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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 13, 1929
Page
4
Postal and telegraph pricing details written in a fragmented 19th century notice. Mentions Fremantle and Fremantle region rates with dates in June and July. Includes references to mail and telegraph deadlines, late evoices, and service hours for various offices and destinations.
The Engine Drivers and Firemen's Association reaffirmed a plan to pull safety personnel from all New South Wales collieries, while attaching a rider that action is delayed pending settlement negotiations. The editorial warns of possible industrial disruption and urges government protection to avert a nationwide coal supply crisis.
A historical legal commentary discusses the Habitual Criminals Act, outlining five offense classes such as robbery and theft, how prior convictions influence declarations of habitual criminality, and the potential for detention during the King’s pleasure after completing current sentences. It notes magistrate referrals, reforms, prisoner labor, and licensing outcomes under the act.
A bustling diary style piece recounts Hyde Park demonstrations by Framswat Commissioners, pet trends in England, and a lively dog show at Wentworth. It notes RAF charity events, the Goats and hounds mix, and local sport gossip including Bill Brogan’s boxing round stoppage and Redmond’s edges.
A farmer’s wife was divorced on grounds of adultery with two men. The husband won £800 damages from the co-respondent, but morally the wife deserved half the value of twenty years of labor on the farm. The court considered maintenance and the balance of future support, noting the wife’s harsher treatment versus the farm’s assets. The case sparked debate over recognizing a wife’s contribution and protecting husbands from “robbery” of his property.
A brief on loquat seeding growth noting the California Advance variety praised for large fruit and high yield. Mentions the plant’s suitability for space and its value to cultivators, with reference to home cropper use and gardening practices.
A fragmentary article discusses the Parramatta by election noting grounds for inquiry into election irregularities and the historical view of corruption in elections. It then shifts to the Wheat Guarantee dispute where Victoria refuses a demand by the Country Progressive Party for guaranteed prices, arguing the cost and fair treatment of other primary industries.
A weathered bush diary notes winter ends as flowers brighten the bush. Frost glistens on low leaves while a five by four foot patch of green appears. The scene captures a calm walk in morning light amid blooming honey flowers and budding colors.
Mr E J Tait objects to bare legs in a stage revue noting the Melbourne performance featured bare legged ballet. He questions what rounds he objected to the look as wardrobe mistresses tighten stockings and attire for the Sydney rehearsal amid aesthetic concerns.
At a small indie cinema patrons smoked under cover of darkness. One watcher noticed a smoker ignoring the rule and discarding their dead cigarette or matches, leaving ashes in and around seats. An observer described the scene as unsettling and noted everyone avoided confrontation.
A garbled OCR text discusses British regulars and Sir Prien Wequrlet with vague mentions of poor participation in Australia. It references poets, members, and forces in Africa and weather, with scattered ideas about reuniting old brigades.
The tale follows Phillip, raised on Pillar Mountain by Oliver Ayton, as he grows into a powerful youth unaware of his true parentage. He later meets his unknown father, a feared district leader, proving same strength. Support comes from dog Loafer and fellow characters in a dramatic, punctuated adventure.
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