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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 04, 1908
Page
9
Fragmentary OCR text lists page sections and edition notes about sports and fiction. Mentions include first and second editions, daily publication days, and timings but provides no coherent event or individuals.
The brief issue dated November 4 1908 presents local notices and evolving stories from city life. Readers find short items on community events, upcoming meetings, and small personal notices shaping the town’s daily rhythm.
Industrial tension rises as combined unions threaten violence if mineowners do not meet demands. Police are sent to the scene while a Parliamentary Labor Party member assails government neutrality, accusing agitators of virtuous indignation amid delicate negotiations and violent rhetoric.
The article reviews labor strife at Broken Hill and broader state politics. It criticizes Labor Party hesitation, notes Mr Geltith’s resignation and Tom Mann’s influence, and contemplates the risk of wider industrial conflict while praising the government's firm stance and police oversight. It warns unions away from siding with disruptive actions and cautions against triggering nationwide hardship.
A damaged OCR fragment discusses railway regulations and a porter explaining the rules to a traveler with cats and birds. It mentions parrots and insects and hints at another similar lament or line about maternal sorrow, but the text is distorted and largely unreadable.
Local French authorities push administrative steps to curb phylloxera by spraying vineyards. Snail farming expands as demand grows, but poisons harming pests also threaten snails. Paris consumes 800000 kilos last year, while small farms claim multi mille outputs.
The article recounts remnants of French and Portuguese influence in India, noting Chandernagars as a small French foothold near Calcutta and Goa as Portugal's early Indian possession. It highlights the long imperial rivalry between Britain and France, the weak postcolonial footprint of both, and the lingering memories of colonial rulers visible in place names and people.
Sir William Lyne argues NSW spends too generously on old age pensions compared with Victoria. He notes 40 percent of NSW over 65 receive pensions versus about 1 in Victoria, raising questions of fairness and alignment between schemes. A federal intervention debate follows about adjusting scales and potential political costs.
Mr H J Carter criticizes narrow views on female education. He cites a mother who told a school she needs less book learning for her daughter as preparation for entering society. The piece argues that education should fit a pupil for practical work and social aims, noting marriage as a major factor shaping female education choices.
The inquest into the death of Walter Jay, governor of Heat Maitland Gaol, heard evidence on malfunctions after warder removals. Witnesses described tensions and stress from staff shortages, and jurors noted confusion and delays while a verdict is expected.
London reports crowd reactions near the Skupstina before today’s extraordinary session. Serbia denies bellicose aims while mobilizing along the Danube and Save. Russia and Britain seek pacific mediation as Serbian public opinion grows warlike.
English municipal elections in London and across England and Wales proceeded with general contest. Voters turned out in many wards as campaigns centered on local services, housing, and taxation, with results indicating shifts in control of several town councils and mayoral posts.
London dispatch reports Chief Secretary for Ireland Mr. A. Siread warned Irish newspapers about publishing intimidatory resolutions adopted at the recent meeting of the United Irish Lease. The warning emphasizes restraint amid unsettled conditions in Ireland.
London reports from Shanghai say 10,000 Lamad in Tibet have repelled and defeated the Chinese. The Dalai Lama, now at Peki, is urged by the Chinese to return. China asserts suzerainty over Tibet with officials in Lhasa, Shigatse, and Dingri, and a permanent force of about 4600 troops under Chinese command.
In London on Tuesday evening the Archbishop of Melbomt and other church leaders discussed the Society of St Willebord aimed at promoting intercommunion between Old Catholics and the Church of England. The Archbishop of Utrecht is named as patron, with Roman Catholic critics noted for their past opposition to such efforts.
A thief dubbed the hotel barber broke into rooms at Darlinghurst Bayswaters road and stole watches rings and jewelry from Miss Moteson and Miss Payton while they were away. Other homes including Mrs Craler at Five Dock were entered with jewellery and cash worth about £10 taken after breaking window to gain access.
