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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 21, 1901
Page
4
The text critiques a political figure's approach to revenue and taxation. It references accusations against a leader and discusses expanding revenue through policy, noting potential danger to the state and public distress as the adult population bears the burden. The fragment mentions terms like real grievances and political manipulation.
The report reviews Mr Reid's parliamentary speech criticizing Sir William Lyne and the government for financial excesses, defiance of Free Trade tenets, and costly South Africa and plague measures. It notes a looming deficit, increased revenue questions, and calls for accountability in expenditure and policy direction.
A fragmentary report describes a House discussion in which Labor MPs clash over parliamentary allowances, proposing to cap salaries at £400 a year and criticizing the Commons for mismanaging pay. The item notes tension among government members and calls for accountability amid party divisions.
A Wellington despatch describes a New Zealand Mounted Infantry unit dining and foraging amid tensions near the Duke of Cambridge and York Wax Quilling venues. Officers are accused of mishandling discipline, sparking a public protest with insults and calls for firmer leadership. The episode, though provoking, is reported as settled without lasting damage to command relations.
The London gathering critical of government policy, presided by Mr Labouchere, is condemned as a foolish May campaign move. Foreign workers guarded doors for 10 000 to prevent Boer sympathizers, while Kroger and De Wet are cheered. Sir Hetty Campbell Bannerman faces harsh accusations over wartime conduct and treatment of Boers.
A Chicago based revival leader once linked to a sensational faith case has reportedly attracted renewed devotion. Reports claim he now heads Zion City, where followers are urged to fund new buildings as he proclaims a mission tied to his sanctified status and ongoing religious movement.
A fragment hints at Dr Dowin Baraber and Ridjak in a religious journey with temple ties and a chariot scene. Skepticism arises about a clerical banker modeled after Elijah and shaped by Chicago training, amid world’s goods and providential timing.
In a tense court session the jury retired after afternoon deliberations and failed to reach a verdict. Crown prosecutor offered no verdict, and the judge discharged the jury while Mrs Smith was bound over in her own recognisances. A crowd gathered outside the court but dispersed as the scene closed.
Mr Justice Simpson summed up in the Wollongong divorce suit of Frederick A Taylor v Audride Taylor formerly Thompson. The co respondent Alfred C Watson faced adultery allegations and the petitioner claimed damages of £1000. The jury found adultery by both parties but rejected proof of cruelty. Damages set at £1000 with costs to be paid. jury and judge described remuneration and court costs handling.
Auction notices and theatre advertisement mix with political notes from Melbourne and Adelaide. Mentions nursing federation invites in uniform, a Prince Alfred Hospital matinee, and Sydney and Suburbs charity tie in. Also covers Northern Territory autonomy talk, clothing factory job losses, and Boer War updates. A light verse on peppermint cure closes.
Mr G H Reid chaired a farewell meeting for Alderman Hughes at the Protestant Hall. He attacked the government’s finances and policies, claimed ministerial corruption, and urged strong support for Hughes while defending his own history in public affairs.
A garbled OCR text relays political chatter about pensions and wage policy, mentioning figures such as Joslin and Alderman Wildes. It references King Vivian and a capital reception, with scattered mentions of elections, parties, and parliamentary matters, but contains many unreadable fragments.
A 25 year old laborer William Meare Peeree faced multiple charges at the Water Mill Court. The case involves alleged theft, fraud, and conspiracy with a network including Sir William Macarthur and others. Accused denied wrongdoing as witnesses testified and the judge delayed sentences pending further evidence.
Unclear OCR text references the Ascot Gold Cup event at Ascot with details on horses, trainers, and outcomes. Mentions The Grater, Australian connections, and Lambourn trainer, plus race names like Tickentam Handicap and Craven Laker, but specifics are garbled.
A scrambled report lists figures and events including references to Alzurrt Wintred and German New Guises. It mentions shipments from Mawlla, a treaty with Uriaa Get Money OWNAGE Muller Nash O'Reilly, and discussions on grain and agricultural plans. The piece weaves court, banking, and wartime era topics with scattered names and places.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions names Randy Bram and Richi with references to bites and cures. The readable items suggest a health or medical note but details are obscured. No clear event, date, or location can be confirmed from the legible portions.
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