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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 21, 1900
Page
3
Ary Juatien Simpaan pursued the hearing for dissolution of marriage with Jaye Long, formerly of Arabia, after allegations of infidelity and desertion. The court found against the respondent, granting an absolute divorce after a six month period.
Georgy Thomas Galpin applies for divorce from Mary Ann Galpin on grounds of adultery with Thomas Renney who is named co-respondent. Depositions reveal the marriage occurred in October 1844 at Tamworth under Catholic rites. Respondent failed to answer. The petitioner seeks decree a mensa et thoro with returnable proceedings in one month.
The petitioner seeks a divorce from Jubpocs Arkin, formerly Jacobs, on alleged adultery with Frank Lindholm. Arkin, 16 at marriage in May 1890, left for Finland in 1895 and later discussed the affair, denying prior adultery. No appearance by the co respondent. Further evidence awaited. judgment reserved.
A weather report notes heavy fog yesterday morning improving later with cool to mild winds. Observers record varying temperatures, widespread soaking rain expected across the western half of the colony, with several stations logging rainfall totals from a few to many inches. Reports include specific readings at towns such as Menindie, Wacaring, and Cooma, with forecasts of continuing rain spreading eastward tomorrow.
The report outlines widespread cloudy conditions and rain across New South Wales Queensland and other regions. It notes strong northwesterly winds in places and unsettled showers inland in Northern Territory Central Australia and New Zealand. Several towns report rain with occasional sunshine and roads affected by moisture.
During the voyage of the RM Orwbe tram Jenéau to Ite Colonie a second officer named Alex Chambers died of fever and was buried at sea. Chambers died as Mar.
A Kendall medical officer's report on plague history urges action on sanitation and sewerage. It links epidemics to crowded houses and defective drainage and calls for building acts and improved supervision to prevent future outbreaks.
Captain Potts of the ketch Dewdrop reports meeting two number of Inge footing off the coast about thirty eight miles northeast at Sidney Heads after unflyed yesterday from Lardowe Island.
The people of Kensington plan Arbor Day on Saturday afternoon. Five tree avenues in the main thoroughfare will be planted along with ornamental greenery on Seaside school Eraus facing three streets. Minister for Education Mr Storey 32.4.4., the Mayor and aldermen of Handwick will participate. The garden committees and progress committee will also take part.
David Derford of Philadelphia Street Browned, Hedfern district, sues William Bourse of Annandale laundry for libel alleging false claims that Bourse called Derford the father of an illegitimate child and implied moral corruption. Plea denied. defendant argues privilege. Judge Backhouse reserved decision.
The Orient line vessel Orubs brought mails to Melbourne yesterday en route to Sydney. Adelaide received 36 bags, Dealong 24, Melbourne 204, N18W 214 bags, Queenstown 127 bags, Launceston Hobart 42 bags, and New Zealand Stage Stage Noulfiea 1. HM ships received 1 bag. Additional parcels included TS boxes and 7 bags for colonies.
The Minister for Works proposed spending £1500 on removing masts from the Regent Murray wreck in Newcastle harbor entrance and blowing up the wreck of the steamer Landus. The wrecks near Oyiver Bank impede access and mar the port’s reputation, with plans tied to a northern breakwater project to improve harbor access and rough weather protection.
Sizable Kensington card features Novice Welter 4 ½ furlongs with Mermaid and Tragedian among the top contenders. betting lists Tragedian at 4 to 1, More Yet, Morcha, and Spillaway also noted. Four furlong and six furlong events follow with Fawn, Clare, Pylarces, and Mud Needham among likely place getters. betting shows Kay West, Her Grace, and Dryad near the favorite group. The long-distance Kensington Handicap over a mile includes Oriana and Vernon with Oriana expected strong, long odds and several other named runners in contention. Time figures given across each race.
A horse racing ruling at Rosebery Park disqualified the horse Foe for 12 months and suspended owner Purnell for the same period, with jockey Wootefal also banned for 12 months for suspicious betting in the Powersen-one Hane leap run off on Tuesday.
The sanitary inspector report notes 280 inspected in four wards Macquarie 97 Bourke 68 Flip 50 Denteon 25, totaling 925? plus prior inspections to 9225 a minor portion of total inspections and no notable improvements shown. permits expected for demolitions and reconstructions.
