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  2. COUNTRY NEWS. COACHES SUPERSEDED BY RAILWAY.

    After running continually for about 30 years, the line of coaches from Narrabri to Walgett was discontinued during the week, when the last mail between Narrabri and Walgett by ...

    Article : 112 words
  3. METEOROLOGICAL REPORTS.

    {No abstract available}

    Detailed lists, results, guides : 836 words
  4. COUNTRY HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS.

    Upwards of 2000 persons visited bere yesterday. A fishing excursion by steamer attracted over 200 persons, who fished off Tweed Heads with poor success. Heavy rain fell ...

    Article : 725 words
  5. AMUSEMENTS. HER MAJESTY'S—"M0NSIEUR BEAUCAIRE."

    Notwithstanding the unsettled state of the weather there was a [?]ine house at Her Majesty's on Saturday evening, and "Monsieur Beaucaire," capitally played by Miss Maud Jeffries. Mr.Julius knight, and the rest ...

    Article : 69 words
  6. SHIPPING. ARRIVALS.—Jan.2.

    Omrah, R.M.S., 8291 tons, Captain F.S.Symons, from Landon, via ports. Passengers—Misses C. and G. A. Smith, Miss G. S. Adams, Mr. and Mrs. Gentle, Miss Cox, Mr. J. M'Kerrow, Mrs. A. J. Pickett and in[?]ant, ...

    Article : 759 words
  7. BOWLS. SATURDAY'S PLAY.

    {No abstract available}

    Detailed lists, results, guides : 222 words
  8. THEATRE ROYAL— THE PANTOMIME.

    The "Sleeping Beauty and the Beast" drew a fine matinee audience on Saturday, and the pa[?]tronage at the Theatre Royal in the evening was also satisfactory, As a sumptuous stage spectacle the pantomime is ...

    Article : 52 words
  9. THE LYCEUM—"THE GREAT WORLD OF LONDON."

    Judging from the crowded state of the Lyceum on Saturday evening the sensational drama "The Great, World of London" is as popular as ever, and though the theme has furnished the groundwork ...

    Article : 75 words
  10. BENEFICENCE OF THE GOVERNMENT.

    The sum of £10 was granted by the Government for expenditure to provide Christmas re[?]ief for the poor in this electorate. Half the amount was allotted to Lithgow, £2 each to ...

    Article : 45 words
  11. ST. LEONARDS v.CHATSWOOD.

    {No abstract available}

    Detailed lists, results, guides : 99 words
  12. THE CRITERION—" WHY WOMAN SINS."

    Mr.Charles Holloway's Christmas production entered upon its second week on Saturday evening, and the patronage bids fair to be encouraging for some time to come. The realistic stage pictures always ...

    Article : 60 words
  13. INCOME TAX RETURNS.

    Consequent on a paragraph in a recent issue of the "Herald," people here have been inquiring for income tax forms at the local postoffice, but none are obtainable. ...

    Article : 35 words
  14. THE PALACE—"MAMA'S NEW HUSBAND."

    Mr.George Stephenson's American Comedy Company have made a decided hit with the bright and laughable musical comedy, "Mama's New Husband," in which Mr. Charles J. Stine, Miss Olive Evans, and others ...

    Article : 100 words
  15. MUNICIPAL.

    The election of office-bearers of the Free[?]man's Reach Progress Association for the current term resulted as follows:—President, 'Mr.G.Nicholis, J.P.; vice-presidents, Messrs. ...

    Article : 50 words
  16. SUPPOSED WRECK ON THE NEW ZEALAND COAST.

    The harbourmaster at Karamea, N.Z.,reports that a large wreck must [?]ave taken place, as the following have been picked up, having been washed ashore: —Large ce[?]ar door, turned table legs, skylight, ...

    Article : 73 words
  17. CHATSWOOD v PETERSILAM.

    {No abstract available}

    Detailed lists, results, guides : 98 words
  18. THE TIVOLI.

    The latest of Mr. Harry Rickards' engagements made their opening bow to the Tivoli patrons on Saturday at the matinee, and were received with an amount of cordia[?]ity which augurs well for their future success. ...

