This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 34 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 13, 1906
Page
4
A compact, dated sports item snippet notes an edition and timing with scattered abbreviations. The readable content hints at early and late sporting notices or updates, possibly a newspaper page label. No clear events, teams, or persons are discernible from the fragment.
Fragmentary notices report marriages in May at Summer Hill and English places, plus memorials for relatives, a band concert, a funeral at Rockwood Cemetery, and an advertisement for Fountain brand flour. Names include Burrage Greenwood Carter Carter Bamison and Palmer.
The article argues France will not abandon the New Hebrides, noting strategic value of Ports Randwich and Havannah Harbour. It discusses Britain’s reluctance to annex, Australia’s push for annexation, and tensions over imperial burdens in the South Pacific region.
In the fragmentary text a discourse on various powers and a flag of a republic is suggested. It hints at concern over who may govern and the risk of a worse neighbor than the one that diminished the tricolour of the republic. The reader is left with conjecture about political dynamics and national symbolism.
The speech at Rutherglen shows Federal Attorney General Isaacs criticizing state land provisions and hinting at a federal immigration agency in London. The opinion argues the move is political maneuvering to secure electoral support and billets, expecting Parliament to defeat the reform plan.
A fragment describes a teacher using a cane like punishment but of a different sort. It notes a pedagogan report claiming a trial method stimulated pupils, yet omits specifics and salary issues. The piece hints the approach may not gain traction among tougher schools due to pay and supervision concerns.
A discussion on spelling reform critiques the push for phonetic English. Historical proposals are traced from Howell to Muller and Willy Bell, noting impracticalities of extensive alphabets. The author argues traditional spelling endures despite ridicule, as life is too short for complex scripts.
London reports the Admiralty assigns command roles in the Channel Fleet and Blue Squadron as part of the naval manoeuvres. A 10 million cover linked to the caval manage vené policy prompts Lloyds underwriters and insurers to sign, despite large marine firms abstaining over liability concerns.
A London dispatch from Tuesday describes Sunday fighting with the Zulus. Forty rebels were shot from trees after firing, with total rebel casualties around four hundred. Chief Mehlokaralu was said to be dead, while Kater Bambants was described as a superior rival among the natives.
At the Water Police Court in Pitt Street the case against numerous persons found on the Sydney Club premises was adjourned to August 5 pending Supreme Court rule decisions. Crown and defense agreed to possible further postponements and deposits remain with the Crown. Bail for defendants Cahill and Claud too was noted as gradual.
In a dawn clash near a gorge, Colonel Barker and police closed the rebel line as Captain Mackarlane fought at close range. The rebels suffered heavy losses with 850 killed and many wounded. Several officers and troopers sustained injuries while commando leaders and local units bore the fighting during the engagement.
A Melbourne report cites lengthy cold storage and poor conditions in city meat stores as causing phosphorescence in bacon. The chair of the Board of Health notes the glow signals contamination and possible putrefaction, suggesting the meat is unfit for consumption.
In Croydon remarks Mr Wise faces criticism from Henley and Wade. The piece recalls past high spending in the Attorney General’s department under Lyne and Lew Ministries. It suggests public desire for Wise’s return but questions his political fit.
In London on Tuesday the Cape Timey notes Mr Seddon’s imperialism as somewhat aggrieved yet honest when others vilified the country. The piece frames his stance as a wholesome corrective amid denunciations from rivals.
London report says Mias Loy Cove, a parachutist, was killed after a fall from a great height near Kebghley in Yorkshire on Tuesday.
London on Tuesday reports Ceril Healy, Sydney champion, swimming a distance up to baths at West Haslemere aiming at a record, matching the previous marks set by Zoltan de Vaiming of Hungary. Healy did not press a record but emulated the earlier performance and defeated British champion K Cavill.
In Victoria, George Edwards faced charges after chasing barber Mamud Alfred Gilbert along the street on May 1. The case featured Edwards threatening to harm and using strong language over a dispute about a moustache cut, resulting in a £10 fine with three months imprisonment suspended.
