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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 06, 1908
Page
7
Fragmentary notes show edition timings and sections with numbers like 245 ppm 110 pm 45 pm and 480 ppm. Mentions Saturday first and second editions and early and late sport. No clear names or events to confirm.
Fragmentary notice presents names and events but is unclear. It references marriages and deaths with partial phrases and appears to be an ad or notice from a Grovery section, lacking coherent details or dates.
Announcement touts Rose's Celebrated Eye Remedy for sore eyes sold by H A Rose and Co. Open all night at their Georgssiveay Ardoaz location with posters claiming nationwide availability through chemists and stores. The garbled ad lists multiple nonspecific names and places, implying a broad sale by unnamed distributors and proprietors.
A two year effort led by Dr Danysz and laboratory assistant Mr Lample ends with curtain fall on attempts to find a crustic agent to destroy rabbits. Trials on Brovighton Island prove largely unproductive despite vast expenditure, revealing rabbits' enormous fecundity and vast habitats as major obstacles.
The piece argues for exploiting the rabbit plague for financial gain rather than futile eradication. It highlights Victoria's Sir Rupert Clarke who runs a estate factory purchasing rabbits from trappers, processing all parts for sale, with output directed to London.
The article notes British owners historically relied on chance for mercantile Marine training but now White Star Line plans a purpose built sailing ship to train cadets for command. It highlights Union Company of New Zealand purchasing the sailing ship Dartford to train cadets, signaling broader industry shift toward formal training and leadership development.
The piece mocks health scare fads by imagining a Hungarian doctor recommending long hours of standing at work to counter sedentary living. It satirizes public panic over food adulteration germ scares and urges British resilience in sport and daily routine, ending with a flippant note on lifestyle.
An American authority, possibly a misattributed source, asserts music affects hair growth. The piece cites Paderewski and other composers with notable heads, suggesting listening to music enhances scalp vitality. The claim remains unclear on authority and scientific basis.
A whimsical essay ponders links between baldness and music hearers and players. It questions if breath and public life affect hair, suggesting wind instrument players are prone to baldness while advocating restraint in public affairs. The piece jokes about politicians and facial hair.
The article notes that modern democracy mirrors ancient patterns, citing Caesar and Pericles who won favor through adulation and public spectacles. It argues politicians still use free shows and entertainments to curry support, suggesting a timeless tactic of promising popular amusements to gain popularity.
The Parramatta Council reviewed Department of Public Works plans for three dam sites on the Parramatta River within town bounds to impound water and relieve drainage issues. Costs range from £1200 to £160, with safety concerns for the Gasworks Bridge if proposals proceed. The committee will seek undertakings from affected residents before proceeding.
A Trades Hall meeting on Tuesday formed a committee to unite branches after a period of dispute. Marble Workers discuss employer notices for wage rises after the Arbitration Court deadline, with plans for a conference and amicable settlement. Tailors Union plans to register under the Industrial Disputes Bill to advance a wages board. Mr. S. B. Lattie of Wm. Lattiey and Company joins the head office board for Australia of the Ocean Accident.
London Tuesday evening reports the Licensing Bill gaining second reading by a 3 million majority, with 343 Liberals 1 Vathorite 3 Nationalists and 7 Unionists backing. The motion to proceed with the bill faced opposition led by Mr G Care Unionist and was rejected by 530 to 2. The House rejected amendments calling for temperance and equity changes while debate noted potential Lords resistance and future committee scrutiny.
A London suffragette disrupted a public meeting led by Mr Winston Churchill in Bunilee and blocked him from addressing workers. The protest demanded apology for remarks about the tulrakelies tied to the Perkham election.
A London report notes the Null Assembly proposing terms to admit indentured Indians to land, with a plan after June and a sketch of cow trading licenses to be issued to Indians before the current year ends.
London reports French municipal elections show defeats for the Cathetivnes and Recissists with only partial gains for Recisliets. Paris saw some re-elections but by smaller majorities.
London dispatch reports the Telegraph Center’s session in Lisbon ended with unexpected uproar and unsettled proceedings as officials closed the gathering. Strong language from attendees indicated deep divides over coverage and editorial control.
Mr Carruthers former Premier of New South Wales arrives in London with Sir Carruthers on Tuesday evening in the capital.
