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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 25, 1908
Page
7
Weather summary reports continued rainfall across the region with chances of showers through the week. The notice cites unsettled conditions, cooler temperatures, and rising urban flood risk, urging residents to monitor advisories and plan travel accordingly.
Readable fragments show a regional athletics event at the Sydney venue with mentions of associations, memberships, and various races. Names like Le Bars and Tim appear among a list of participants and results, though the OCR is noisy and some details are uncertain.
Alfred Jackson stands accused in a Leeds court of conspiring to murder and perjury amid chaotic testimony. Witnesses describe the “Memeletere” article and references to the Nighty Arend Jones case. Proceedings include remarks by Parkar and Walker, with pleas of not guilty and tentative truth defenses.
In Newcastle the case to appoint a wages board was heard with the Linyd union secretary Mr Ti present and Messrs Lloyd and Calley nominated by the union for representation. The Master Be Taliere’s Association backed Messrs Pitt and Balt for examination, but the board decided to defer action and consider appointments of the two gentlemen named by Mr Lloyd and Mr Lloyd again.
In Batmala Policy Courase morning fra, a grocer on Waslaead im Maranale Street, Waimat, faced charges over selling pepper adulterated with unsafe matter. The magistrate ruled the pepper contained no deleterious substance but noted an issue with the supply. Debates in the House of Representatives cited Mr. Carr 8selaine! lt Comair as part of a larger budget discussion.
Proceedings opened in a Glasgow tramway court over an alleged gambling incident at Harris Street Ultima. Albert Read faced a charged gathering of 12 tramway employees within a hotel parlor where a box and coins were circulated. Witnesses described a disorderly scene as police intervened and money changed hands amid denials from defendants. The defense claimed no gambling occurred and that a meeting was convened about tramway matters. The case adjourned for further hearing on Wednesday.
In Castral Cemmons Court this morning Thomas Budd faced Joseph Miller over a kitchen scuffle at a Pitt Mifeet restaurant. Miller restrained Budd then recovered porridge from Budd’s hands. Budd armed with a chair, they fought. Budd fined five pounds and costs. Miller warned and released after mutual blame.
City Building Surveyor has nearly completed plans for new markets at the corner of Way and Engage streets. The redevelopment aims to ease tendering and compliance, with officials addressing property terms and rebuilding steps to avoid delays and ensure a prompt start.
Eris Tat Casson and Jeannie Cameron led the Flying Handicap field with Footles and Malrana among other starters. Ungarte Narad Bax Lord Dunroy and Narads Han contested the Tiranna Handicap with Ungar the favorite, while Morok Lady Bess Gloss and Merok no other starters went to post in the Exeralochy Handicap with Merok winning by two lengths.
Town Clerk reports receipt of a consumer letter from Strand Electric Company relaying a note to suspend supply unless wiring upgrades are done at no cost to customers. The company says it will continue service to the district until the issue is resolved, with authorities to be advised.
The report details private cables from London and Sydney on Thursday with copper stock activity and bids. Prices fluctuated across blocks in Broken Hill Mount Lyvil Wallaroo, Mount Morgan and other stations while southern bears hesitated to sell for cash.
The hearing on the divorce petition of Maria Marella formerly Ryas against Matthew Callagh(e)s, formerly Callaghan, was continued. The judge indicated not ready to grant a divorce today amid disputed grounds and pending further evidence.
Willis sought a divorce from Evhel Margaret Wills formerly Maxton alleging adultery with Richard Carter. The court found no cross charges of wilful neglect or connivance and granted the petition with a decree nisi to be moved absolute in six months.
At Semtown Police Court Constable J A Grima of Marrickville sued William Head for interference with the Marrickville road footpath on September 6. Discrepant evidence followed as witnesses claimed or denied presence near the scene. The magistrate called the matter serious but left the decision unresolved.
Angsedale Enfield and Western Suburbs Clubs clash in the NSW Cycling Union inter-sub competition at Homebush. The distance is 30 miles with a 9:90 p. m. start. Hawkesbury Vercelle and Breakgan are listed for Park Stakes and Dingtown for Dock Kin engagements. A cricket gathering at Walkers Street Masonic Hall, Worth Budcey, follows with trophies from last season to be awarded.
