and J Nenatj 65 while Manly posted 679 to take the win. Other scores include Mair Koope 71 V Strode 70 Whinteld 68 Hind 65 and Eager 65. Totals show Maitland 612 Manly 679 in the close contest.
Bryant and O'Donnell fought a long two round bout described as the best seen in the hall, with repeated exchanges and a late surge by Bryant before the decision ended as a draw.
Report from the Tattersalls Club Tournament notes Xr12 I Booth Monives Gy and Gienlyn in strong form, with large attendance and private bets. P Eales, marked for 160, and G Ure for 280, feature in the Markers’ Tournament at Helton and Sinn, while Lindrum holds a commanding lead in Melbourne with Taman closing the gap despite a 410 break by Lindrum.
A photograph in the Town and Country Journal shows the planned municipal baths with a 110 yard by 35 yard basin and a spectator stand for about 9600. Completion promises unrivalled accommodation for swimmers and spectators, with an estimated cost around £10,000. DR SHELDON'S NEW DISCOVERY for winter coughs and colds priced at 1/6 and 2/- per bottle.
Final forrelts due tomorrow feature a strong AFL tied field and top horses like Poseidon Waipoow and Parsee. Kensington July events include Flying Halian Fourteen Hanis Mandivan and Ken Kensington Handicap with J Underhill entries. Breeding moves see Klarum sold to Moist Moses Brothers and Gold Crest discussed for future races.
The Australian Championship at Erdrey drew a big visitor turnout with 10 tee times starting Friday at Keeningine and arrivals from Victoria Tasmania and NSW. Strong rounds and tight matches featured Bruce Pears and Bruce OBrien amid shifting standings as Souler overtook in key head-to-heads, with late rounds shaping the final results and prize allocations.
A fragment from BERRIGAN Mrs W Middleton notes Dr Sheldon’s New Recorhey’s alleged effectiveness for chest complaints and cold symptoms. The text shows garbled names and unclear claims, reflecting a historical medical advertisement or testimonial.
Reports describe attempts at boring wells near Hay and at Canton Station to increase water supply. George Eepin and W Marlowe discuss shared methods, including surface drilling and pegging, with outcomes indicating improved water access and potential for larger systems.
The town council discusses taxing church and parsonage properties under municipal revenue plans. Aldermen Lewis and Salmon argue exemptions for church buildings, while others support broader taxation to fund services, with Dawling and Dartington figures referenced in a heated debate. The assembly considers governor’s stance and urges cooperation in policy.
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A feature in the Franco-British Exhibition presents a Temple of Wealth with gold plating and mineral displays valued around £40,090. The Pawn and Country Journal highlights a silver bowl with ornate engravings, a coal display, and an arch fashioned from wheat as part of the brainy exhibits.
A vintage advertisement touts Peps Milt as the safe remedy for chills bronchitis and related conditions. It urges keeping Peps handy for sudden weather changes and indoor warmth, claiming quick relief when tablets dissolve on the tongue and soothe the bronchial passages. The copy lists universal availability and a distinct brand title on each box.
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