Boer War Dispatches Describe Retreat and Morale Struggles
The report details Boer forces fleeing toward Pretoria and other centers as British advances press. It notes supply shortages, cannon losses, and the attempt to protect capital assets while preserving arms and munitions. Strategic positions shift across Bechuanaland and the Orange Free State amid looming combined operations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sruger
Lisa Teem
Alybeir
bin Mogp
Pretoria
Brie Banda
Warike Elipplice
Menoe
Aiddlevarg
Lydenhrs
Lowe Botha
Kuama
Bechuanaland
Sluteking
Platersburg
Griqualand
Charles Warren
Toren
Dleanler
Orange Free State
Basutoland
Bathlehem
Sendha
Buller
Natal
Buker
Lord Methuen
Alome
Roherle
Cobar
Canterbury Election Sparks Rivalry Between Government and Opposition Candidates
The Canterbury election appears poised for a lively contest between a Government supporter and an Opposition candidate. Str. Taylor, backed by ministerial sponsors, clashes with Sydney Smith, a veteran leader of the free trade party and former minister. Smith’s past acts include overseeing the Coal Mining Act and establishing the Agricultural Department, while Taylor is noted for his aggressive campaigns and prior municipal activity in Liverpool. The outcome hinges on local loyalties, candidate records, and party strategy amid a tight poll.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canterbury
Lkely
Taylor
Sydney Smith
G. 71. Reid
Teylor
Liverpool
Vargey Perko
Parkes
Mlaluiry
Lis
Atr
Smith
Bath
Io the Assembly
Hee
Rimi Iso
Agricullure
Canteria
Mr. Smich
Vigilance Committee Faces Mayor Over Town Hall Space
Fragmented reminiscences describe the Vigilance Committee of Citizens arguing with Sydney’s Mayor over use of rooms in the Town Hall. The Mayor allegedly offered space and municipal aid, while tensions and reputational tensions surface amid claims of unequal treatment and refusals to reimburse costs.
Irregularities Stir Civic Committee Over Town Hall Expulsion
A local civic committee faces questions after efforts to relocate its quarters. Members debate whether the group did sufficient work, while critics argue the committee caused public disruption and should be expelled from the Town Hall. This unfolded amid tension with civic authorities seeking clear, useful tasks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iriah Geavipman
Rome
Alber
Mena
West Australian push for federation referendum date
In committee the West Australian Legislature backed the Premier's plan to set a federation referendum date, despite some opposition. Critics warned of jealousy toward Eastern colonies and warned against altering the schedule to appease other states. Public opinion appears pro federation, with the Premier adopting a conciliatory stance ahead of July 24.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thms
Wes
Dave
Usis
Mouget
Totes
Mongers
Anchinge
West Australia
Forrest Gang
Bimeek
Modern Islanders and firearms change Pacific frontier risks
The narrative argues that native peoples in the New Hebrides have grown bolder with rifles. It notes fewer executions by punitive voyages and more ambushes of landing parties from ships like a French cruiser. Santo and Espiritu Santo regions are cited as volatile, with violence blamed on armed natives who imitate white men.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pacife
New
Hebrides
Te Tepmn
Thas
Santo
Congested Bus Traffic Menace to Train Passengers
Metropolitan Trup si Commission heard that buses blocking King Street near Martin Pico create danger for tram riders. Movements for bus stops proposed on southern Kings Street to improve passenger safety during peak hours. Police to review the issue. Water consumption figures for the metropolis showed 17 800 000 gallons last week, up from the previous year. A Bourke woman Jane Mallison died by poisoning. a man Hicks from Bateownle faced gunpowder charges. Thomas Joke of Kurrajong celebrated his 1900th birthday. local court actions noted for Pearl and tramway thefts and property charges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trupsi Commission
Megara
W. T. Waters and Company
King and George-Street
Sydney
Martin Pico
KingstTest
Ebica
Weraby
Fhoracomuluber
Kingsieet
Aafary
Alfairy
Metropolis
Jane Mallison
Bourke
Res Bodre
Hicks
Renidine
Bateownle
Wollongeag
Seoul
Kurrajong
Prawant
Kurrajung
Searty
Chas
Pearsat
Geo. O'Brien
Walle
Asnbyoce Co
Yatler
Plutiabors
Sohn
Tongan Protectorate Notes From Auckland Report
A distorted dispatch from Auckland reports that King George’s independence stance appeared firm while Britain’s Protectorate idea for Tonga faced mixed reactions. The article notes potential European oversight and a forthcoming official statement before sailings. Authorities reportedly did not respond to a salute by the Porpoise, and pressure on Tonga’s governance continues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Auckland
