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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 27, 1908
Page
15
Fragmented obituaries and memorial notices honor relatives across communities. The scattered text names many individuals, dates, and places, including deaths and mourners, reflecting an era of communal remembrance and public notices.
A brief note from Sydney on Saturday June 27, 1908.
The article cites Bismarck on German colonial failures due to lack of 300 years experience and argues that governing colored races requires long immersion. It praises British governance, notes the differing mindsets of colonizers and natives, and discusses granting white administrators more freedom in dealing with native affairs, using Papua laws as a case in point.
The discussion defends a Papuan Labor Ordinance allowing natives with coconut crops or self work exemptions from forced labor. It argues the rule protects peace, police needs, and progress, while warning against idleness and vice among lower natives. The piece cites Pax Britannica, colonial policy, and figures like Sir William Macgregor to justify governance and taxation.
The High Court has effectively quashed the whole New Protection scheme. The government faced pressure from Protectionist manufacturers and Labor Party backers. The piece suggests promises to Labor were not honored, likening deceit to a gold brick purchased by folly, with political manipulators ready with a plausible tale.
A fragment from a 19th or early 20th century column defends Sir Thomas Bent receiving the Birthday Honors. The piece praises his vigor and directness, notes his medieval style and ready critique, and argues his knighthood suits his bold, outspoken character within the ancient order.
A sensational sketch describes a proposed Court of Tears in New York by the Jewish community. It claims to settle domestic disputes and family wrangles with nonlegal arbitration, addressing issues from dowry costs to household rules. The piece notes potential benefits and warns that such courts might cause grey hairs for judges in divorce cases.
A Wallington telegram reports Captain Strang and Captain Cameron of the Union Company inspecting the sailing ship Dartford. They express satisfaction with the Dartford but defer training ship plans. Loch Lomond, now loading seal at Newensde for Lyttelton, will be inspected to decide if she or the Dartford will be sent as a training ship. Dartford moves to Kalpara for timber bound for Sydney then Newcastle for coal to Lyttelton.
A historical ad proclaims Sander and Sons Eucalyptus Extract superior to rivals. It warns against inferior extracts causing danger, cites court-tested reliability, and urges buyers to choose the genuine pure volatile eucalyptus extract endorsed by experts and authorities over 35 years.
Sae peace curs sruits Stole and Rugs-Latest Fastious present a renovated display. The Museum of Furs Curio showcases the largest collection to Australia with free packing and labelling. Contact Moore-street and 605 George-strest via phone 2196.0 for details.
An aged Australian advertisement promotes the 208 Unrivalled Knockabout Watch by A Saunders of Sydney. It touts durability, keyless balance, dust resistance, a 43 year movement guarantee, one year free repairs, and a written warranty. Appears with pricing and address details for the jeweller.
In London on Friday evening the city reels after the Reformers were executed, following a turbulent scene at the central death trail and a later report of violent clashes and destruction across the streets. The Shah’s methods and a restored harmony are implied as the city tries to move past the upheaval.
Fragmented report notes possible involvement with a hazardous device at a Mesicklols factory and mentions authorities and informants. The text is garbled but implies an investigation of possession or plotting related to a dangerous device near the Viceroy and London in a Friday.Date and specific names are unclear due to OCR errors.
London report states only 28 of the Spanish steamer Laraché’s passengers are missing after the disaster. Captain Abel, overcome by rheumatism, leaped into the sea and was washed ashore unconscious but later recovered.
A collision occurred on a Friday evening involving an express, a passenger, and a goods train on the Bombay and Baroda Railway in London. Several carriages derailed and fatalities were reported, with many lives lost or injured.
In a Thursday start Gloucestershire faced Sussex at Gloucester. Captain G Le Jessop scored 4 runs in two innings and made 2 in a later over as Gloucestershire strong-armed Sussex in the Friday evening cricket action.
Mr Robert Cunningham has appeared with success in the upper eyefe The Fierotte's Birthing at the New Theatre. He himself wrote the libretoy.
A London event titled Mr Musgrove's Company features a program of operatic and light music. The performance includes Misses Stella Guntely Wil Sop Erbroke Snagelle and director Clement Lochnane. The program highlights Prinafus groves light op ra company and an Australian connection.
London Friday evening bar silver stood at 23 14 per ounce standard. The quotation reflects market conditions as traders watch prices and global demand in the precious metals market.
London evening telegram notes a second diamond discovery at Lider Miz Bay in Angra Pequena near German South West Africa. Authorities confirm mining activity and potential rush risks as prospectors converge and local firms prepare drills and logistics.
A British subject and two others, seized abroad, are reported held for ransom in a case prompting renewed warnings to travelers in Morocco. Authorities had previously cautioned against paying ransoms to facilitate disclosures or rescue efforts.
London dispatch reports Sir F. Borden praises the Ross rifle for improving musketry and states plans to arm whels with the Ross rifles instead of the Lee-Enfield, if the Canadian militia adopts the new weapon.
James Martin aged 60 of Campbill jftteet Newiawa died suddenly after a tram incident on King Street Newton. He collapsed before reaching the footpath and died at Prince Alfred Hospital. body moved to Chowlar Quay. Mrs Emma Quirk of Roskert-street Mathurst died suddenly at home after a tram fall. coroner's inquest dispensed with as death was observed.
Fragments describe a feud over patterns and a permit wall with mentions of Mr C Magon and places Kingstrent and Gale, with unclear actions suggesting a legal or property dispute and a noted successful outcome in a local context.
A young woman died by her own hand in a lingering tragedy. The inquest heard details of her suffering and a suspected chemical exposure linked to the incident. Coroner Mrs Kinneer recorded a verdict of overdict, with testimony noting a struggle and self inflicted wound.
The report details a broad array of honors awarded in Britain and Australia, naming numerous peers, MPs, and officials. Included are figures such as Sir Aston Mas Daniel Tin, MP George White, and Lord Mauer Whinber, along with university relations, colonial administration, and various ceremonial appointments.
Fragmentary notice lists overseas mail routes from Sydney to Tasmania and New Zealand including Dunedin Hobart and Melbourne connections. It references GPO schedules, transit via Melbourne Melsourus Seth and Ti muraat with times around 10 pm and 4 pm, in a period telegraphic context.
The obituary recalls Canon Commins a long serving Anglican priest born May 17 1800 in Cambridgeshire. He studied at Cambridge and served in Birkenhead and Geelong before 1888. He held long parish assignments and was admired as a scholarly preacher. His retirement drew remarks on his influence across Bendigo Wangaratta Gippsland and other districts.
Auction sales listing typewriters and assorted gadgets as of the date shown. Entries mention machinery items and related products with minor vendor notes and unclear dates.
Fragmentary notice reports May 2 progress in mail service from London. Mentions Moldavia and a Wil Pinch Rewer in connection with Monday delivery, with timing tied to 6.10. unclear text.
A circulates an unverified tonic claiming to cure kidney ailments eye problems and bladder issues. It touts “irisilenD TM PHOSPERISE” and “PISHERE PHOSPHERINE” as miracle drugs with dubious claims of restoring eye health and general strength. The text warns against failing health and promotes dubious remedies as superior to medical care.
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