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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 14, 1916
Page
5
General Hale reports sharp Allied gains as Casatings line evidences a four front advance. Enemy losses heavy with 126 prisoners captured. Forces claim they held ground after hours of stubborn fighting, despite enemy shelling and counteractions.
An early tale recounts the killing of a bushranger named Miles Burns and the capture of ex-constable Miles Blake Disrat. The narrative follows raids, shootings, and pursuits through Bellefuew’s Bridge and Wadaleo, with officers and informants named, and ends noting Burns’s era and a widow left behind.
A garbled record notes a defendant named Popham in a local case about unpaid money owed to Pad Caltod. Prosecution claims money was collected. poems referenced deliverers and a sum of £14 appears. Evidence unclear and dates garbled. case mentions Venbrucy and Teorea with a request for alerting Witkioeca.
A torn report details a parliamentary hearing involving Mr. A Jaldock and MLA Mr Baldnek about wage payments and deductions. It notes committee chairs and labor members, depot stock actions, and alleged financial practices.
Sydney committee named to manage copra export after agreement with Imperial Government. The group aims to secure shipping space for copra to United Kingdom and European ports, pending certificate issuance and compliance with new export rules. Members include W. Be Barktey and others from Colimeter, Spier, Peary, Calgary, Michigan, and Memphis.
In Manly police court keeper Jobo Maree was fined after a scene in a wine shop near a kitchen, with witnesses recounting wine sales and threats. Several patrons paid fines for disorder, and a constable noted the incident involved interruptions and attempts to control the crowd.
A parliamentary discussion centers on accelerating railway electrification and extending the system to suburban lines. Officials expect feasibility within months, with plans to modify mileage and readiness for early electric operation at the opening of the city railway.
Fragmentary OCR shows names like Dr B figronle and Mr W Maitland amid misread titles. It references the Executive Council and official licensing roles, with clerks and departments, in a damaged historical note.
Uneven rain spreads across the northwest with persistent showers and strong winds. Readers note wet streets and localized flooding as weather advisories continue into the morning hours.
Fragmented forecast describes mixed conditions with weaker winds and scattered showers across multiple areas. Mentions possible rain and varying temperatures as observers note regional differences.
A July event at Tivell Theatre plans a large carnival to raise funds for soldiers. A concrete prize draw and preliminary work will precede the main event, with proceeds aiding the soldiers’ comfort fund and a parade of winners and guests in attendance.
An OCR fragment describes rent reductions for properties at 44 Pild Street Wateries and William-aireet, noting brick buildings with jewels and fittings, a government valuation of property at £160, and weekly rent adjustments from 6d to 1s. The text lists various misread measurements, descriptions of cottages, and notices of diminished rents under a city council or public authority.
George Parkes estate appointment as executor and widow Grace Maud Parkes receives annuity and share of residue to niece and nephew contingency. inquest verdict revives on death of Frank Powell from morphine poisoning at Ginlodzing Elizabeth Street on May 11.
City Council seeks permission to close Cathedral Street for works on the Crescent project. Land Board hearing reveals opposition and concerns over access and safety. officials discuss routes, timing, and potential impact on traffic, pedestrians, and nearby properties.
Fragmented courtroom notes describe a May trial in which Purdit faced charges of whisky possession. Jurors weighed evidence amid chaotic testimony and weather-related imagery as officers and witnesses testified about the alleged incident and motives.
In a March case at the Water Police Court, Lake and Hasmondar faced charges over a designed note and a drawing alleged to resemble an Australian crown note. Witnesses described the drawing and its intent, with Lake fined £6 and others fined or imprisoned for varying terms under the Crown’s evidence.
A party of Danton cadets will depart to Ey¢gey touring with the officers. They will visit Waite, Inland, Newcastle, and Lissgow to face Cork Ip in promotions and events on the tour.
The attorney general announces a reform proposal tied to rent controls and worker protections. Officials plan a legal clarification on employee compensation and equal rights for clerical and professional staff, with backing from the Payors' Association and related groups.
Fragmentary OCR shows names like Mr Ugo and references to a secretary, army veterinary corps, and fund committee. Details are unclear due to damaged text. main action appears to be a 6 indicating a date or amount, with mentions of improvement efforts and committee roles. Further readable facts are sparse.
A partial report notes Mr Surgice Vereey appealing toward fortmdiztion of the leg al action to assist W. J. Wiley in his teleview from Kenmare Agito.
Pupil performers from Taenite of Sydney and Moore Sydney School present a French recital on Pamp-street featuring Learner pieces and group choruses. The program includes selections from Le Cid, La Prence, and Pousti and merberlamin, closing with national anthem. The Lord Mayor of Sydney Alderman Meagher attended briefly, though duties may keep him away next time. 13, Byron Bay elder Mrs Gesligen dies. Brigadier General Wallech en route to Australia after injury. Albert Victor Pauley and John James Creer plead guilty to prior offenses. Judge Markberse presides.
Fragmented OCR notes describe a council or committee session with many garbled names and places. The readable bits reference Renal Taek Ernerseville Mesareia Megtra and a listing of attendees and actions, but details are unclear. The piece appears as a jumbled summary of a public meeting or municipal hearing with scattered proper nouns.
The report notes continued strength in wool sales in Sydney with mining shares highlighted. Market activity remains brisk as buyers and sellers gauge demand and price levels, while traders monitor ongoing price movements and volume. The fragmented text indicates broad market confidence and sustained trading across commodities.
Fragmented OCR text references investors and entities such as Puserr est and Tome at SS Mar bal, with scattered names including Trent ELEN, Ueno Aiko, Wend Flew, Satya ule, Hoyts rredena, and Mant a vc. The passage hints at market activity, alerts, and bids but provides no clear events or outcomes. Further readable details are needed to determine a concrete item.
Fragmented OCR describes high milk prices and farmer distress with references to market timing and local price shifts. Mentions community response and regional talk of cooperative support, amid concerns over costs and livelihood.
The readable fragments describe a bridge widening at Newtown and mention a ferry, a reelection of a person, and references to a ferry pedestrian or vehicular flow. The text is garbled OCR with unclear details and dates.
Fragmentary OCR notes recount attempts to relieve Shackleton’s party. Mentions emergency preparations at a base and ongoing measures to assist the expedition amid adversity. Names and places are garbled, but the core theme centers on rescue operations and support for the expedition.
Fragmented report describes junior recruits at a local event with unclear dates and chaotic text. Mentions recruitment, a specific place, and a sequence of laps, but details are unreadable. Notable terms include Las Giale and Sitartay, though their meanings are uncertain.
Waverley chemists sudden death reported with few readable details. Partial notes mention an investigation and a death possibly connected to a chemical incident at a local facility. The fragmentary text references an individual and a hospital or doctor team assessing the case.
An unclear OCR reads as a probate notice describing estate matters for a Bay area individual. It mentions trust or guardianship actions and potential distribution to heirs. Names and precise details are illegible, but the page indicates court involvement and procedural steps.
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