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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 25, 1908
Page
8
Judge Elmpsom rules in a divorce case between Den GNI Cesictlo and Veron'. After months of trial the court finds constructive desertion proven and grants a decree for divorce on the grounds stated, with support noted in the record despite some doubt about the peculiarity of circumstances.
A court considers whether constructive desertion and alleged improper conduct justify a divorce petition. The judge weighs whether a marital relationship existed after a period of separation and the accused behavior, including confrontations and alleged adulterous conduct, influenced the final decree.
James Stange petitions for a divorce from Nellie Main Blagg formerly Little alleging adultery and misconduct. The petition claims the respondent was guilty of fulsome misconduct and that reconciliation is unlikely. The judge grants the petition and dissolves the marriage with no chance of remarriage for the respondent.
Fragmented OCR notes describe Anbott and Marciveer reporting for A B Triges and Vshengion Farket of the Abstralise-Alrinen company. Mention appears of a steamer Gleales and prices, with garbled names and places, likely a shipping or export piece.
In the last round completed Thursday, top four positions are secure as Presbyterian Ladies College Ex-Students and Kerribees vie for symmetry. Matches highlight Misses Griffith and Ritchie defeating Baird and Croker 6 2, 6 3, with Kerribees showing solid defense on the Kerribies Court. Postponements and rules to curb them are questioned as good players travel weekly, while Strathfield Tournament events promise further strong contests tomorrow featuring Parker, Wrimbt, and doubles champions.
Industrial Court session opened over a wage dispute at the Bulli Colliery Coke Works involving drivers and pitmen. Officials appointed to form a mediation board include Walter Edsnunds as chairman nominee, with Kelymuck and others seeking to resolve the clash between colliery owners and workers. The hearing adjourned to a later date as the board preparation continued.
Delegates at the Australasian Baptist Congress discussed uniform salaries for missionaries and allowances. A motion to standardize payments across Australia and related agencies was approved for each state to consider. A greeting letter was ordered to Baptist missionaries in Eastern Bengal.
In Nyngan police court Charles Mann was remanded on a murder charge involving Princie Manpio Burke for September 17. Evidence from Senior-Sergeant Burrows, Burke, Dr. Michael Bockley, and Mrs. Dunn detailed Burke receiving about 26 grains of shot mainly to the hip and arms, with non fatal wounds. Bail set at 120 pounds with one surety or two of 50 pounds. The proceedings touch on federal Parliament timing and local milk market concerns.
The text previews the cricket season with unsettled notes on players and venues. It mentions possible venues such as Branch Bale Rapa and 38 Park-at and hints at pricing and schedules for matches this season.
Rugby Walon footballers travel to Sydney in August under manager Mr June M Ma Dollar to begin a match schedule, training on shore and aboard the RMS Omrah. The opponents are Devon or a Devon county team, with a strong NZ and South African context noted. The NSW Rugby League team under Mr J J Gillivan is set to arrive on the Macedona and play its first match against Mid-Rhon da in October.
A tense chase through Liverpool street Hyda Park and Commonwealth street ended with a man captured by Constables Burridge Anderson and Hush near Goulburn street. He faced a police court remand on charges of possessing suspected stolen property, with an owner still sought for a gold chain.
At Burwood Palace Court before Mr Maynaud the case involved alleged cruelty to sheep carried in a cart to a market. Constable Pearce corroborated evidence. defendant claimed creatures were transported reasonably. Magistrate dismissed the information.
Crowds filled Prince Alfred Park skating rink on Thursday evening as juveniles dominated the session with multiple championships and lively performances. A highlight featured a mayoral dance on skates in a fanciful costume, showcasing training payoffs and youthful energy.
Letters discuss rating improvers on industrial land in Woolwich Dock and Hunter's Hill. Advocates warn against hindering local industries with high rates, while criticizing policy aims and urging protection for developing sectors. The Australian shale industry is argued for limited state support, with reference to international firms and Standard Oil.
The Suva, a steamer from Fiji, arrived at Sydney after a brisk tug. It carried 1235 bushels of bananas among other cargo. Sydney residents welcome fresh supplies as local stocks have been short.
Auction notices list land and building lots with times and vendors, including Hardie and Gorman, Arilene Hickard and Co, H. W. Horning, Richartsen and Wench, and others. Locations include Centre Galate, Pive Dock, Suburban ots, Balmars, Strathfield Railway Station. Various dates note 3 pm and 2 pm sessions.
A historical shipping log lists arrivals and departures with many vessel names and captains. Entries include Iron Cairns Townerilla Rarer Mackay and Srie, captains William Foicht Richard Loey and others, detailing origin ports and cargo notes. Also mentions from New Zealand and various companies, with departures for Remzaatin and Makbowrns.
A fragmented Sydney Cove notice lists high water and ship movements including Teabai with trees for Nowe Infh Avekiann and Chalmers i sailing Tauratay Thasacar hulrelime. It records arrivals from Melbourne and Port Pirie with dates in September, mentions weather notes by W G Willams, and cites cargo details aboard several vessels including Bre and Bowe 8 Stay Pathe.
An OCR noisy passage describes weather patterns for Brisbane and northern regions, mentions Melbourne and Gearton Wart, and references rail and shipping discussions. Names and places are garbled, with several foreign phrases and unclear dates interspersed.
A three person gang led by Vriday Murphy cleaned out a shop yesterday at the Lier Jewel, taking a cache of good gold valued at 82 to for Lidoa Of Kold. The trio, described as three men, reportedly obtained the loot for 1 Yaya.
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