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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 12, 1901
Page
6
The report from Melbourne details a parliamentary session where ministers discuss appointments and budget plans, noting a delay in the Treasury and plans to publish a list of members with potential changes. The house aims to address financial measures and public spending amid ongoing negotiations.
A resident of Epping Mrs Carroll escaped serious injury after a 6.30 pm train from Bydurra moved, she fell between carriages and the platform dragged for twenty yards. A fellow passenger grabbed her to stop the fall. Witnesses described a tense delay as authorities investigate.
Fragmentary OCR notes report multiple arrests and a seizure at a Warr Court. Names, places, and events are garbled, with references to pipes, French ties, and various individuals. The readable bits do not form a coherent narrative or identifiable outcome.
The Public Service report outlines nearly completed work on a mound project and related systems. Officials note the results from the field testing are available yesterday and indicate progress, with the secretary providing updates as details unfold.
London report notes Mr Wilson Barrett's theatrical company faces delays due to an unresolved issue affecting a July performance. The article lists cast members including Lilah Manby Wilt Lautier Gertrls Haswell and others and mentions a May to June London schedule with a tour in the Aral Week in June.
A civil servant slip sparks a May hearing as accusations of fraud surface. The proceedings include mention of a crime suspension and a contested levy. Judges and officials reference appeals and ongoing investigations into financial misconduct affecting family and estate members.
Fragmentary OCR lists names Catherine Murphy, Matthew Magny, Mitchell, Loy, Joseph Lee, Thverell, Tie Dellison, Darin, Arthur Cubirt Sryon as trustees and official guardians connected to a local trust or will matter in Mankkupicy. The readable text is garbled but indicates voluntary participation and trusteeship context in a probate or estates notice.
A garbled note lists arrivals and departures from various places and people including Lamon and Sonya, with scattered references to dates, locations, and carriers. The text appears as fragmented OCR with no coherent narrative or clear event.
The steamer Koonys of the Union Beet nearly grounded leaving the harbor as a wave trap broke the steering gear. Captain Graham steadied the vessel, dropping anchors and reversing to avoid disaster, then proceeded to Sydney. The wave trap, condemned by nautical experts, risks port entry and exit in rough conditions.
Report from Queanbeyan shows Mr. O Sullivans campaign events across Saintday and Sunday visits to Burgendore and Ginbindera with meetings, receptions, and a unanimous vote of confidence. He outlines measures from Lynch Lee Government era and defends progressive policy against opponents amid local crowd support.
A tumult in New England over rab bits sightings prompts a public meeting on July 35. Local farmers fear poison risks and insect-eating bird damage, urging coordinated control as rabbit populations spread across waters and shorelines. The gathering aims to map pest impacts and identify effective measures, with regional representatives attending.
The Maitland sessions opened yesterday with East Staislang as presiding, noting sworn commissions for J.Ps. Accused pleaded guilty and were sent for sentence including Watson for larceny and receiving, Walker for forging and uttering, Barnes for forging and uttering, and David Ravi for malicious mischief with property belonging to Kob. Evidence showed relationships among neighbors and a contentious dispute over Ble tabu' lana.
A public meeting in Katoomba favored Orange as the site for the Federal Capital. The gathering, presided by Mayor Duff, unanimously resolved to back the Orange site and to support the Orange Federal Capital League. Other items noted included military oath changes, Woollahra street repair costs, and labor provisions in the Postal Bill.
A Monday evening meeting at the Chief Secretary's Office led by Vice-President F. Sullor settled terms of the proclamation dissolving Parliament. Another Executive gathering occurred yesterday at the Lieutenant-Governor’s official apartments, with Frederick Darley presiding as he recovers from illness. The dissolution of the Legislative Assembly was approved. nominations open on February 28 and polls will be held four days later.
The report notes widespread strong winds and heavy seas along the New South Wales coast from Jervis Bay to inland towns. Gale conditions reached 2 8.0 mph, with squally rain and rough seas affecting Cape Hawke, Jervis Bay, Gunnedah, Brewarrina, and Dubbo areas, as crews monitor the south west wind pattern and shifting weather fronts.
A fragmented weather summary reports squalls showery conditions shifting southerly, with frost and cold snaps forecast in southern zones. Strong winds, rough seas, and unsettled spells are noted across several towns including Newcastle, Narrabri, Gunnedah, Katoomba, and Lithgow with variable rain totals and brief sunny intervals anticipated in parts of New Zealand and Western Australia.
Brisbane dispatch notes a heated slander case as William Metto seeks 21000 in compensation from Thomas Parker amid defense counsel remarks. The judge and officials clash over court decorum while a New Zealand Maori welcome for local leaders unfolds and rainfall disrupts Rotorua events.
Report from Sydney details troopship Morayahire’s voyage from South Africa. Soldiers accused of laughing at holy-stoning orders, Major Tunbridge defends officers, and Rhodesian pay grievances loom after claims of promised daily pay.
The article notes a Melbourne bid to federalise a cadet for Staley but the Commonwealth Defence Department opposes it, arguing it will be enough to handle naval and military needs within existing federal forces. It also covers local politics, river control proposals, May gold yield in New South Wales, and preparations for the Governor-General’s Melbourne visit with the Federal Executive.
An Evening News report shows Mayor Sir Jamey Graham accusing councilors of blocking progress as the town hall and public works face delays from central government. Residents endure dust and disruption from ongoing projects while authorities propose an early meeting to resolve tensions and push forward a formal plan.
A garbled OCR passage portrays a magistrate cautioning never to appear in court and a solicitor, with fragments implying a chaotic scene. The text references a small audience, professed legal roles, and a shy speaker, all in a courtroom mood.
A steamship named Vielon, owned by Mr. R Davis and insured in North Guernalind, ran ashore at Canidey Haven 5 while attempting to crow the bar. The vessel struck amid rocks near where the Amelia White wreck occurred, with a telegram from Camiben Maye reporting it lifted slightly but still jammed on the shore.
A man who appeared at the Central Police Court on Monday as a prosecutor faced the court again. He described his role in service and alleged recent offenses by another man, a workshop proprietor, and displayed confidence in his own actions during the proceedings.
Tyler and Sons Limited of 259 George Street Byauyer sue a Circular Quay carrier for £410 for damaged goods alleged to have been misdelivered while transporting from Bebemiye Harbor to the port. The defense pleaded not guilty and claimed no damage by the defendant or its servants. After hearing evidence the judge found for the plaintiff.
Eighteen months ago the Fifle club in Victoria had 2500 members, now 1250 remain. New members numbered 344 at year start. Rail add-ons, Parims and Enfield trade are mentioned. A Water Police Court judgment penalties a seaman, and Equator Neild was honored at Paddington Town Hall for service to the eastern suburb. Bishop Cooper visited, with local church and civic leaders hosting him.
Readable text describes Victorian agricultural markets with prices for maize, potatoes, wheat, and other staples. Mentions scarce supplies, price ranges, and notes on various commodities and imports from New Zealand and Australia. Names of traders and locations appear in fragmentary form.
An OCR readout details a Redfern forage sale with various lots and prices. It lists parities of hay, straw, grain, and farm supplies, mentioning vendors such as Stewart, Perry, and others, with terse pricing figures and lot descriptors across numerous lines and locations.
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