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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 29, 1908
Page
7
Fragmentary notice mentions Falkrmead Sugar Prastation in Bundaberg Queensland with 180 contract cans callers receiving 48 ton and demanding higher pay. Advertisers charged per line. three lines included.
Sufferers from rheumatism urged to try Dr Sootha S Rheumatic Fills described as a certain cure for sciatica rheumatic gout pain in head and face and other pains. Bottles priced 1s 4d and 4s 6d correspondence invited Sole Proprietors A Rose and Co Dispensary George Street Sydney Bundys and bendsys. Also Woods Peppermint Cure for influenza and cold.
A report reviews Premier Wede and his Ministry handling the strike, noting a shift to leniency toward returning workers and Labour Party ambivalence. It laments Labour's late denouncement and praises decisive leadership amid industrial tension.
The Inspector General of Police admits officers are working long hours amid a strike but refuses to state if extra remuneration will be granted on this occasion. Observers believe police deserve substantial monetary recompense for duties performed, though details remain unclear and cautious.
The article commends the police for maintaining duty during a difficult strike and harsh weather. It notes public expectation of service and urges the government to recognize and reward the guardians of peace, hoping authorities will consider such efforts in future favors.
The piece argues Turkish and Egyptian currents influence public opinion and Britain’s delicate Nile position. It cites Britain’s long rule and aims to educate Egypt toward stability while maintaining power. It notes Sir Edward Grey's invitation and Britain's push for a cooperative policy to preserve peace and the protectorate.
Regent Street faces a 2 9 widening proposal to ease frequent congestion during funerals. The article notes past railway and road changes, suggests a broader avenue would help traffic, and mentions the Central Railway Station and new southern outlet as context for potential improvements.
Sydney speakers urged rapid action on irrigation to protect Australia’s future water supply. A motion supported comprehensive schemes including Winter Conservation Works at headwaters, highlighting interstate issues and the Murray River system’s capacity to support growing population. Robert Given cited a £50,000 London investment for one third of surplus water from the Murray and Corumbidgee regions.
A court case warns against counterfeit eucalyptus extract sold as Just as good as Sanders Eucalyptus Extract. The Supreme Court of Victoria and local authorities have ruled the genuine Sanders product superior and warned the public about deceptive copies.
An old advertisement urges readers to visit Saunders Sydney jeweller for clocks from 2/6 alarm clocks to marble presentations. It promises an extensive showroom and a mailed illustrated catalogue if callers cannot visit, inviting purchases and payment plans through a friendly promotional tone.
A turbulent tram strike meeting convened at Centenary Mall York-sireet with Min Lawton presiding. Reporters faced hoots and insults as strikers jeered and debated press access while leaders argued about prosecution of twenty protesting men and the influence of the press and authorities on the dispute.
Fragments describe a tense scene at Ultimo with power restored to keep tram service moving. Officials and workers discuss remaining tasks, readiness of spare parts, and the need for orderly operations as crowds gather at store doors and offices.
A terse transit bulletin describes over 200 cars in service the Titus morning period with improvements noted on most lines. It mentions near full vehicle availability across divisions, early morning work adjusted at depots, and reduced service gaps on several routes. The Wainon's Bay line shows trains running between Dover Road and the Express Court, with last cars late arrivals and a potential later evening service by the department.
The tramway system recalled conductors and drivers who left on Friday. By Tuesday 60 had resumed, and by 11 am this morning another 50 signed on, totaling 120 re-enrolled. Reinstatement occurred at Bridge Street offices and the Railway Institute under the staff committee.
A garbled OCR passage describes a person named Hirfietr near George Street and a Centenary Hall event. The quoted lines are incomplete and unreadable, rendering no clear action, date, or outcome.
The Tailoresses' Union Secretaries report a wave of disturbances and arrests as police take custody in a broad citywide crackdown. Reports cite crowds gathering at La Lie State, violence and property damage, with officials pledging further action and a forthcoming official statement.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions places and names with scattered data. No clear event, date, or identifiable individuals emerge to provide a coherent summary. The legibility is insufficient to derive a factual news item or confirm a specific incident or outcome.
Fragmented report notes sympathy demonstrations amid New South Wales tensions. Mentions Julie Weoley Belwol and Dauway men on strike. Describes attendance and alleged pledges, with unclear details about venues and outcomes.
For sale by auction notices list property on Pitt Street and Pith-attert with Tim Pister, the Macquarie Butter Factory paying 1428 per owt for butter as auction activity continues. J B Flynn and W G Allentsee are named in the Der Macquarl Municipal Council polling, with the juvenile bell event at Tor Macagarte.
Fragmented OCR notes describe an Arctic cold themed theft and a related sale of curios in Australia. Names and details are garbled, but mention a fashion item theft, a street address, and a phone-like string. The passage reads as an unstable catalog entry with no clear event date or reliable entities.
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