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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 18, 1908
Page
8
An old notice markets Wood and Company as straightforward and honest in dealings. It mentions Charles Kinse la as director, names branches in various suburbs, and touts long establishment, best work, reform prices, and office locations in Oxford, Biruchen, and City, urging public confidence in services.
A collection of letters and notes from H Beale and A O Hale, Sydney Ringle Tax League, and Mrs. Dickey, discussing social questions, land value, single tax, and labor party criticisms. Included are comments on railway safety, Belgian gun making, and the North Shore railway line issues, with remarks from Mr Hugh Duff and others.
Monty Brewster sails again to Sydney with his yacht and rakes in vast sums while audiences flock to the Theatre Royal to witness his lavish show. At Criterion Theatre the revival of Her Love Against the World thrills, and Tivoli features the Artois Brothers and famed performers in a cutting edge bill. Sydney audiences fill venues from town halls to skating rinks for variety, comedy, and music, with future matinees and upcoming bouts.
The National Amphitheatre hosted a crowded program featuring La Polite Zilla, Dorit M'Cauley, and Thy Fea performers with lively acts and comedic sketches. Musical numbers included a recital by Mise Fiorante A Everett and performances by Professor Davy's Royal Marionettes, with guests Will Fireoy and others. A Saturday lineup promised further attractions such as the Australian Dertoe and Little Tih, while audience members praised the diverse entertainment.
The Governor-General Lady Northrole and the State Governor attended a decorated curtain event. Mr Owen Clark presented a series of new huslous acts ending with Maskelyne's trick. Barcaly Gammon faced a hint of trouble. the latest variety show included Mrs Dartodit Downeys Svqnce and humor. Jupee will be on Wednesday.
In a rundown of maritime mail routes a Sydney to Hobart service via Zealandia and Hawke Bay is scheduled for morning departures with connections through Adelaide Fremantle and Melbourne. The notices list destinations including Manning River and various Tasmanian coast ports with times around 4 pm and 5 pm, detailing routes to Europe India Mauritius and Australian regional points with ship connections and land legs.
A garbled OCR note describes endurance attempts and rivalries between figures named Grins Burrow and Ovinchy. It mentions Sydney references, lengthy time aims, and promotional products like peppermint cane and cough syrup, all amid fragmented citations of events and stores.
A fragmented report describes postage stamps purchased and bags searched. Names or places are unclear due to damaged OCR, but references to routes, trains, and searches hint at a transport related incident and the recovery or loss of items. No clear dates or outcomes emerge from the legible text.
Auction notice for reading of 16 moran instruments and iron frames. Terms, prices, and cash or credit options offered. Open Saturday with large stock, no advance payments required. Uplifted by various brand names and vendors. details include dates, locations, and contact references.
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