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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 03, 1909
Page
4
Fragmentary birth and death notices show names feintly, including Mariam and Mamoriam references. The text lacks clear dates or locations, obscuring the specific event details and relationships for a precise record.
The piece argues the Liberal Party reflects Australia’s political and geographic balance while condemning Labor for coalition to oppose protectionism. It questions Labor’s earlier sinking policy and praises Deakin for seeking a truce on fiscal issues, urging electors to judge the Deakin Conk Cabinet by its actions.
The writer describes a new Liberal Party as a fusion of parts aiming for practical liberalism and steady reform. It envisions a government that combines strength with prudent administration, avoiding fanaticism, and seeks a sane land defense policy aligned with imperial duties and Australian needs.
A reflective piece warns that speculators may destabilize the wheat market causing hardship for many. It discusses supply versus demand, then pivots to dietary guidance advocating reduced food intake and simpler eating. Referenced voices include Edison and Professor Chittenden, amid experiments on diet and performance.
A garbled OCR passage discusses following rules, condensing essence, and ordinary food. It mentions an experiment at home, a restaurant, and tagging mouthfuls to measure a convivial outcome, but many words are corrupted and unclear.
A British press debate argues recruiting by height favors shorter soldiers for modern warfare. The piece asserts the small man can endure digging and cover tactics, criticizing tall phalanxes and praising compact regiments. It cites Frederick’s Great and a 28 inch chest measurement as outdated ideas in today’s combat.
A Victorian article notes marked apathy among women toward political rights with only about a quarter enrolled to vote. It argues many would not have engaged regardless, while men often fail to inspire political interest in women. The piece contemplates whether increased literacy or influence from male relatives could shift attitudes and enable voting rights to take root.
A Reverend recounts a rural area with eighty souls turning away from religion and some youths relocating to towns with stronger faith. The piece questions broad claims of irreligion and warns against wholesale judgment of village life and its moral tone.
A Peterabam pigeon loft raid saw 39 to 80 high value pigeons stolen, with owner Joseph Julet estimating the birds at about £209. The report notes pigeon thefts are common and often yield no comparable payout for owners.
An item lists a sales by auction at Bondi Junction for household furniture and effects, mentioning Alidig and Company Limited and the auction rooms. It then promotes Sanders Extract with dubious medical claims and instructions, including applying the extract and using in feed, with references to Mildura, retailers, and unverified cures.
A lengthy drawn cricket match report from London outlines a delayed restart at 125, with Hartigan and M Allaine adding runs for Australia. Laver and Hartigan contributed in a tense middle phase, Whitty and Odell sharing wickets, and Trumper, Crawfurd, and King among key performers as Leicester and Australia sequence through first and second innings, ending in a draw after a 275 minute struggle and a final total near 168.
Fragmented report details cricket matches and scores amid uncertain OCR text. Mentions Australia England results, player names like Noble, Barte Wey, Ransford, and phrases about wickets and totals, with inconsistent punctuation and garbled team references.
Fragmented OCR lists remaining fixtures for the Australian river racing program. It references multiple venues and dates, including Bath, Lord, and Mahr districts, with entries mentioning September and August events and various teams, locations, and timings.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a London money market investigation linked to emigration fears and a Welsh government figure. References to a minister and market raid imply a fiscal or regulatory probe affecting Cameaan town and related financial activities.
The London market quoted May silver at 2.05 to 2.168 pounds per ounce as the standard rate, reflecting current price movements in London bullion trade. Dealers note slight volatility amid uncertain demand.
The Nottingham Ancient Imperial Lodge discussed state aided compulsory thrift versus voluntary schemes. Speakers including Ben Kilvington of York and G Belstom urged support while a letter from Lord Genres cautioned safeguards for the era’s interests. The meeting weighed responses and potential public reception.
London, Wednesday Evening. King Leopold of Belgium sells parts of his art collection to satisfy creditors amid royal financial strain following the death of Princess Ladi te. One Rubens painting fetched £ AH,000, while other works are disposed to ease liabilities. The princess’s daughter Louise, born 1910, wed in 1875, and the marriage of Matthias was dissolved in 1904 amid long standing financial scandal surrounding the princess.
The Meagher case faced extended scrutiny as Richard Toole Meagher seeks reinstatement amid land scandal inquiries. The Full Court weighed prior statements, evidence of property holdings worth £3000 in Treasury Bills, and the credibility of Meagher and associates. A cautious, comprehensive examination aimed to determine if mercy for reconciliation outweighed implications of alleged impropriety.
The report analyzes batting and bowling averages for the Australians and others. Armstrong drops from 22.1 to 87.77, Bardsley from 31.25 to 63.27, Ransford from 43.70 to 52.55, Trumper from 25.0 to 21.00, while Gregory sinks from fourth to fifth with 4.23 and Noble rises to a prior position.
An odd dispatch describes a guard or escort for the czar during a journey from Petersburg to Tapers. It notes a derailment or mishap near the rail line with mention of patrols and protective arrangements. The report reflects wartime era travel security concerns and staged delivery routes.
The Zeper Voaitscin damaged in a collision at Znapingen was secured and landed safely at Predrivbs base. The report notes the incident occurred Wednesday Moening with no further injuries recorded.
The Orient Line steamer has docked after a four day voyage from Australia. The vessel carried guests and was greeted with remarks about the passage, as reports describe the arrival and reception aboard.
The training ship Port Jackson from Sydney completed a long voyage of 108 days and will wait for Australia in August. Crew, under Menara, Ley sip and Moore, gained substantial experience during the journey to London.
A robbery at Mr Jarah Mersted a Nicenard dealer on Liverpooleirt street was discovered this morning after entry during the night. burglars forced the back door, ransacked the premises, and fled with cheap watches jewellery and clothing valued around £18. Police traced the intruders leaving toward the river.
In Paddington Police Court Al loe Paddington is named in a case brought by Subinspector Spence over an April 5 incident at a Royal Agricultural Society ground. The defendant faces liquor act charges, with the magistrate remitting the cast to the magistrate after an appeal to Mr Justice Sty. Leslie Cannon pled not guilty and was fined two pounds with costs. a further menacing charge was noted.
A lengthy report details plans for a major Sydney office and post office complex, with discussions on the cost, scope, and impact on government services. It notes estimates running into millions, ongoing construction, and debates over administrative tiers and space allocation for the General Post and related departments.
A sprawling race report from Randwick details numerous horses and riders, highlighting performances across miles and furlongs. It lists participants such as Victoria, Joe Cronk, Pavol, and others, noting various placements and times while mentioning track conditions and upcoming events.
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