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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 20, 1908
Page
6
Widespread reports show wheat prices rising again amid scarce old grain and trucking shortages. Suppliers and farmers note persistent supply chain glitches, with market talk centering on price momentum and limited shipping capacity affecting distribution.
A chaotic OCR led account notes producers at a railway market with prices and buyers listed. It mentions prime poultry quality, various sellers and firms such as Prescott, Wright, Lindley, and Co., and large volume trading. Specific figures appear garbled, but references to wholesale produce, live stock, and concurrent sales indicate a bustling market scene with multiple named firms and individuals involved.
At Circular Quay a large Bremen arrival drew a busy crowd of Customs and locals. Of 540 aboard at Fremantle 84 remained later, then 404 at Port Adelaide and 347 at Melbourne. Most British travelers planned to sail to New South Wales, with about 2,000 booked to New Zealand.
Fremantle report details a Welsh victory as Llanelly outplayed the Wallabies at their own game. The forwards dominated and the Australians struggled with the scrum while showing flashes of individual brilliance. The match, described as rough but not brutal, ended with Llanelly narrowly ahead and commentators noting superior Welsh pack play and pluck.
The Wallabies defeated Oxford University in a tight rugby clash as Marge uu Gans and P Burge contributed early play. Carmichael added a late penalty kick, but Oxford failed to convert. several players impressed for the Australian side.
The Kangaroos fought hard at Norihers Vaan Devereux and Mesanneor threatened goal, but the League equalised and Messenger scored a goal after kick. Hollo Way then added a try, Messenger again converting to lead. In the second half Northnew pressed despite injuries and earned two tries, but Messenger's late penalty clinched a one point win for the League.
A court hearing examined a petition by a man seeking an absolute divorce from his deceased brother's widow. Judge Whitfeld ruled the case difficult, noting law allows a man to marry his deceased brother's widow, but the petitioner’s situation and timing prompted caution as the matter proceeded. The respondent expressed regret for possible consequences, while the court weighed precedents and the Crown Solicitor’s input.
A severe thunderstorm near Tenterfield on Friday left Edward Grusney, 12, fatally struck by lightning while sheltering under a tree with a companion. The event caused a fireball along power lines, damaged station facilities, and disrupted the telephone connection at the post office.
Sales by auction list dairy farms on the ground near Cooperaburg between Kelpp ey and Port Macquarie on November 6.012 by Arthur Ripkard and Company Limited. The Emperor of Japan at Koki on Wednesday reviewer 11 Japanese Warships. The Miners Eight-hour Bill paused through Grand Committee in the House of Commons with Home Secretary H Gladstone undertaking to facilitate remaining usages of the bill.
Mire Mast a fireman and Hamnudow charged with murdering Nawatkhan Mules Praised near the high goon. Detective Jones reported the scene outside the second union. evidence showed a skull fracture and a possible sharp instrument. Trial adjourned until a future police court hearing.
The Cooperabung estate subdivision progresses with planning for tram blocks and road access. Officials note expected completion and discuss roads, lots, and sales contacts. Katharine Goodson’s recital closes her Australian visit with a Town Hall concert before travel to Manada.
Fragmented report recounts a Victorian stowaway incident aboard a vessel bound for Monkbarns Wharf detailing a crew pursuit, a manhole concealment, and a tense, noisy search aboard the ship. The piece cites Captain Parry and an Evening News reporter noting the chaotic tea-time distraction and the stowaway’s capture.
A crash occurred between a lorry and the Watkerd Wharf area near Millers Point and a coal mine operation. The event involved multiple rigs and injuries during the transfer of a Thomupawi test placeholder, with details about the aftermath and ongoing corrective actions at Musmeliirook Town Common.
Fragmented OCR text shows Sydney Comedy Club event with listed names and places. Location appears in garbled form, but mentions a show at Wesley mach and a party period. Names such as Governor and Sime Hewes surface in broken lines.
A fragmented program listing and notes on a matinee performance feature acts and songs. It names performers and pieces such as Rusa of Wester Year and Cupil at the Furr, plus violin selections and choral pieces. The text also references Sheldon’s new discovery and mentions Nestling Food advertising.
Fragmentary OCR notes from Warwick Farm races mention Perry, Tate and Se Le Coe along with scattered garbled terms. Key names appear inconsistently, with no clear results, dates, or structured outcomes to confirm.
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