N.E
Geores
Saal Poomson
Tonga
Porpolae
Javer
Provettoras
Judge blasts witnesses amid damning testimony in damages suit
Mr Justice Stephen delivered strong remarks labeling witnesses as "unblushing lying" during a hearing in the action for damages for alleged scandal. The judge said there was no ground to doubt the statements and lamented the lack of truthfulness in the courtroom as he urged for proper regard for the truth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coomtenia
Gr Witler
Bridget T.L. Aadlier
von Teylor
Stephen
Eme
Cerein Ittesses
Almont
Hir
Eaneluaion
Plague Updates and Quarantine Actions Across Cities
Reports indicate no new plague cases after press time. Five cured patients released from quarantine. names include Kate Hefernen and William Waters. Quarantined Ultimo station almost cleared. 40 000s removed from area and 100 carpenters working nearby. Dead rats found near public structures, cleanup expected within a week. Vigilance committees reassigned spaces. council debates ongoing inquiries and mayoral decisions. A Melbourne inquiry notes rat depot at West Street Lewisham. Melbourne watchers report few rats caught. new cases suspected in Cumberwill suburb. Queensland health officials confirm true plague not present in Marreba. Java infection marked as infected since May 21.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tuseday
Kate Hefernen
Marty Mal
William Waters
James Meson
Frederick Moundler
Ultimo Station
Jmat
Manly
George-wires
Citizens
Mitte
Barniesiarest
Peterstam Council
Board of Health
West Street
Lewisham
Handwick Council
Polson
Kensington
Anunougr Watt
Ives
Melbourne
Cumberwill
Turner
Calas
Brisbane
Marreba
Queensland
Java
Caling
Selsbane
New Permanent Units Recruitment At Victoria Parade
Al minster parade at Victoria Gerracks 90 Tuesday afternoon announced the terms of enlistment for the new permanent units. Recruits wanted for the Royal Australian Artillery and the ABC and AM.C. infantry and cavalry. Enlistment periods three to five years with a one year buyout option. Pay scales listed for various ranks. Third Contingent members given until 9 am to decide. others to be dismissed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minster
Victoria Gerracks
Lonve-Corpargis
Gompeny Sergnaut
Waiting Jurors Deliberations Reported in No. X Jury Co
Fragmentary courthouse notes reveal a barrister and Justice Stephen discussing remarks with reference to an IV tent cape, while jurors wait in No. X Jury Co. The dialogue hints at a possible release outcome for Waiting Jmore and related matters as proceedings linger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cape
Bar
Stephen
No. X Jury Co
Hume
Anne
Ower
Wise Man at the Altar and Sobering Bets
A garbled notice hints at a wedding moment, a groom named Peto the Door, and suspicions of deception by a bolt of fate. Scattered phrases mention crude tastes, English manufacture, and a listed price or catalog under a 1009 item line.
Mayor of Sydney Discusses Chamber Departure and Plans
The mayor, Alderman Matthew Hares, explains the vanguard of the Cubeane Vigilance Committee leaving Tawa Hall after many applications for room use. He notes the need to reorganize work, whether to seek reappointment, and anticipates time to decide if he runs again while detailing family and public life commitments. The interview hints at South Africa news and a formal parliamentary stance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Ir Matthew
Hares
Wula
Cubeane
Tawa Hall
Mathew
Graiuin
Imo
Perlapa
Graham
Hot
Max
Lear
Mars Fla
South -Africa
Lahall
South Africa
Military v Civilians at Paddington Barracks Brawl
An early morning incident at Paddington Barracks involved three men at the gate and assault allegations against a civilian-clad artilleryman. Police arrested two of the men near the barracks while the third was at large. At Medlington Court the defendants faced charges of public disorder and obscene language.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paddington
Fnally
Hux Foc
Meduington Court
Edwards
James
James Smt
Blace- Smith
Barey Oarrall
Carroll
Banda
Cleus
Ube
sleTaut
Nevea
The Retort Courteous and Water Affairs Dispute
The president of the Water and Seversss Beart responds to a Tuesday Colonial Secretary statement. A deputation representing the Zoological Ganens claims nearly £400 for water, alleging breach of an earlier promise related to easement of Coljonel Rowe. The reply denies any obligation implying such a promise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Water
Seversss Beart
