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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 19, 1908
Page
15
Births and deaths listed with names and brief relations. A collision inquiry noted by Marina Court regarding the Ajat and Leura in Port Phillip. Public notices include a weekly prize poem and an advertising capsule contest.
A tailoring ad touts fashionable fabrics and hand tailored suits at fixed prices 637 70 75 and 84 shillings. It invites customers to request a fashion folder with patterns and self measure and promises attentive service and satisfaction.
The piece treats submarine development from early trials to its current naval role. It notes Fulton’s early work, Confederate use, electric propulsion, and Spanish and British experiments. It highlights Britain’s leading submarine fleet, North Sea trials, and the debate over submarines in naval strategy and coastal defense.
The passage highlights the importance of an auxiliary force allied to a British naval squadron for protecting Australia’s maritime frontiers. It argues such a force would be invaluable in emergencies, serving as a vigilant and practical extension of naval defense.
A fragmentary report discusses German army manoeuvres as realistic, noting heavy casualties and strict discipline. It suggests the exercise could mislead observers about true combat demands and reflects on historical discipline and strategic planning amid war tensions.
London dispatch notes German operations in Alsace Lorraine carried out with severity. Around 1,000 soldiers likely killed and 250 wounded in early clashes. Reports emphasize heavy fighting and strategic consequences in the region.
News from Sydney this morning confirms the steamer Akon was wrecked near Christmas Island. A life boat with five men aboard reached Fanning Island, while authorities plan to salvage and assess potential castaways and cargo. A rescue vessel may call at Christmas Island to aid the search and gathering of survivors.
Major-General Luard, whose wife was killed in a summer sorrow in a lonely wood near Sevenoaks, Kent, died by his own hand on the railway line at West Farleigh after spending the night at Barham Court. He had left Waters declaring he could no longer bear the agony for the murder of his wife and questioned by newspapers about the missing clues.
The article notes a steady fall in tuberculosis deaths from 1906 to 1907 and an overall decline in death rates per thousand. It credits improved treatment and public education, but warns hygiene standards and dairy regulation need tightening, and calls for cleaner streets to further reduce disease.
A Wright Aeroplane accident near Wazhinzisa injures Grvilte wrleni and Lieutenant Sel fridme after a midair blade failure during a high manoeuvre. The craft descended rapidly, throwing both occupants to the ground. Orvillé Wright suffered a fractured leg while Lieutenant Srnfridge died from injuries. London, Pricay Evening Edition.
The Wright brothers experience the most serious aviation incident yet as a propeller blade breaks causing an overturn. Earlier tests showed a controlled swing and recovery, but passengers may soon be provided with parachutes. Inventors prefer relying on their own devices rather than external safety gear.
London reported a Jubilee at St Peter's as Pope celebrated with thousands of congratulatory telegrams. The Pontiff, ordained in 188, has long served in church offices and was made Bishop in 189 d and Cardinal in ikoY. He has led the church since August 4, 10054.
A four day match between Champion County Yorkshire and England at Kenvington Gyai ends in a draw. Yorkshire posted 170 for two in their first innings as England's bowlers struggled to dismiss the hosts.
A humorous note on lost items at the railway station shows people misplacing belongings from bicycles to stepladders and umbrellas. The piece ribbed the public for lax recovery efforts, lamenting unclaimed goods like cosmetics, soaps, and fringe items while mocking the notion of universally careless travelers and the handling of luggage by authorities.
London Friday Evening. The Evening News promotes a marathon ace and forecasts a high level field for the October 10 race. Many well known professionals have entered.
London Friday evening report shows bar silver at Je per ounce standard, reflecting market pricing in the metal trade.
Friday evening Mr Alfred Mi son of Coventry Liberal will move a bill in the House of Commons dealing with the unemployed unless the government defers the measure.
The German Emperor reiterates hope to continue work for the maintenance of peace at the Inter-Parliamentary Conference in Berlin in a friendly exchange. The report notes his commitment amid ongoing discussions on European stability and diplomatic effort.
In the London chess championship Duseldorf match Dr Lasher won six games, Dr Tarresch won three, and three draws. The winner of the first night game will decide the victor.
A fragment discusses Fisher's Phosphorine as a remedy to ward off diabetes, improve health, and prevent issues. It mentions medicines, tonics, and instructions to take drops, praising a doctor at a Bavall Cost and noting a claim about ten drops making a goer.
Classified notice announces an auction sale at the Rooms in Pitt on September 5 with unrecovered pledges. John P. Javer appears as the listed organizer.
The readable lines describe Cantera trade terms and a battle scene reference. It mentions Fanning Istand and Simin in a high altitude setting, with a note that Copra and EUAN are exported. The text includes garbled phrases about roads and distances alongside oceanic export commodities.
Mr J H L Davies director of Land and Finance Company Limited collapsed suddenly on a street and died after a brief illness. Funeral arranged for Monday with relatives including Dr Heginald Davies of Chapeh alfort and J Mc Davies noted among those attending.
A fragmented historical account discusses exploration themes in Central Asia and ancient fortifications. It mentions the Great Wall near the Chinese border, Chinese explorers, and various figures linked to early surveying, with references to 10th century contexts and later Western interpretive attempts.
Fragmentary report notes Sir T F Buxton and Bir Rowell Buxton tied in an event associated with Landon. Former South Australian governor is mentioned amid unclear wording and partial phrases. No clear outcome or date obtainable from the legible text.
A violent assault left Inka Anderson injured after a confrontation Friday at Water Polis Come the Morning. Thoman Calvin, 24, was arrested and faced charges of assault with a police investigation continuing. The suspect denied the accusations and lawyers prepared for court proceedings.
Fragmentary listing shows skins tanning and fashion firms with unclear names and street references. Mentions Moore Street near GIO and 696 George Street with a phone contact. Odds are it is a local business directory fragment without coherent events.
Fragmented OCR item discusses cutlery sales and basic bed mold makers. Mentions Joseph Roders and Sons, Harrison Bros., A Howson, Wiigfeld, Erwin, Ge, Cullens Cenfema, and Bydner. Invites readers to request a catalog or price list.
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