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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 07, 1910
Page
4
The fragment lists editions and times for a sporting news section including first and second editions and a special city edition. It mentions dates and times but lacks readable events, teams, or people.
In Memoriam and notices for births and weddings appear with garbled text. Names such as Anne Fivekete and George Taotawa Plunkras are mentioned along with references to family memory and affection. The piece references a deceased parent and familial remembrances, including mournful notes and a listing style typical of obituary pages.
Sales by auction advertise names and locations on Cilanold Street and adjoining blocks. The notice lists items including furniture and household goods with timings and bidder details. Public notices mention the Bank of New Houta Walrg and local participants. A separate report describes an incident at Uralla involving a disrupted parade and a man sustaining injuries.
The Evening Hews voices concern over the secret ballot in elections within the Labour Party. It cites Mr King O’Mualley’s surprise election and challenges leaders like Mr Fisher and Mr J Watson to justify the system. Electors may fear a drift from responsible government and accountability in the caucus.
The text argues that American bossism grew from opportunity and experience, corrupting democracy as leaders gained tighter control. It warns Australia to learn from the U.S. mistakes, stressing that real responsible government requires vigilant voters and unity against secret ballots and labor party intrigue used to empower a few bosses.
Cables report that Rembrandt’s Polish Rider may fetch £50,000 and Corat’s Birdnester 12,000 guineas amid a flood of forgeries and copyist works. Critics note America holds thousands of so called Counts and Birdnesters, with many owners unaware their prized pieces are duplicates. The piece argues provenance and authentic pigments versus modern reproduction in a global trade that benefits living artists.
A draft rule to bar employers from party offices or candidacy failed by three to one, but the debate continues. Some wage earners want exclusion to ensure worker control, while others warn against two class membership and possible partisan bias shaping Labor’s future.
A damaged text fragment argues that British authorities claim superior wisdom over natives and criticize Western tolerance of colonial schooling. It references trial by jury and a supposed clash of Oriental and British mindsets, while lamenting centuries of cultural influence and misapplied reforms.
An aged discussion reflects on cultural differences and power dynamics between Oriental rulers and Western administrations. It argues that while natives respect authority shown by manners, the West errs by applying its own customs and fails to recognize the native's social code and long history of authority.
The Railways Department will not build the Bathurat to Burrske line due to goods transport difficulties from the marrow Bale lice to the main line. Critics question if the department fully investigated alternatives and cost savings of proposed methods. They urge careful appraisal of potential hydrogen use and future invention impacts.
A taxi and tram collided near College and Boomerang streets Sydney injuring Miss Bailey of Strathfield who sustained a skull fracture. She was taken to Ryney Hospital in an unconscious state. The taxi driver John Rayth was arrested and appeared before Water Police Court charged with reckless driving and remanded until June 15.
H. Hoskins of O and G Hoskins Ltd Lithgow disputes claims on record castings at Mori Dock and Fitzroy Dock. He refutes weights at Eakbank Ironworks and Mort's Dock, says Australian record castings far behind international feats, noting a Pallarat quarry example and global progress.
The works committee recommended the council purchase a commodious motor car to aid municipal business and keep aldermen and civic officers on schedule. The matter will be dealt with at the next council meeting. The Town Clerk would arrange the vehicle’s use.
At Fonlent's council meeting proposals on staffing the star of 26 municipal fish markets will be considered. The comptroller of assets reports two incumbents have been provided for and the auctioneer and docking clerk will receive new positions with no wage reductions.
In a Sydney Central Police Court session the Wharf Laborers Union and Stevedores Association faced claims detailing wage and labor conditions. Witnesses discussed labor supply, overtime, and recruitment practices, with executives like Mr. Hughes and Mr. Alexander questioned on union membership and fairness.
Morning tender announcements list numerous NSW works including alterations to post and telegraph lines at Wingham and Narrabri courthouses, drainage and hospital repairs, and erection of a drill hall, with prices ranging from 19 pounds to 185 pounds. Grants include alterations, building, and property improvements across Sydney, Albury, Morana, and Parramatta districts.
Detectives Campbell and Bannon of the Wes Sney Detective Office hold five watches believed to belong to Hearst News. One item, a 14 carat gold keyless Waltham watch dating from 1682, was pledged by a man named RG Boot on Saturday, with an apparent collar tag. The owner is urged to come forward.
A scrambled text advertises various cures and elixirs for coughs colds kidney complaints and rheumatic pains. It mentions Gander extract drops and Samamber Banner's extract as supposed remedies with vague outcomes and dismissive notes about side effects.
The body of John Walker Selby, 69, a widower, was found in Woolloomooloo Bay this morning after officials were notified by Water Police. A purse containing coins and papers was recovered near the scene, and Selby’s cause of death remains under investigation. Prominent local figure Sethy had reportedly obtained permission to earn from a local agency and left the bacchanerin, failing to return as scheduled.
City Council has received several compensation claims for flood damage to buildings and shops from a recent flood event. It plans to engage Independent to advise the civic authorities and seeks reports on the cause and extent of the flooding.
Registration details show joint stock ventures with capital of £10,000 and £5,000 shares. Directors include J D Williams L Phillips G Button G Coulter and C W Williams. Offices listed as Sydney Bell and Company Limited, with aims to run matchmakers and associated theatrical ventures plus a boxing venue. The record notes signatures of Baxter Grues and other trustees. An unrelated sports note mentions a match at Aradie Rink and a cricket result in Sydney area.
A distressed wife sues her husband amid a tangle of marital disputes and public allegations. The case names Keeney and others, with references to alleged conduct, separations, and legal actions pending in court. Details are fragmented but signal a formal petition for redress within divorce proceedings.
A police confrontation described where a man assaulted a constable during a scuffle. The accused ward off and beat the officer, resulting in a harsh verdict. The account notes the accused denied the charges but was found guilty and sentenced to hard labor for six months.
fragments describe a holiday tram situation with comparisons to a previous year, noting colder weather, public travel impact, and sparse service. Mentions of Prince of Wales birthday week and locations such as La Perouse and agricultural ground hint at a colonial city setting, with limited trams running.
Fragmented OCR item notes a tender accepted for the Isoltijen wards by the Nepean College Town commission. Amounts and names are unclear due to garbled text.
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