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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 19, 1908
Page
16
A lengthy report of Rosehill racing events highlighting weather, crowd, and morning notes, with detailed results for races including the Tarrabandie Stakes and Pamellia Stakes. It lists horses, trainers, distances, placings, and payouts, noting Parsee’s late bid to win the Iron.
In a chaotic racecard style listing a handicap event, Lady Wilde by Nobleman takes the prize with an implied stake and noting the trainer B. Lewis. The entry includes distant and unclear references to Trist Mentmorn On Graefes Borodino and related horses with weights and oddities, reflecting an aged racing summary fragment.
Epping meetings feature several handicap events over a mile and 1 4 mile, with Piccaninny and Pieraainny among starters. Fred N. and Sweet Maric show strong bets, Meurea wins the Epping Handicap in a photo finish, while Trudger and Vanlock place in the Tramway Handicap. Jockey F. Wontham faced suspension in connection with suspicious activity.
During a period of heavy storms the Public School was struck twice by lightning while children sheltered inside. The department was said to have begun removal of debris and workers prepared plans to repair the roof and build a new teacher’s residence. A demolition and erection project for nearby housing was noted as planned.
A concert and social was held at Balmain on Friday to aid the family of the late Mr. and Mrs. Halliday who recently suffered destitution. Attendance was good. Contributors included Kitty Nichols, Risit Green, Nellis Craydom, L. Benjamin, S. Quin, Lin fon, Molly King, El Mine, Billy Pouchara, Daby Watkins, Toussard Harry Hock J. Walt Stubbs, 8, and others. Murrius Hzelle Brass Band provided music.
Tas waual Sunday afternoon reelint upos the eran prean in the Sydney Tavin Hall will be given to-morrow, Mr Alchont Kar. at rader of St. Paul's Church, Burmond, will pro side at the netrument, Mr. Kay's programme is of varied Invereet, and among of his items will be Bach's Toccata and Pyene in Minor guile Gechique (Bohlmann) Pistorate (Lemare) and Abide With Me firtdlo.
Constance Odteire Shultz a 35 year old married woman living at 35 Evans Court Balmain was found dead in her car this morning. Police attended and the body was taken to the Morgue at Circular Quay. Preliminary details suggest heavy drinking and possible suffocation while intoxicated.
The 24th anniversary of the Central Methodist Mission and the opening of the Vickery Mission Settlement Buildings are marked with plans for a two day program. Dr Flicbett of Melbourne will speak at services while the Premier and other speakers attend a large public meeting in the Lyceum Hall. The event aims to highlight the mission’s growth and broader community work.
An inquest on August 3 in Caister, England, heard the case of Dueld Wall, about 25, a domestic servant in Yarmouth. Martha Whitwood testified Wall mixed two packets of poison in water, attempted self harm with a razor, then took poison and walked to Yarmouth. A verdict of suicide was returned.
The 151 mile Dunlop Road Race from Goulburn to Sydney began at 8 o'clock with a large crowd enjoying splendid weather. Notable riders included L Wiseman winner of yesterday's 10 mile race and H Larcombe, both poised for strong showings. Track reported in rough condition with several incidents, a broken handlebar, knee injury, and punctures affecting some competitors. Over 100 starters produced a record field, with results and arrivals at Picton and Manster noted.
At Mittagong locals showed great interest in the Goulburn to Sydney Road event as the first rider, W. J. Ragsley, rode with strength. The contest continued for about four minutes with competitors including A. Lareolabe and others following closely.
Thousands gathered at Ashfield for the final round of the event with Sub-Inspector Baxter keeping a clear track. Notable finishes included Robinsion Coomas in 38 minutes handicap, Larcoman Gowhorn in 82 minutes handicap, and Mugne Merrylands with a fast riding time. The day saw favorable weather and a record performance by G Horder, the previous fastest holder.
The Australasian Cycling Championship Meeting at Brisbane Cricket Ground drew about 200 spectators on a cool day. NSW riders competed in the mile, two mile handicap and five mile events with mixed results as Atherton and Mitton led the mile, Rumtora edged Mullog in the two mile, and Beett won the five mile heat amid a challenging pace and weather conditions.
In a tense encounter at Spacey Sports Ground Metropolitan edged Northern Districts 3 to 1. Davidson and Richards starred for the Metros with early pressure, while W Jennings and Eley exchanged attempts for the visitors as the second half saw sustained Metropolitan attacking and a late goal surge sealing the win.
Sydney won 3 to 3 in a muddled match at the Sydney Sports Ground. W. Harmon and Stapleton scored for Sydney, with Eads saving several Northern Suburbs efforts. Wiles narrowly denied several Northern Suburbs chances as the home side shifted momentum in the second half.
A breakdown on a Circular Quay tram line caused a eight minute delay as trams returned via Calbreagh could not pass a block near Pill Eirest. Dispatching leading trams to Hunter and King Roads without stops drew praise from passengers but raised safety concerns after a near accident. West suburban trains also faced delays due to railway block and gauge issues while crews rushed to restore service.
A gold discovery near Parmabs at the head of Consewal reefs in Riout 16 miles from Crasnock prompts a private party led by Tams Russell and Edward Donnaldson to explore. Prospectors reported auriferous shales, galena, and rich mineral shows along a corridor through the Ly Coesnock area, drawing interest for potential mining development.
