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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 17, 1910
Page
11
Shocks of an earthquake were recorded at Washington from an event 4009 miles away, the Thursday London evening report notes. The item highlights the far off geographic reach of tremors and cites readings from Washington observers.
London reports Lord Beauchamp formerly Governor of New South Wales has taken over as Lord President of the Council. The budget will be introduced during the next week of January.
Lord Lanstown and Mr. Balfour held a brief talk with Mr. Asquith as the Prime Minister faced calls to equalize party chances in the Lords. Conservative MP Mr. Fe. Smith argues both houses should have parity to carry legislation, while Liberal papers hint at cautious optimism. A Radical meeting led by Sir Charles Duke concluded no current responsibility rests on them amid conference debates.
In the evening debate Sir Edward Grey, Foreign Secretary, denied press claims that Britain aimed to change Crete's status, warning such reports hinder international goodwill and offend Muslims. He said powers wish no change harming Turkey and noted France's attitude was consistent. Pichon dropped full conference plans, seeking only Moslem delegation issues in Crete.
London reports on Edinburgh World Missionary Conference where speakers urged vigorous action in Africa, Southern Asia, and Oceania. Debates covered expanding unoccupied areas versus deepening work where already present, individual conversion versus community conversion, training evangelists, and coordinating missionary bodies.
Provisions in Vienna prompt protest by restaurant proprietors gathered before Parliament House. They demand cheaper imports and opposed frontier barriers at the Servian and Bowmanian lines, urging action to lower costs and open cold stores to cattle imports.
The Abr Valley in Germany experienced catastrophic floods with many villagers drowned or missing. Rail workers and canteen staff failed to heed warnings, wine and spirits were seized, and people sought refuge in trees as floodwaters rose. Oberaimmargan and surrounding areas reported severed access and widespread devastation with hundreds killed.
London market report shows Bar Silver priced at 2s 0d per ounce for lenders, with values noted for Thursday evening trading and the current quotation reflects the period's market conditions.
Sir Hugh Bell told a Free Trade Union meeting in London that United States iron and steel output rose faster than Britain’s due to vast stores of finished goods while Britain’s were largely unprotected. He cited statistics showing the iron trade suffered from lack of protective measures. Bell is a major iron and gallery owner.
London dispatch says the Pope has stopped publishing his recent encyclical to avoid straining the alliance between the German Catholic Centre and the Conservative and Agrarian parties. The move aims to preserve political alignments and pact stability across factions.
London reports the German Emperor is afflicted by knee suppuration requiring rest. The issue is not linked to his earlier wrist trouble, and the condition is described as an affection of the knee rather than a wrist problem.
London dispatch reports at Fatehgarh India a riot by about 350 habitual criminals stormed the main gate. Guards fired volleys after warning shots as bricks flew. Two additional assaults were checked. Seven rioters were killed and several wounded.
London reports that Mayer, Chief Post Office Inspector, says United States Wireless Telegraph Company grew from a defunct Amalgamated Wireless Telegraph Securities Company and that promoters defrauded twenty eight thousand shareholders. Christopher Wilson and Bogart were arrested in New York. officials claim large sums were promised but stock value collapsed.
A Socialist named Barranio assassinated the Chief of Police Senor La Carolina in Jsen Spain on Thursday evening. The incident follows growing socialist unrest as authorities investigate the motive and potential further violence.
The Pope met with Bishop Reville of Bendigo in a private audience at Rome and congratulated him on his recovery from illness. The exchange took place on Thursday evening in London reporting.
London reports the Italian government, at President Taft's request, ordered divers to search Lake Como amid growing suspicions that Mr. and Mrs. Charlton Porter were murdered possibly by burglars. The case remains under police scrutiny as authorities pursue leads.
A gathering of supporters for MLA candidate C W Oakes will meet at Paddington Town Hall banquet room this evening at 8 to plan campaign strategy. The Rev Diana-Morgar has been nominated to Bowral parish, following Rev J Hargrave's resignation. A Mary Thornton pleaded guilty at Redfern Court to stealing £4 10s from Michael Wiley and was fined £6 or a month’s jail. Rail officials notified Miranda goods siding and Cronulla tram terminus, prompting council requests for Woollahra access. Chimes were rung at city hall and four persons then arrested for drunken behavior at Central Police Station.
In Parliament Mr Dacey challenges government delays on public service reforms and questions the qualifications of Mr Marfurlane as Controller of Prisons, while Mr Edden and Mr Eden urge restraint on strikes and advocate negotiation. A heated exchange follows with Mr Fitzpatrick driving the tempo and critics accusing opponents of political maneuvering amid discussions on labor unrest and governance.
The exchange shows Mr Grahame and Mr Fitzpatrick clashing over confidence and disclosures in a bill discussion. The Premier insists on not revealing confidential statements, while members probe fairness and honesty, with humor and tension leading to a late midnight adjournment.
At a special Belmore branch meeting in Sydney Trades Hall supporters debated the Belmore by election for the seat. Alderman English remained a candidate with nominations opened after a heated clash over central executive endorsements.
Mail timetables list sails from Sydney for the United Kingdom and overseas routes. Rates include 1d per 160% fraction for newspapers, with various ships and destinations quoted such as Macleay River, Montevideo, Buenos Ayres, Chill and Rio Janeira, Wellington, and others.
In a West Australian Church publication, editors highlight nineteen weddings especially society weddings, condemning perceived irreverence at Perth Cathedral. The piece contrasts Sydney and Perth attitudes, noting clergy calls for modest dress, while unmarried readers speculate on social effects and possible advantages of marriage.
The mayor presided as the railway section of the Muègues-Dentaloc corridor was laid to the farmton amid ceremonial remarks. Under the guidance of Mr. Foulcher, municipal committees coordinated the event with likely attendees Mire Ponieber and B. J. Marry noted among those present.
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