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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 11, 1908
Page
6
A chaotic market report details commercial wheat neglect across Western Australia to New South Wales and Victoria, with South Australia delaying purchases. It notes price movements and potential stock shortages affecting Tasmanian and Sydney buyers amid rising wholesale costs and shifting supplies.
The text presents a garbled OCR fragment listing various food items such as vegetables and fruits, mixed with nonsensical strings. It references strawberries, greens, vegetables, and meat, interspersed with unclear place names and prices. No coherent event or clear entities emerge from the readable portions.
A Sydney market listing shows varied produce sales with Lucerne hay and durum wheat priced, bagged goods offered in small bales, and several cartons of oats and other grains priced per cwt. Numerous farm and company names appear, indicating broad supply from regions and dealers. details are fragmented but reflect a busy wholesale session with fluctuating rates and multiple buyers.
The White Star inner Medic departs Dal escy'a Waast at 4 PM tomorrow bound for London and Liverpool via bonus. A long list of passengers includes Mr. Ho Saker, Mrs. J.C. Smith, Miss Crookbain, Mrs. Hustabie, Mr. J. Taylor, Mrs. J. Cleburne, Miss M. Comertard, and many others from Capetown and Port Elizabeth, among numerous guests and family members heading home or abroad.
North Sydney District records show dwelling counts and land values across wards. North Sydney, Mosman, Willoughbys, Sago Cove, and Ku-ring-gai Shire list dwelling totals and unimproved and improved land values, with a total of 13 000 dwellings and overall capital values. Values may be reduced on appeal as noted by acting chief Florace Smith.
Cable from London reports sellers quote at a penny per quarter for Australian wheat cargos afloat. Market dull and neglected with Mark Lane down sixpence per quarter of the week.
Alfred E Matthews of Milon, 20 Bayswater Road Darlinghurst NSW, writes of using Dr Sheldon’s New Discovery for winter colds and lung troubles with excellent results. He praises the remedy and mentions a peppermint cure for influenza and head colds.
Major Spain presided in Mr Farnell’s absence at the Fisheries Board. Discussions covered oyster leases near Hastings and Port Stephens at £1 per 100 yards, foreshore trespass, deep water oyster leases at Gonnelly Point, and stocking orders for Ballarat Acclimatization Society. Inspector Mason Ingham reported Manning River beds and spawning patterns. funds limited for waterworks and inspector positions.
A Gundsest Discksmi named James Kris received a Morse message from the Vic teria Railway Commissioners requesting details of an invention designed to prevent collisions. The concept may use a station button to trigger brakes if the automatic brake system fails, potentially stopping trains like the Wes- Mnghowss line.
EllenRobert a young girl of six years faced North Sydney Police Court on June 3 charged with attempting self harm by ingesting a malt beverage. Constable Pathiteoa testified seeing her at Kray Street North Sydney. she admitted drinking but claimed she did not intend harm. Magistrate ordered counselling with Salvation Army as a precaution. she appeared calm after the reading.
At the Hurstville Appeal Court in Municipal Chambers Judge Donwideon presiding, Ward appeals were heard. Most were dismissed with reductions accepted. Wright and Outley Park Estate valuations were contested, a $910 offer for 400 allotments noted, and a 25 percent reduction applied to a one acre parcel appeal.
A young schoolmaster, Carlisle Edgar, was charged at Padilngoor Police Court with stealing pictures glassware and bars valued at about £12 from Charles Wright’s dwelling. The prisoner pleaded not guilty and claimed no defense. The provocation tale described him as hard up and seeking shelter, with several items later found missing. Evidence linked the accused to pawning and disappearance of goods. The case adjourned without a bound over.
A boy named Henry Barnes Baward of Heaufort-etreet Straw very Hills was shot in the leg by an alleged assailant who demanded his money. Constables Sur ridge and Souter arrested an about 18 year old, brought him before the Children's Court, and ordered the youth sent to the Carpentarian for 1 year.
An urgent appeal was made to the Premier by the fast expiring Arbitration Court for a common rule in a long running dispute between the Zhorm Frgine Drivers and their employers. The case involves the Stovkies Coal Company and aims to secure an overdue award for about 400 workers as the mine remains shut. Judges and officials discussed delays, with hopes for a practical resolution before month’s end.
A young man named Thomas Martin faced charges this morning in the petty court for fraudulently appropriating funds from his master Alfred Oliver. Prosecutors stated Martin collected around £36 from several counts while acting as a clerk and hotel collector. The case was adjourned with bail set at £50 and a surety.
At Bathurst, Acting Judge Schaies presided over cases from Usartar Ren sions. Charles Wily faced 12 months for stealing at Larras Lake. Albert Mateer received 12 months for breaking and watering at bit gow. Arthur Dion pleaded guilty to breaking and entering and stealing, with prior conduct noted. Dragful and Lom were sentenced to combined terms exceeding 14 years. Dizog received three years with hard labor in Berrima Gaol as a habitual offender.
Walter Stapleton faced trial over missing employer funds at Paddington Folio Comettis. Witness evidence showed Stapleton collected money from a customer and paid portions but did not fully remit the receipts. He was convicted and fined five pounds in default two months hard labor, with weeks allowed for payment upon showing sureties.
General Hoad spoke at the Technical College on duties and responsibilities in preparing Australia’s defence. He addressed the audience at length about national security and the role of the forces in protecting the country.
The arbitration court continued hearings on extending the existing award made last October to include Orme of F Lasseter and Company Anthony Hordero and Sons Grase Brothers and Chown Brothers and Mul. The matter concerns the Trosly men and Carters Union and their addresses.
William Lehmann aged 17 and Herbert Lehmann aged 23 faced North Sydney Police Court for allegedly stealing a Lindeld poker machine owned by Jentle Gover, valued at £5, with alleged May 15 to 28 timing. The pair pleaded not guilty. Herbert was discharged and William was sent to jail for three months as the court considered the evidence.
Enumeration of arguments for a bridge or tunnel linking city harbor areas. Notes on costs, schedules, and threats to congestion relief, with discussion of proposed routes, funding questions, and potential impacts on traffic patterns and employment.
The Waverley milk case involving Marsan and Wick Veador was continued at Ge sdieues Court before Mr. Barnett. Evidence discussed alleged haste and quantity unsatisfied by the petchaner. Prosecution claimed breach of law while defense contested material points and the magistrate adjourned for further proofs and dates.
A man pleaded guilty at Water Police Colley this morning to a rat infestation case. He faced 3 pounds 6 shillings in costs after his shipmate allegedly aided by taking a boat. The defendant admitted the charges and was remanded or fined accordingly.
John Crootm, 48, aboard the Kanowna, was taken to Sodanr Hospital by Clyll Ambalaers after a fall at Lluewreet Wharf Darling Harbor. He suffered a shoulder injury and possible dislocation. the accident occurred this afternoon during wine handling at the wharf.
In the registrar's chamber the certificate application for Re William Benton is noted with suspension for a nominal one day. Voluntary sequestrations list Charlie Ak Huse of Gundagal and Jowpa Coleman of Wriettyilie among others. resignations include W H Palmer from the Orentell Land Board. Additional mail runs announce services at the GPO for Bellinger Heads Macksville Nambucca Heads and Mapclimy Ruret. MP J Watson urges land availability to support a large immigration movement across states.
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