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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 12, 1908
Page
3
Fragmented OCR text reports on labor ranks and civic figures in the era, mentioning proceedings, committees, elections, and tensions. It references specific places, communities, and unnamed individuals tied to labor and governance, with unclear dates and numerous garbled lines.
Local clash near Fifield escalates into a feud with multiple parties involved. Authorities report a tense standoff as confrontations and verbal exchanges preceded a disorderly scene. Details remain unclear as investigators assess the events and potential charges.
Fragmented OCR details a chaotic racing event with references to venues, attendees, and betting. The text mentions racecourses, spectators, and a mix of unclear names and times, suggesting a public racing day with descriptions of activities and potential bets.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a wool shipment from Marere’s is slated to arrive in London this week. Names and details are garbled but imply cargo and logistics involving a ship and local handling.
A reports describes a snake bite on the left arm during a Sumter afternoon. The event details a brief swelling and a medical reaction, with the narrator recounting the subsequent sensations and a quick recovery.
Broken Hill Thursday reports a workers conference opening with attendances from Port Pirie unions. Delegates demanded 48 hour week terms and insisted management delay dismissals to create room for new hires. Melbourne officials were urged to deepen talks and propose job safeguards while Port Pirie leaders planned further interviews.
A distorted report describes a Trades and Labour Council dispute involving the Rock Choppers and the Rael Chonpnts Union. Plumbers' Tollan appoints Mr Pochren as secretary of the young talup Coral, with leaders clashing over alleged authority and a settlement aim. The resident Mr Marshall comments on Mr Conhran's statement and ongoing factional standoff with multiple references to statements and potential negotiations.
Fragmented OCR describes the Illawarra railway line, timetable changes between Sydney and Nanower, and community concerns over service reliability. Mentions updated evening rail times and new station installations.
A damaged transcript notes a Water Yeller Court case dated October 2 involving John David Prinman charged with driving a motor cycle at excessive speed. The report mentions jewellery seized, notable names, and a misstatement about prior offenses. The prose lists various witnesses and items valued around £10.
A large deputation pressed Minister Hunt and MLC Mr O Conor to fund a direct road from Garramatta to Parramatta Park. They argued it would shorten travel, improve access to the western districts, and cost about £2000 though officials questioned justification and value.
Fragmented report notes a steamer near Long Reef with a life buoyant boat board seen. It mentions Captain Machorrsie and a vessel possibly tied to Loge Reet, plus a toss pat Yeendao rd and crests. Additional details about a trip and other ships are unclear and garbled.
An item notes European periodicals and German interests planning to send writers to Australia for lengthy coverage. Mr Freundaten undertakes to work for a year and a half, coordinating with Continental and British papers like Frankfurter Zeitung and Neue Presse. The focus includes labor phases and reporting on Australian conditions.
The Fisheries Board discusses river and coastal issues, including the removal of stages from a tributary and the potential dredging to aid shore work. They consider studying the machine industry and assess oyster river impacts, with actions to reduce river damage and appoint Hastings Shire's James Garrick as president.
The report details shifting wheat prices and bread costs as mills face wheat shortages. Farmers fear ruin as shipments from Sydney and Shimila falter, while imports, weather, and virulent market signals press prices up. The London market weakness adds to export concerns, with rail deliveries and NSW stations reporting varied wheat tonnage and impending supply gaps.
Fragmented excerpt cover trade references, prices, and names. Mentions Ey parched imports and embankment funds alongside unclear supplier and investor notes. Contains numerous garbled terms, place names, and potential dates or quantities.
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