Colonial Secretary
Zoological Ganens
Preveni
Jonél Rowe
Water supply test results from multiple Sydney points
The Water and Sewerage Board released health laboratory analyses of safer talent from multiple supply points including Hezin Prospect Reservoir Crown-street Reservoir School of Art Burwood Commercial Bank Camden railway station Campbelltown Liverpool Windsworth Birchwood and Randwick noting quality varied by source and highlighting concerns over public health.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Water and Sewerage Board
Te Board of Health
Aampire
Hezin
Eal
Adiet End
Prospect Reservoir
Council Chambers
Floretville
Town Hall
Randwick
Crown-street
School of
Arig
Burwood
Commercial Bank
Central Police Court officials head to new postings
Mr Love, PS, and chamber magistral at the Central Police Court, has gone to Kew castle to relieve Mr Payten. It is likely that Mr Tayten will be appointed to the vacancy on the metropolitan bench, while Mr W M Macfarlane, the SM and chamber magistrate at the Watery Police Court, will move to the Central. Mr Love will take over the sthead rematt zs stipensary at Newcastle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
MS. Love
Central Police Court
Kewcastle
Payten
Tayten
Metropolit Tp Indiary
W. M. Macfarlane
Central
Love Will
Sthood Rematt
Newcastle
Fire at Theatre Royal Hotel in Castlereagh Street
Fire at the Theatre Royal Hotel Castlereagh Street shortly after 11 am was traced to a chimney spark. Inmates contained the blaze with a small bucket, damaging about 1 by 1 foot of roof and water-soaked ceiling. Insurance £1000 with National of New Zealand and a similar amount with Australian Mutual. Contents valued at £500 during the incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M.F.B
Theatre Royal Hotel
Castlereagh-street
Hotel la
New Zealand
John B. Sutton
Mysterious May Water Levels and Health Report
A garbled May report notes 0,000 gallons more water drawn from Prospect reservoir than in May last year. It mentions typhoid cases in Congo area and efforts to widen accommodation. A late cable to Governor True Str mentions Alfred Mimner Cape Town June 6 and a surrender event in Loré Roberte.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thas
Ceadoboi
Aifred Mimner
Antoa
Capetown
Lune
Rise of a Pralad Byy Lotion in Naniy Buen Gragahions
An OCR damaged item appears to describe a sermon or advertisement for a beauty product, with scattered names and phrases. The readable fragments reference a lotion, a brand or event, and a list of unclear terms. The exact meanings are obscured by garbled text, yielding a partial historical notice or commodity listing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Naniy Buen
Igt
Ellis
Local brief notes on colonial affairs and Sydney events
A crowded update from the colony reports maglatiste appointments, military movements in Orange River and Pretoria, and transport projects. It notes Lord Roberts ceremonial entry, ships arriving in Sydney, public works bids for bridges and railways, and council meetings addressing park improvements and street repairs.
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Johannesburg
OLD & New
the Town and Country Journal
Mary Anutone
Gower
Revernbery Ff
Sophie
Martin Sea
Acre
Groningens
Sydney, Wednesdat
Lord Roberts
Pretoris
Royal Artillery
Creatur Ainge
Roberta
Sarrender
Parle
Thia
Pav
de la
Lowmeer
Bope
Suscee
Kruger
Treaury
Abeo
Kaltes
Transvaal
Misty
Ham
Delagoe Bay
Bundwarath
Wilber
Vigilance Committee
Warrie
Ataira
Matthew Hartis
Bern
Grakass
Federal Obstructers
George
Justice Stephen
the City Water
Jona Jiloton
barHater
Syeety
Lord Beauchamp
Pricme
Parramatta
Krea Levert Shipp
Torrow
M. Fi Yoaston
Sedney
Fraice
Minister For Lands
Joureton
Percela
New Our Wales
la Kerse
Auty
Iaubella Thetrat
Golding Ad Messen
C. Ap Bouarine
C.J. Ormady
A.C. Hewlett
F .A. Dusis
Barry Closter
Dugte
Cork
Buena Vista Hous
Milliary-fond
Eveolne
Priesland
Delagon Hay
Oulu
Peversham
Department of Lands
Steyn
Vrede
Ile Free State
Orange River Colony
Ching
Tuewiay
Metsing Levu
Tel
Bere Meds
Bouts Lelchhardt Beime Kent
Ull & E
New South Wales
Sroonatad
George Tynks
Postay
Umoce
Parramatis
Berwards
Justice Department
Papatoven
Theranepofe Automation
Estee
Shu Inyallters
Bours Wales
Laty Morris
Méycress
Mire Cisais Harris
Im Tomas
Orange Fokew, Ltd
Oxfordetrest Post Ofice
Messrs
Quinn
Neizou
Meia
Les Deciley
Turrion Crooky
Randwick Cottell
Handwick
Iber
Hemme
P. ©. Rogers
Tauks
Goarwr
Normhern
C G
Reydon
Dudae
Northern Diatrict
Es Jotee
Gistrich
Chaman
Courta
Seearian
Bouth-weatern
Gergramest Guserve
Troi Roe Bar
Dover Road
Mapertina
Abeotty
Chatswood
Clese Victoria
Prictisis
Tenalve
Fee
Cagtorbury
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