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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 26, 1909
Page
12
The filing shows a crowded, fragmented market summary with copper, metals, and shares moving weekly. Names like Watsons Bay, Sidney Sack Exchange, and various entities appear amid price notes, election notices, and public postings.
Fragmented readable text shows a jumble of names, places, and phrases including Burkland River, Colonial Sumer, Junction, Bank references, and assorted dates or numbers. The legible bits resemble a mosaic of potential notices, deliveries, and events with unclear context and many garbled terms.
The stormy weather description covers Narra hilly regions and surrounding towns. Forecasters note heavy rain across several localities with strong winds and potential flooding threats. Residents are urged to secure property and monitor official notices for updates. Authorities warn of travel disruption and service delays in exposed coastal and inland areas. Weather patterns indicate a significant wet spell extending through the coming days. Local coastlines may see higher surf and rip currents. inland hills could experience excess runoff and minor washouts. Officials emphasize preparedness and adherence to safety advisories from the meteorological office.
A garbled church column from the Anglican scene describes discussions among clergy and lay leaders on parish organization and missionary activity. Names, places, dates, and specific actions are obscured by OCR errors, but references to churches, bishops, and a diocese hint at ongoing administrative and pastoral matters within the church.
In Clemenceau era France the Prime Minister introduced a bill to abolish lotteries with government or public company exemptions. French lotteries were legalized in 1599 and remained widespread, generating large prizes and thousands of tickets sold in Paris and across the country. England saw some ticket activity, while a New South Wales court heard a distinct assault and theft case involving Harold Nazamich, a fruit dealer, charged with assaulting Charlotte Rebecca Clark and stealing a coin purse.
Albury faces severe flooding with ninety houses inundated and bridges, ferries, and traffic halted. Rivers rise to flood levels as residents flee, boats scarce, and relief efforts mobilize. Widespread damage across Wodonga and surrounding districts reported with numerous stock losses and submerged infrastructure.
Morning river readings show Murrumbidgee falling at Gundagai and rising downstream at Wagga Wagga Narrandera and nearby towns. Murray at Albury up 18 feet above summer level with recent rise, while Yass and Tumut rivers subsiding. rain since Thursday night reducing flood fears though lagoons may fill.
Rain disrupted river exports and meat shipments as showers persisted yesterday evening and this morning. Light rain fell in Sydney with subdued conditions in the metropolis during the afternoon.
Our traveling correspondent reports heavy rains in the Carrashool area and across Riverina over two days, contrasting with past drought. Fields near Balranald Euston Osley Maude show growth, while roads remain poor and travel is hindered by mud and washed tracks.
Fragmented OCR summary references New South Wales wheat harvest and political activity with garbled names and dates. It mentions rainfall, acreage, and potential governmental actions, but readable specifics are sparse. The piece hints at agricultural conditions, labor, and policy measures affecting farming communities during the season.
Fragmented OCR report chronicles a chaotic public meeting near the shore of A with references to the Taki-Cab concept and local figures. It mentions the Tresor party, a Kahne gathering, and unclear scores or outcomes amid urban noise.
The piece discusses Australia’s advertising push via the Australian Agricultural College and the chief agent general to attract attention in the United Kingdom. It outlines proposals to draw elder youth to opportunities, promote colonization, and host lectures to expand knowledge of Australian agriculture and immigration plans. It mentions joining with the Central Muhbie Schools' Association to spread information and encourage public interest.
The divorce suit by Ma Nolay against award MacMahon Nolan proceeded with Justice Sly Tyatd presiding. The petitioner was granted dissolution for two years as a provisional measure, totaling six months.
English wheat markets and overseas rates are noted with references to Liverpool and Australian prices. The document cites commercial aims, balik lines, and current buyer rates amid global trading, reflecting a brief snapshot of market activity and price levels.
Fragmented OCR text outlines candidates and officials for a high commissioners election. Names appear garbled yet imply Sir John Perrwat and Mr Germs Auld as figures, with references to government roles and a London session date. The passage lacks clear events or outcomes due to damaged text.
A scanned legal display from a Sydney property deposit and investment notice lists numerous names, addresses and financial figures amid dense script. The fragmentary text mentions Castlereagh Street, dated references, and multiple individuals connected to land and trust arrangements, with headings that resemble public notice formatting and lengthy transcribed legal details.
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