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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 03, 1902
Page
6
Jubilation erupts in London as news of a treaty ending the war spreads. Immense crowds fill streets with cheering, singing and processionals. Rosettes and patriotic colors mark the celebration as the city marks a major peace milestone.
Melbourne reports both Governor General and State Governor have received cables confirming surrender terms accepted by Howe forces. Lord Kitchener wires Pretoria news of peace signed last night. Wellington notes Premier Ward of New Zealand receives word that peace is proceeding.
In Darlinghurst Sessions a judge presides as court chatter erupts over war ending news. Isis Rouse reads, a plan to inform the communities was praised, and applause breaks out when the judge announces that the war is over and peace is signed. Court ushers call for silence amid the tension and reactions.
In Sydney the white ensign rose at the Royal Exchange as word of hostilities arrived while government offices kept bare. Admiralty officials said no official notice had yet reached Admiral Pearson. The mayor announced information would be shared at the Town Hall as instructions were issued.
Monday afternoon the 51st peace was celebrated in Adelaide with flags, bells, and public displays. Lord Tennyson read Mr Chamberlain's message from the House of Parliament, attended by the Premier and other officials. The public offices closed and schools gave a half holiday.
Citywide slashes of noise marked the moment as bells rang and streets filled with activity. Schools were closed as a holiday was declared for the Prince of Wales birthday, with officials announcing a day of rest despite the morning light rain.
Melbourne marks victory with flags, bonfires, and public holiday. Crowds cheer as soldiers return and authorities plan congratulatory addresses to the King. A Stock Exchange gathering features a patriotic address by the Lieutenant Governor and Mayor amid singing and displays.
Armidale reports wind of Sears whewed and district court praise. Peace celebrations spread joy with town band parades. Oange notes world events with public farewell and late openings. A somber gathering plans a South Africa dispatch and a public service at 2 oclock.
A weather notice details an unusual warm spell followed by a highlight rain event. It lists daily rainfall readings from numerous towns including Albury, Cooma, Goulburn, Kand defined, Queanbeyan, Quirindi, Sydney, Wagga Wagga and many others, noting City cloud clearing and renewed showers.
A compilation of weather notes from places including CAPEMBA, BECA, CAPTAIN'S FLAT, HAL, KLABMA, LITHCOW, MOS4 VALE, MOLONG, NARRANDETA, QUHAXBETAR, and TUMUT reports variable rain chances. Some towns predict steady rain or showers, others notable drought relief or warm, clear spells, with totals and future outlooks indicating mixed conditions for farmers and residents.
Melduathe Simpson continued hearings on Harriet Patmore's dissolution of marriage to John Patmore after years of abuse and alienation. The record notes past separations, relocation, and alleged ill treatment with calls for alimony and final decree. Charles Rudd also sought divorce from Mary Jane Rudd amid adultery claims with Charles Davis, detailing initial residence, disputes, and eventual legal actions.
A Chinese carrier Louis Chus and partner, delivering vegetables to the Albury goods shed, faced a rail yard prank. While preparing a cart for loading, others tied a rope to the axle and looped it around the platform. Chuo returned to find a dangerous scene as a stunt disrupted traffic and risked injury.
Friday values show wheat uncertainty due to tariff debates as buyers hesitate. Shipping and freight cuts in New South Wales aim to ease costs, while farmers protest duty removals affecting fodder and grain flows. Reports describe stock movements, prices, and potential supply shifts across Australia and New Zealand.
The Derby and Gake meeting at Belmore Cob opens today and runs until Wednesday. The draw lists Maiden Stakes starters including Exile Right Bower and Lady Lonsdale, and All-Agrt Stakes with Led Marte, Tyrone, and Bathing Towel among others. Several entries note byes and late substitutions such as Quinine and King Edward in the Maiden Stakes.
At Caneral Court yesterday two men Matthew MGregor 40 and Frederick Bond 4 were charged with polling custom at Sydney Railway Station. They pled guilty and were described as running-house runners. MGregor said hard times push them to such acts while Bond claimed he would not repeat the offense. Each man fined ten pounds in default of four days' imprisonment.
City council met to inquire into the death of Sailor Game Aro old Moral whose body was found in Farm Cove on Saturday morning. Autopsy suggested drowning with no violence. Widow Allos Moral, 41, testified he drank heavily and had expressed distress but denied threats of suicide. Witness Jamie Thomas Robinson, clothing maker, and others described the scene and items found on him as evidence. Jury returned a verdict with reference to the spurring events surrounding the death.
A scrambled list of commodities and prices including butter, butter substitutes, oils, oats, millet, potatoes, and various grains. Includes Tasmanian circular weeds, cotton goods, haricot beans, Swede Turnips, cattle, poultry, and fowl prices. Mentions ship and rail transport and miscellaneous market terms.
OCR fragment lists varied fruit items with country origins and prices. Mentions New York pippine and pippina, Tanzania, Queensland, and various per unit, per case, or per bunch prices. Includes mention of apples, pears, and other fruits with inconsistent spelling and measurements.
The sale notes from Redfern show varied forage lots with Lucerne and hay drawing strong prices, while maize and barley mixed results. Consignors include Prescott Company, Mall and Son, Grey and Company, Dalgety and Company, and others. prices reach up to 34s per cwt for some bundles, with many items sold or passed as trucks noted.
A Sunday report records plague cases in Sydney including Thomas Collopy of Waterlow and a 36 year old at Redfern boot factory, with a second case in George Street. Total cases rise to 114 since the epidemic began, deaths average around 4 percent, and 68 discharged. There are 14 active cases at Sunsteve, and a new wave was noted yesterday as the city contemplates further restrictions and public health measures amid the outbreak. A fund has raised £4100 this year for sidewalks and related relief as authorities close certain areas likely to spread the plague.
The London Stock Exchange closing mixed with Australian listings showing activity. Notable names include Bayer-Associated, Northern Blocks, Cosmopolitan, and Bank of New South Wales. Despite some gaps, prices in Sydney and Adelaide reflected ongoing demand and dividend expectations, with several blocks and equities trading around notable per ounce and currency figures.
Newcastle reports an old-age pensioner named Robert Forrest found dead near railway bridges at Teralba in the early hours. Initial injuries suggested a fall from a tram crossing the line. authorities consider the incident a probable tram knockdown.
Fragmented report lists numerous ships, captains, and origins with varied tonnages and dates. Mentions include Jone and Meraviart berth, Elina hd Suit Ses Naya, Glauicus, Captain Beer from Devossneet AO Nethet, and others. Notes charter terms, voyage ports, and references to crews, lines, and events with sparse coherent narrative.
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