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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 05, 1900
Page
3
A 3 pm parade at Victoria Barracks drew about 300 spectators as General French condemned military discipline lapses. He warned recruits against rioting and assaults on civilians, ordered barracks confinement after 10 pm, and urged soldiers to set a proper example to restore good relations with police and civilians.
An incident on Saturday night near the Queen Victoria Market Buildings led to the arrest of William Henry Hacksy, 18, a private in the 7th Regiment, and Joseph Tuite, 19, a private in the Kind Goauincent. Constable Woolf testified both men were found on the ground after a scuffle amid claims of an assault near the market entrances.
A conference involving the Colonial Secretary Major General Wrench and Inspector General Pollos followed street disturbance. Mr Bee announced a course to end the trouble, linked to keeping Artillery and Third Con agents in barracks after six.
The Creeewell Tichborne Royal Commission report is noted as the cheapest on record with total expenditure of £60. The government has not acted on the report and Parliament is expected to decide whether Cresswell will be released from Parramatta Asylum.
The notice lists terminations for election of members of the Stock Board of Advice to be held at AAr on's Exchange Hots on Monday July 2. Eastern Division names W Alison W Maher W Wabitett FD Badgery J Ross A Aoine jun, Central Division members T Lestin J B Ko Gis Mani Cerringtos Western Division Mesare W Macon P Denen C OC Hebrew. The convention will meet Tuesday July 4 at p.m.
Death of Me J Antill reported Monday at Moton. The deceased, aged about 1 year, leaves four sons and four daughters, two sons serving in Beath Africa with British forces. Relatives named include J M Antill of Mognted Time and Lt R A Antill of LAA. The obituary notes profound sympathy and references a murder case linked to Samuel Ensor.
New public works entries list Kenewale Fingal Heed Light house Tweed River and many others including Warrington Wollongong Fort Kemble and Bourke. The notes reference road repairs locks courthouses and water supply with bids and firms like Beal Rocka Lighthorne Wil lam Baratels and J J Clytch. Estimated costs appear in pounds shillings per ton or project totals.
Report describes a shift from ticket to cash fare on tramways causing inconvenience for passengers who must carry copper for change. Commissioners consider continuing a two sided system to avoid delays once the cash system is introduced, with payment by coin or elsewhere.
The Canterbury seat faces a by election after Mr Warner Parkes resigns. The Speaker issues a writ for the election with polling day set for Saturday June 16. The writ is directed to J. M. Corivener, the Returning Officer for Canterbury in Liverpool.
Arthur Taylor was acquitted after a brief retirement and discharge on a February 20, 1809, charge that he unlawfully undertook to Henrietta Lilies Falk to tell her fortune.
A period of frequent tram delays drew criticism of the Tramway Department though officials attributed disruption to external factors. Saturday saw multiple stoppages including a cow causing one delay and a stone wagon breakdown on the Waverley Line blocking cars for 40 minutes, with train traffic delayed about 20 minutes.
Racing card from Forest Lodge featuring Trial Stakes at 4 furlongs with Almee Ruby Wild Oats and The Gem among others. Thirteen Handicap over 3 1/4 furlongs notes Queenie and Blue and White with bets rising to 6 to 1. Forest Lodge Handicap results show Vixen Aimee True Color and Preetrade among starters with winning margin about a length. Time records listed as 43qnee and immn gacc with various placings and betting pools.
Hobart notes the Tattersall's Sweep winners at Randwick on Saturday with listed entries Cremona and Reservoir among the placed horses. First named Cremona by M'Keesie and Company. Dandy tied to Clement Harwood. third Alix under WG Syndicate. Reports detailed horses, sponsors, and prizes.
In a humorous police court scene yesterday at Central Court, an officer quipped about confiscated goods as the crowd heard the retort and a constable led the man away. The moment drew laughter as the proceedings continued.
A chaotic courtroom scene featured a speaker declaring I am Queen Vistoris amid disputes with two women named Vex and Stacey7. The confrontation included threats to repeat words and refusal to retract, leaving the judge to consider the credibility of the colorful testimony.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a cliff fall incident with unclear names and places. The garbled lines mention a Victorian Premier, Major-Guestal Hutton, and references to bids and Charne tee, lacking coherent details or outcomes.
Trooper Walter Carideca, returned invalided from South Africa, was welcomed at Cooma station by a large crowd including schoolchildren. The Mayor and locals praised his service, a death from enteric fever noted, and a national anthem led cheers as the procession proceeded to Milane's Hall. Similar welcome events occurred in Dunwelah and Singleton for other troopers returning home.
The City Coroner held an inquest into Edwin Watson's death at Waveriat Station after a goods train derailment. Witnesses described signals given during a brake test at 4 am, the engine driver Brakineville signaling, and the derailed truck. The verdict returned was accidental death.
