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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 10, 1901
Page
6
London June 7 Evening News: Mr Ht John Brodrick, Secretary of War, reports thirty-one soldiers in convict prisons were found guilty of sleep neglect at their posts, causing loss of lives and supplies in the war effort.
English racing report from London June 7 describes a fall in a Dexe race injuring jockey Weldon now in hospital. It covers The Oaks with 21 runners including Foxtall Ketne Sunny Tidy Domino Sundown Cap and Belle, Cap and Bells leading before a spread finish. American jockeys share the stakes and charity distribution.
Reports from Kilcunda residents of a summer gale near Melbourne describe a distressed vessel believed wrecked near Cape Patterson. Police search the coast for survivors or wreckage as conditions remain rough and dangerous along the Western Port approach.
Constable Wilson of No 1 Police Station, a former sergeant in the 42nd Highlanders the Black Watch who served in Egypt, met the Duke of Cornwall and York during a recent visit at Medfern Railway Station. The Duke showed interest in Wilsons career and asked about his former regiment and promotions. He noted Wilson had spent years with the NSW Police and still corresponded with old comrades in Allahabad and Troia. The Duke offered kind wishes for Wilsons future.
A long, fragmented report lists ships arriving and leaving, with routes via Paris and the Philppines, names like Captain Mites and Leon, and vessels including the Volagur and The Gratien. It notes quarantine clearance, passenger numbers, cargo, and distant ports such as Westport and London, reflecting a bustling seaport scene.
At the Sydney Cricket Ground Glebe and North Sydney produced a tense match with strong forward play and late attempts. North Sydney led 5-3 at half time before Glebe pressed, but the Shoremen held on for a 5 to 3 victory amid enthusiastic crowd.
Town reports a 9 draw as Blaney M Dowall Manning Mackay Jones and Gitlin contributed for the Varsity team. The aide earned credit for scoring in a closely contested match.
University Oval hosted a set of matches with Rewtown earning a six point win over Third. Batuain Third defeated Birchgrove by twenty two points while several players including Aries Tursbull Yorkton Taylor and others contributed. Taylor also kicked for ful.
In a Kert Cup cricket match EM.C.A defeated Volunteer by 3 runs. The contest Saturday featured tight bowling and pivotal batsmanship as EM.C.A secured the win at the venue.
A New England rabbit surge prompts a public meeting to decide control steps after rabbits spread as far as Armidale and Ilorra districts. Woolbrook Bunadcra Walcha and Urilla report killings, while freight charges to Sydney hinder destruction efforts. Officials urge rail freight cuts to aid farmers and avert a national calamity.
A runaway horse-drawn cart sped along Oxford Street from Glenmore Road toward the city on Saturday. It collided with a light trap near Crawn Street, overturned a vehicle, and hurled a boy from a carriage without injury. The incident ended when the horse halted nearby Riley Street.
Matthew Inch, 42, was found dead at his dwelling on Henderson Road, Alizan nia, Friday evening with a severe throat wound from a knife. He had recently been discharged from an asylum for the insane. No one else present as his wife was away. The coroner ruled death by self-inflicted action.
Sergeant G. Barrell of the First Australian Horse, a Scone resident, died Saturday at St Vincent's Hospital after coming to Sydney for royal visit celebrations and a camp walk. He leaves a widow and three young children.
The fourth examination for junior commercial certificates will be held at Ath and Slulit with 35 candidates. The Geelong Chamber cooperates with the Sydney Institution, adopting questions and recognizing the Sydney certificate. Demand for certificate holders remains high as employers seek youth with these credentials. The chamber plans winter lectures for office employees to extend its usefulness.
The Interstate Commission Bill will be circulated among Federal members this week. It provides for the appointment of chief commissioners with reappointment possible after term. The chairman’s salary is £2000 yearly and two commissioners are £1500 each, with a suggested £500 raise likely rejected in the interest of economy.
At Central Police Court on Saturday a man indignantly denied using indecent language. Shown a certain phrase he blushed and argued he never used that language claiming he generally says something else. The proceedings left the courtroom in a stunned hush as the man stood by his denial.
Melbourne Saturday afternoon Mr King OMalley Tasmanian member of the House of Representatives defies Sir Matthew Davies ex Speaker to substantiate in relict his statements about the missing Victorian niece who disappeared during Sir Matthews Speakership and resign his seat if he fails to prove OMalley untruthful or slanderous
Rain measured in recent days yields showers while the Newcastle Chamber of Commerce protests harbor tolls. Remission requests for soldiers in South Africa move forward as governments telegraph status and a West Australian dignitary is reported as deceased.
Moorfield held a meeting under fair to brisk conditions with standout performances. Notable winners include The Count in the TOHTINE event, Peppercorn edging Miss Minerva and Bongara in the Flying Handicap, and Redemed taking the Mile. Other notable runners included Britannic and Bravest in close finishes with substantial betting action throughout the cards.
A quarter mile open handicap race at Ballrday on thepdney Cricket Gridad. W Ball of South Sydney won with 2tyd. PF Wright and J B Phelan placed among the top entries from Sonia Sydoert, Sard and Mast Grimey.
A severe sandstorm swept the area yesterday causing power lines to whip, homes and outbuildings damaged, several streets blocked by debris, and livestock deprived of water. Forecasters warn of a hard winter ahead as supplies tighten and residents stockpile essentials.
The Grand Federal Cup coursing meeting at Belmore endured very rough weather with many races and prizes contested. Winners included Dominic Dominatas vest Wehunper Lom Rower beating Marshal Neil in a close finish and the Puppy Starter event featuring Yasha, Black Douglas Rosecrroe, and Gotdemis Palipaine among others.
Detective George Brown resumes the Goulburn mystery case, narrowing suspects after a puzzling marine crime. Despite exhaustive inquiry, investigators pursue the elusive crew member believed central to the crime, with local leads and a stalled trial.
A long vintage crime and court report from Albury region covers a railway porter Jordan charged in Central Court, injuries from a street incident, a theatre scene with notable names, and police actions in Melbourne and Sydney. It notes a May 20 incident, a hospital transfer, and railway commission discussions alongside a list of local figures and venues.
A volatile session on the exchange Friday shows fluctuating prices amid reports of Fingall's and Sumtk's performances. Investors monitor Fordstone and Kalguri assets as brokers note advancing and retreating trends, with wider economic concerns keeping sentiment cautious.
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