An OCR fragment describes a new German Leviathans project by Narogeurine Livid Company and Canal Company planning a 13 percent stake, using a Reyway route to Australia. Belief centers on a Taul private Hearns Wilcon and Tiger of 13.0 percent fans to be sent next year for an Australia voyage.
Glorious weather and a calm forecast raise expectations for Reems success as 90 Amer.1H Fleet is timed to pass Tattioat tomorrow at Wlortock in the morning. From Kanowm to the Wrall Biter, vessels of all classes will be posted to witness the event, with a unique exposure expected if the weather holds.
Friday afternoon a royal distribution of prizes at Ragged School by Bre. J. C. Dan for Mrs. Gries. The annual event, long awaited, honored all pupils with presentations. The meeting, the last of its kind in the Be Atrebace area, preceded the move to new premises in Albion. Teachers Mise Paterson and Mise Dowi, with Mrs. A. Ashdown and Revs J. G Southby and J. Marerave, attended the retention ceremony, featuring a height Musical programme by the pupils.
Reports from Fremantle state the Aeon Bag has wrecked on Chilateras Island. The craft carried Chaplain Patrick and family, plus Captain Muddett and three of his children, with American Fleet remnants en route to Manila. Communication to Admiral Speery relies on flag signals after passing Rotter. Warships expected to pass the island around 7:00 tomorrow, with arrangements for the Kayownee signal.
A report reviews a flooded mix of incidents and updates in New South Wales. It notes a failed line repair near Clifton Bulls, arrival of a Gibraltar relief crew for HMA Challenger and Promethene, and a body found in a Yamba waterhole with an open verdict. Week earnings for NSW railways and trams show increases, while a printer Harry Clampett suffers a hand injury at Burney Hospital. Councillor D Cameron is knocked down but recovering, and Morbert Jafferen becomes General Agent for the British Crown Assurance Corporation with a new Sydney office at 156 Macquarie Street guided by Arthur B Wise, ex-casual clerk at insurers.
A death occurred at noon on the Steamer Wartiatos before departure for New Zealand. W. White, a well known Wellington resident, had gone to England for winter medical care. He fell ill in his cabin and died suddenly as the ship neared Circular Quay. The body was removed to the morgue by the Civis Am.
A letter of introduction is prepared to be sent to a prominent motel. The message mentions ongoing contact with the Signses Memorial Fund and references plans for an imminent home project, seeking support or recognition for the cause.
At a council meeting of the Australasian Lawn Tennis Association held Friday evening at Aaron's, X. Brookes was appointed leader for Australasia. The team is set to face America in the Davis Cup preliminaries with matches listed for dates on the 47th, 18th, and 1yth. The association announced lineup details and travel plans.
The annual meeting of the New Guinea Missionaries Association was held in the Chapter House with the Vicar General presiding. Attendees heard of steady progress in the field, prayed for strength, noted bishopric illness, and urged renewed support to sustain the mission’s work in the region. The report was received with broad sympathy and a desire to continue expansion.
In Lilite Bay the church reopened after repairs led by Rev Hy W Mort. The Viewr-Cengral will open a mission church at The Warren with Rev We Martin guiding the project. Foundations laid for a church near Wall by Primale ai Coomumble. The Dar Feba Church nears completion and Lew Acneta Church receives approval. lay workers named for Hageabri by Messrs Mackenzie and Syren.
Fragmented OCR text shows a chaotic shipping update referencing coastwise mixed cargoes, multiple ports, and company names. It hints at winter freight movement, captain mentions, and anticipated arrivals but unreadable portions obscure specifics about timelines, destinations, and responsible firms.
The foreman found the office shutter damaged this morning and noted a burglary attempt. Intruders rifled a drawer and took small items from a safe, while another safe remained untouched. Tools and marks suggested a hurried entry as guards suspected a planned break in.
A chaotic report describes a grasshopper swarm attacking crops and eggs, with vast numbers of juveniles and adults causing damage. It mentions a king of aveshoppers and notes extraordinary losses across Allandale and nearby areas, highlighting the scale and disruption of the infestation.
Fragmented OCR passage appears to describe a naval or maritime event aboard the Miltiades with garbled dialogue and scattered details. It mentions Pekay and We frien and references wake, skewers, health, and wealth, but definitive actions, dates, or outcomes are not clear. The readable parts hint at a shipboard scene with scattered names and phrases but lack coherent narrative.
A Sunday mining accident in the Cobar area leaves several workers injured. Rescue efforts continue as government and company officials investigate the scene and assess the condition of those affected. Local hospitals report multiple cases of injuries with varying severity.
Fragmentary OCR records a medieval style dispute with references to a Mr and Mrs with accusations of assault and a payment of five pounds or two tools. The garbled narrative mentions a door, a water battle, and a public scene with unclear names and dates.
Commonwealth Weather Bureau forecasts cold squalls and south east winds sweeping the south west district with snow on higher slopes. Rain dents New South Wales affecting travel to Sydney while a railway accident injured a laborer and prompted ambulance transport to hospital.
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