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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 08, 1909
Page
6
Headache indigestion constipation and biliousness are claimed to be treated by Frostoide taken at bedtime once a week. The advertisement asserts a habitual improvement if the patient uses Froctoids instead of ordinary medicines, with W. Geelong Victoria advertised as the proprietor.
The Evening News ran a school coupons based Rugby League contest inviting only children to compete against visiting Gilacks. Nearly 3000 juniors entered, including girls, proving strong public enthusiasm. About 170 youngsters appeared in Monday’s page, with Pal Ney Board Waist triumphing over New.
Fragmentary article notes a telegraphic chess match involving SSW and JeSW Ser Jonas with unclear details. Mentions a school club, Priestrees Sidney, and Viewria with scattered terms like Mercury and isthmation. The text is garbled and lacks coherent events or outcomes.
Admiral von Weber told the German Navy League meeting that Germany has the power to deter major maritime powers from war, arguing that even the strongest sea power would face serious risk in confronting Germany.
The tenth Australia tour match against Hampshire at Southampton was affected by heavy rain and a soft pitch. Australia’s batting featured Bardsley and Trumper, while Hampshire’s bowlers included Laver and Whitty. the innings ended with Hampshire 121 and Australia 0 for 0 at stumps as rain persisted.
London Monday evening saw the opening of the sixth Imperial Press Conference with focus on cheap and efficient communications across the Empire. Lord Crewe and Postmaster General Sydney Burt led discussions on improving cable news and postal links, with a committee to define messages terms. Delegates from Australia and New Zealand attended hospitality events, including visits to Taplow Court and a performance at The Theatre, while a Times correspondent notes growing interest in the conference.
London reports the Admiralty aims to subsidise a private firm to build docking accommodation at Jarrow Lake to repair warships. The move seeks to secure a base on the Tee and enhance naval repair capacity.
Washington reacts to the German Navy League suggestion that German cruisers be sent regularly to South America to stimulate trade. London reports Monday evening that the idea has stirred U.S. interest and concern over potential economic and diplomatic implications.
London Monday evening report states 95 German agriculturalists are in England to study British farming and stock raising. They were escorted to Reading and other sites as part of their visit.
J B Mobs of Surrey tallies 1000 runs in the arena, with an average around seven shillings and ninepence for the tally. The report notes the unusual scoring event amid a quiet season.
The hearing of Richard Denis Meagher for reinstatement on the roll of attorneys was adjourned to tomorrow. Justices Cohen and Pring sat, the Acting Chief Justice absent due to an bereavement, and the matter was postponed until the next morning. The Bar offered condolences, and the Chief Justice indicated approval of the sympathetic remarks.
London reports that the Boy Scouts, already 150000 strong, are to be increased by 120000 due to growth from groups including Church Sage Brigade and Jewish Lads' Brigade, expanding the Boy Scout ranks nationwide led by Lieutenant General Baden Powell.
London reports bar silver priced at 24 030 per ounce as of Monday evening with standard pricing noted. The market quoted a fixed level for the metal in the London bar market.
The text reflects a dealer boasting about experiments and diverse items in a model store. It notes posters and tailored orders, with mention of prices seen as hot, and references an individual product mix. The tone suggests promotional catalog language for prior season offerings.
In the criminal court morning session an application by the Undertakers Employees and Association Union sought a wages board to govern the local industry in Cumberland County. The master undertaker’s association challenged the move as the court heard proposals for a board with a chairman and representative seats. The nomination of the board’s representatives and chairman was adjourned to Thursday.
Fragmentary notice states jurors summoned to sit at King Street Courts on Wednesday will not be required to sit. Incomplete text references Chamberlain and a phrase about a “Conch Rem” and divine mediation, with no clear event or outcome.
A detailed travelogue describes Governor and party journeys from Cooma toward Kosciusko Hotel. The motor trip over rough Alpine roads, through Snowy River valley and Jindabyne area, is marked by mud, delays, and cautious driving. The governor opened the hotel with 80 guests present, while Premier and MPs traveled by train. The piece blends scenic opal-like light, climate notes, and the evolving road transport scene spurring motor car service.
Article describes a proposed Kosciuszko area resort hotel built on the mountainside near Kosciuszko Peak, with cost estimates between £14,000 and £15,000. It notes proximity to Cooma and summit views, plus facilities including bungalows, a two story dining hall, and access via government tram extensions. The piece emphasizes scenic alpine features, such as views, cascades, and snow conditions, while acknowledging current mild winter weather and partial snow coverage.
Thieves raided the Sinaia Butemon store in the Byyd poy Arcade on Monday attacking the door with a jemmy. They carried off laces, unmended work, and other apparel, emptying the shop of gear and destroying the window display before fleeing. The Misses Solomon, proprietors of shop No. 4, reside nearby and reported the loss, estimating property value at two pounds. The burglary appeared well planned and left the shop in disarray.
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