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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 22, 1909
Page
4
London reports Monday evening as Cody unveils his 18th new aeroplane built at Aldershot. He demonstrates an 11 mile circular flight with a rotor that enables sharp turns.
Public edition note urges readers to protect themselves and wake the signatane with mentions of BME rotations and a very Klan. The text repeats phrases about publication timing Monday to Friday and a sporting edition, with garbled names and signatures included.
In memoriam notices honor departed relatives. Heathie to Private Hospital, Wrellsuim Ga, and George Hawesing. Memorial poems and remembrances express grief for Jon Foley and others. Dacre Parsons and Mile Mises Wilson are named with family tributes.
Report from a protestant hall gathering shows Sir William Lyne under attack by Labor Party supporters and the National Protections League. The crowd criticized Deakin and questioned the wider political wisdom of Deakin’s alliance, focusing on the speaker’s rhetoric and the broader impact on public welfare.
The piece argues Labor risks betraying free trade supporters by courting Lyne, labeling him a strong protectionist. It notes the Deakin-Cook tariff truce and asks if Labor should endorse or reject Lyne while warning of political bargains and loyalty within Lyne’s constituency.
The Newcastle district records the deaths of three cows from bullets fired by cadets using a Wealey Richards rifle. The piece debates whether the shots were deliberate target practice or accidental misfires, and notes farmers deserve compensation for losses including beer and pork from the cadets.
The Balmain district council discusses a hospital tax as an alternative to funding. Supporters note large NHS-like hospital costs and rising totals, while opponents warn of broader taxpayer burden and potential shifts of care or influence from hospital to government.
London readers urged to subscribe twenty pounds to fund a dirigible project. The appeal cites Franco building four dirigibles and mentions Britain Spain France and Germany pursuing airship programs with high power capabilities.
London reports on the murder of Kine Sie gel in a Chinatown room above a Chinese restaurant. Authorities suspect a gang of Chinese men posing as Christian converts carried out the crime. Letters from white women were found in the murderers lodging.
London reports a strike by stablemen over trainer recognition in France delayed the Grand Steeplechase de Paris at Auteuil. The disorder led to barriers being breached and injuries amid calls for admission refunds. The event, held near Paris, is a premier French steeplechase with a rich prize, previously won by Dandrlo and Ghost Guthorss.
The Earl of Shrewsbury and others pursue a substitute for petrol named homil made from waste products. They claim it is cheaper and more economical than petrol, with ongoing experiments in London and Paris. Wealthy partners reportedly include Viscount Ingestis in a motor cab venture under the style of Per a et Pils.
Dr Ghani, an Indian physician, was acquitted after being arrested in Kabul on charges of raising a rebellion against the Afghan Emperor. The Moday evening ruling concluded the case, with Ghani’s defense denying the allegations.
The Institute of Actuaries London reports examinations: Part 2 class 2 Doyle Bediey Part 9 class 9 Vaughan Spitner Part 1 section Dueler Metbourne Part compound interest Hassley Johns Melbourne Part 3 class Tahan Melbourne.
Bar silver in London was bid at 2x 0 1-DGd per cmc standard with modest activity on Monday evening.
A fragment discusses beet sugar production for the 1933-35 campaign, estimating forage use and fanage. It compares planned output to the previous season, noting a 3,000 tons target and a larger 1908-21 historical production figure around 6,400,008 fans in current terms, with other conflicting figures.
Fast purchasers collection of Australian books and travel guides advertised with clearance pricing. Includes Voyages, Travel, Redhe of Scientific, and other titles. Incomplete text references scanners and services. Prompt notes mention a sale with reduced prices and available purchases.
A late wire service brief notes a cable news update received today with limited readable details. The fragment references ongoing coverage and mentions no clear events, places, or persons. The item appears as a terse update rather than a full story.
England cricket note reports a damp Bradford start as Australia and Yorkshire collide. Laver and Armstrong used steady bowling to restrict the home side, Rhodes and Denton posted half centuries before rain halted play. Denton top scored for Australia, with 57 and a later 50 by Myers, while Macartney claimed four wickets for 30 as stumps were drawn with Australia 222 and Yorkshire 270 some 280 minutes into the second day.
The article previews a cricket match with Australia facing Rhodis, noting Forkabire s significant total and predicting big bowling clashes. It highlights Hemton and Beccan an as skilled players for Desent, describes Teaton as a longtime Yorkshire pacer, and mentions Laver and Hap King as notable bowlers and mystery figures.
Mr Garvin Inspector-General of Police completed a survey of police stations and has resumed duty at the district office in Ardner, Maine. The changes benefited Garris and the force, improving morale and operations.
Fragmentary sales by auction item list appears to reference page K and column S174. Mentions a Jobe P. with cures and tonics phrase. text is garbled and unreadable beyond these scattered terms. No clear names, dates, or outcomes robustly recoverable from the fragment.
Prime Minister of New Zealand Bic Joseph Ward arrives in Sydney aboard the Union Company's steamer Maroue to attend the Defence Conference. In candid remarks he defends NZ policy, notes economic improvements, discusses money markets, unemployment relief, and naval strategy, stressing loyalty to the Empire and NZ's role in maritime security.
Sydney GPO reveals broad changes to improve space and efficiency. Key aims include expanding public areas, reconfiguring the ground floor, and creating new private offices and staff facilities. The overhaul targets the central telephone exchange and telegraph rooms, with safer access, better lighting, and improved delivery and postal workflows.
In Melbourne Saturday night into Monday morning, burglars forced a lock on a door of the offices of tr, FOR Abrecht superior of precious, removing valuables valued around £600. They spilt into the room, pried open a trinket cabinet, and seized safe items. The robbers ransacked the premises, leaving a scene of broken locks and damaged furniture. authorities recovered several items but substantial property remained missing. Police investigated the break in and sought clues to the culprits.
Mitchell v Pearce dispute notes second deposits lodged for the stallion championship in Australia. The Parramatta rider on July 1 filed conte erad opus this morning. Amounts include £95 and £100 toward the £2 million stake as training continues for the Parramatta Risers with Pearce training there during the event.
An article fragment reports a fire caused by matches at a dwelling behind MF Winter Simpson. Firefighters arrived but the page lacks clear details on injuries or damages. The text mentions a Kegsratt and Bames as misread names, with no confirmed outcome.
Fragmented court record describes indictment of a couple with alleged enticement and murder of Lucy Smith. The Crown alleges a scheme surrounding the victim during a revelatory trial at Criminal Court before judge Rogers. Proceedings reveal family distress, plea for mercy, and a harsh verdict separating spouses to serve prison terms.
Mrs Warskitt Allan, formerly Mrs WarsWilt, died after a long Sydney residence. She was known and popular among friends. The remains will be interred tomorrow afternoon near Hockwood, with funeral details at Lipa.
A battered ketch named Alfred Fleming ran ashore at Strepton Beach near Lake Breai. Locals report minor damage with no injuries as rescue teams work to secure the vessel and assess the scene.
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