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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 16, 1903
Page
8
Funeral notice proclaims Coffin and Company as premier providers with finest equipment. Unclear lines mention service quality and a claim of leading status in the field. Further readable text is fragmented, but positions Coffin and Company as top funeral directors.
A police witness at the Central Licensing Court testified about the renewal of a hotel publican's license. The witness described the hotel as busy on Sundays and noted a strong electric system, with many patrons entering and leaving, and a reputation for humor and lively noise surrounding the establishment.
Fragmentary report outlines a legal action by Tiékard Senders against Wille Covingtor seeking compensation. Court records indicate a jury trial and disputed details about authority and delivery in a disputed Lom case.
A distorted report outlines a sheep breeders show with discussions of breeding lines and new management trends. It notes Arcangua and theShow Ground preparations and hints at improved show conditions and judging standards for the current year.
The article details auction results across multiple estates and allotments in Paddington Willoughby Chatswood and surrounding areas. Notable properties include brick houses at Merrick Ville St Leonards and a residency on Stanley Street Chatswood. Total sales amount to a substantial figure with per foot rates and numerous allotments sold.
Fragmentary ad mentions Chamberlain's Cough Remedy marketed as superior for relief. Includes stray phrases about medicine quality and best seller claims, with disjointed OCR errors. The readable portion suggests a medical product promotion without clear dates or locations.
Weather notes report rain and cold in Carcoar with thunderstorm Friday and river levels fluctuating. Narrabri notes frost none severe to crops, stock improving. Temora describes mostly favorable rain, growing grain, no frost yet, stock good and butter getting cheaper.
North Sydney Court yesterday convicted Boward Farmer a 46 year old laborer of stealing a white woollen emexler valued at 6d from William Juanes on May 4. Another theft case involved Felix Schuepinsehek with a purse and brooch valued at £1, leading to four months’ imprisonment. Michael Shorne Js, a laborer, was charged with stealing a bag of cuttings valued at 43 Gi from Jon Cameron. Further details mention a coat theft and a سweep of other items, with additional unnamed defendants and dates referenced.
Floo market reports brisk buyers and steady competition in a sale featuring 494 sheep with crossbreds and ample consignments from 39 suppliers. Prices for prime and extra heavy stock hold firm, with beef quoted around 28 to 30 per cwt. About 1440 sheep and 1980 cattle expected for Thursday as auctioneers plan a raise in NSW representation.
A Adelaide reader recalls her daughter's facial sores clearing after eight days of Zan-Buk Ointment, praising its healing effect on cuts, boils, burns, eczema, ringworm and cracked hands. The missive notes the product is sold with a free sample offer and lists contact details for The Zam-Buk Company in Sydney.
Doctor Stanich a specialist from Imperial and Royal University Vienna marks a public medical service in Liverpool Street at 161 with daily consultations from 9 am to 10 pm. The establishment advertises certificates for cures and notes patronage by Lord Loftus and the Duke of Manchester.
The Miny branch meeting notes a steady balance, reelects JW Sugedin as president with J Dil and J Wolleton as vice presidents, G Hemon as secretary, and John Bent as treasurer. They vow to support Armidale and oppose changes to Land Act ballot rules, discuss the Fisheries Protection Board salaries, and outline measures on trapping, hunting, and harbour destruction. Weather and regional reports cover Molong, Windsor, and Goulburn districts with drought effects, wheat prospects, and livestock market notes.
James Anderson of Gipps Street Drummoyne, connected with Ander and His line firm, was taken to Dulmain College Hospital by Civil Ambulance Brigade after a stone crane jib swung and struck him on Darling Street Balmain. He suffered fractured ribs and scalp injuries. Doctors prescribe Sander and Son Aucalytpic Extract.
In Wollongong on Tuesday an early hour fire levelled a large wooden building on Wel-Vongeng Road known as the Forest Inn. Inmates barely escaped as Carmichael, a local coachman, acted quickly to save them. Origin of the blaze is unknown.
The squadron includes the Arthur flag, Mildura, Kingxroonm, Kerrakatts, Penguin, Sparrow, Wallaroo, Lisard, and Phoebe en route from Sydney to Auckland. Archer sails south, Torch off Thursday Island, Dart on survey duty near the Barrier Reef, with a Ministerial visit planned to Sherbrooke on Saturday to discuss property resumption.
A mixed tale from a winter illness features Mrs Spencer of Balmain who recounts a long battle with Ind disease symptoms including fevers, pains, and malnutrition. She credits Clement's Tonic with rapid relief, improved appetite, and restored strength after weeks of weakness, allowing her to return to activity.
A garbled historical notice discusses Filigot trade medicine, Bal at Exbruary, and CLEMERTS TONIC with a claimed cure range. It notes rival substitutes, advertising pressure to boost sales, and debates about merit and long use under Areata influences.
Fragmented text describes a June 1 meeting of a political league where slogans like Not party, But country and people are echoed. The garbled print hints at calls to unity beyond faction, denouncing party abuse while urging welfare for all, amid a chaotic page of advertisements and notices from Australian firms.
Fragmented OCR text shows a public service gazette with references to officials, meetings, deadlines, legal notices, and community topics. Mentions of names and organizations are scattered, indicating a compiled notice page rather than a single coherent event.
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