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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 04, 1908
Page
5
A 1908 notice from Mrs. Gauld of Gidbortend describes a baby born with severe skin lesions across the body. She recounts trying various treatments and lotions, noting limited improvement and seeking medical guidance and a free ear hook on treatment of skin disease.
Advert reads Frootoids for headache indigestion constipation and biliousness. Claims include quick relief, cleansing of blood and tissues, liver support, and superior action to ordinary aperients. Mentions 72 doses per bottle and directs purchase via chemists or mail order from W G Hearne Geelong Victoria.
A 1907 Paymaster General report table shows annual running costs for ten battleships. The Illinois is the cheapest at level, while the Lous is about 20000 pounds higher. Officers and crew pay dominate the yearly expenses, with navies elsewhere cheaper.
The report by Mr. B. Trivet covers period 1900 to 1304 stating this is the first comprehensive valuation of NSW friendly societies finances. It notes past underfunding, improved contributions, and reforms since 1888 1898 and 1902, urging centralization of sick funds, better selection of new members, and stronger supervision to prevent insolvency.
A lumber worker in Bellinger was pinned by a falling tree while felling timber. The leg and foot were severely injured, the limb required amputation at the hospital.
The Australian Treasurer quoted Agent-General T A Combian on how postal notes from New South Wales can be remittances to England. Provisions allow cashing outside Australia with return of notes to the issuing country for payment. If not presented within six months, a six month commission applies. notes must be cashed on presentation.
Fremantle correspondent notes Captain Ruthven of RMS Orontes completes 37 years with Orient Company and has crossed the equator 170 times. He has traveled two million nautical miles and, in all his years with the company, has never faced an incident. The RMS Orontes is due next week.
A deputation from Burraga and allied leagues meets in Rockley to press a railway from Machin via Rockley to Burraga. The Lloyd Copper Company may fund up to £220,000. Landowners along the two mile route consent to a Government right of way without compensation. Survey indicates gentle grades with 20 chain curves.
Sir Geotile Care Brown Curr recounts years as a cowboy in the wild west. The Town and Country Journal excerpt highlights his tales of "cow punchers" and frontier life. He notes rough guns and thumb triggers, offering a candid, cautionary glimpse into frontier memory.
A letter forwarded to the Parliamentary Labor secretary in Sydney charges the Labor party with defending its Industrial Disputes Act and tramway strike. It calls for a debate within ten days with International Socialists representative Szoll Honnet, to be hosted in Sydney and funded equally by the parties.
A fragmented, era-tinged excerpt laments domestic life shaping public affairs. The text mocks public communications and consumer ads, mentioning Newile's Cocos and a "Wire Mattress" with mixed, garbled phrasing and period voice.
Shipping notices list sailing details for vessels bound to Wellington New Zealand and other ports. The fragmented lines name ships, destinations such as Matauri and Melbourne, and departures at various times with port references like Brun-Sued and River pte. The cut text mentions multiple vessels and routes across regions including Australia and New Zealand, with partial timings and ports.
A range of local items including the Dubbo Fire Brigade seeking a £2 alarm bell, a Pyrmont youth incident, and a theft case. Talvaragar Shire Council petitions Lands Department to link block 24 4.p Ixaq Terramungamine with the Terramungamine reserve to avoid a white elephant. A Newtown and Enmore Star Bowkett Building Society ballot results show No 430 and No 208 outcomes. Fire brigade response to a blaze with firefighting efforts and Peppermint Care mentioned as health aid.
A disrupted Sunday episode at Camperdown leads to police action and a chaotic scene as residents report a heist and ensuing chase. Deputies recover a cache of stolen goods, while witnesses describe a tense confrontation and the immediate aftermath. An official note warns of heightened security and calls for calm amid ongoing investigations.
A parliamentary debate centers on a theatres and halls bill proposing reforms. Speakers call for clearer regulation, improved access to venues, and funding oversight. The discussion references education, religion, and public safety concerns, with emphasis on governance and accountability.
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