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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 13, 1914
Page
3
A damaged fragment describes attempts to identify an unnamed deceased. The text references a corpse with a grey stripe, a red stone, and a beadlike or worn jewelry, with a rough description of clothing and a trunk, while noting a numbered tag. The garbled OCR hampers clear conclusions about identity or location.
A sensational crime note reports a large jewellery theft valued at 1000 pounds in New Zealand. The fragmentary clippings reference an early morning break in and a police response, with unclear names or locations due to OCR corruption.
A garbled grain of text hints at large income tax revenue and money matters. Names and places are unclear, but the passage discusses tax income and possible estimates, suggesting fiscal concerns or reporting on government revenue.
A deputation accompanied railway commissioners as they toured eastern lines, meeting Alderman Bursin and Deputy Mayor. Ministers pressed for better wagon and truck use, noting current wagons and attachments hinder the work. Local officials voiced need for improved gravel and siding access along the coast as the commissioners examined stations and nearby yards.
Fragmented OCR lists players and match notes for a Tattersalls billiards tournament. It mentions dates in June and multiple names, with unclear spellings, suggesting a regional clubs event underway or announced. The readable items point to a competitive field and scheduled rounds.
Fragmentary OCR reads as a dense local notice or column recounting names and roles in a theatrical scene. It mentions Mr fitabar Seeis, theatre events, and a probate matter concerning the will of Hemme. It notes appointing Lila Heaser and another executor, with references to a February or March timeframe and a hospital or asylum context.
A garbled passage describes a deputation related to a banking matter. It mentions the Barings Bank Empire, a Mr Maxie, and an implied inquiry into a financial issue near Moore Street. The text is incomplete and nonspecific about dates or outcomes.
The report lists towns such as Wilcannia and North Central regions recording variable showers and a fresh wind. Myron Tay's light fall of rain amounts and a notable shift to clearer conditions into Sunday are noted along with local references to temperature, wind speeds, and forecasted postal pages for broader region weather.
The forecast describes cloudy conditions along the coast with squally winds, showers possible in some districts, and stronger winds along exposed coasts. Warm, humid areas may see unsettled weather and coastal gusts, with cooler nights inland and possible fog in some regions.
In English cricket Hampshire bowled tightly at Birmingham with fine figures. A standout spell produced 4 for 23 and 2 for 14, while other bowlers claimed key wickets. The match saw late bursts from Harmost and Megliah as the home side struggled to chase.
A garbled note from the telegraph workers union describes an awards ceremony for linesmen and mentions a secretary, with unclear details on who received honors and the event’s location or date.
Fragmented OCR text notes delays and scheduling confusion among numerous firms. Mentions times around 1pm and 6am, references to shipments, vessels, and workers, with scattered proper nouns and placeholder names suggesting a business logistics report amid ongoing operational challenges.
A prolonged labor dispute involving gas workers culminates in a wage and conditions settlement after months of demonstrations. The accord rewards the workforce with pay raises and job security while outlining new safety and health standards. Officials and union leaders hailed the agreement as a step toward stability in the energy sector.
Fragmentary OCR reads as notes on a sculling world title race with names and places garbled. Key entities and events are unreadable. insufficient coherent facts to determine date, competitors, or outcome.
fragmentary OCR text about Open Gols Championship with incomplete names likely referencing Janet Verhart complications in qualification. unclear event details, multiple garbled phrases, names and places unreadable.
Fragmentary report describes an incident where an individual fell from a train near Bemidis station during Mittagong service. No further details on identities or outcomes are available in the readable text.
A historic fragment describes Borazel and Herazel as skin treatments for eczema circles and dermatitis. It mentions possible sources from soy and other ingredients, claiming scientific preparation and broad household uses for sores, chapped hands, and minor irritations.
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