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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Oct 03, 1908
Page
15
A brief look at efforts to craft truly bullet proof armor for soldiers. The piece traces armor history from ancient padding to plate and chain mail, notes European parade cuirasses, and discusses how evolving firearms undermined armor while weapons and shields advanced over centuries.
The article reflects on historic warfare in Germany and Europe, noting how the lance remains revered by military leaders despite advancing weaponry. It discusses the evolution of killing methods from early “death organs” to Gatling-like devices, predicting future weapons while affirming the enduring appeal of cold steel in combat. The piece ends with the notion that even with science, battlefield brutality persists and the French blade still holds a place.
A late 19th or early 20th century warning urges strict dairy herd inspections after a dairyman is fined twelve pounds for selling milk and butter from a tuberculous cow. The piece stresses danger to the public and calls for rigorous testing and removal of diseased stock to prevent contaminated food reaching breakfast tables.
A dispatch notes the Shah of Persia repealing the Constitution and massing “an irresistible force” against Tab-Pig, warning of a slide from representative rule to despotism. It describes clashes between reformist factions, mullahs, and court power, predicting upheaval and eventual popular revolt amid religious and political tensions.
Alderman Butler urged immediate steps to enforce the Sounding Act provisions, creating cattle pounds to curb strays. Weyde residents joined in advocating action while Stall tale questioned the need for a pound as the town was too young. Mayor warned of municipal risk if the motion passed, noting taxe payers oppose costly measures. Alderman Butlin reminded gates sometimes left open, motion lacking a seconder.
Ominous note from London reports Bulgaria purchasing remounts for military use as tensions rise. Foreign observers note rapid equine procurement signals modernization of cavalry forces and potential shifts in regional power dynamics.
London reports 30 000 workers expected to strike next week amid wage dispute. The Daily Mail notes no second ballot. masters oppose concessions and a 72 percent wage cut in January raised tensions within Lancashire mills.
The Ticensing Bill topic dominates Parliament as 700 amendments are listed, many from Liberal members. Glasgow Corporation backs the Licensing Bill by a large margin, while a guided petition from Glasgow seeks government support for the measure.
London Friday EV lug report quotes Colonel Serly, Dauler Secretary for the Colonies, denying chiefs have the right to requisition cheap Asiatic laborers. The remark suggests community demand triggers policy debate on forced labor rights.
In London on Friday evening the Buptiet Cai ne gathered at Bradfort and expressed strong resolve on government action. A heated debate followed about education legislation with Custoyd warning of firm measures if the government faltered. The house of Lords had previously rejected the bill, prompting renewed opposition and potential consequences for property and ministers.
London Friday evening report notes Ernest Barry to race Georgia Towns for the English championship. Barry rowed the full course in 42 seconds while Towns swam the course Thursday in similarly swift time. The record for the course traces to G Bubear in 1883.
Sydney swimmer Tartakover captured the Southern Counties 20 yard championship in London on Friday evening. His final time was not clearly recorded in the report.
Hart Hugo Alpen was feted Friday afternoon as Fort Street Model Public School honored his retirement after many years of valued service. Students and staff gave a warm farewell with songs and expressions of gratitude, noting his dedication and impact on the school community.
London wool sales Friday evening show merinos firm while other lots weaker and irregular. Prices realised include Killarney 174 Warbreccia Bemspai 94 Oboka 12444 Afmom 17740 Tryde Wet Sesbants 18% Germans operated freely in greasy combing merinom.
London Friday evening market news shows silver quoted around 1144 per ounce while a court session reports 199 cases offered but withdrawn. Total stocks stand at 7,000,000 units amid lower activity.
A Sydney levee saw no Consular bri of Sydney attend as representatives abstained entirely. Reportedly officials and observers cite tensions over tenure and access to private privileges, with confusion over a boycott led by Consuls and a later comment from a Melbourne source. The absence drew comment from merchants and foreign representatives, while the Governor-General’s reception faced criticism for handling of consular privileges.
Mr Joan Elfis Gawine senior partner of Gneine Brothers at Genrer Street Sydney died after brief illness Saturday. He was born in Martivall Suffolk England in 1848 and arrived in Australia in 1864. He married and had a large family of five sons and three daughters.
London reports Burge is progressing favorably after fracturing a rib in the Wallabies clash with Devonshire last Saturday. Rev Charlton of St Barnabas is to act as curate during a transitional period while the incumbent rector serves a short term.
Skins tanned and fashioned into ladies furs shown with Multa Stolna and Buge patterns. Latest fashions from Modirary Cant, moth-eaten restorations cleaned and treated. Museum of Warn and Curios open with largest Australian collection. Inspected, labelled, packed with charge. Gunda labelled items and accessories at 05 George Street.
Fragmentary ad text touts pills and tonics as cures for diabetes kidney ailments backache and anemia. It promotes fictional brands Fisher’s Phosthereine and Pethera Phosphherixe claiming to ward off illnesses and boost vitality without evidence or regulatory approval.
London Friday evening. The Baptist Union meeting deplored the large secret in unemployment and urged merging Government and municipalities to provide employment on an adequate scale.
An advertising notice touts A. Saunders' Spectacles as the best in the state. The copy urges readers to act promptly, promising eye care and available services, with a bold sales tone and direct call to visit or call for assistance.
The report details lawn tennis results with players from Mammen, Mireigrove, Braubele and others. It notes the leading pairsthroughout the event, mentions colleges and colleges teams, and records some match outcomes and scores.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe wreckage off Cape Fridand and nearby coast, mentioning Mr Leland and a medical facility. The text references places like Satieauin and Kin, with scattered terms implying maritime disaster or salvage. Names and dates are unclear due to garbled OCR.
No clear events. OCR fragment mentions Meella Coopers and Gerataert Hospital with garbled text about improvement and appearance.
Local notices describe tram and water transport issues in Coogee and Lane Cove area. The report mentions partial service suspensions, planned temporary transport adjustments, and a new Upper Lane Cove service beginning from Pig-tree to Killars with earlier ferry operations affected by weather and schedules.
Fragmentary OCR evidence shows a poem titled The Guinea Poem with a cheque for £1 and references to L. B. at Rece Street South Sydney. The readable text suggests a satirical or humorous verse with a line about a guinea and a playful exchange, though many letters are garbled.
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