Fragments indicate fires at Mortdale and Willoughby causing destruction to residences and outbuildings. The text mentions Richard Hardy and local property losses, with references to a suspicious spark and a light source. Further readable names include Edward Gack and Hercules-sirvel Willoughby, but details are unclear.
A gathering of milk suppliers from multiple districts met at the Great Southern Motel to sanction price changes by the Freeh Food antite Compecy. Presided by Mr. Porcer, the session discussed setting a 13th centant price and planned outreach with the Fresh Food and New Company to ensure compliance.
Alred Wilding, a local grocer in Glebe Street, was bitten by a snake while delivering groceries near North Ryde. He stepped down from his cart to examine a damaged item and was bitten, the snake noted to be active for the season. The incident occurred as the reptile repelled and struck swiftly.
The Industrial Court session on the Shop Assistants Union of New South Wales heard Stuart Robertson on behalf of the union seeking wake review for the industry. Advocates pressed adjournment as notices of authentication were distributed last Saturday. Notices ranged from Walland to Newcastle and suburbs including West Walland and Kurr Kirk. Representatives from Master Packers Association and New South Wales Retail Grocers Association supported adjournment. The court noted union members in many industries and adjourned the matter to March 20.
Bankruptcy court proceedings list adjournments in the creditor petition matter E Webb and Company versus Robert Samuel Ger Dili with service issues noted. A voluntary sequestration case for George Peasing of Halderstrost and associates is also titled detailing traders and firms involved.
A public meeting of Wraleng echind te iar VYolsatear Ene Drigadm held under wireless message from HM S Gibraltar. Details unreadable but indicates a formal gathering with official maritime communication context.
Alderman Evan Jones told Evenly News at Whis nordiwar of a plan to widen Hilzabeth and Liverpool streets. The project would trim the park slice from Liverpool to St James Road, extend the park’s lawn, and widen footpaths. Cost eyed at about 150 pounds with minimal opposition, aiming to enhance two main thoroughfares.
Fragmentary OCR yields a garbled record with multiple proper nouns such as Cap Capel, Gerard, Heyward, and Bullen. It mentions ships, timbers, a funeral cargo, and various curiously rendered places like Easton and Queensiaiy borg, but the overall event is unclear and no coherent narrative emerges.
Fragmented OCR notes describe heat, wind, and dust sweeping a region south of Lachinn. Mentions squally conditions, a foretaste of summer, and scattered references to places and entities obscured by garbled text.
Fragmentary OCR note reports delays in interstate shipping and courier service. Mentions Mr Meiner, Na, and Sree in vague context with no clear dates, places, or organizations clearly identified.
The advertisement markets men’s surfing costumes with lightweight, comfortable fabrics for sea wear. It highlights long jerseys for freedom in the water and lists two piece costumes in navy blue with red white or gold edging. Prices shown as 6/6 and related sailor gear teased.
A rare aehivers van drawn by a sturdy horse, driven by Herbert Camphail, bolted from the central entrance of the Queen Victoria Markets in George Street Sydney. Police and bystanders pursued. the horse tore toward Market Street tram rails, narrowly missing a collision. Stewart, a traffic constable, grabbed the bridle but the vehicle struck a tram and rails, injuring bystanders. The horse escaped uninjured, the vehicle damaged, and the driver saved from serious injury due to prompt action. Arthur Jones of Marrickville owns the horse, and Stewart has been awarded by the Royal Humane Society for his quick rescue.
A hawker near Homebush Road Strathfield prompted police after a theft spree was detected. Mrs Priges reported valuables missing including a watch and jewellery valued around 216. The inquest into Willis Campbell’s death at Summer Hill returned a verdict of accidental death.
OCR text outlines land sales and ads with prices and acreages. Mentions Liverpool Caivemarta Pere Lewes areas and a plan for land transfer. Includes references to a store, weaving ad and page 5 notice.
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