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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 20, 1906
Page
4
A mangled notice outlines publication times for editions including noon and late porting schedules. The fragment references 42 noon and 4 5 PM and 7 5 PM in unclear order, showing scheduling notes without full context or dates.
In memory notices for Yad Callagrac and Thomas Andaman from family entries, a public meeting notice in Sydney Teen Hall on August 3. Also includes a shop ad and assorted misc notices about flour, clothing, jewellery, and prices, with fragmented text and incorrect spellings.
An urgent warning from the Water and Sewerage Board urges expediting Cataract Dam work to ensure water storage by September and possible supply if rainfall improves. Officials criticize delays, stress public need, and press Minister for Works to accelerate progress despite cost concerns.
Fragmented OCR notes discuss program rates and dam readiness for partial storage. It mentions a board meeting aiming for mid September and concerns over independence, department decisions, and time constraints as deadlines approach.
A debate on new police regulations bans smoking in barracks and off duty, with criticism that rules originate from force heads but lack ministerial approval. The Chief Secretary is urged to avoid harsh measures, while critics warn the reforms punish officers and hamper police morale. The chief police officials are accused of exploiting leisure time to harass officers.
A late correction questions Gowen statements on prosecutions tied to a Royal Commission and Parliament's suspensions. It notes disputes over responsibility for stalled action, suggests Gowen’s party could have toppled Sir John Lee’s ministry, and discusses an ex-ministerial affair with Sir Henry Parkes misrepresented in history.
The text critiques pension plans and political motives, noting wealth disparity and the influence of those in power. It questions future judgments of pension fairness, suggesting a distrust of leaders and the public’s shifting priorities while lamenting the fallen cadence of public duty.
Fragmentary report describes a court of appeals ruling and contempt allegations in Britain. The text references a London correspondent and mentions breach of law and a broad critique of legal systems.
In Baltic Provinces after disturbances in Russia many revolutionaries took photographs of their new uniforms and cities. Russian troops now seize these images leaving family albums unfashionable and haunting younger generations with odd portraits. The piece jokes that the best use is to play cards with the photos, each showing a debtor to fate.
The report discusses a furrowed military inquiry at La Victoria during the latest manoeuvres about Captain Crouch M L A. Witnesses claim he surrendered and was released on parole. Crouch denies these statements. The public shows limited interest though a strong military sentiment remains.
London report from Tuesday night notes growing Paris fear that Russia is waging revolution or repudiation, with European advances drained and state employees warned of general upheaval as data is divulged and Massey threatens widespread action.
London dispatch reports a financial crisis and internal upheaval as the Russian government rejects direct involvement with the Narodnaya Duma. It announces a forthcoming manifesto warning that Duma agrarian proposals could trigger heavy land sales to peasants. Large meetings in Petrograd show support for the Duma, while industrial securities tumble on the St Petersburg Exchange.
London dispatch reports from Anioy that Chinese at Tungan stabbed Dr. Murne and Mr. F. Eacilé of the China Mutual Listrance Company. Dr. Murne was severely wounded with trey tlates, while Mr. Eadie sustained light injuries in the assault.
London notes a memorial service for the late Mr Seddon to be held at St Pauls Cathedral with a large gathering of Colontary and the public. Prime Minister Campbell-Bannerman says a service in St Margarets Westminster would not be necessary for Members of Parliament.
A divorce petition by Waess ie petitioning for divorce from Mary Ama Xi Quentian, formerly Brown, on grounds of adultery unfolds in court. Testimony covers encounters between Crakanthorp, Eldershaw, and others at the Town Hall and surrounding properties, with cross examination revealing appointments, movements, and alleged intimate encounters. proceedings continue on page 4.
In Sydney District Court today Luke Hetornan and Zerland Kegarg faced alleged false imprisonment claims by Wijl Armstrong. The case concerns detention during a custody dispute over bricks, cement, furniture, and other goods at Hosking Foundry and Botany Road.
The article criticizes government inspection tours of the capital, noting invited visitors and frequent outings by Parliamentary regents. It argues these journeys burden taxpayers with expenses for clothing, meals, and travel, totaling around 21040 1h AL, far exceeding other incidental costs.
Alderman Young urged that control of the Glebe Island Abattoirs and meat supply stay with Sydney Municipal Council rather than the Metropolitan Abattoire. He warned city rail and service management would suffer if power shifted. Alderman Swan suggested rebuilding Glebe area abattoir on an updated plan, while other councilors favored keeping local oversight. The motion to retain local control passed amid broader discussions on municipal services.
London dispatch reports the Leipzig Court of Appeal confirming an editor's sentence of six months imprisonment issued for a social paper. The court extended lese majeste to depictions meant to depreciate the king's ancestors, while the editor argued the publication was mere political critique.
A congested, garbled note discusses a proposal by the Peastal Joverymant to examine pensions for poets and families supporting literary figures. It references Victor Guley and John Farrys, mentions wives advising prudent actions, and hints at financial aid and moral guidance, with confusing commentary on business and light and day.
London report notes final round action in the Doyle Cup Lawn Tennis competition. Rugiand Dent America by dive camey to wil.
In London on a Thursday evening, Lancashire faced Samurcistire with a 240 vote tally recorded for RH Mpoooer. The match details remain unclear, but the event notes a high scoring or voting context tied to Bach Hall.
Fragmented report states Congo chiefs were executed amid turmoil in Balmain County. Text is garbled but references a mayor and local governance, with mentions of a tailor shop and officials.
Fragmentary text from an OCR source includes garbled names and locations. It references British and UNCLE JED and a lake Cove area but lacks clear events, dates, or outcomes to establish a coherent news item.
The body of a man identified as tram driver William Mt Walmsley of Glebe Point was found this morning in Ronville Hay near Balmain and Annandale. The morgue and coroner have been notified as police search for his missing movements since the 15th last month.
Alderman Cohen and Mayor of Malmain announce a deputation to the Row and Argy seeking a municipal endowment of not less than Wind 3a. Law and Anderson L MLA urged co operation with other municipalities to obtain funding. motion carried unanimously.
Inspector Donohoe of the Crejoms Bryans quot prosecutes Ay Hi. Samaon of Brownster Camperdown at Central Simmaeny Court for a customs irregularity. Mr Robison defends the Crow case, noting refusals to comply and a waver of $5. The sentence hints hard labour and related legal actions.
A man described as a Taherman was found in Margirny Paley’s dwelling at 114 Palmer Street Woolleluuloo with intent to assault. He claimed innocence, but the court heard the confrontation with Mary Gordon’s husband and committed him to three months in prison.
A Chinese tobacco grower Lai Hoa Chung was fined by a Customs officer for alleged tobacco sales during the quarter ending December 31, 106. The case notes that records of tobacco production and state returns were kept, with penalties stated, but the exact charges and findings appear tangled in the OCR text.
An OCR noisy slice recounts a Central Police Court session with youths charged for jumping on a tram and a mix of social notes. It mentions a musical evening at the Araiey Haun’ial, and lists names of attendees and speakers in a disjointed civic notice.
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