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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 04, 1908
Page
8
A divorce court hearing on desertion reveals the petitioner claiming abandonment by her husband after years of family strain. Testimony references letters and inquiries about reconciliation, with juror concerns and discussions about relocation and custody hints. The fragmentary record shows confusion, repeated questions, and unclear outcomes as both sides argue over the marriage’s viability.
Fragmentary OCR recalls a case involving Leva figl and Matons with Emil Bakke as author of the petition. The narrative mentions a Roman Catholic priest, a nurse, and a late January 1300 date. A woman present, alleged cruelty and improprieties are implied, with unnamed witnesses and an eventual departure scene.
A damaged OCR record outlines a marital conflict involving Otell Tagether and Pusell formarly Tayors with references to a ground yi Moser and a respondent named P Paddinxton. It mentions years after marriage, infidelity, accusations, and a dispute over staying apart, with unclear dates and many garbled phrases.
A chaotic legal notice recounts a troubled marriage case with references to letters, names such as Emule and Brissenden, and mentions of a baby and potential separation. The fragmented OCR hints at marital disputes, alleged infidelity, and a forthcoming court action in Wake County with unknown responders.
Emily Thomas formerly Wildlema sought dissolution of marriage from Alfred Veatar after accusations of abuse and infidelity. The fragment reports threats and a period of separation, with Emily living apart and the couple’s reference to Anglican rites vetoed.
An unclear OCR fragment mentions Vermont and rain, with garbled names and numbers. The readable bits indicate a railway or power context and a person linked to an incident, but essential facts are missing, leaving only hints of a weather or transport note without coherent event details.
The Burns Lang boxing bout settled yesterday with Burns earning 1000 and Lang 1000. Burns praised Lang for donning his jewel despite inexperience while Lang said he would strive for better luck in a rematch. Both fighters deny any lingering effects and vow their best against future opponents.
Tasmanian Victorian and Queensland runners prepare to compete in the New South Wales cross country championship at the Victoria State Avenue, Zailand, on September 1. Officials and delegates from each state will attend a welcome at the Sports Club in Sydney. The conference will discuss a possible interstate champion event, with entries closing tomorrow to Me. W. B. Alexander at the Sports Club.
The Sydney Grammar School Athletic Club hosted its 36th annual sports meeting at the Sydney Cricket Ground with large grandstand attendance. Events included broad jump, cricket ball throwing, pot door, sprint and endurance races, and numerous handicaps with results listing winners such as E Carr, J Cocks, L Lavender, and J Lamrock, across high jump, all schools championships, and obstacle races.
Gold Piece scratched from all engagements with Wollongong Faces next Tuesday. Inquiry into yesterday’s Randwick disruption. several trainers and jockeys gave evidence with no blame assigned. Scratches include Jolly Actor for Warwick Farm Flying Handicap and Slapbar for all engagements. Rugby and cycling selections updated. Australian cricket delegates named. N.W. Bowling Association annual meeting set at Aaron's Exchange Hotel. Maitland race notes mention Attention as a key entry with £100 ride prize.
New South Wales experiments at the Moree Bore Farm reveal a scheme to convert alkaline bore water into usable nitrate forms through nitric acid treatment. Trials show nitric acid may neutralize poisonous alkali, improve soil humus, and enable cheap electricity generation from artesian flow for industrial use.
The Dalmain Police Court opened with multiple adulterated vinegar cases. Beatrice Walker of Weston Road faced summons for selling not real vinegar, while James Johnson of Australian Grocery Co. and others were charged after government analysis showed contents contained acetic acid and other nonvinegar substances. The court fined offenders, with penalties including fines and costs, and upheld strict standards for vinegar labeling and composition.
George Bray alias Grorgs Pearce, 45, described as a resident of Surry Silla, was arrested at the Water Poile Court hotel in Bourke-alrent for burglarizing the Guleing Motel, Bruirkestroe. He allegedly broke into the premises at about 4:50 am, stealing 12 bottles of spirits valued at undisclosed sum. Bray, shot in the leg during the struggle, was injured but not critically, and stated he was assaulted after the constable confronted him. He remained in custody awaiting trial.
His Excellency the Governor General Lord Northcote held a farewell levee at Government House Sydney this afternoon. A large attendance included Sir Harry Rawson Premier and city officials, university senators, the Supreme Court and naval military officers, and representatives from civic and business groups. The Royal Australian Artillery band and guards were in attendance, with the main regiment present.
The forecast warns of mild unsettled weather with scattered clouds and local showers, possibly some hail in places, followed by southerly winds and squalls along the southern coast near Sydney. Rain totals in New South Wales for the past 24 hours show Boggabri 40 points, Coonabarabran 7, Narrabri 6, and other towns recording light to moderate rainfall.
At roughly three o'clock this afternoon a man entered Dr A MandeSberg a second hand dealer at the corner Casitereaga and Market streets and demanded a watch chain. He fled with a heavy valuable, but fled across the street where Constable Muraden and Constable Cooper pursued. The suspect surrendered without resistance at Covital Folles Station and awaits court tomorrow.
The Department of Navigation received a telegram from Chariden Hirton about the steamship Uratla from Sydney arriving leaky. Repair measures were taken and she sailed for Sydney on Thursday, handled by Messrs Alle Taylog and Company. The Vratin is a new vessel entering coastal trade.
John Brischem, a dvatver, died after collapsing while driving home along North Shur. He suffered chest pain and vomiting before help arrived, and a coroner reported his death. A Navy ship, the American battleship George, visiting Triaties at Numurkan, had entertained officials prior to the tragedy.
Private cables report a broad fall in London copper and mining shares led by weaker road turnover. Breaks across Broken Hill Proprietary and several copper interests weigh on sentiment while Bank of Australia and other brokers show signs of cautious buying in late trading.
The city council faces weeks without work as repairs for a breaker at Moore Park drag on. Officials aim to remove debris and resume services after securing proper binding and dismantling plans, while residents are assured of safety during operations.
James Carter, a Cleveland contractor and steady worker for Shorsiaail and Bou, disappeared during a weekend trip to La Fergum with his family. He left home Saturday to fish with the plan to visit La Fergum for the afternoon, but has not been seen since, prompting grave fears he was washed from rocks and drowned.
Passengers aboard the mountain train from Mount Victoria that left at 6 15 this morning were delayed about an hour due to a cog train breakdown between St Marys and Kingswood, necessitating a second engine from Proirth. Central Railway traffic otherwise remained unaffected.
Arbitration Court fines Wellington Bakers' Union £100 over recent strike. Court warned that individual penalties could follow if workers disobey orders or continue disruption. Proceedings noted in Auckland reports Friday.
Mails for the fleet report describes the first instalment and seamee Mokele arriving from New Zealand ports. It notes arrivals at Sydney Bin and towed base at Suai, with ships chartered to deliver to Australia amid timing for further mail cargo. Mentions Auckland, Lont Acton, and imports from various regions as other ships are readied for rail transport.
Farmers store advertises a wide selection of summer Fancy Drill and Fancy Serge vests with detachable buttons for comfort and washing. It highlights largest variety, new bordered vests, and easy care features with four show locations in Pitt Street and Market Street.
A fragmentary item lists firms such as FARMER & COMPANY and Captain Aederwan with references to ships Iron Red Coast and Adelaine. Mentions departures and arrivals, interstate coastal routes, and advertisements received too late for classification. No coherent event or dates clearly readable.
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