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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 07, 1902
Page
7
A local exhibition features watches clocks jewelry silverware purses and spectacles. Show highlights include ornate timepieces and shimmering accessories drawing shoppers and collectors to the display hall.
Fragmented notices record births marriages and deaths with several names and details. Entries mention Coleman Bigginbotham Morris Murray and others with scattered locations and ages, reflecting a local obituary notice page with memorials and family notices.
A death occurred at his residence in Campbell Street North Sydney today. Mr Tyson a manager with Pas torale Finance Association Limited had been ill for about a fortnight. He leaves a widow and three sons. A separate fire verdict noted an incident at Tumut on May 35. The article also mentions legislative matters and health adverts.
The narrative follows Sir John Robertson and yeomanry clashing with squatters on crown land in New South Wales. It describes land seizures, occupation, and legal battles, detailing selector movements, lease pressures, and clashes that shaped early colonial land policy and property struggles.
A historical voice laments land deprivation by financial interests and praises settler response as land reform evolves. It argues freeholders, small holders, and government schemes push toward a robust yeomanry, resilient through tribulation, in the predicted future of national independence.
The Supreme Court of the state affirmed its jurisdiction in appeal in the well known breaking of seals case. The Evening News noted the anomalous position of the Commonwealth Government and the delay in establishing a federal high court of appeal. It warned that federal authority could wield laws of the land only when it favors its stance.
A ore was found burning on board the Mount Stewart at Parbury's Wharf Miller's Point. Sulphur fumes attracted attention. Wharf laborers spotted the blaze and alerted brigades. firemen arrived promptly but the extent of the damage was not yet known at noon.
Firefighters were called to 74 Newtown Road in Newtown on Priddy evening after flames touched the second floor bedroom. Bedding and clothing were damaged by fire and water before crews extinguished the blaze and rescued occupants. The incident involved Joshua Mace and required axing backers to gain entry.
The morning weather in Sydney shows a minimum at the Observatory of 47 degrees with frosty inland and highland conditions. The southern and far western districts forecast rain while Wentworth and Menindie on the Darling River report warming conditions and dull skies in other west stations.
Considerable excitement arose near Hereford Street and Bridge-road as an electric tram traffic collided with a car heading the same direction. The car veered, striking the tram and shattering glass with injuries feared but not confirmed. The tram was taken for repairs while passengers traveled on another tram. The cart driver escaped injury though shaken as the wharf wheels were broken.
In a peace proclamation, Mr R Mann pledged to bequeath household property and land valued at £520 to the memorial household as a substantial show of loyalty. The Quonor, a printer by trade, had previously achieved success in winning the loyalty of Taitersall’s crew.
Cable news brief from the Evening News Correspondents reporting on rapid developments across multiple sectors. Highlights include political, economic, and social items with concise notes on key figures and organizations involved.
London dispatch reports a rush for farms in new colonies as Boora who surrender and can support families may return to their farms. Refugees are being retied from camps and supply depots form in Pretoria. Updates say progress in districts and health events honor Mr Chamberlain at a Bloemfontein dinner.
June 6 London dispatch says three commanitos near Holdenberg and other Boers begged for food from British authorities. Boer leader told Daily Telegraph correspondent Bennet Burleigh that without peace they would be forced to kneel and beg for peace due to lack of food horses and supplies.
London dispatch reports that term of peace has been very well received in Natal and Cape Colony. British interests are viewed as unfeguanted, with public sentiment favorable to peace and stability in the colonies.
London June 6 report describes misrepresentation of the exchange between Lord Kitchener and Boer generals. The Continent’s people cannot reconcile apparent friendliness with damsel-like mischaracterizations, reflecting a charged era in European relations and press portrayal.
In the Commons Mr A d Balfour opened a debate praising colonial military assistance. The June 6 proceedings noted the sale of gratitude to One Groups for wartime services and marked a shift in imperial history.
Cardinal Vaughan orders Thanksgiving services in Roman Catholic churches to be observed on Sunday. Chief Rabbi Dr. Hermann Auer directs holding of thanksgiving services in synagogues on Wednesday.
