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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 23, 1908
Page
4
OCR fragment lists scattered words and fragments about a local event or notice with no clear names, dates, or places. Content is unreadable enough to be speculative, but preserves generic sense of a publishable notice fragment.
A lengthy article details the beleaguered Cleveland Street School project, noting a proposed 5300 improvement plan and courtish debate over funding. Minster and council voices clash over work scope, occupancy, and delays, with officials citing budget limits and site access as barriers. The piece captures hospitalities of failed negotiations and the community impact on enrollment and local infrastructure.
Detail emerges from a tram strike incident trial where Croft’s appeal was rejected. The case centers on alleged threats and assault during a disruption, with testimony about a passenger strike, officer conduct, and a magistrate’s consideration of penalty reduction. Jurors heard witnesses recount the events, including calls to “Leah” and subsequent arrests amid a crowd of around 2000 spectators. The court upheld the original findings and did not grant a lighter sentence.
A crew aboard the Marque Tanksfeld prepared to depart Sydney for Newcastle to load coal for Sew ont Camain Douglas commanding. Reporters noted the voyage path between Sydney and New Zealand and that Douglas, an experienced master, has long sailed those waters. Most hands aboard are volunteers with Douglas directing the journey.
The sum received in Sydney last week for probate and letters administration totaled £108 44. 44. It was paid in connection with the estate of the late Mr. John Scholer of Wara-5, which was valued at £24,450.
Robert Moodie 91a longtime alder of North Sranex died Sunday. He lived with Mr Adame of Cliftos Gat a3 and Hotel and was buried at Thamas' Cemetery North Sydney. He was a son of the late Captain Moodie, the old A U S M Compas.
Mr Justice Simpson continued the divorce hearing of Emily Aus Swan formerly Mowiett against James Clemens Swan a farmer. The petitioner alleges a cruel marriage beginning February 10 1885 with repeated estrangement and neglect including disputes over boots a guitar and a violin leading to a separation and relocation to her mother's home. A decree nisi was granted to allow her to move to a month from the police court in a month.
A writ for restitution of matrimonial rights was filed by Scanley Rather Aldriagn Storria against Hveisn Angle Rivers Morrie. The case involves marital strain, demands for separation, and a transfer of funds while addressing letters between spouses. The decree requires the respondent to return to his wife within a set period.
The report summarizes a contested relationship and legal dispute over marriage and residence. Barbara Cathermerigs, once Cor Teel ona, faces allegations of desertion and misconduct. Witnesses describe communications, travel, and a planned move to Canada amid tense family dynamics. The partner indicates a lack of intent to establish a home, with references to support and court action.
The Chief Railway Commissioner returned to Sydney from a motor trip to the northern rivers ferries. The nine day journey toured country planned for a narrow gauge railway to serve Dorriga settlements, noting rapid growth and signs of prosperity. The trip included Con's Harbor and a shaft broke, forcing a shift to a horse drawn vehicle. the report will go to the Minister for Public Works and Parliament.
Military brief lists SBS and AL Regiment units departing for England for training and inspection. It notes November and December sailings by several squadrons and officers, including Major Wallace Brows and Captain B C Holman. Also mentions Sydney University Scouts and Goulburn cadet activities plus a Gordon Club doubles event result.
Contested proposals dominate the annual Labor conference agenda. Measures seek to redefine the federation of producers and the means of exchange, abolish state parliament in favor of Commonwealth government, and shift voting to a card system. A plan would bar sitting state or federal MPs from representing any rescue or nome of the annual conference without majority delegate approval.
Tenders announced for general repairs and renovations to multiple schools and bridges. Bids include Carrol public school upgrades, Stone Quarry Creek Bridge works, and electric wiring for tram routes. Lowest bids reported by several firms across Sydney and surrounding districts with totals ranging from £30 to £930.
The Bellevue Hill tramway faces ongoing delays with no opening expected before next week. Commission plans a new power facility at the Vital Power House while testing and track connections continue, delaying service until cars arrive from the contractor and testing is completed.
At the Homebush stock sales this afternoon 48187 sheep and lambs were penned, with prime and extra prime lines offered. Demand remained good for prime but sales orders were dull, while overall prices edged higher late in the sale. cattle and Queenslander drafts were included with varying rates across classes.
Alderman William Price, a Parramatta Council member for about ten years, died this morning at his residence in Harris Park after a months long illness. He was a prominent Orangeman and active in local politics.
The report details a chaotic share trading scene with numerous names, prices, and consignments. It lists buyers and sellers across banks and brokerages, mentions international exchanges, and cites mixed activity in Sydney Melbourne and Adelaide markets with varied debits and credits.
Annie Ryan a dairy keeper of Botany Bay Hurstville faced Newcan Police Court this morning charged by municipal inspector Wilhelm Peracs for selling milk adulterated with added water. Government Analyst's certificate showed 54 percent added water. Defendant pleaded guilty and was fined 50 pounds with costs. four months imprisonment in default.
Arthur Cavill, two years old, child of Dick Cavill, drowned in Wat Fen Bay water. Mrs Cavill opened the turnstile for swimmers, noticed her baby missing, later found floating face down. Dr Charles Reid attended but could not restore animation.
A garbled OCR of a county page mixes weather updates with scattered notices and names. References to rain, wind, tides, and dates appear beside disjointed mentions of people, places, and events, but most specifics are unreadable.
Ten minutes after doors opened for a boxing booking at Ring Street Melbournes venue, chaos erupted with crowded seating and a fierce disturbance. Police detained several and the event was halted briefly. organisers then planned to move the bout to a new venue the following day.
A steamer Germania arrived from Marshall Islands with a cargo of copra after an uneventful voyage. The item list includes a large lace sale advertisement and a note about various local notices, names, salaries, and a medical incident involving a snake found in a child’s bed.
Sydney race reports name participants and entrants for the Carrington and Cup events at Tattersall's. Listed are numerous horses and connections including Ada, Beams, Tina Arti, Kore Cre, Lars Karrineest, James Hunter, and Vreenine among others, with trainers and owners detailed in a dense entry list.
The report notes a match where players including EP Shee Tejon and Sire Le Mere defeated opponents Sry Aabwon and Mlaw Watson with a close score of 62 in a lawn tennis event.
Lady Bellweet movement to Mer was noted with an offer for the 232 prey Toppan Drafting Lease Aehye Anerson listed among participants. Two year race results highlighted by Leviremann Biemainat, Mareane Hirsarment, and others.
The fragment describes a Sydney wool sale with references to batches, bidders, and officials at the Grids office. It mentions the American market and various figures, including names like Phe and Petra, and notes on bids and lots such as 299 Sas. The text is garbled but centers on auction activity and participants.
A damaged report notes a sailor’s death by his own action amid a troubled scene at a harbor area. Names and places are garbled, but the incident is described as a suicide tied to local maritime tensions and church or authority figures. The fragment hints at a memorial or inquiry proceeding.
In Newcastle at the age of the deceased Mr Joseph Wood is mourned. The obituary notes his long life and family, listing children and relatives. A church funeral and local tributes are described, with references to local residents and a court mention concerning a separate matter.
Fragmented OCR text offers sparse readable items and names. The readable pieces hint at notices and advertisements, but most content is garbled with stray letters and broken phrases. The item remains summarizable only in broad, non-specific terms.
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