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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 18, 1903
Page
5
In a divorce hearing a witness recounted disputed property claims and details from the marriage. Testimony touched on wine at the house, possible improprieties, and a claim that a former partner pressed for letters or evidence. The dialogue included questions about truthfulness, character, and the involvement of third parties in the case.
The document outlines the petitioner’s testimony about her anxious hopes for husband’s release and split loyalties. It details affection for Mr Warby, letters with love, and her view that Warby aimed to sever ties with another man’s influence. She describes family tensions, marriage complications, and reliance on officials for support.
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A petition to the Attorney General condemns extensive pilfering at Darling Island and Darling Harbour wharves. It lists firms blamed for lax security and calls for constant police presence on the wharves to curb theft and protect valuable cargo.
At the Veter Police Court Daniel Joseph Hayes aged 69 a coach builder faced a fraud charge for obtaining 10 pounds from Denis Samuel Farrell by a false pretense that a dray was his property. Witnesses testified the vehicle was purchased after inspection and payment. The court fined him 40 shillings with three months imprisonment in default, time to pay with binding security.
Captain Robb of the Aberdeen describes the voyage from LenB and BELOWH thie KOFMIng to Sydney. Passengers for Sydney include A. Rowa Miller and several others from London Capeland. The ship faced rough weather from Tenerife to Capalown with northerly winds and high seas, then extreme southward winds near Gabo, arriving with 2 cent ral cargo of 2200 vent.
Constable D Robertson observed Shree Burn carrying a bag at Goulburo street. items found included a key from Roslyn Gardens house 4 and a quantity of sheet lead stolen from Willem Sparke. Thomas Orton, Percy Luttrell, and Wit-Hom Judge were charged at Water Police Court with stealing lead valued at £3 and faced 14 days hard labour.
A. H. Macdonald introduces notices in the assembly seeking to amend registries to aid drought affected endowment Heaney and homestead selectors by enabling asset finance. Proposals push for expanded powers of the Advance Board to offer loans on securities and to secure farm debt with bailiff or agent oversight, aiming to unlock new credit while preserving land title integrity. The minister signals openness to the underlying principle for inclusion in his Budget.
Mr Levinn seeks to move in the Legislative Assembly for the appointment of a committee to investigate and report on the preservatives and colouring matters in food. The inquiry aims to determine if they harm health, and to what extent their use affects safety and current quantities.
Unclear OCR text mentions Tumut and a railway camp coal piney with fragmented terms. No clear event or names to summarize.
A court martial began today on the HMS Royal Arthur with Captain Kingsmill presiding. Lieutenant Commander Coates and other officers form the panel as Mau Eibelbert Walle pleads not guilty amid mixed reports of war and market notices filling the remainder of the dispatch.
In a debate framed by the question of free trade versus protection, the New South Wales Legislative Assembly considers a motion by Mr. Wilfli related to imperial preferential trade with Britain. The motion seeks approval of the principle and a request to convey the resolution to His Excellency the Governor.
Several youths were arrested after incidents of stone throwing at passing trains on the Rockdale to Huretvilla line. A 5.26 pm Sydney to Swetherland service at Rockdale’s Frederick Street window was struck, injuring a passenger, Mr. F Wearne of Hurstville, who escaped serious harm. Similar attacks occurred between Rockdale and Sogarat with large bits of material hitting trains and damaging windows, gloves, and a passenger’s head and clothing. Authorities pursued offenders, with one group fleeing toward the station before capture.
A Chinese physiognomist testified for the prosecution in a central Police Court today. The presiding magistrate pressed the interpreter and the witness, describing the accused with an unflattering assessment as the proceedings unfolded amid tense courtroom scenes.
Letters to the editor argue over the referendum concept. Mrs Carruthers is invited to respond. The exchange distinguishes between a referendum to fix limits and a referendum as a constitutional instrument to resolve disputes between the executive and the legislature, with support varying for each side.
A historical market snippet lists fruit varieties with prices: Ulster wearers and Canary oranges priced at various per bushel and per pound equivalents. Money values shown include 34 per dushel for apples, 60 to 74 shillings per case for naval oranges, mandarins at 28 to 48 shillings, emperors 8 to 44 pence per?, bananas 5s to 28s per bunch, lemons 3s to 6d, hillapples Queen 6s to 10s per case.
Redfern market notes show demand stronger for forage sales today, with prices largely steady from the previous week. High quality oats and wheats were scarce, corn volumes small, and several listed buyers and firms participated, including Wells and Co, Bridger and Co, and Walker.
The London Block Exchange closed and was quiet in Western Australia on a Wednesday with gold down and weak prices in Barrier Lines due to lead declines. Reports note ore prospects at Lake View Consolidated, Northern Blocks, and surrounding properties, with some values listed and potential for future mining development noted at Broken Hill and related sites.
In a Benoe Court case Judge and four jurors hear claims of breach of contract and misrepresentation between the National Cash Register Company and a plaintiff alleging sale of used machines. The suit, arising from a business deal and resulting in alleged unpaid wages, centers on job terms and the transfer of assets between the firms. The plaintiff claims ongoing employment rights and compensation, while the defendants deny any breach of the contract.
A fragmentary notice from Manchester reports a consignment of machinery to Meters R de Sontton and Panpeoy Limited on Mary App street Citime. While unpacking a piece of polspaper found in a pump barrel carried a penciled message: Good old Bydney, wish I were bunk, Wish was coming out quit kin we Blewitt.
A deputation about the new Cataract Road dam walled at the Minister for Works. MLA Nickilwon acted as advocate, presenting grievances to the minister. O'Sullivan’s entry was rejected. the minister had another engagement, but Mr Xuld arranged to take his place tomorrow.
A detainee at Port Melbourne was jailed on an alcohol charge and later taken to Melbourne Hospital with a fractured skull. He died after admission, the circumstances unclear.
Walter B. Harris, renowned Times correspondent, captured during the Moroccan campaign, is linked to exploration and travel writings. The report notes his association with Cambridge and Oxford, his role in journalism, and his later exile actions. Also mentioned are ties to Lady Mary Savile and Tangier.
Fragmented OCR entry describes police questioning and naval activity near a Sydney wharf. Mentions Tuggerats Lake, a catch of about 8, and a specimen of 40 bases with various fish names. Includes fish, dates, and a blotched list of species and a dead specimen.
A chaotic late shipping report lists ships such as Teabel i and Sugar Housing Company with crews including Captain Gantt and Drie Ba Caive. It mentions voyages from South Sea Ventures to Burma, cargoes like Cosma and LASSATVTC and notes delays, oddities, and unresolved arrivals. The fragmentary text references routes, ports, and unnamed itineraries, with stray names and places scattered throughout.
In a bankruptcy proceeding the Geores Albert Lovay case reveals a failed partnership related to Lac oratives and Company. Creditors Lynch and Lynch seek action against Church and Zurastreet partners while a public examination was adjourned to a later date.
In a cab ride a man named Reedn faced assault and robbery allegations involving a purse and money. The case was heard at Waiye Police Court with remarks from Solicitor and witnesses detailing the incident and the ensuing action.
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