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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Oct 29, 1908
Page
6
Thorough notes from Melbourne racing tracks describe Morning gallops and trials for Derby contenders. Soultline, Mondebel and other entries show strong workouts. Duelled horses, times clocked for furlongs, and training plans for upcoming Cups are reported with emphasis on pace and form.
An account from Tamworth describes a derailment involving Mr. Faward Macfarlane, former Under-Secretary for Lands, after a vehicle overturned while being driven by Hogie near Mengula Pad, about 19 miles from Tamworth. Macfarlane suffered serious injuries including a broken left arm and shattered right shoulder, though doctors found no immediate life threat.
World champion Jack Johnson landed in Sydney by train from Melbourne to join Tommy Burns for the title fight. A large crowd greeted him at Central Railway station as promoters and officials welcomed the boxer amid calls for fair play and a massive boxing event set for Boxing Day.
A frightened driver struggled to control a lorry as runaway horses bolted along the Eastern road near Tullgaloo and Sydney Harbor warehouses. A brave man sprang onto the vehicle and, after gripping the brake, crawled along the pole to stop the team, saving lives. The rescuer declined to give his name.
Public auction conducted by C. Young and Company at Body Station in Leichhardt county NSW realized a total price around £28,000. Bidders and attendees recorded names and bids, though the final tally is not specified. The event followed yesterday’s trading day with Mexican buyers noted among the participants.
A collision occurred near Milson's Point on Tuesday between the governor Blackall and the harbor tug Pacific. No damage or injuries were recorded, though a crank was suspected. The incident was noted by the Superintendent of Navigation in the afternoon report by Captain Kelai.
A felike charcoal portrait of pianist Percy Grainger seated at a Breinway grand piano was drawn by Eric Wright for Mrs Nicholsom and Company. The work is shown in the firm's George Street window in Sydney. Postcards are being distributed free with thousands already struck off.
Lady Dudley wife of the Governor General reaches Melbourne with a guard of honor from Cerberus and welcomes from Mr and Mrs Deakin. The vice regal party proceeds to Government House as crowds cheer. A Melbourne Town Hall reception honors the Governor General and Lady Dudley. A large gramophone accompanies the trip as plans for travel to Sydney and the capital sites are outlined.
The Very Rev Dean Slattery died at St Joseph’s Prea chery Newtown aged sixteen. a long service in Australia, formerly of Ireland, where he studied in Maynooth and Rome. He served Monaro district and several Sydney parishes, created a Dean, and was a famed preacher and charitable churchman. A Requiem Mass will be held at St Joseph’s Lewishnwn with Cardinal Moran presiding before funeral at Rookwood.
In Auckland on Thursday the Arbitration Court fined the Tramway Union £60 for the strike by tramway workers. The Tramway Company was convicted of breaching the law by not tendering 19 dismissed conductors their wages in lieu of notice. No further penalties were imposed.
Coroner in Glen Corviere Sutherland investigates the death of Mary Alma Dwyer aged 19. The inquest hears she ingested pills believed to be liver pills after a February incident with her mother. She later moved between Campbell Merit Newtown and home, deteriorating until death at Kogarah Hospital on October 15. Path showed chronic mercurial poisoning leading to tetno anemia.
Alderman Sydney Smith flagged a near tragedy at Mosman Council as three lads were tossed from a ferry when the vessel overturned near Cremorne Point. Passengers and crew helped, a rescue saved the swimmers. The council agreed to write to the Royal Humane Society and commend the lifeboat action.
An apparent surge of marriages among show girls follows a noted celebrity union. Carrie Moore and Ted are among those reportedly wed as word leaks, with producers hoping the spree will subside after a few weeks and allow business to resume without further surprises.
The N S W State Military Band performs in Hyde Park at So'clock March presenting My Vaterland Prew overture Mignon A Thomas Quand to Chantes Gounod Sir A Thomas An Operatic Money Bentley two step Busting Pintz Karl Raps Beant Veer Mey Dummer Dalla Mise Hook of Holland Paul Newman galop Bald 62 Balt Deot Faust.
Advertisement lists sales by auction including residential property and rooms in Mowbray Wel, with details on timings and agents guiding the process. Artur Richard Company appears as the advertiser, inviting bidders and noting terms for the sale.
The Legislative Assembly endured a chaotic session as a member feigned a seating obstruction to escape being counted in divisions. Amid laughter, Mr Cohen halted proceedings during committee work on Moore's Land Bill to address the unexpected interruption and ongoing debates on the capital value and conversion provisions.
Fragmentary notes show the Victorian Legislative Chamber sessions with mentions of the Speaker, the 4 BUL 46 motor vehicle regulation bill, and motions to grant leave to introduce legislation. The record references the Chaudry, the Lismore church land grant, and a small time window around 3 minutes into proceedings.
Fragmentary OCR notes show bills discussed including a Grass Treg Lirinees measure and a Crow Land Amendment bill. Mentions of committee consideration and progress, with reference to a church at Lismore and a public service item.
The Ashwood Employees Picnic celebrated the first annual plant of Amot J.P .Sehwondy Limited at Balgoral Saddle Harbor. The event drew many staff and friends with sports, speeches, and a prize list. The managing director and directors spoke on boosting employee welfare and training while praising efforts and loyalty. A new discovery by Dr Sheldows announced alongside various entertainment events and races, including decor and prizes for the ladies and visitors.
A fragmented report mentions Maite clase at the GPO in Byilner and a voyage path toward Singapore via New Guinea. It records times around 6 p.m. and a ship named Tuc Manning River with Burrawong, Cape Town, Melbourne routes and a date near 18 Usdic, with various place names and corrupted phrases.
Fragmented OCR lists public holidays and district notices with scattered place names such as Deidara Dowling Walgett Balasaid and Marwillu, plus a line about WOLER'S SCHNAPPS. The text appears as garbled dates and regions, offering no coherent event details or dates that can be reliably reconstructed.
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