    Article : 372 words
  19. FIRE AT BOURKE.

    A fire broke out last night at Fraser and Chapman's, bicycle agents, local coach office. The contents, which were insured for £200, were destroyed by fire and water. The cause ...

    Article : 50 words
  20. THE VINE BRANCH SPOKEN.

    Captain Robinson, master of the Currie liner Fortunatus, which arrived in port at midnight on Saturday, reports having spoken the steamer Vine Branch on Dec, 19 in lat. 34.46 S.and long. 115.40 E.She wished to ...

    Article : 67 words
  21. PETERSHAM v MOSMAN.

    {No abstract available}

    Detailed lists, results, guides : 157 words
  22. THE UNION LINERS.

    The Whangape left Suva on Thursday evening for Melbourne. The Wanaka arrived at Suva on Friday morning. The O[?]nah leaves Hobart to-morrow for Sydney. ...

    Article : 60 words
  23. THE CHURCHES.

    "Market day" for the Church of England produced £50 net. ...

    Article : 14 words
  24. DEATH OF A PIONEER.

    Mr. Michael Heraghty, sen., one of the pioneers of the Parkes district, passed away during the week at the age of 60 years. He had been associated with the history of Parkes ...

    Article : 106 words
  25. THE ERNEST S[?]E[?]FRIED.

    The French four-masted barque Ernest Siegiried arrived at Tehio, New Caledonia, on December 19, from San Francisco, to load [?]re. ...

    Article : 25 words
  26. THE SHIP MOUNT STEWART.

    Messrs. James Bell and Co. cleared the ship Mount Stewart on Saturday for Queenstown, for order. She takes away 26,220 bags wheat. ...

    Article : 27 words
  27. RANDWICK v CITY.

    {No abstract available}

    Detailed lists, results, guides : 164 words
  28. THE ST. LOUIS.

    The steamer St. Louis left Noumea on December 31 for Nehone, where she will load a cargo of 1500 tons of chrome ore for Sydney. ...

    Article : 28 words
  29. DEPARTURES.—Jan. 2.

    Ophir, R.M.S., for London, via ports. H.M.S. Royal Arthur, for Hobart. H.M.S. Torch, for Hobart. Yongala, s, for Fremantle, via ports. ...

    Article : 61 words
  30. TELEGRAPHIC SHIPPING NEWS.

    BRISBANE (500 miles).—Arr: Jan. 3, Lady Musgrave, s, from Clarence and Richmond Rivers; Burwah, s, from Rockhampton; lnnamineka, s, from Cairns. Dep: Jan. 2, Flinders, s, for Bundaberg; [?]onoowarra, s, and ...

    Article : 1,133 words
  31. SOUTH COAST.

    Mr.John M'Kinnon, living at Bulli Pass, an old resident of the district, died to-day aged 73 years. The Big Tree, one of the Bulli Pass sights, was in his property. The deceased was ...

    Article : 620 words
  32. QUEEN'S HALL—MEL. B. SPURR.

    Mr.Herbert Fleming and his principal, Mr. Mel. B. Spurr, are to be congratulated upon the fact that the public have quickly realised how much wholesome fun is to be obtained at the Queen's Hall. On Saturday ...

    Article : 73 words
  33. THE MAILS. THIS DAY.

    {No abstract available}

    Detailed lists, results, guides : 450 words
  34. PROJECTED DEPARTURES.—Jan, 4.

    Caledonien, F.M S., for Marse[?]s, via ports; Pretoria, s, Duroby, s, and Augusta, s, all for Tweed River; Baden Powell, s, for Nambucca River; Kincumber, s, for Camden Haven; Newcastle and Hunter River S.S. ...

    Article : 56 words
  35. BOHEMIAN DRAMATIC COMPANY.

    The Bohemian Dramatic Company produced the American drama "Buffalo Bill " in the marquce, opposite the Redfern Railway Station, on Saturday night. Mr. E. T. Cole appeared in the title role, and of her ...

    Article : 65 words
  36. ASHFIELD CLUB.