London dispatches say British troops under Major-General Willcocks attacked remnants of Afghan forces north of Lendi Kotal. The clash left several wounded including a private and a lieutenant, with tribesmen retreating toward Thuisit Pass amid reports of maize farming in the Basar Valley and threats to British control. The reports note British resolve to honor treaties and not cede territory as imperial troops move to quell unrest.
The Wolverhampton by election discussion centers on Conservative candidate Mr Amory and Liberal challenger Mr Thorn. Observers note education policy as a key issue and reference Sir Maury Fowler and the Times editor's stance amid wartime leadership debates.
At the Covered Courts Championship in London on a Tuesday evening, AW Gore and A H Wilde competed in the two levels tournament with Dy Fol and Boy Bell, Bo bc Wilding and Mise Baatiave Smith, defeating Rilchin and Mise Gronoe 3 0. Last year Wilding won the singles and Whaine and Miss Zasciske Salil won the mixed doubles.
English Sporting reports on Tumday Evnatag Derby with horses including Porsiop by Persiaimon Amphars at 10 to 1, Sir Archibald by Desmonnt Are Light at 10 to 1, De Roya Radia by Pax simmon Sana Bloat at 109 to 1, and Tours by Per Simmon Tours at 40 to 1. Ten horses to run two hour and gaineas at Newmarket for the Derby.
London market reports bar silver at 2 shillings threepence per ounce standard in Tuesday evening trading.
The Chantrey Trustees presented 1090 guineas each for the statues Diana and Ariadne by Mr. Bertram Markenat and Mr.Rapert Parker, now on display at the Royal Academy in London.
The Intercolonial Customs and Railway Conference opened at Pretoria with closer union of the colonies as the leading subject of discussion.
An ad offers fur tanning and making garments, claiming a large Aus fur collection museum and worldwide packing of purchases. It lists oblique, garbled contact details and addresses, with scattered references to Furs and curios.
Bank of Australasia closed at 101-7/8, up 1 on a fortnight, Bank of New South Wales at 434-474, down 1, Union Bank of Australia at 64 1/4, up 3 4%, Bank of New Zealand par lent guaranteed at 10, down 1. City of Melbourne 4% debentures at 200, down 3, Melbourne Tramway Trust 4% debentures at 104 1/4, up 6. Unaltered: National Bank of New Zealand 6.5% shares, New Zealand Loan and Mercantile Agency 4%, Melbourne Harbor Trust 4% debentures 101, Melbourne and Metropolitan Board of Works 4% debentures 101, Werschsen’s City Brewery 4% debentures 45 1/2.
A Victorian Supreme Court ruling warns against counterfeit extracts and urges use of genuine Sander and Bons Eucalypt Extract. It claims the product is safe and effective for skin issues like wrinkles, pimples, and freckles and promotes a clear, smooth complexion. Availability is listed through Chi Stores and wholesale agents in Australia.
An odd print advert touts a vast stock of watches jewellery silverware and optical goods at Saunders' shop. It promises quick service and impressive showroom offers with extensive stock and low prices, inviting readers to visit the establishment.
Fragmentary OCR describes a meet with men wearing tabrien styles and self-portrayal, noting Magon and King tailors in London fashion context. Mentions Parterae and male attire, possibly a Winter season feature in a local newspaper.
The Full Court delivers judgment on the Brighton case regarding navigational and passenger regulations under the Navigation Act. The decision addresses whether the certificate was issued properly and if penalties for offenses under the act were correctly applied, noting the lower court findings and opinions of Justices involved in the deliberation.
A morning robbery in a fasciated suburb led two men to an empty house where they ransacked rooms and fled with jewelry including a ring and chain valued around £10. Police report unclear location and suspects.
A report from River sing News quotes Captain Mirtiaom of the Nikko Maru describing tension during arrival in port. The Nikko Maru carried 40 Chinese passengers and a dispute arose over a Japanese boycott amid government considerations for naval action and private warship movement. The note characterizes the matter as largely commercial with government involvement.
The North Coast Company's steamer, which ran aground while attempting to close the bar at Bellinger, has been located again after the gale. The vessel grounded off the north site at the channel Tuesday morning and was found last night.
Jessie Cameron daughter of Archibald Cameron of Coleraine Victoria faced a startled snake on a paddock path. She dismounted and struck the reptile with a stick as it coiled. the blow failed to kill it at first, but the snake then moved away and she knocked it again, ending the encounter.
The notice lists an upcoming sale at 1478 Pike Street with bidders and details for auction of advertised goods. It outlines terms and the location for participants to attend and place bids.
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