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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 05, 1907
Page
5
Readable fragments describe a brief local news snippet with unclear names and events. The legible parts reference a city context and a possible public notice or social item without concrete actions or dates. No definitive outcome or involved organizations are clearly identifiable from the fragment.
A divorce petition details Jovy Streayn Wilton and Eun Jo FOPTEFEP end of marriage after alleged desertion and employment disputes. The inquiry describes Wilton’s alleged tramway service interference, a pursuit to Turramurra, and eventual separation leading to Mrs Wilton seeking support and formal proceedings. The record notes contested residency, defendant’s alleged attempts at reconciliation, and comments from counsel.
The readable text mentions a sister and a person named Zoe May Barbara in a dispute tied to adultery allegations and a coronation motif. It references wars and legal phrases as it hints at a court context with stressed consequences and a move or removal.
The Premier visited Newcastle for official duties as criticism rose over delays to sewerage schemes and port developments. He faced questions on railway progress and funding, arguing the government would provide money to begin work while blaming surveyors and logistical issues for hold ups.
In an early morning court session Master Well Out of spinnin was examined to show cause why his ferry license should be suspended. The inquiry followed a collision between the Lilac and Sunlum off Darling Toland Point on April 15 near Sydney. The court found him responsible for the mishap and noted harbor regulation breaches.
In No 2 Jury Court Justice Sir presided over the case of Cistio Zathar of Tamworth who sues Masog Hanna of Elizabeth Street Reuter for damages claiming a promise to marry after years in New South Wales. The Syrian-born plaintiff recounts repeated engagements and letters, Hanna’s refusals, gifts including a ring and handkerchief, and claims of ongoing manipulation and control culminating in the alleged broken betrothal.
Weather forecast for Sydney area calls for mostly fine conditions with cloud areas and unsettled winds over western districts. Night temperatures are low with variable winds, mainly south to southwest. Crown land subdivision near Mulwala being surveyed intoElement areas of 0M acre by curveyors.
Messrs Qair, Sloane and Co with Dennys, Laxcolies, Austin and Compas report sale of Cul Hugral Estate on Upper Bunter, 27,181 acres freehold plus 062 acres CP and 12,000 acres Crown Inner land, 24,000 sheep, 290 cattle, 140 horses, to Cullingtal Estate Proprietary, Limited, at a satisfactory price.
In Albury district a young married man Aire Lavermore killed his wife by throwing her newborn infant into a fire, then shot himself. A neighbor, Mr Caffrey, tried to quench the blaze and pull the victim from the flames. The husband’s body was found later in scrub near the house. A incoherent note ending with I am mm was recovered. The scene and house showed signs of poverty amid heavy drinking prior to the tragedy.
Julien Bull Wilmott, a renowned Sydney violinist, faced Judge Murray in Darlinghurst Sessions charged with stealing a violin owned by Francis Robert Peel. Evidence showed Wilmott obtained the instrument via pawn and contemplated resale for profit. He denied ownership and claimed the case involved mischief and mistaken identity amid court proceedings and a remand. The jury found him guilty of theft and he was sentenced to months with hard labor at Goalburn, with the violin returned to Peel.
In a cluttered report from Ascot, Lorraine leads a crowded field across multiple handicaps with close margins and shifting odds. Winners include Waverley in the Fourteen-Threer Welter and Kilkerkin in a Coronation Trial, while betting unsettled, names like Barney, Gold Rowe, and Mella appear among numerous starters.
A fragmented report captures a rugby style football clash between Coursey and City with repeated attacks, kicks, and near misses. Key players include Oxenham, Lane, Wardell, and Gordon, while Woods and Prentice feature in defense as the ball moves between the counties and city, ending with a late attempt and a narrow finish.
Fragmentary report of a field hockey or football game with scattered names and plays. The text describes team segments and players such as Gayin and Bix, references to Western and Northern divisions, and a series of on field actions. It includes mentions of centers, rails, and a remarkable play sequence with players like Pott, Smith, and Reannelt. The writing is garbled but conveys a competitive contest between regional sides and includes multiple names and events from the match.
Fragmented OCR notes depict a late department building meeting of a board led by Wilber Owen with members including Mr M Master and Mr Davies. The discussion centers on leases, land claims, and improvements in Bathurst area holdings, with financial actions and tender adjustments by Mr Davies and others amid contested land and leases.
A court report lists alleged frauds connected to multiple individuals and companies, including Abranain Myerinn and W) manufacturers, with various associates named across regions. Authorities mention possible money involved and bail considerations as magistrates review the case and identify parties implicated in the scheme.
A report notes a successful bore at an artesian water site near Stontey af Cullahabla, reaching a depth of L150. Details describe the supply as plentiful with rapid flow and steady output, indicating meaningful yield for local use and potential development.
A mixed trading day with prices drifting across Sydney and Melbourne. Prices shown include private tabiew based on Tuesday, with notable levels for Broken Hill South, Sulphide Corporation, Crown Lyall Adelaide listings, and Queensland and Victoria market movers. Trading activity occurs at first and second calls with numerous copper, silver, and mining stocks quoted in regional centers.
Scattered text appears as OCR garble with repeated phrases and partial names, referencing places and people in a murky way. No coherent event or dates are extractable, leaving an unreadable summary with multiple lone terms.
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