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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 28, 1906
Page
5
A chaotic court record describes charges of conspiracy against several individuals amid a maze of names and alleged roles. The detailed narrative mentions Rochester arrest, references to White and allies, and various accusations and procedural steps within a criminal case from an unclear jurisdiction.
In a Melbourne minutes section Lainie Prieris Higdon and John Lane Mullins acting for St Joseph's Investment and Building Society sought to eject Bridget Site from 19 Ketilekstradt Waterloo. A constable found Mary Gray dead in Carlton with her husband asleep beside her. Tom Mann led a Melbourne unemployed demonstration as a crowd carried placards with Freedom Liberty and Justice.
Emily Jordan formerly Nayy sued for divorce from jockey William Harold Jordan on drunkenness and non support. The afternoon hearing adjourned to police sergeant at Albury. Affidavit evidence presented, respondents alleged intoxication during arrest. Judge ruled against the respondent with a cautious ruling in the end.
Weather bulletin notes cold conditions across Katoomba Narambat and Qupanbayan with a strong westerly wind and possible snow as fronts move through. Reports from the back country describe extreme conditions, low visibility, and travelers held up as storms and winds persist.
In Central Police Court today William Sylvester Roberis challenged the amount of maintenance awarded to his wife. The defendant questioned weekly earnings and variations in the minor's money support. Roberts claimed a daily wage and argued for a higher weekly average and longer term support. The magistrate heard the testimony and adjourned for further details.
Fragmentary report of a bankruptcy court proceeding listing creditors and official assignees. Names include Henry Francis Davis and W. J. Palmer with multiple firms and locations such as York-ston Spifier Lazarus Rosenfeld, Clarence-street Silmeg David Storey. A hearing date of July 4 is referenced amidst tangled OCR text.
A Shangligi Mercury correspondent reports a German steamer Sawanhi arriving from Wiedromack and a large Russian petroleum carrier near Asko Island, April 2. The Russian ship struck a mine, with many believed lost and only portions of her hull remaining above water.
An old advertisement touts Peps as a universal remedy for croup bronchitis and whooping cough. It claims disinfection of mouth and airways, relief from irritation, and prevention of spread within households. It urges children to use Peps, priced one shilling sixpence per box, available from The Peps Paste Co. Sydney.
Messrs Weaver Percy with Dalgety and Company held a satisfactory sale of Romney Marsh Lincoln Border and Evilah leigestor rams and ewes from New Zealand at Muller's Point wool stores. About 400 head sold with strong demand showing lively trading and notable values across breeds.
Report covers forthcoming horse races at Rosebery Park and Warwick with schedules, entries, and officials. Mentions notable horses and riders, including Minro Mature and The Cranbrook horse Taiwan, and notes special trains to Warwick for the events. Also references local venues such as Ware and Kensington and a 20M fare for the special train.
In Paddington Magistrates Court Je Modtypiane faces special charges of breaking into unoccupied homes at 72 Mark Road and other addresses to steal items including a tram value, with several men charged as aiding defendants. The case involves coercion and warnings to labourers, with potential fines or imprisonment as options.
Court heard a maritime dispute involving the Harbour trial with Harbour rial Couns and Stephen Waismated. The case centered on alleged berthing dues and sought refunds, with Mr Justice Pring presiding and a Crown action to determine the refund and verdict terms.
A resident reports blasting damage near Iron's Quarry in Annandale. A council appeal urged halting blasts to prevent further harm. Alderman Mitchall proposed compensation and action to abate the nuisance, with support to assist Mr. Lever in relief.
Mr Cook argued Victorian Protectionist papers tout State prosperity while the Anti-Trust Bill aims to shield legal industries from being crushed. A £260 government reward plus offers from Mr Hardy and United Insurance Sydney seek info on a February 26 fire damaging Carinda premises owned by Mr W S Hurdy including a hall, butcher shop, stables, cordial factory, and boats.
An auction at Redfern featured a range of produce with notable bidding on salt and other goods. Prices and specific lots were read aloud while crowds watched as items moved through the sale.
OCR reads like a scrambled list of names places and terms with several likely proper nouns. It references individuals, organizations, and locations in a jumbled sequence, lacking coherent events or clear narrative structure.
A damaged report outlines an incident labeled the Electra Energy Collision. It mentions defendants connected to an electric club and a court case with figures including 916 and 2700, noting ownerships and penalties.
A garbled page records a sale and public notices including terms of sale in pounds, duties and auction details. It mentions the Heys Pastures Protection Board, a Katoomba Benevolent Society meeting, and lists officers and committee members in a period community notice.
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