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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 08, 1908
Page
4
A brief item records an evening event in Sydney on Tuesday September 8 1908. The note notes the date and city, with no additional context or details provided in the fragment.
The article discusses the rise in alcohol consumption during and after Prohibition era, noting increases in convictions for drunkenness and the widening gap between wine and beer use. It compares domestic trends with other regions, cites specific expenditure figures, and questions the effectiveness of restrictions on reducing drink usage.
A scan of a fragmentary deaths and memorials section lists many individuals with memorial phrases. Names include Dykes, Mudie, Coates, Desmond, Margarita, Taylor, Lincoln, Lillington, Seymour, and others, with dates largely in September and mentions of family members inserting the notices. The text preserves somber memorials such as in loving memory, departed this life, and remembrance phrases by various relatives.
A sermon argues most alcohol price comes from taxes and state revenue rather than brandy or rum. It notes cheap production abroad but says the real burden lies in wasted labor and capital, with 28,000 convictions in 1907 as an index of vast social loss from drink traffic.
The Emperor’s nephew Prince Menelik, about 33, once educated in Cairo, lived humbly in Berlin after being robbed abroad. The article notes Abyssinia’s claims to Christianity, a budding railway, and hopes Europeans will invest in its diamond coal rubber and cotton riches, despite opposition from rulers wary of exploration.
A fragmentary discussion argues women can argue well but often lack impartiality. It notes both men and women sometimes fail to listen, while some women and many men gain skills by frequent dialogue, shaping political life as a male heritage.
A Hyde Park correspondent laments careless trampling of grass after railings were removed. Short cuts undermine paths, while residents demand a proper route system and authorities must plan paths for useful, safe park use. The note suggests Hyde Park needs thoughtful layout like Redfern Park to balance beauty and utility.
Fragmentary OCR text describes moonlit golf with unclear references and garbled phrases. It mentions golf, an enterprising and thematic goiter and a dull tele, with various misread terms, offering little coherent event or outcome to summarize.
A humorous musing compares golf with cricket and tennis in a late night talk, noting crickets and tennis are less amusing and recounting a drive where a golf ball remained untouched on the tee. The piece playfully weighs entertainment value across games in a moonlit setting.
Tommy Burns the heavyweight champion returns to Sydney aboard the morning express with Is Witz as manager J Rolly trainer P C Keefe and others. He hints at a four week tour to look at the mountains near Kosciuszko then asks about a possible rest and says not yet intentions to return to America. Negotiations with Johnson continue as Burns and his party express fondness for New South Wales and may retire here after the Johnson contest.
Fred Stephens of Lawson street Paddington was seriously injured in a building alteration at Harnaby School of Arts. While removing scaffolding he stepped on new brickwork that collapsed sending him about 20 feet to the ground. He struck a large stone and suffered a broken left arm a fractured right leg head wounds and abrasions. He was taken to North Shore Hospital.
At Bathurst Hospital Committee, Mr BG Edgell alleged grave sanitary failures in Bathurst meat supply. He cited hundreds of car cases and tonnes of putrid offal in the Vale Creek, flowing to the Macquarie River, urging abattoirs and river-cleaning measures. He warned the creek is heavily contaminated and called for action by Bathurst Council at next meeting.
Herbert Flockton, 54, a groom, faced Paddington Police Court over alleged theft of £2 from Frederick Kimpton of Bayswater Hotel. A young woman testified, claiming Flockton received two sovereigns in exchange for slivers and did not return the change. Flockton was fined £8 or two months in jail, with time allowed to pay.
A historical notice warns readers to beware of inferior extracts sold as Sand er and One Pure Bucalyptt Extract. It cites a Supreme Court of Victoria test and authorities confirming the genuine product’s safety, reliability, and superior experience compared with crude preparations.
A short notice from Angue and Robertson Ltd solicits old China for purchase. The firm, based at 996 Cascieragraret, Smee, invites readers to bring or contact them for booksellers and fine art dealing opportunities.
London dispatch reports King Tiwari bidding farewell to Lady Dudley amid a stylized ceremony. The message is incomplete with garbled text about an apparent departure for Australia and a royal farewell event.
A fragmented report notes massive fires consuming the town of Chichdim Makheen and nearby Duluth, with authorities warning of extensive damage and loss. The document references large quantities of timber and ore and mentions Duluth Minnewala and Lake Sonerog as geographic anchors amid the disaster.