The Novoe Vremya in St Petersburg reports two soldiers shot dead during patrol near Warsaw. It also states the government will arraign Duma members who signed the Labour Manifesto for allegedly inciting the masses against the regime.
In London today the King and the Prince of Wales attended the dedication service of the Order of St Michael and St George at St Pauls Cathedral. The Sovereign and Chief of the Order led the ceremony with Grand Masters in attendance.
London reports a blaze aboard the Gothic where two bales of wool were found opened on the vessel's deck. Salvage crews believe the wool was tampered with in hold No 4, with authorities noting spontaneous involvement and possible staged theft during the voyage.
London dispatch reports the Times condemns King Leopold for denying Congo intervention rights. The paper urges Leopold to recognize his responsibilities and warns he must accept a role that respects international powers.
The Shawapere Society has pondered G hakepere and sport references in his works. The piece notes a late Shiloperian scholar William Hoablne and discussions of Arden Warwickshire and hare hunting as recurring themes linked to Shakespeare by local tradition.
The Cuiry correspondent reports native Kespranang officers faced trouble amid the Tabab crisis. Dashiered tendencies at a tense Tuesday session are noted as authorities consider responses.
London Tuesday bar silver opens lower with quotes around 3 and a half pence per ounce, reflecting a weak start after yesterday’s slight dip. Markets show reduced demand as traders watch currency movements and industrial demand.
The quantity of wheat value for the United Kingdom is estimated at 1,720,000 quarters and for the Government 11,725,000 quarters. The way ships carrying American wheat to Europe shows 17,000 quarters from Atlantic ports and 1,0K quarters from Pacific parts.
The T and O Company shipment of English malt arrived at Fre mantle this morning after a London origin and will be transcribed to a special train for By boy. The mail steamship Wil reach Adelaide on Sunday for further delivery by special train to By boy with the letter portion ready for Tuesday.
George Alfred Stevens, 43, an agent, faced charge of forging a cheque on the United Bank of Australasia Sydney, purporting to be by D.0 Marka to Arthur Her at Sydney on June 2. The cheque was for £4 and signed as Ed Marks. Witness Mr. Mark, who had known the accused 18 years, stated he authenticated the cheque. Accused reserved his defence and was remanded for trial.
Fragmented report shows McGinty charged with breaking and entering for forced trespass. Jury verdict highlights perjury charges after evidence of prior prison exposure. Magistrate warns authorities. selections note changes in Wollongong leadership. local fundraiser proceeds listed with no clear outcome.
Brisbane reports that Mr. Gerard Kean Australia’s new tenor gave his first concert before about 200 listeners last night. His performance drew an immense reception and he is scheduled to sing at Government House this afternoon.
A Queensland schoolmaster devises a method to boost education appeal, aiming to curb Friday afternoon fatigue among pupils. The plan targets waning weekly effort and contemplates verian schemes to sustain student engagement despite the midweek lull.
A Vatican style tribute from Cardinal Moran and Sydney Catholics expresses sincere sympathy to New Zealand Government and people after a great loss. A government reply thanks their Eminence and notes the need to revise the bylaws and consider consequences while urging care for innocent children.
Landon 6.20 p.m. reports Australian debentures unchanged from fortnight ago. Prices listed include Australian Mortgage Land and Finance 4% debentures 103, Queensland Investment and Land Mortgage 4% debentures 90, City of Sydney 4% debentures 102, Dalgety & Co 4% debentures 101, Metropolitan Gas Melbourne 5? 4% debentures 15, Australian and New Zealand Mortgage 4 1/2% debentures 20.
Melbourne May Day Committee denounces the treatment of the May Day deputation by Mr f, calling it a disgrace to the State and mocking New Zealand as God's own country. Customs revenue at Aymer Yard lists stimulants 4320, theatre goods 118, machinery 24218, sugar excise 2400. Transport commission approval granted for Pearse to Curl Curt Lagoon. Patent medicines advertise rheumatic cures and peppermint remedies.
Fragmentary OCR text shows garbled claims of customer satisfaction and product durability. Mentions names like Gaines Butts and Kingscrevt with incomplete phrases. No coherent event or clear entities to confirm a full news item.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.