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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 02, 1908
Page
2
Witnesses described the Good Friday collision near Murrurundi, detailing signal lever manipulation, back light placement, and train routing rules. Testimony cited faulty wiring, obstruction on the line, and inconsistent signal responses, with officials noting evidence will guide the inquiry's next steps.
The Somnnitist proposed the New South Wales Rugby League fence part of Redfern Park including the oval to improve it and share gate takings. Conditions required proportional share for council funds, use of the oval for 18 months, no complimentary tickets, and gate checks. Aldermen Deakin opposed. Howe called the park a disgrace. The report was adopted.
At Sydney Labor Council meeting, concern on widespread sweating among municipal and government clerks. Harold Nelson moved for a deputation to seek ministerial intervention with the wages for Duscorshire clerk at £6 a year, noting low offers elsewhere. The motion passed after Duncan seconded.
The Armidale School Old Boys met in Mr A W Hyman s rooms at Australas Chambers Martin Place on August 22 with fair attendance. The annual report was read and adopted showing a substantial balance of £16 7d excluding life members subscriptions. Elections elected Reynette President W Fisher vice presidents Hyman and others as officers and committee. Thanks were extended to retiring officers and Mr A W Hyman for use of his rooms. The association agreed to write letters of thanks to retiring officers.
The Sydney Parliamentary Debating Society debated against St James Young Men's Debating Society on Wednesday evening with Bird leading the third committee. Crown chaired the adjudication and 40 voted in favor of the Debating Society, while the morning session read a second time on graduated land reform. Gordon tasked with forming a new ministry.
Sir H B Windeld outlines the full-back’s crucial role in Welsh rugby, emphasizing teamwork alongside individual judgment. He details kicking and catching techniques, fielding, tackling tactics, positioning, and the need for calm, calculation, and adaptability to counter opponents and protect the line.
An English international writer previews forward play focusing on the full-back role, tackling, passing options, and fitness drills. The piece praises W. J. Baster, Go mothisk, and other great backs while noting tactical mistakes in a Wales test and hinting at further analysis in next Saturday’s feature.
A Stay dated report describes a severe bank run at the Surioge Bank on Monday May 11 with a crowd of about 100 depositors. The bank remained open two hours to process withdrawals, paying out over £11000, while rumors blamed the governor and questioned securities. Trustees plan to enforce requisitions to prevent further withdrawals as depositors rush to cash.
In East Maitland Court of Petitions Judge Chambery was urged to remove West Maitland alderman James Bernard Rooney for unpaid rates. The court granted the application under the Local Government Act and set return on March 24. Rooney, an East Maitland alderman, faced similar ouster actions that were dismissed.
Laborer Robert Hawkins, 39, appeared under warrant charged with assaulting his mother Marina Forrestier at Balmaie. The magistrate ordered him kept at large for a month and to enter into sureties of 10 pounds. He was remanded in custody for two months.
Crown Studios notes strained supplies as advisers warn the railway needs 790100 for rolling stock. Officials recount rising engine shortages and a surge in demand, with 109 locomotives ordered and trucks scarce. Trade managers push for preemptive stock moves to avert a transport crisis.
The inspector general of police will visit police stations in the Broken Buldlecrel district on Saturday next. Mr Garvin will travel to Adelaide by steamer Rivera, proceed to Melbourne, and inspect police caravals along the route. Superintendent Walker will act as stand-in during his absence.
An old advertisement from Armidale promotes a cure for chest complaints and lung troubles. It cites a “Kenp Boilly” and mentions peppermint oil and other preparations as remedies. The text is fragmented but presents a medicinal claim and pricing glimpses in a historic sale note.
Lismore reports sketch a request for Richmond River entrance improvement and riverbank works. Government action urged to prevent riverbank erosion and property damage, with a 200 pound estimate to clear Tintenbar Creek.
Edward William Turner faced police court after an altercation during the painters strike. He was accused of insulting workers to provoke a breach of peace while employed near Gloucester Street and Princess Street areas. Turner was escorted by Constable Maher and remanded for further proceedings as witnesses testified.
An old health note references Laxo-Tonic filling a durative and two tonic doses in 1946. It also notes that colds cause headache and states quinine removes the breed in a terse, nonspecific advisory style.
A late 19th or early 20th century feature outlines events and topics for a Woman's Budget Week. It mentions lectures on fashion wear, baby care, and domestic topics, with hints of contests and prize distributions. The text lists program items and speakers and references a broad range of household interests.
A limited sale event at the Town Mall in Auburn offers a selection of hospital furnishings and related items. The listing mentions a variety of domestic goods and hardware accessories, with several unspecified products highlighted as useful for hospital settings. Proceeds or details are not clearly stated in the readable text.
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