In Glamorganshire Swansea eleven workers and twelve chainmen vote to join a union amid wage cut tensions. Final ballots among operatives show broad but split opposition to a 3 percent wage decrease linked to employer positions. Efforts to avert a strike hinge on accepted terms and timing.
Heavy rain in England damages the hop crop. The total hop acreage under cultivation fell across key counties including Herefordshire Kent and Worcestershire. The crop is reported to be of inferior quality, with the hop acreage and output noted in early estimates.
Automobilism note reports the Flore Cup event run over a course of about 22 kilometers in Bologna Italy. The winner was Naxarra driving a vehicle averaging 74 miles per hour.
In London on a Monday evening, Queensland premier Kidston was to be hosted by Sir Horace Tourer for a farewell banquet before a planned departure for Paris. Delays in discussions over the oversea Strait Mill service postpone his departure to Wednesday, with potential annual savings estimated at £26000 for the Queensland government. The visit includes inter imperial trade talks and a new Queensland exhibition at Marble Hall, with a reading room being prepared for the display.
Bar silver quotes a per ounce price for an evening comment. The notation appears unclear with typos and missing figures. This brief item records market chatter rather than a full price update or formal quotation.
London Monday Evening. Members of the Catholic Society of Spain met at Westminster to express sympathy with the Eurharismc Congress and its aims, underscoring support for peace and unity in Europe.
London dispatch reports Dinuzulu, once imprisoned on conspiracy to murder charges, has recovered after a recent blood vessel rupture. He remains under medical care while awaits trial.
The wheat afloat for the United Kingdom is estimated at 1,560,090 quarters and for the Continent at 1,715,090 quarters. Shipments of American wheat to Europe this week were from Atlantic ports 471,000 quarters and from Pacific ports 14,000 quarters. The total shipments to Europe last week were 1,290,000 quarters with 129,000 quarters by Argentina and Uruguay from ?
A garbled report notes a Tuesday 1.34 incident near Kiama and Bombo with delays after clearing. It recalls a prior fine for cattle straying on the railway and mentions a public meeting at Kurragulle about a train extension.
A presidential address to the Panera League in Heflin argues that Germany should enter into a peace accord with Great Britain on naval armaments. The speech stresses the risk of arms race and calls for restraint to avoid escalation and secure stability.
The fragmentary report recalls the death of Reverend D Laseron linked to a 1874 UK case. It mentions his employment, movements, and a high profile male figure in the inquiry, with references to places such as Waukwe and Lithgow and a parliamentary connection. The text is garbled but centers on a fatal church figure and an associated investigation.
Aldermen debated the proposed structure along the street and the legality of balcony extensions. The motion to remove the balconies drew mixed public and council reactions, with ward officials citing safety and zoning concerns while some praised the design as practical.
Auction withdrawals and upcoming wool sale dates announced with notes on hospital committee leadership, recent train incident at Gravesend, and various local occurrences. Mentions injury cases, cathedral activities, and historical references to Mr. Giles’s early political involvement.
A brief item notes an unusual sales event at a local station and market area. Roskaoliers and stationers Fer Seeateic Cray are mentioned alongside Loom Crest Puppermink Gare, with details suggesting a late evening sale or delivery.
A fragmented account details a ceremonial change at the top with mention of the Governor General and high officials, alongside scattered notes on naval movements, battles, and political figures. The text references Melbourne, Australia and figures tied to colonial governance, military actions, and succession debates during a period of upheaval.
Police investigate a Monday afternoon burglary at Mrs Marti Goldstein’s home in Mosman where a pearl brooch, pearl necklace, diamond ring, gold watch chain, and a pearl teardrop brooch were taken along with cash totaling several pounds. The entry opened the front room as intruders searched for valuables.
The text appears as a garbled report mentioning wool season districts and several unnamed firms in varied places. It references ore clips, early shearing districts, and stores with wool related activity, but many words are unreadable or misordered. The readable fragments identify Mos Wineheombr and Carson as possibly associated locations or firms.
Fragmented OCR notes report Gilgandra shire matters including offices, elects, and local events. Mentions ex Premiers, a nine year old boy, river crossings, and a Saturday social washed away by the river in distance, reflecting a chaotic local scene.
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