Town rumors swirl over a possible gold discovery near Temora with private exhibits and stockpiled gold reportedly stored in Moz area. No official information has been released as authorities withhold details.
In bankruptcy court the registrar suspended the certificate for eighteen months after the official assignee reported the debtor’s failure to hand over books and incomplete statements. The registrar noted the bankrupt’s delay caused no estate consequences and granted compensation to the assignee, to be paid by the bankrupt before the certificate would issue. A creditor petition heard and various examinations adjourned or concluded including Thomas Casile and Charlie Walker cases. John Alexander Mayne failed to appear and adjournment granted. Charles Hill Fordham examination adjourned to the 27th.
The Liberty Plains Horticultural Society held a well attended meeting at Congregational Hall in Rookwood presided by Mr. E Evans. Members displayed pot plants orchids and ferns with several speakers detailing cultivation tips and care, including a talk on plant watering compost and insect control.
The Governor arrived in Lismore to a 2000-strong reception with band, guards, bunting, and gas illumination. He addressed locals from his hotel balcony, praising loyalty to the Queen, and planned a Tweed procession and banquet, signaling strong ties with New South Wales towns.
Lord Roberts visited Murwillumbah by special train at 10 30 am to a festive welcome. The town displayed arches and decorations while about 1600 residents and 500 children gathered. He spoke briefly, praising Australian troops and the war effort, then toured districts before a champagne luncheon and a banquet in Lismore.
A deputation of rifle clubs waited on General French at Victoria Barracks to press for new rifles. He replied the force was short of the requested models and could not supply extra arms, but 150 of 30% rifles were being allocated to the National Rifle Association for distribution among clubs.
The funeral for Color-Sergeant Kerley proceeded in Lithgow with a large turnout from local volunteers led by Captain Bracey. Acting Serjeant-Major Daly attended from Richmond. the Lithgow Mode Band played the Dead March as priests conducted the service at the cemetery. The report notes the deceased was reportedly to have married a young lady from Araken Fill.
A vintage health ad explains that sickness in any part of the body disrupts the whole system. It touts Dr. Miles Indian Root Pills and Todien Root Pills as cures for constipation, claiming they purify the blood, restore appetite, and improve digestion without weakening or irritation.
The bankruptcy case of Thomas Alston a grazier of Thonones is detailed with creditors and court actions. The official receiver reports insufficient books and assets while the claimant seeks protection and a potential injunction against divorce proceedings.
A Wednesday meeting of the sewerage board examined fumigation of city sewers and manholes. Weather delays hindered progress, with plans extending to Darling Arbor and Vitimo Street, while references noted extended work into the nearby suburb and concerns about maintaining clean conditions during the evening.
A girl named Maggia Miretell of Newtown, Palira Court, was charged with breaking and entering and stealing crockery and other items valued at £1. Police searched the residence with a warrant and found arms, while the prosecutor named Conkew Rivers-Twit as a resident of Silverstrert. The incident occurred last Friday when the house door was found broken and the place ransacked. The girl was committed for trial after the evidence was presented, with an assayed value of £40 noted.
A garbled report hints at pork markets and production costs, noting workers, bacon quality, and varying prices. It mentions West Australian trade, parker shortages, and heavy tonnage costs, with figures like 26s and 152 cited in context of supply and demand.
Fragmentary market bulletin describes few buyers present and their stated demand at varied rates. It lists unclear price references and patterns, indicating limited成交 activity and uneven bidding among attendees. The readable text mentions average quality items and inconsistent quotes amid a loosely defined sales context.
A fragmentary OCR text lists leather items and prices such as calf, yearling, waxed hides, and bridle parts with scattered figures. The snippet includes damaged words and odd spellings, trailing into unclear phrases and missing context.
The fragmentary text references a contract case involving Thomas Woalley Paddington and JL St Wormul with disputes over recovery and payment. It mentions a sum of £46 and an implied work, but the garbled wording prevents clear facts or outcome. No definitive judgment or party details can be established from the readable portions.
A distressed patient recounts a severe nervous breakdown, memory loss, tremors, and perpetual solitude. She credits Clemence Tonic with restoring health, narrating intense recovery and urging publication of her testimony.
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