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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Oct 28, 1908
Page
10
The tribunal resumed hearings this week as tram strike leaders attended, with Mr Marley and Mr Carey among those questioned about their roles. Witnesses described union actions and employer responses while the board weighed jurisdiction and the legality of reinstatements and disciplinary measures.
Former tramway workers who left on strike sought reemployment but were refused by the Commissioner. The case questioned whether the board could direct reinstatement, with Mr Mackaurin arguing the Legislature did not intend to alter policy for dismissed employees. The board adjourned after deliberation to consider the matter.
A rally near Gordon calls for government action to protect suburbs from its disease threat and to expand treatment for consumption. Deputations urge special area protections, with officials noting nationwide welfare measures and the need for regulatory safeguards. Government promises cabinet review and consideration of feasible steps.
The will of Me A B Chisholm directs trustees to manage properties and income for his widow during her lifetime with remaining estate to his children in equal shares. Provisions include sale or investment of real estate, and payment of income to the widow, with eventual division among heirs. Executors named are Alfred Faward Seatett and Frank Kerr Chisum. Value sworn at £1,000 81. The record notes coordination with local authorities and past winnings figures from a Cup event.
Testimony heard at Parliament House this morning before the Select Committee on coupon abuses. Witnesses include Ash, Maxwell Keely, and Mr Eden as they discuss whether coupon schemes inflate cash trade, intimidate traders, and misstate value. Committee adjourned to continue tomorrow afternoon.
A Roma gas jet flare renewed as winds shifted, with authorities considering steam extinguishing methods. Minister Jor Mines received a telegram reporting the blaze at the gas company site, while Mr Frank Carton urged adoption of steam suppression. Andrew Houlson spoke in Sydney about a Rowe Street house linked to his opera Mari.
The late racing column lists multiple handicap races including the Flying Handicap of 35 sovs with Ruatamata and Will Manton among the top contenders, plus fourteen-two and fourteen-one handicaps featuring Ayr Lassie Lady Zoin Little Dod and Easy Molly. Betting odds are quoted with several near-term favorites and neck- or head-length winners noted for each sprint.
Tamworth racing card lists the Racecourse Handicap over furlongs with horses including Reso Tet Marber Mtnmene Splice Bat and May Boy, winner noted as a jockey with the time and place abbreviated. Gidley Handicap over furlongs features Silver Hampton Nimrod Emisuelle and Way, Nimrod winning by three and a half lengths amid close finish between ground and third. Bing Handicap over 20 furlongs includes Conducton,Merveil and Dormain with prize odds listed.
An odd, garbled report describes a conflict at the Water Board involving secrecy and accusations. It mentions individuals such as Lee Oliver and others, with hints of hearings or efforts to reveal actions and press statements amidst a tense local scene.
In a chaotic listing applicants strive for limited blocks as a state land scramble proceeds. The document names contending individuals and locations, noting the sheer number of interested parties and the procedural hurdles amid a broad regional contest.
There were 15 starters in the hurdle race over 2 miles with Wet conditions. Melton Tose won by a neck, time listed. The trial handicap featured 15 starters with Goldsign placed and Thunder Jewel among others, winner by two lengths with times noted. Altona Handicap included Lady Wilde and Tantalga among entrants.
The report details copper shares and Australian stock quotations with buyers and sellers from Sydney Melbourne and regional markets. It notes price movements, notable trades, and positions across multiple mines and companies, including Barrier Wharf and Wallaroo, with officers elected for the Adelaide Progress Association.
A garbled report notes the return of Mr Harry Rickards and his family to Australia with plans for a concert tour. It mentions interviews by News representatives and hints at performances across Australia starting in January.
Commonwealth weather shows approaching front with light to moderate winds. Skies clear for several hours, then clouds move in and patchy drizzle possible later. Readings include Mackheath 26, Clackrille 25, Bondarra 24, Bundejle 23, Manilla 20, Watena 18, Warlalta 24, with regional values listed.
A garbled report describes Burns returning to Sydney with accompanying figures and managers, discussing party shifts, a charity carnival, and future movements. Kelly comments on the party's mood, while Mintosi leads the syndicate voyage. The Burns party will be welcomed at Beach's Hotel with a reception planned for 11.
Three catalogues were offered thin after noon at the Sydney Wool Exchange Bridge Street covering 44 tales Jono Bridge and Company Limited 9970 bales Hill Clark and Company E400 bales Sebule Bet and Company LA lattes Competition for all de Filoss was realiy very heat and animated prices continuing fully equal to those of the best part of the season Deep grown ababy wools sold in sellers favor John Bridge and Company made penient clearance at the highest rate Their top privetence to 10 percent Im connection with next Saturday's meeting at Morefield Lagr Raensit has pues scratched for the Fliisz and Mooreflo Handicaps Eight thousand and fifty five pairs of wool sold at Darling Harbor by rail this morning.
A garbled notice describes a sale of vessels and assets valued at £35 involving Praaez Vehler and partners at Cocupany is Mtr. J and Bi. Fath. The passage mentions Captain Newton, superintendent of navigation, preparing to depart Sydney for Newesatie to address an Anguiry regerdion, with deep at the groamer Kil wumumber noted.
A second trist of the Manly bow fearer Barraceira failed Tuesday afternoon as the vessel developed 144 knots, affecting the terms of the contract and raising concerns over performance and safety aboard the steamship.
Vague OCR text notes delays in shipments and several names including Arr TVala and Ortebee Rameens with entries tied to Caecia Mitt and Eros Pk Aversa. Mentions Afiaa dies, Bran Phin wed Cimader, and references to Suagenda and Reimee Surya. Details are unreadable.
Reportedly scattered fragments mention addresses, officials, and local entities. The text references Gunnedah and Baron ASM Co with unclear context and several garbled names, indicating an OCR damaged page segment.
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