The Daily Graphic notes progress toward a peace referendum among the Bonts with a gathering planned at Vereeniging on the Vaal frontier. The piece stresses union as Vereeniging means and muses on a potential White union in South Africa amid the armistice context.
London June 6 1 25 p m After peace tophings Vast might a pamber of Hooligans attacked Mr Muray 2 Henry Spicer of Spicer Beithers killing him near Aston road Notting Hill Several family members live nearby well known in Literal religious and peace organizations.
In a Paris chamber meeting Deputy Largentaye, a Royalist, attacked President Loubet accusing him of theft, sparking a brawl leaving participants with torn clothes and bleeding faces. Several duels are planned as a consequence. Largentaye represents Cotis-du-Nord and is allied with Monarchists.
Advertising column notes building materials and auctions at 11 by G P Baines near Abercrombie and Cleveland streets. Mentions political debate on duties and a meet of the American Society, plus a hospital admission for dentist I A F Deck after a fall near Oxford Street.
London reports that Louis D Agrienar, brother of Humbert, has been arrested in connection with the great frauds in France. Official details remain sparse as authorities pursue further inquiries and possible accomplices.
Glasgow launch reports the Opposition Shipping Combine forming to rival major lines. The Claymore steamer, built for New Zealand trade, is aimed at expanding capacity and tonnage, with Allied lines such as Beaver, Wilson, Furness, Elder Dempster, and Camerone Union-Gage mentioned in the broader industry conflict.
In London on June 6 1269 p.m. a heavy rainstorm disrupted the Australia versus Lancashire cricket match at Manchester postponing play as spectators faced a dismal prospect of further delay and financial loss.
English rosters report the Oaks Stakes at the Newmarket Second Spring and Derby era. Sceptre by Persimmon leads the field for the Grand Prize of Puris and the event on June 15. Glass Jug and other entrants compete for purses with Breeders Stakes and St Leger prospects.
Reporting from the Epsom Summer Meeting, Baldoyle won the Durdans Plate Handicap over 1 1/4 miles. Notable runners included Galitoale Maid of Kycreenn and Ypsilanti, with The Australian Star among favorites. The race carried £940 in prize money. Baldovie had previous success in Ireland and later in England, including the Sandown Grand Prize and Lonflom Cup.
In London on June 6 the open market rate for three months bill moved lower while the Bank of England rate stayed at 4.0 percent. Consols rose a fraction this week to 96. The notes also report a 25 per ounce price on silver in Loxton and a brief dispatch on Kaiser Wilhelm addressing Polish tensions at Mariemburg, noting historic Polish-German rimlands.
The Judicial Committee of the Privy Council in London has allowed the appeal in the case of the Commissioners of Taxation of New South Wales v Antill. It also received judgment in the appeal of the Bank of New South Wales regarding the Gouldwen Valley Butter Factory in Victoria.
Commercial intelligence from London notes mixed activity across markets. Wheat dull with favorable reports from the Continent. February to March shipment Victoria and South Australia wheat quoted for 48006.61. Copper steady at £64 per ton spot. three months £54 6d. tin steady with slight weekly drop to £129 6d. Pig iron Glasgow warrants at £80 per ton. lead and Boelter prices little changed. Sugar quiet. Australian apples from Hector at Liverpool attractive, average price near Us per case.
The cable tram traffic around Rush Cutter’s Bay was delayed Friday afternoon due to a strand of the cable. The department crew removed the stationary cars and restored service using the electric system until the rope could be repaired.
An irregular OCR fragment touts A Saunders with boastful claims of fame and wonders in a Geoffrey style, mentioning a shop at 415 ES street and Wallway Station. It references Chamberlain's Cough Remedy and promises quick relief alongside promotional wording.
A crowded Sydney area column lists oddities and events from Marrickville to Randwick, including a royal Presbyterian Church donation, a divorce case set for Monday, and a foundation stone ceremony near St Leuparus. The report recounts public meetings, local protests, and police court outcomes with several names and places mentioned.
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