This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 15 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 29, 1908
Page
3
Sydney market notes erratic activity with scattered prices and traders. Entries mention buyers and sellers amid unclear commodities and timing, reflecting routine vendor listings and market chatter without clear outcomes or totals.
A fragmented report from the Sy'nteaten track meet lists Qemerys Writ and Cromer among competitors with teammates and venues named. The text mentions Brailes, Dewmconaie, Wilclare, and various sponsors and suppliers, reflecting a dense, adlike roster of clubs and individuals. The scant readable items reference dates, rail lines, and regional firms, forming a broad but unclear context.
Portland residents warned about celluloid hair combs after a fire incident injuring Mrs. N. T. Cowies. Comb insulation and near flame caused ignition, leading to burns and smoke injuries as witnesses described the event and emergency response.
Weather reports from Commacvirah, Goulburn, Sunny Corner, Walcha and surrounding areas describe heavy snowfalls, frost, and thawing conditions. Observations cover fogs, rain, frozen ground, and impacts on farms, schools, and transport with notes on ploughing prospects and crop planning.
A fragmentary report notes how the Bellinger River bar is dangerous this morning. A steamer named Rose Dale 2a ferried two schooners aground while Our Jack and the gohpoint Australia drifted off port Geedte osvier. The Rexerle schooner also ran aground near the Nembacws River.
The residence of Mr. W. Cortine on Kenstaxon road Summer Hill Wes was entered Saturday evening during inmates absence and several jewelry items including two brooches a scarf pin a gold ring and a ladies watch were stolen. Police believe an entrance was effected by a skeleton key.
Tram travellers reported Botany and La Perouse line disruption this morning due to temporary work at the Power House. Officials said the reduced electric cars required the normal tram service to be curtailed, causing officials to prevent the usual tram flow.
The Postmaster General directs that Mr J J Janes of Grafton be fined 200 in respect of judgment expenses incurred by him in a conversion related to injuries sustained in the performance of his duties as a gutter worker for a team.
Reading the tours of Mr Farnell, chair of the NSW Fisheries Board, delegates study coast conditions to judge settlement sites for fishing industry growth. The report notes potential for a national fisheries program, expansion of canning and processing, and coastal communities benefiting from mechanized fishing and distribution across Australia.
Readers are urged to consider Aural Kinetics after letters from Rev. O P Foster and Rev. Henry Gainsford praise its cure claims. The EARS COPE INSTITUTE advertises free full details at 50 Pilt-akreet Capk, with contact in Sydney.
The governor seeks to appoint and empower a military board to preside over court martial proceedings. The board will delegate to district courts martial and ceremonial panels, with the adjutant general signing all orders and documents on behalf of the government. The action covers all power and authority to conduct trials and issue sentences under military law.
A confusing Portland report describes a cyclist collision with a pedestrian near Montag-atre. The article notes a late evening incident, authorities and a doctor arriving, and the victim being found later. details remain unclear due to damaged text.
Fragmentary account describes a procession through snow on Warthe Street with riders struggling through drifts. The report notes week weather and a 42 Lancer marker, but many details are unclear due to the damaged text.
The report details ore received at Last Chance gold mine near Blayney, with mine workings at Mount Donald and Eureka properties. It notes crushing yields, worker wages, and evolving ore values, including copper prospects and reef work. Observations cover ore shipments, tailings yields, and ongoing development across multiple claims and contractors.
The Miming Court heard a case before Sargia regarding the Commonwealth Government Company. A witness described a firing rate and costs, with rates per ton and total estimated expenses, in relation to an incident at Lady Teaston Steer.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.