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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 14, 1908
Page
15
The text discusses soul travel during sleep, noting how spirits wander from sleeping bodies across lands and skies. It explains how awakenings hinder return, leading to a dangerous state, and how witch doctors or Papuan sorcerers claim to restore the soul for pay. It contrasts religiously framed bloodshed with spiritual practices.
Notes condemn the Railway Department for a near disaster caused by mishandled carriages and engine coupling. It recalls the Glanca accident during the Johannesburg exodus and Jamaica Raid era, urging adoption of safer marshaling methods to prevent repeats. The piece argues information should come from experts, not rough handling.
In memory of Tarrye, Hale, Jim, Maruka, and other loved ones. Remembrances from spouses, children, and siblings note dates such as March 14 and March 1. Messages express enduring affection, grieving families, and lost connections across Alexandria and Stockton.
A meeting will be held in Inmen Fall on Thursday next to form a choir for the production of songs, madrigals, solos, and chamber music. The society seeks to perfect part singing and practice class music as outlined by the committee.
An Administrator of Papua report excerpts a case of native sorcery in Port Morey area. The elderly “haiter” was slain to provide blood for a ceremony, then natives tried to revive him with sorcery. The piece compares JuJu to Papua sorcery, noting the sorcerer as healer and meteorologist, and discusses belief in spirits in trees and rocks.
The Strand Site report notes Lord Ei rrtting in the Westminster Gazette that Mr Willem Lyne, Commonwealth Treasurer, was promised a Parnewlét site in the Sirana for the Gammonwealth OMcen at £182 per foot. The London County Council delay led to negotiations with other applicants after Lyne conferred with his government.
London reports that Mula Hard the Moroccan Pretender faces French hostility as his troops are attacked. If he ends holy war plans and honors the Algeciras agreement for BororeG, he may be spared. Hatta and Abdul Avis figures are noted in succession struggles with Sultanate authorities and regional tribes.
London reporters say the New South Wales loan of three million pounds at 3 percent interest has been underwritten. Debentures maturing in July will be exchanged for annual stock. About half the amount will be used to meet July maturities as the loan extends over more than sixteen years in the London market.
A critical cable suggests President Roosevelt may see Castro as nearing punishment for arrogance and brutality. Castro, once a Venesuela grazier, seized power amid revolts, defied Great Powers, and killed subjects while seizing their property. US papers condemn Castro using Venezuela as a tool while shielding his misdeeds under Monroe Doctrine rhetoric.
London report says Evelyn Thaw, widow of the condemned husband, will be granted a ten thousand pound yearly annuity by the Thaw family. The claim circulates as a likely arrangement amid ongoing financial discussions and public interest.
Lord Armstrong's estate is declared insolvent with liabilities of 650000 pounds and assets of 147000 pounds. The late magnate, once linked to a major steel works and a long-time director, inherited about two million pounds over two years ago.
London Friday evening report notes Mr J G Jenkins, Agent General in London for South Australia, consenting to extend his tenure for another year from mid July. The move aims to support Mrs Jenkins in London during the Franco-British Exhibition and the Rauch Australiag loan conversion due in January.
London report from Finlay Beentng states a South African barrister who defended Zuluchist argues Australia and New Zealand governments would not have backed Natal’s pressure on the Downing arrest policy last September if they foresaw the suffering inflicted on the Zulus.
A colonial-era advertisement notes TWO SOVEREIGN REMEDIES and SA N DEE AND SONS' SKIN PRODUCTS claiming absolute efficacy. It warns against rival oilsDriracta and other extracts tied to a recent death while promoting SANDEE AND SONS' SUPERBA SKIN Foon and a whitening cream for wrinkles and pimples. The item also mentions ship movements and druggists in Melbourne and Sydney.
In London Prigay Hrening the company H Devos Limited is to be wound up after all subscribed capital is exhausted leaving only about £300 of realizable assets. G H Druns, aged, is noted in relation to the winding up process.
The Lusitania reportedly logged a remarkable speed, with rumors of 627 knots in four hours, as London observers claim an extraordinary record for the liner.
London reports the death of actor J. S. Hows, once famed for visits to Australia and a prominent figure in theater circles. Pridey Roesing notes a public acknowledgment of his contributions to stage and film, with condolences stemming from colleagues and fans.
Labor tensions erupt as wharf workers union pushes a bargaining proposal fearing coastwise ships may be used to pressure men to return to work. Conference delegates discuss pressuring Interstate and coastal companies while ships pivot routes and cargo remains in flux. Potential carrier walkouts loom as merchants complain of limited labor and rising disruption.
The following vessels arrived at Sydney this morning Moresby 1763 tons Captain Bayldon from Solomon Islands Burns Philp and Company Keens Bure 2229 tons Captain M Ellan from Newcastle Burns Philp and Company Hunter 1480 tons Captain Warne from Newcastle Newcastle and HSA Company Agents The Schwaben for Brisbane Croyden for Newcastle Cavanbe for Byron Bay left Sydney this morning The steamers due Monday Teddo from San Francisco via ports Clan MacMillan from New York via ports Whakarai from London via Melbourne Asturias from Brisbane Gabo from Brisbane Wyandra from Cooktown via Port Perth from Stanley Kadina from Adelaide
Narrabri Saturday report notes a two month period of ruin risk, leading to fodder abundance. Farmers conserve by making bust bays. Fodder stands two feet high at back stations, stock fattening. Impact of rain failure (Intell Fail) delayed ploughing as ground warms.
A chaotic OCR fragment references strikes and a person named Caderwood, with unclear local details. The readable bits imply ongoing labor actions and a political or organizational stance, but concrete facts are inaccessible from the text.
A fair crowd witnessed J A Pannen arrive at Generel fort Omer then depart for Majhourse Me. The event includes a schedule with multiple leg stops and times, mentioning Wernon-Lewte System and various towns. The report notes planned departures on Sunday and Monday, with names like Bondar and Berio among listed routes and arrivals at Gansalles. The piece also alludes to an attempted avenge at mile marks and references an earlier completed ride last September.
At Menara Jemeé Angry and Sunestints confront Vineyard decline as New South Wales wine sector plans to modernize. Officials, including Mr Parry and central- veed experts, press for state support, improved processing, and expanded markets to revitalize production. Over 10 acres of vines and 100,000 bottles sampled fuel calls for policy backing and industry modernization.
A newly formed hotel property owners association met Friday night at a 148 room Georgia venue. Officers elected include President We. Frater, vice presidents Mesere and W. Spe von, and treasurer Mr Lu King. An executive committee and supplementary members were named to represent Seamor Hon and other bodies. plans include future meetings and a two year residence clause for delegates. A Sydney delegation from RMLS will attend, and a Bombay Postmaster General noted English cable lines degraded, with a lecture to follow tomorrow.
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