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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 18, 1908
Page
12
Field reports from Circular Quay and Hawkesbury include plentiful kingfish and salmon. Anglers recount large specimens, notable catches at Port Jackson, Botany Bay, and nearby bays, with multiple parties testing rigs, baits, and boats.
A council meeting addressed a tender dispute with Ye Twolly and Draymen's Union over a clause ensuring a minimum weekly wage of £2 for workers. Patrick Fitzpatrick faced sanction for breaching contract specifications with Stronge and others testifying at the session.
A man named William Smilers was charged with assaulting William Zillson during a row at Mawtows. The defendant pleaded not guilty claiming another man acted first. He received a sentence of eight months with a week granted for payment. an additional two weeks were requested by his attorney.
After five years, the renowned Russian pianist Mark Hambourg will give a recital at St. Unges served by Bark Manbourg’s ward plan. Doors open around 7, with reserved seats at Searl's. The event draws eager Austrian admirers and local press coverage on the Bay.
A long readers letter critiques city support for the American Fleet celebration. It urges widening shareholder consideration, promotes shopping district illuminations, and criticizes aldermen for delaying or mismanaging funding and arrangements. It also discusses public events, transport routes, and the need for inclusive enjoyment while referencing Manly and Botany Bay areas.
The text details egg packing, barge transport to Sydney, and re packing for Adelaide shiploads amid South Australian heat, with calls for inspector oversight to protect quality. It also recounts disputes over civil service treatment and railway commission interviews, noting dismissals and administrative actions affecting transport and government staff.
Residents report degraded ferry service on the Parramatta River linking Balmain, Hunters Hill, Peakhurst, Coogee, Woolwich and nearby areas. While some boats run longer lengths, most services are irregular, prompting calls for government action and a potential cooperative ferry service to restore reliable city access.
At a meeting of the Evangelical Council in the YMCA Hall a petition to Parliament on Sunday arrangements was approved. The council also planned another metropolitan ministers’ meeting to discuss demonstrations at Town Hall and arranging preaching special sermons on Sundays.
The City Coroner held an inquest into the death of a 10 year old boy Vivian Barry of 2 Coarsgat Street Paddington who died at Viscose Hospital on July 9 from a brain hemorrhage after being knocked down by a cart on Star Regent Street near Bondi Junction. The driver halted but the boy moved and the wheel struck him. He died the next day. The verdict was accidental death.
Fragmentary text from a theatre listing notes Miss Hook of Holland at the Criterion Theatre next Saturday night with a Sunday morning performance at 3.90. The advance booking is described as phenomenal.
A rural periodical notes that poultry keeping can yield fair returns with modest ground and plain methods. It cautions many town or suburban keepers err by chasing fads and overcomplicating care, urging practical, cost effective strategies from the Town and Country Journal and Rural Settlement Line Week for reliable results.
Assessors for Masily Council, Sonora J Roney and J J Lough, promoted a report noting December 2107 unimproved capital value at 6 496009. In March a 4 in the £ strike yielded income, with £3 pervoted for reductions at the Appeal Court. The council’s estimated annual income for 1009 and 1010 was affected. variations reduced income by 10 percent, with 83 appeals decided, 63 reduced values, and 9 appeals struck out.
A local display in George Street showcases items related to the official programmes and invitations for a visit by the American Five, including papers and a Spanish-American War relic. The exhibit notes a Maine shipwreck event and includes a mix of poems and quotations tied to the era, reflecting historical memories and local cultural ties.
An advertisement proclaims Fhelson's New Discovery for Coughs and old ailments, claiming unequaled preparation for care. It mentions price and availability, with emphasis on relief from various complaints and losses.
Inquest into the death of Aliza Regines Wars, a single woman from Arundelpirret, Glee, who died July 7 at Coast Hospital from blood poisoning after illness starting July 1. Dr. Palmer reported blood poisoning on post mortem. coroner hints at possible wilful murder by unknown persons.
The Health Department read out chemic results from four samples seized by cannonball officers. The tests indicated possible adulteration with added water. Officials decided to publish full details of the analysis and refer the dairy involved.
A weekly market summary notes steady demand for pigs and calves with better prices and weight gains. Reports show improved interweights and prime quality factors, along with active trading and strong buyer interest.
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