    {No abstract available}

    Detailed lists, results, guides : 118 words
  37. CLEARANCES.—Jan. 2.

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    Detailed lists, results, guides : 285 words
  38. MISS SYLVIA BLACKSTON'S FAREWELL CONCERT.

    The box plan opens at Paling's at 10 o'clock this morning for Miss Sylvia Blackston's farewell concert, which takes place at the Town Hall on Tuesday, January 12. An attractive programme has been ...

    Article : 124 words
  39. WAVERLEY CLUB.

    {No abstract available}

    Detailed lists, results, guides : 103 words
  40. BATHURST MUSICAL COMPETITION.

    The choral contests in connection with the Musical and Literary Association were brought to a close on Thursday night with a grand champion choral contest, in which only the Bathurst Choral Society and the ...

    Article : 457 words
  41. TOWN HALL RE[?]TALS.

    The advent of the New year was made the occasion of special recitals at the Town Hall. On Saturday night the, attendance was considerably larger than is usual. This was partly due to the holiday season, and ...

    Article : 139 words
  42. ST. LEONARDS BOWLING CLUB.

    {No abstract available}

    Detailed lists, results, guides : 241 words
  43. IMPORTS.—Jan. 2.

    {No abstract available}

    Detailed lists, results, guides : 218 words
  44. THE CYCLORAMA.

    This place of entertainment which long ago became one of the permanent institutions of Sydney, came in for a liberal share of patronage on Sa[?]urday, and the programme submitted was keenly enjoyed. ...

    Article : 39 words
  45. STEYNE COURT, MANLY.

    The attractions of the chute, tobogganing, etc., at Steyne Court, Manly, were well patron[?]ed on Saturday, and the novel excitement provided was much appreciated. ...

    Article : 33 words
  46. RIFLE SHOOTING.

    {No abstract available}

    Detailed lists, results, guides : 863 words
  47. ANNANDALE CLUB.

    Only one heat in the third round of the club championship was decided on Saturday, when Mr. A. W. Clark defeated Mr. John Hickey, the scores being 34 points to 30. The game was keenly contested ...

    Article : 98 words
  48. PARCEL MAIL.

    Parcels addressed to the United Kingdom, Egypt Ceylon, India, Malta, Kongkong, via the United Kingdom, will be received at the Parcel[?] Office, 151 Castlereagh-street, for transmission per ...

    Article : 173 words
  49. EXPORTS.—Jan. 2.

    {No abstract available}

    Detailed lists, results, guides : 334 words
  50. GLADSTONE PARK CLUB.

    {No abstract available}

    Detailed lists, results, guides : 88 words
  51. CASUALTIES. A NARROW ESCAPE FROM BURNING.

    About 1 o'clock on New Year's morning, while the Balmain corps of the Salvation Army carollers were playing and singing at the corner of Vincent and Ann streets. ...

    Article : 192 words
  52. DESPATCH OF MAILS FOR THE UNITED KINGDOM AND OTHER PLACES.

    {No abstract available}

    Detailed lists, results, guides : 141 words
  53. BALMAIN CLUB.

    In the competition for Mr. Fitzma[?]rice's(president) trophy on this club's green, Dr. Wilson (scratch) defeated Mr.M'Culloch (3),the scores being 31 points to l8. ...

    Article : 33 words
  54. SYDNEY MISSION TO SEAMEN.

    The last night of the old year at the institute was a specially bright and happy one Dr Will Bennett gave an exhibition of musical curiosities and shadowgraphy. Mr. ...

    Article : 290 words
  55. PARRAMATTA DISTRICT. PECULIAR ACCIDENT.

    On Saturday at about noon a peculiar accident [?]appenedt to a railway guard named Henry Lambert (48), a resident of Merrylands. He had just brought in the Melbourne express tram from Melbourne, and was ...

    Article : 116 words
  56. THE CHURCHES.

    The Evangelical Alliance has issued an in[?] vitation to a week of united prayer during the first week of the new year. Meetings will be held every night this week, except Saturday. ...

    Article : 83 words
  57. NEW ZEALAND SHIPPING.