Sir Everard Im Thurs, Mek Commissioner to the West Pacific, traveled as an eight passenger aboard the Walon Compass steamer Atua to Sydney and then to the Australia Hotel. He plans to return to England in months’ holiday travel, leaving Sydney on Saturday by RMS liner. He declined interview, noting Australians and Fiji residents share knowledge on affairs. Newspapers were sent by each mail, Australian papers required there. He said efforts were being made.
A garbled report describes alleged gas meter thefts investigated by Water Police Court. Individuals including Serna, Hever George Darke, and others faced proceedings over stealing water meters and related items from the Masty Gas Company. The text recounts attempts to identify culprits, interactions with witnesses, and references to payments and company statements, with numerous obscured or fragmented details.
Conservative and Ua Ista supporters secured large wins across many towns including Liverpool Manchester Devonport Crane Nottingham Carlisle Burn Leeds and others. The Liberal opposition faced heavy losses while Socialists and Independents gained modest ground in several contests. The piece also discusses Old Catholic Church history and references Vatican era schisms impacting church alignment.
A cautious report notes troops massed at the barracks in Constantinople to prevent further outbreaks as mutineers are overawed. Other guns are likewise deployed as a precaution against further trouble in the Bosphorus region.
London dispatch notes Admiralty experts backing a 45m submarine depot project to bolster North Sea defense. Details emphasize strategic deployment and potential for expanded fleet support in the region.
Bank of New South Wales Cedar sight age and National Bank of New Zealand drop about 4 percent on today’s London Stock Exchange session. Bank of New Zealand 4 per cent guaranteed stock clears at 100 ex div, City of Melbourne 4 per cent debentures at 100 ex div, with other listed Australasian securities showing mixed prices and yields.
Fragmented OCR mentions a merchant at 223 Einget offering shipmest of 4 dollars and belt measures. Readable parts suggest a sale or tailoring promo, but specifics are unclear. entities include Merchant Taller and address 223 Einget.
London reports Russian troop inspections near Austria and Germany. Servia proposes shifting its frontier westward to follow the Drina River to the Rosteneusin boundary. A Russian note on a conference plan reaches Petersburg amid skepticism on annexations and talks led by the Austrian foreign minister.
The silver market showed another decline in London trading with prices quoted around 1s 1d per ounce in a standard rate. The report notes continued downward pressure on silver as investors adjust positions amid cautious sentiment.
A garbled dispatch from London notes American political figures including Bryan and Ridder. It mentions labor party links, tariff policy, and elector ballots amid unclear references to Irish voters favoring the Democratic candidate. The fragment lacks coherent details or a clear outcome.
London reports Indian jubilee celebrations with 10,000 fed for the poor in Madras and loyal addresses. mentions widespread commemorations across India. Also contains an advertisement praising Sander and Sons eucalyptus extract and Peak’s Mosquito Lotion, warning against inferior products and noting court cautions.
A fragmented 19th century style sale notice promotes shopping by mail with showroom access and same prices for local patrons. It promises free forward carriage on many goods, excluding clocks and chinaware, and asks readers to request a free illustrated catalogue. Address and contact hints appear in Australasia.
Eight Hours Art Union prize results announced with details of the 1st prize, 9 diamond jewellery worth £10 second prize awarded to Mrs. H M Garrity of Elsborne Leipsaier-2and Stemtield. Notes mix with unrelated items about notes damaged, the Federal Treasurer statement, and remarks from Mr St. Gregerson.
A garbled OCR fragment describes a shipment or list of items with odd names and peculiar terms including mocks of objects and place near G P O. It suggests a catalog like “Presents for England” with miscellaneous items and unclear descriptions. The text is fragmentary and includes broken phrases and invented terms without coherent context.
A vintage notice touts Rose's Celebrated Eye Lotion with claims of great improvement to the eyes. Proprietors appear as Mexericterers, with references to a Rowe and a George street, Cobceenteh Bas Letien, and a sales note in a distorted OCR format.
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