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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 01, 1906
Page
4
Fragmentary OCR text references a whisky label and names that are unclear. The readable bits mention Roberts Special Old Scotch and several garbled phrases that resemble a product tag or ad copy. No coherent event or actions are discernible.
Fragmentary 1906 item mentions mayday date May 26. references "IWeL ase OF JADEZ BALFOUR" and an racing motor boat. All caps text includes scattered phrases about native routes to San Francisco, secret cells, and Paris communications. Readable facts are minimal. the note resembles a cryptic historical snippet with named but unclear entities.
A jagged column of obituaries and notices remembering deceased relatives. Names, kinship terms, and brief sentiments fill the page with memorial lines and family tributes from the community.
From Mr Bowes report a fragmentary ledger details securities and payments. It references auditors payments mentions Mayal Cone action and various individuals including WIis no Ble Davie YC Close and WD Crit with sums like 228.046 and 265 ta coin. It notes excluding Velvian amounts under 2u.
Sydney June 1 1906 The Lands Commission report by Commissioner Jugs Owen is published as an interim but conclusive view on Crown Lands administration. It denounces political corruption and urges Parliament to expose and punish malpractices while defending the state’s honour and integrity. It notes party tensions but asserts Parliament’s duty to address the lands scandals openly.
Historical notice discusses forthcoming tenders for the Emgiles mall carrying contract. Previous offers were impractical, leading to surrender to the Orteurtelie Company. Contract expires January 1, 1008, and Rosal Mall Steams Peckit company may tender again with promises of improved service.
A Royal Commission seeks evidence on nationalising curtailage while predicting costly duties for politicians. The Commonwealth Government faces pressure to economise and may test directics. reports note inquiries into funds and potential details from Tasmania.
The minister moves to liberalise gold mining under existing acts in New South Wales. Discretion of department and minister will govern land uptake and labour terms pending new legislation. Critics warn discretionary power may worsen issues if not carefully guarded.
Report from Sydney dated winter shows central offices informed that out of 1403 items received for various postal articles only nine related to missing picture cards. Despite inquiries, officials refrain from promising information, while public frustration grows over perceived departmental incompetence and slow response.
London telegrams report the Beilish Independent Labour Party members who planned to visit Australia and assist allied political schools cannot come for reasons not detailed. Despite early support from an Australian party, postponement is unlikely to trigger strong protest. Party leader Philip Snowden urged delegates to press Socialism and Bolshevism to the people, a stance met with cheers.
The Boyl Art Society represented by Mr Waikinn advocated before the Tariff Commission yesterday for a 9 percent duty on all works of art, with the aim of protecting the national art. The submission emphasized the need to shield domestic art from foreign influence.
A discussion questions whether a price duty will push the public toward Australian paintings over foreign works. It argues that the public prefers foreign art and that a duty could only help local rivals if it promotes distinctively Australian styles. The piece asserts foreign painters remain superior and criticizes current public taste as wasteful.
A judge criticizes Mr. Macfarlane for pushing ministerial aims in land settlement decisions. The report notes continued reliance on subordinate reports, with the Secretary urged to present both sides before ministerial decision. It condemns overreach while acknowledging some improvements urged by the surveyor.
An old police notice offers 45 pounds for information leading to the identification of a man involved in a nascent case described as a bush mystery. The report notes a probable white male victim and details about the defendant, with the request for proof of the device or method used. The item dates to about 25 years ago.
A fire struck 3 Crown road Ultimo early today at the shop kept by Joh Boden a grocer. He awoke in a rear room to dense smoke and escaped by breaking a window, cutting his arm severely and needing hospital care after neighbours joined the rescue. The flames were confined to the shop and extinguished with water.
At a Alexandria City Council meeting a debate arose over liquor act administration. An alderman questioned placing an architecture project in the discussion and raised concerns that residents should be allowed two gallons for their baby. He recalled traveling miles on prior occasions to obtain liquor, including visiting a chemist’s shop where spirits could be procured under a doctor’s certificate.
John Tranwiil, a 45 year old New Zealand bartender, arrived in Sydney and appeared at Water Polo Court charged with baibg Ariuk in Kenstreet on Thursday. Police found £7 4d and bank cheques on him. he pled guilty and was freed, then shaved cheques and money before leaving the court. Reports note WA Fremantle plebiscite issues, election annulment at Coolardin, and rising customs duties in New South Wales. Also mentioned are Royal Commission witnesses, a hospital inmate, and a government tourist excursion to the northern rivers by steamer Kyogly. A schooner Wil nes grounded near the bar at five p.m. Thursday.
London reports from Thursday indicate the Labour party pressing the government over unemployment relief measures. Sir E. L Ambrose and Mr Burns are cited discussing policies, with calls to adapt aid plans and curb distress amid winter constraints on workers and factories.
The Trt Imm Headhead organ admits a tense session about repatriation from the Tuts and the push for liberal reform. Liberal support is uncertain with elective speeches, while the war effort and party unity loom. The correspondent notes disappointment in the warty and calls for decisive action.
In London reports describe the Montagu shipwreck as depicted in Kingsley’s West Went Ho where the vessel is seen with torn sails and wrecked masts. The scene notes the crew’s peril and the distress of the ship’s passengers as lifeboats and rescue efforts unfold.
Fragmentary OCR reveals a nautical tale scene with Wettoume to Corie ingemial routes and clues agents at Val Vertis. Crew details emerge with references to Llama and Llamora, a mysterious sinking or capture, and a disrupted voyage involving bags of wheat and a la lure.
In London Marshay lists Servian regicides with 37.09 recognizing voluntary retirement payments, noting residue for up to pension or retirement benefit.
London dispatch reports crowds as high as 10,000 gathered to witness the ceremony of King Alfune and Princess Ena of Battenberg in Madrid. The event drew visitors and locals alike amid a festive atmosphere as the royal couple attended the verification of nuptials.
Extract from Judge's report questions bribery claims and notes lack of documents to prove payments. Wording emphasizes absence of evidence and potential safeguards, citing that transactions would center on the Amber and the bribed parties with efforts to conceal details.
The report on the Lands Commission contains sworn statements by Mr. Crick and Mr. Close. Justice Gwen maye notes some denials and questions the credibility of recalled testimony while detailing the sequence of dates in September October and April. The fragment references Natal Carapineers and native juice, rebel actions, and a sensational description of events around a medical propaganda scene.
Fragmented OCR text outlines the trial of ex solicitor White in a central magistrates court setting. It references judges, Crown counsel, and defense representation, with timeline notes from January to February. The account mentions location markers like Goulburn, Moss Vale, Parramatta, and Sydney, along with witness statements and alleged document issues.
Nearly 200 men will participate in a display aligned with the Metropolitan Brigade. The event will feature 78 horns and various appliances including steamers hoses carriages and petrol motors. The show will be witnessed by the Governor General the State Governor Lord Mayor and other dignitaries.
Roger Wheeler brinker faced Central Police Court today on an alleged bigamy charge involving Mary Ann Bridget Hawthorn dated July 15 1842 at Forbes and Sydney March 2 1644 with Mary Jane Gee. Mary Jane Gee was committed for trial at the Quarter Sessions Darlinghurst on June 5.
A harrowing report details the sad story of two sisters linked to a fatal accident. The piece chronicles their struggles, family impact, and ongoing legal and community repercussions, with references to local figures and surrounding events.
Fragmented OCR notes list distant ports and paths including Usenn Bay Ney Webel and West Australie Wig. Mentions Selina and Selina's Wey soil Tea with scattered place names like Charener Iver Due Ryagi and Natal uid Mepinuwn.
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