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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 10, 1908
Page
6
Deliberations over the Australian Eleven ahead of the England tour continue amid board disagreements and rumors of altering financing. J Darling mediates between states to secure player support while preserving the honor system and proposed matches for fund raising.
The readable lines describe a ballot in Social No 3 and an appropriation plan involving shares and repayment terms. The text is fragmented but references Tow Hal, Pierre Bociett Societies, and an EO free of interest repayment over several years.
Nicetus sets a Melbourne style pace with a brisk mile and a furlong effort. Peru and King's Cross show form, while many horses clock fast six and seven furlongs with times around one minute or slightly under. Strong activity across the track with several horses extending to a mile and beyond and others recording steady rounds.
At Victoria Park this morning the tan track hosted gallops finishing with varied strides. Miss Enes eased to half pace while Ove Lord moved freely, slipping four miles and finishing strongly in the final furlongs. Thrust and Tarlien led two year olds through half miles, Wallasey carried a heavy weight and tired late, with several others like Lady Wilde Tiny Tim and Blend also clocking useful spins.
A resident of Woonona identified as Mrs Bennett, an elderly widow, was fatally burned in her cottage after a fire started in the bedroom. Neighbors heard smoke, unlocked doors forced entry, and Mrs Bennett was removed to hospital but died before reaching Bull Cottage Hospital.
Lord Dudley and His Excellency with Mr Mark Blow visit Government House Brdt ney as Crown Studios presents full length portraits. The captions praise the photographer Crews Studion for lighting and posing, noting the portraits and enlargements reflect credit on the studio and attract attention to Crown Station.
The Belle of Mayfair booking opens for the first performance of The Ells of Mayfair at the Criterion Theatre on Saturday. Applications for seats and menus are to be received from today by the manager at Criterion Theatre up to the 18th. Seats are allocated by applications, with protections in place for seven years.
A Marine Inquiry in No 2 District Court examined the August collision at Port Jackson entrance between steamships Cate and Pasco. Witnesses including officers of the Cate and Pasco described speeds, lights, whistle signals, and evasive actions as the vessels neared Noris Head, Middle Head, and South Reef, with differing recollections of lights and orders.
A public meeting at Quean's Fall Pittarwest on Wednesday discussed relief for tramway workers who lost positions after a strike. Mr A Kelly chaired and noted employers had pledged funds. workers were urged to subscribe. Several offers of free venue use were announced to aid fundraising efforts.
Witnesses describe the Parora and Colac collision near Manly Harbour as both ships steered toward Middle Head. Captain and crew accounts note whistles, evasive maneuvers, and the Parora’s position as the collision occurred close to the starboard bow.
At the Consral Police Cour this morning Fisierion Cooper a fityman William Kober enn a kubarer not Colin M'Rougall a barman were rbiiged for having assaulted William Welsh in teimpany causing bin rieyous bodily arm y. Witnesses described a violent attack after a drink and cards game. Welsh was taken to Sydney Hospital with a fractured jaw while the defendants protested their innocence.
A City Council luncheon at Town Hall drew the Lord Mayor and aldermen together to toast the new chair and future aims. Several aldermen announced candidacy, while attendees from Artner Farm Cove and Sydney honored the Governor’s presence.
An incident in No 4 B48 court morning injures a man who is knocked down by a motor car the victim suffers severe pain and is unable to work for months doctors order X rays but surgery is limited by charity and the man contemplates hospital admission despite promises to resume work. A court scene reveals a tense exchange with Judge Rogers and statements about responsibility. Fisher, leader of the Federal Labour Party, urges voters in New South Wales to trust Parliament to select the best capital site and to accept the Parliament’s verdict.
Fragmented letters discuss vinegar labeling and safety while readers debate American and Australian viewpoints. Plans for a Burns or Squires boxing bout in Sydney are analyzed with figures on gate money and potential remuneration for Johnson, Burns, and promoters.
An Irish style court report notes a forged arrangement involving cabinet minister claims. The accused, Theiyph Baye, faces multiple charges with sentences set to run concurrently. witnesses reference coerced payments and attempted influence regarding a government post.
A scanned notice lists public holidays by district and date with districts such as Carn Yours Wages Wyalong Wollendilty and Gouthurn. The dates span September and December with days of the week noting Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and Monday.
Mi uplinewurst Sessions William Sheppard faces a lated entry for a restraining and entering offense. Shimpard already served a prior pine months for a similar crime. Government cautions on Tivoli Beach purchase terms and North Harbour funding outlined in discussion.
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