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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 05, 1903
Page
3
Sir CT Wakeman led swiftly at Camden yesterday. Reports from Sydney detail shipping and rail incidents, court cases, local council actions, and civic projects. Notable items include the Tasmanian steamer Taslaterro's Perth voyage, a Camden platform debate on reform, and police and court proceedings in Alexandria and Campbelltown.
In the Central Police Court, Charley Herbert Young and Albert Fisher faced charges of conspiring to defraud Samuel Hordern trading as Anthony Hordern and Son from December 1901 to May 1903. Testimony covered employment history, embezzled sums, various bank and property dealings, and a separate case of forged documents leading to a two months hard labour sentence. The hearing adjourned to Tuesday afternoon.
Frederick Baxter a married man admitted abducting a girl and was sentenced at Darnjoghurst Quarter Sessions. His wife testified to his good conduct and the mother’s influence, while a witness claimed the girl was a willing participant. Judge Bowers called it one of the most disgraceful cases, noting Baxter planned the crime and took the girl to Wollongong. Baxter’s wife, left penniless, faced social injury. the judge urged state restraint but imposed hard labour for two years.
The Arbitration Court President cites growing penalties for breaches of awards. He notes cases brought before stipendiary magistrates and police magistrates under the act. He suggests appeals heard by higher authorities, but warns of mounting delays and complexity.
An enforcement application filed on behalf of the Flute dreeeers and Wigmakern Amployees Uilen seeks enforcement of an award made to March. Against George M'Donald a waiter bairdinerer of 132 Pirestevet Sedaks. He is alleged to have breached by opening his seluta after 11 a.m. on Baxter Monday. Judgment was received.
A summons connected with an Undertakers firm led Elizabeth Kirby and P Kirby and Son to face a breach of wage laws for employing non union members at below required rates. The court considered a small penalty but commended the employer for cooperation and noted the breach was unconscious.
In Melbourne the Commonwealth Parliament Senate discussed a Brisbane Chamber of Manufacturers petition for repeal of immigration act exclusions. Henry Jng Saunders was introduced as WA's new senator. Postal services offered Commonwealth Acts unbound copy set for £1 6s 7d as debate on the Address-in-Reply continued amid reports of recent illness at Tumberusbe.
A letter-style promotion extols Bile Beans as a cure for digestive woes common in winter. It claims the product reactivates the liver and eases influenza, headaches, dizziness, and rheumatic pains, urging households to keep a box on hand and citing anecdotal testimonials.
The counting of the votes for the Australian Mutual Provident Society directors concluded with results announced today. Senator Wilken received the highest tally, followed by George Mulden and James Ashton, while other named candidates trailed. The board will declare the three elected directors at the society’s boardroom session.
At Rosebery Park on June 4, multiple races including the Flying Handicap over four furlongs. Notable finishes include Rattler beating Dart and Walker, Miss Beauchamp winning the One Welter Handicap over about four furlongs, and Envyous taking the Fourteen-Two Handicap.
A local coursing club held a Sesal Log meeting with numerous matches and prize details. Several dogs secured trophies and cash, including winners like Laon, Licorice, Dolores, Conqueror, Rodney, Master Black, and Frank Watson. Various bouts featured upsets and close outcomes with modest cash awards listed.
Fragmentary report describes a man named Matthews, a partner with Fah, attacked by a camel in Atlee Springs, South Australia. The animal bit and shook him severely, with bystanders unable to quickly restrain it, leaving him with serious injuries.
A fragmented report describes the Homebish stock sale with details on prices and stock types. It notes 400 chewys from New Zealand and bids in varied ranges for ewes and cattle. Sellers expect over 6000 sheep and 600 cattle offered on Prince of Wales Birthday amid a generally weak trade.
Commonwealth Treasurer Sir George Tornet has conducted careful investigations into the robbery of white sugar. A memorandum summarizing the findings will be sent to the Prime Minister with copies for the Premier of each State. contents will remain confidential until delivery.
A chaotic court note claims Christopher Sehuthy, tailor of flag’s world, sues Harry Stimid, carpenter of Athens, alleging a dispute over a will and burial expenses. The document names odd parties and unclear places, but centers on a familial dispute and requested costs.
George Brickersten, a seaman, was taken to Sydney Hospital on Thursday after a fall from Pyrmont Wharf into the water. He reportedly struck his head during the descent and was assisted by Constable Bryson before transport to hospital.
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