Peaceful Pacific Vision From Admiral Evans Remarks
Rear Admiral Evans, near relinquishing command of the Atlantic Squadron, offered views on the Pacific cruise. He said the voyage showcased US naval reach, highlighted a Pacific Coast, and stressed readiness to deter war with a navy equipped and prepared for future commercial expansion in the Far East.
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Evans
United States Atlantic
Pacific
Ree
Jnst
Atlantic
New York
Mumpp
Mansies
Theo
United States
Far East
Harrimes
Mary Faly
Pactfcas
Arabian Nights scene proposed for Sydney harbor illumination
Alderman E W O Sullivan discussed lighting Burney during the American Fleet visit on August 1. He recalled Christmas Eve displays by Moeman residents lighting ships and bay houses from Fort Bac to Watsons Bay and Blue's to North Head, suggesting harbor illuminations on ferries and ships could rival the Arabian Nights and leave a lasting impression on the Americans at a small cost.
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E. W. O'Sullivan
Burney
Eve O'Sullivan
Moeman
Misa O
Proposed Big Athletic Meeting In Sydney Harbour Ambitions
Mr W B Alexander secretary of the New South Wales Amateur Athletic Association asked for a large athletic meeting during the American Meet in Sydney. He urged entertainment for visiting ships and proposed events including handicaps and a 30 international Tug of War with a barship in Sydney Harbour. The council endorsed the plan and noted the Sydney Cricket Ground as a venue free of charge with hopes the event would be arranged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. B. Alexander
N.g W. ‘Amateur Athletic Association
Sydney
Associattion
Aleainder
St George Election Sees Mr Taylor Returnled Victory
The St George election returns Liberal nominee Mr W Taylor with 400 votes and Labor opponent Mr Holt 339. The tally surpassed expectations and Alderman C H Halotead announced results from Kogarah School. Taylor thanks directors and vows to serve St George while sailing to Melbourne for duties. Holtbeck also thanks supporters.
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W. Taylor
Tate
Vening News
St George
Taylor
Afr. Holt
Bla Credit
C. H. Halotead
Kogarah Seraol
Ah-Paat
Holt
Coun
Aractitte
Bellerte Wmhoa Og Reney
Come
Rogerah
Mortdaly
Hunter's Hill Rate Decision by Council on Capital Values
The Hunter's Hill Council has fixed a rate of 24 in the pound on unimproved capital, plus an additional general rate of one farthing in the pound on improved capital values, and has formally applied for them under schedule 111 of the Land Tax Act. The action affects the municipality and follows tax law provisions.
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Hunter's Hinl
The Ranks of Labor Threaten to Strike
A meeting of the Plate Sheet and Ornamental Class Workers Union met at Trades Hall led by President G Turmer to press for a standard wage rate. The secretary J Morris said employers ignored requests for a conference. A special meeting was set for next Wednesday to decide on strike action if no progress. Highest weekly wage for first class workers noted at £228. Tailors Union also discussed wages and conditions with plans for a conference if employers refuse to adopt the report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G.turmer
J. Morris
Sally
Urst‘lasselsziers
Tailors’ Union
J. B. Crombie
Ladies’ Tailors’ Union
Mtowan
Auch Com
Obacco
Tobacco Operatives' Union
Trades Hall
Aiden
Tobacco Workers’ Union
F. Irwin
Painters’ Union
Appais
EW. Outler
J. W. Doyle
Fruit transit reform aims for better NSW Sydney carriage
Growers and fruit agents press for improved methods of transit and handling of perishable produce between Tasmania and Sydney. A Sydney Fruit Merchants Association delegation will urge government and steamship companies to expand facilities at Russell Street Wharf and appoint steamers dedicated to Tasmanian fruit shipments to reduce delays and losses.
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Sydney
New Sout Wales
H. J. Roberds
Fruit Merchants Association of Sydney
Evening News
Russell Street
Tasmania
Tritt
Tasmanian Porta
The Shires Administration and Local Government Act Debate
An aged report on Shires Conference commentary critiques the Local Government Act. It notes independent action, calls for amendments to make the act workable, and questions Parliament's failure to pass an amending measure. It covers government aid proposals, road control transfers, and the required shire engineer certification under section 129.
