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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 18, 1908
Page
8
The North Queensland sensational murder trial unfolds with Mrs Wilson in the police court. Jury and witnesses recount grisly details as evidence shows a dying struggle and the suspect's alibi under cross examination.
Fragmented OCR reveals a brutal scene linked to Mr Wilson and witnesses. A constable, inquest, a son in law restrains with a rope, and threats to shoot. The account mentions Miss Duffy, a doorway encounter, and a disruptive attempt to kill with a weapon.
Lionel Biashope, 40, of Marcom street, Dartnetarst, was hospitalized at St Fincent's this afternoon after a shot wound. He told doctors he had a will and three children and appeared distressed. The bullet perforated his side and exited the back, missing vital organs, with Dr Haydon noting he was not in immediate danger.
The hearing of the divorce suit by publican James M Bean of Arneliffe against widow Genavtevn M Bean resumed before Justice Benpaou Dauials. The case involved allegations of adultery with James Tinney Walter. Witnesses and letters from George Figwe Vout Utiee were discussed. The petitioner sought dissolution and named Willie in connection with the case.
The report lists multiple small-field races including a Flying Handicap at 4 furlongs with entries like Lily, The Gwt, Fitnkr, Goluieek, and Muipera showing 2 to 1 odds for Lily and Muipera at 7 to 2 and 8 to 2 respectively. A second turf event includes a 23-anve 4 furlongs with Ett SVTLGLAAS and ROE aT, plus THOXY and Sel Sil among starters. The fourteen-entrant Maiden Handicap features Invicta and Bonnie Bot among others, with Invicta leading early betting at 6 to 1 against and Bonnie Bot at 2 to 1. Won by a length with a time around 37% and a 4-ace field. The Fourteen-One Handicap lists Lady Pupil, Murcia, and BARNEY among the contenders, with Lady Pupil the favorite at 4 to 6, and the race won by a length. The Ascot Handicap portion shows Merry Delaval and Phulatél among contenders with unclear results.
Weedensday reports from the Interstate Lawn Tennis in Melbourne with Victoria players dominating. A walkover awarded in the LAINES singles to Stes Awaison, reserve Miss Daker competes in mixed doubles, while Miss Anderson and Talile from Victoria pair against Nicholaon and Miss Mf Aritus. In men's singles V Pronkenverg defeats Reggio, and D. Colquhoun falls to To Rice. Mixed doubles see Parker and Miss Taker beat Dr Porkrey and Miss Wilmoth.
The White Star training ship Mersey, under Caplan Corner, RN, arrived at Fort Jackson in 59 days on its Bret voyage. The ship, purchased to train youths for the British mercantile marine, faced tragedy when 16 year old Syl ney Ward fell overboard during rough seas at 2 am while the crew attempted a rescue. a boat could not be launched and Ward was lost. The vessel carried two cadets aboard.
The bulletin describes unsettled conditions with a few inland showers and possible thunder activity. It lists wind directions and references locations such as New York and Cape Wyriy while noting uncertain details due to the garbled OCR text.
Evidence mounted before the Select Committee on the coupon system with figures named including Mogers Clark Gilbert Eddox and Pisprovick chairing. Lawyers argued for Maxwell Keely Ash Berry Coyle and others as witnesses described post and weight issues and the purpose of coupons. The session adjourned with debate over legality and morality of coupon schemes and a cross examination planned for next week.
Reports from Sydney detail delay and danger at the Bellinger River bar as the steamer Rosedale remains tied and Burka and other vessels face limited access. A tug of work on dredging and river transport hampered by weather deteriorates trade, with losses and costs mounting for local import and export traffic.
Fragmentary OCR from a South Australian market report outlines private sales and various buyers and sellers across numerous names and commodities. The list mentions entities like South Woks, Porteverance, and Meint Migpim, with scattered prices and references to auctions and shipper terms amid a dense ledger of participants and goods.
Premier approves a gold medal for the largest trout caught in New South Wales rivers this season. Fish described as the property of the Bureau will be exhibited after stuffing. Details forwarded to the Immigration and Tourist Bureau at Challet House, Martin Plans.
A ship from Yokohama arrived in Sydney this morning flying half mast to honor the late Emperor and Empress Dowager of China. The Kameno Maru showed the tribute as it docked, reflecting mourning period observed in port.
A heated debate unfolds over instituting a universal Saturday half holiday. Premier signals potential legislation after extensive lobbying by shopkeepers and labor groups while opposition warns of unintended costs, urging careful consideration of law and public impact.
Frederick Limvert of Annestey-street and Lele kardl won procendel against Central Summons Churt this morning, Percy Filder toxpector alleging scaffolding begun without notice at 630 Georg sient Sydays. Public Works Department faulted for unsafe build. Four men injured. contractor defendant, inspection lapse cited. Dup of 405 with 6s costs imposed, seven days imprisonment.
An auction notice lists annual lease bids for multiple slaughter houses at Glebe Island. The 42 month terms begin January 4 with varied bids from Percy Miller and Company to Oldham and Drape Limited. The board sets fees per animal type and weekly rates, covering oxen cattle sheep pigs and calves.
A group of youths employed as laborers by Mr T A Piet at the Glebe abattoirs demanded higher pay after discussions failed. The dispute concerns varies rates by task and an arbitration award affecting the union versus the amalgamated council. some workers were not reached by the award. Several laborers left for other employment while others remained, with tensions over worth and job security evident at the Glebe.
In a Sydney market report, multiple firms including Hes' tabes and Jahu Triagetad Company featured catalogs with varied rates. The notice notes high bids for certain wagons and warns buyers about special lots and Tuesday’s ruler.
A Fort Pirie tailor pursues clarity under the Federal Arbitration Act in a Wednesday report. The document notes a mixed tally on registration with a 14 to 1 vote and a total year figure of 1606, though exact meanings remain unclear.
A severe storm caused property damage in Tamworth with houses and streets affected. One large farm reported significant loss of jewelry and valuables, while authorities noted injuries and urgent responses. The incident involved local workers and a visiting commander arriving at a nearby base. Community leaders urged caution as weather clearups continued.
Fragmented OCR text mentions various garbled names and phrases. It hints at classifications, a frame, and scattered references to people or places, but no coherent incident, date, location, or outcome emerges for a concise news item. The readable content remains too incomplete for a definitive summary.
A hot day cooled into a storm along the Nepean River near Castlereagh Penrith. Lightning struck fencing tearing it to pieces and splintering a tree and pepper tree. A cow nearby was killed on the spot and two children narrowly escaped harm.
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