Industrial activity at Lithgow shows ongoing works at focal pottery and Tronworks with repairs and stock rebuilding. Copper and steel plant output steady with full-time work at copper works and Great Cedar Copper. water jacket furnace and slags noted. Coal trade described as fair with revival in Hartley Vale slag industry.
Gilgandra and Monany-Mesars figures, including Dick and M'Far wane, win Watson and MaLa ad Shepherd. The Sectional Public Works Committee arrived by bus on Saturday. After evidence the Gilgandra Currents railway extension left for Dubbo this morning. A young woman Blondie Hell was thrown from a sulky when the horse bolted and sustained serious injuries. recovery uncertain. Mr Macdonald M.L.A. addressed a large meeting.
Newcastle reports persistent orders for coal with foreign markets at full capacity. Harbour congestion grows as exports to Victoria and intercolonial routes rise to 67 873 tons plus coastal shipments. Miners reject price adjustments from January 1 and push for higher rates, causing tension over small-quantity sales and coal prices.
A garbled report notes Mext rising at Broken WEL due to stock scarcity and mentions the Harwood soul on the Clarence with plans to move capital. It references the Brakes Hill Mem Mecegers' Ansocistien and a categration over Pritts uicormes in a Traversal oo Wed and a Weisba note where Mr. canctnine is a candidate for the Grae Waichs aust amid Held's scandal.
An agitation in Balmain seeks an improvement of the tram route to Sulmain via Parramatta road where the line narrows to a single track. Delays during heavy rain and frequent outages prompted councilor Law to press Railway Commissioners for a dual track, with a reply stating materials and a gradual shift to electric traction, including the western network upgrade.
Mr Holman spoke at West Wyalong yesterday, with Mr Andrew Tureau chairing. The audience filled the venue as Holman renewed attacks on the Friis Government and Chamberlain, arguing the 1889 treaty gave the Transvaal control of its own franchise, a claim tied to imperial aims and the Chartered Company. The motion of confidence failed three to one as the meeting ended in confusion.
A Newcastle bound cattle steamer Averley, later called at Servic Bay, reported losing about 330 bullocks in a hurricane after May 25 voyage, with only 65 animals surviving. Captain Robertson and crew exhausted after long ordeal, vessel arriving at Williamstown.
In Bankruptcy proceedings before the Registrar, meetings and examinations of Charles Haanon and late Peder Mune Feldt concluded after examination by the assignee. Mery William Brook escuoed for official erigoce. public examination adjourned to the 13th. Creditors’ petitions: Valier Hilly and Laurence Foley hearing adjourned to the 11th. Archdall Langley and Robert Gowarth petition withdrawn with leave.
The annual Central Licensing Court meeting was held on Monday with presiding officer Mr. Smithers and a panel including Messrs. Mactarians F. Penny. Applications for extensions for Roseas View Hotel and Botany Bay Hotel were granted. Several transfers of publicans licences were approved, and 207 renewals issued.
A report to the Colonial Secretary notes a debate on reinforcing Field Artillery and a parade at Matly. Preparations by 69 men and 66 rifle club members are mentioned with responses from Mr. Yew and the field artillery regents to be considered later.
The Minister for Works, following a request from Jongh Abbotts, calls for the erection of a bridge at Wentworth. Diapatched er and Howards propose a one way system as part of the project while awaiting approval.
A Sydney gathering praised federation and large local builders firm Mathew Laing and Brace. Speakers urged fair competition, noted Melbourne head office as benchmark, and pledged to support interstate cooperation while defending public interests amid Wharf and port debates.
At Homebush market on Monday about 163 cattle and a large consignment of sheep and lambs were sold. Prime bullocks and crossbreds commanded top prices, with heavy trade for prime and good medium weights, while some lighter stock moved slowly. A Sydney cattle body meeting was held at Colp’s West Worth Hotel, endorsing a two-tier sale plan and a potential station build grant. MLA Mr Hogue led a deputation to press for government support to avoid disbanding the local fire brigade.
A theft charge arises from the loss of a diamond ring and engagement band from Elizabeth Marshall of Sewirwe. The accused said she pawned the ring to a man named George Vinget West. The judge noted the case and imposed a fine of 15 with possible imprisonment if unpaid.
A court heard a case of alleged assault at a vegetable stall where the attacker struck vegetables. The accused received a fine of 2 shillings and costs, with the judge noting the foe was wrong.
The contractor began work on the new water supply project at Aicree Tuesday. The system aims to be economical and evenly pressurized for reticulation and machinery, reducing operating costs despite pumping and labor expenses.
At the Quarter Sessions Darlinghurst an elderly woman Joseie Parkes faced a contested will dated February 21. The court heard a £1 10s claim and a £2 10s payout with a prior order. The magistrate declined a Fre Crendops Ant proceeding and imposed a six month sentence with light duties.
In an Australian Star interview Mr. George Grange endorses Clements Tonic, praising its effect on nerves and personal freedom from serious ailments. He cautions readers against unreliable tonics and insists the product must have genuine merit to endure, citing his own positive experiences and urging quick publication.
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