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Shirow
Ubires Ape
Om Campeton
Bertion
Greer Trevdom
Abr
Wade
Rgbt Bay
Union meetings discuss leadership changes and labor actions
A large Trades Hall gathering saw the resignation of I Stuart Robertson as United Clerks' Union president, with C Carmichael elected in his place. Debates covered unification, overtime at the Sydney General Post Office, and potential amalgamation of Tobacco Operatives with the Tobacco Workers Union. Discussions also addressed Painters' Union concerns, a road to employment, and public revenue issues.
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United Clerks
United Clerks’ Uniog
Tradee Hall
I. Stuart Robertom
M.L.A
C. Carmichael
Robertson
Unification League
Sydney
Industrial Disputes Bill Debate Held by Sydney Labor Council
A special Sydney Trades and Labor Council meeting convenes at Trades Hall tonight to discuss the council’s stance on the Industrial Disputes Bill. The council seeks clarity after backing a move to ignore the bill, with Labor Congress amendments pending a decision on unity or freer union action pending Parliament’s final handling.
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Sydney
Enuel
Crades
Bil
Knocked Down by a Sulky in Randwick Incident
Alron Kingsland, a well known sports ground attendant at the Agricultural Ground, resides on Carrington Road Randwick. He was struck near his home by a sulky driven by Evang Cher of Charing Cross, Waverley, suffering a compound fracture of the right arm. Taken to St Vincent's Hospital he was later sent home but had to return to hospital under Waverley police this morning.
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Alron Kingsland
Carrington Road
Randwick
Evang
Charing ‘Cross
Waverley
St. Vincent's Hospital
Maher
Kingsland
Ion
Disbarment and Crime Notes From Australian Court and Sailors Death
The Pall Court disbarred a solicitor, with details about Arkibe admitted as Barrister in 1899 and Randwick School Board appointment. A Woolloomooloo steamer passenger reported a ransacked cabin and loss of cash after a Wednesday return. Legal actions include acts against Misere, Bar clay and Company for recovery and damages claims. Captain Thomas Pullip of the Agnes Owwall dies at about 40. he was known in Sydney and on sailing routes to Korea and America.
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Pall Court
Homes
Arkins
Arkibe
David Btorey
Randwick
Donald Nesbitt
Winkeld
Cowper Wharf
Woolloomooloo
London
Misere, Barclay and Company, Limited
Lalu and Beas. Limited
Agnes Oseald
Koreas
Wales
America
Final Country Law Regulation on Municipal Expenditure
The text discusses rules for authorising expenditure, requiring actual funds to be available at the moment of payment and limiting approvals to the end of the financial year or retirement day. It argues against premature or speculative spending and notes that authorisations may be revoked, with emphasis on maintaining strict financial controls.
Robbery in Oxford Street Leads to Fatality at Shop
A robbery at a Liverpool area shop on Oxford Street ended in a fatality. Police investigated. an examiner found no further immediate suspects among staff or witnesses. Workers cooperated as the scene was secured and evidence collected for the inquiry.
Hospital wardsman poisoned in Sydney death mystery
George Thompson, a hospital wardsman at Sydney Hospital on Macquarie Street, died after two days of illness following a morning start. He had been found semi-conscious later that day amid suspicions of poisoning. Authorities collected evidence and await coroner's inquiry into the death.
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George Thompson
Sydney Hospital
Munrie
Randwick Training Notes and Race Day Roundup
Training notes describe horses working on the track with multiple names such as Achillean and Antonina, highlighting canters, rounds on sand, and sprint efforts. Trainers and riders are credited for pacing and technique during workouts at Randwick. A separate note lists persons charged at Canon Police Station over a pony and sulky incident linked to Patrik Mikayrny, with details of the alleged offense and arrest.
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Grorge Coping
Seaman
Canon Police
Patrik
Micayrny
Niblauwo
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