    WELLINGTON (1239 miles).— Art: Jan. 2, Westland, bq, from London. Dep: Jan. 2, Moeraki, s, for Sydney. DUNEDIN (1235miles).—Arr: Jan. 2, Akaroa, s, from ...

    Article : 51 words
  58. MOVEMENTS OF MAIL STEAMERS.

    {No abstract available}

    Detailed lists, results, guides : 83 words
  59. DEATH OF A PENSIONER.

    Mr.Reuben Taylor, an old age pensioner, who had lived here for several years, was found dead in his bed, in a hut at the Vale of Clwydd this morning. He was about 78 ...

    Article : 86 words
  60. FATAL ACCIDENT.

    Mrs. Le Marchant, aged 41 years, died at the Parramatta. District Hospital at noon on Saturday from the result of an accident she met with on Boxing, DayOn that day sh[?] went for a drive with her sister, Mrs. ...

    Article : 298 words
  61. LAW NOTICES.

    {No abstract available}

    Detailed lists, results, guides : 44 words
  62. A PROHIBITED IMMIGRANT.

    At the Water Police Court on Saturday, before M[?] C. N. Payten, S.M., Kando, aged 32, a Japanese se[?] man, was convicted of being a prohibited [?]nigran[?] within the Commonwealth in contravention of t[?] ...

    Article : 56 words
  63. UNION COMPANY'S NEW STEAMERS.

    Mr. James Mills, managing director of the Union Steamship Company of New Zealand, returned to Dunedin from England recently after an absence [?]of six months from the colony. While at home Mr. Mills ...

    Article : 265 words
  64. MUNICIPAL REFORM AND TENANTS.

    Sir,—In your issue of December 29, I read a very contradictory letter from Mr. A. C. Hule under the above heading. His reasoning explodes itself right through his article. So long as he permits private ...

    Article : 337 words
  65. FATAL ACCIDENT WITH A PEA-RIFLE.

    Mr.Frederick Lewis, manager of the Ferndale Estate for Mr. G. R. Jackson, of Mahonga, was handling a pea-rifle this morning, and by some means it accidentally ...

    Article : 48 words
  66. ALMANACS AND CALENDARS.

    "We have received calendars and desk pads from Mr. W. E.Smith,the Colonial Mutual Fire Insurance Society, the Norwich and London Insurance Association, the A.M.P. Society, the Colonial Mutual Fire Insurance Society, the ...

    Article : 41 words
  67. CHARITABLE INSTITUTIONS.

    The following is a summary of patients treated at St. Vincent's Hospital during the year ending December 31, 1903:—Remaining in hospital on December 31,1902, 122; admitted during the year 1903, 17[?]2; total under ...

    Article : 174 words
  68. FATALITIES IN QUEENSLAND.

    A fatal accident is reported as having occurred at Mungy station, about 20 miles from Mount Perry. A young man went to look tor cows, and as he did not return, Blundel, a ...

    Article : 176 words
  69. THE REFERENDUM.

    Sir,—The statement of votes given at the referendum includes 41,344 "informal votes" This at first sight is a little startling, but the explanation is simple. The voter was furnished with three papers, two of which ...

    Article : 201 words
  70. FRUITGROWERS' CO-OPERATIVE COMPANY.

    A well-attended meeting of the shareholders of the Cumberland Fruitgrowers' Co-operative Company was held at the Parramatta School of Arts on Saturday afternoon, Alderman G. H. Mobbs presiding. The ...

    Article : 110 words
  71. THE BALTIC.— THE LARGEST VESSEL AFLOAT.

    Wednesday's English mail brought accounts of the [?]remony of launching the new White Star steamer Baltic from the yards of Messrs. Harland and Wolff, at Belfast. The Baltic exceeds in size even those great ...

    Article : 587 words
  72. Advertising

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    Advertising : 40 words
  73. A RECORD.

    Mr. John Taylor, of Parramatta received his fiftieth consecutive auctioneer's license last week from the Parramatta Licensing Bench. Mr.Taylor claims to be the senior auctioneer of the Commonwealth, as when ...

    Article : 51 words
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