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  2. MUNICIPAL COUNCILS. PADDINGTON.

    The ordinary general meeting of this council was held on Monday night. The Mayor (Alderman G. Parker Jones) presided and there were present— Aldermen T. George, J.P., J. Clampett, A. Walker, ...

    Article : 287 words
  3. MEETINGS. THE ROYAL SOCIETY.

    The monthly meeting of the Royal Society was held on Wednesday night, at the rooms, in Elizabethstreet. Professor David presided. The principal business was the reading of a paper by Professor ...

    Article : 226 words
  4. A SAN FRANCISCO HYPNOTIC CLUB.

    San Francisco has an active and largely-attended hypnotic club, which numbers many doctors, lawyers, and cultured people among its members. It was organised (says the San Francisco Chronicle) in ...

    Article : 793 words
  5. AMUSEMENTS. LYCEUM THEATRE.

    " The Old Guard," with Mr. Lauri in one of his best parts as Polydore Poupart, will be performed for the last time at the Lyceum Theatre to-night, as "Mam'zelle Nitouche" and the operetta " An ...

    Article : 46 words
  6. SPORTING INTELLIGENCE. THE TURF.

    The pony and galloway meeting postponed from Wednesday takes place at Canterbury Park to-day, and visitors will be accommodated with special trains starting from Redfern at 1.3 and 1.17 p.m., while ...

    Article : 359 words
  7. DEPUTATIONS TO MINISTERS. THE WESTERN SUBURBS SEWERAGE SCHEME.

    In the absence from his department of the Minister for Works, who was engaged Ministerially at the Legislative Assembly, the Under-Secretary for Works (Mr. Barling) received yesterday a deputation ...

    Article : 330 words
  8. VILLAGE FAIR AT ST. PETERS.

    Yesterday afternoon a village fair was opened in the grounds attached to the residence of Mrs. Talbot, Bellevue, Cook's River-road, St. Peters, maid of the funds of the local Ladies' Benevolent Society. The ...

    Article : 580 words
  9. TOWN HALL ORGAN RECITALS.

    The City Organist opened his recital on Wednesday afternoon with movements from Spohr's " Last Judgment." Amongst other new pieces performed were a tranquil " Andante in A " by Dallier, ...

    Article : 180 words
  10. WARWICK FARM RACING CLUB.

    {No abstract available}

    Detailed lists, results, guides : 185 words
  11. THEOSOPHICAL SOCIETY.

    A meeting of the Theosophical Society was held on Wednesday night, at the rooms, in Margaretstreet. Mr. Peell presided. Mr. Martya delivered an address on "Theosophy and the Poets." He ...

    Article : 62 words
  12. ROYAL STANDARD THEATRE.

    " The Hypnotist," a new five-act comedy drama, by Mr. Thomas Walker, was performed for the first time upon any stage at the Royal Standard Theatre on Wednesday night. The central ...

    Article : 211 words
  13. VAUCLUSE.

    At the last meeting of this council the Mayor (Alderman Jones) presided, and there were present— Aldermen H. Norrie, J.P., M'Culloch, White, Patterson, Jack, Forssberg, Chudleigh, and Dykes. The ...

    Article : 320 words
  14. WOMEN'S CHRISTIAN TEMPERANCE UNION.

    The monthly meeting of the Womon's Christian Temperance Union, Balmain branch, was held on Wednesday afternoon in the Temperance Hall, Montague-street Mrs. W. Stewart (president of ...

    Article : 54 words
  15. DENILIQUIN JOCKEY CLUB.

    {No abstract available}

    Detailed lists, results, guides : 89 words
  16. THE SEAWALL AT COOGEE.

    A deputation from the Municipal Council of Randwick, which was accompanied by Mr. Storey, M.L.A., waited upon the Minister for Works yestarday to urge upon him the necessity for extending ...

    Article : 298 words
  17. THE MORNING GALLOPS.

    Although trainers were favoured with a beatifully fine morning, owing to the large migrations over the Murray not much work was doing at Randwick yesterday; also, the horses and men seem to be ...

    Article : 213 words
  18. SHORTHAND-WRITERS AND TYPISTS' SOCIETY.

    The fortnightly meeting of this society was held at 49A Castlereagh-street on Wednesday evening. Mr. W. Morison presided. Much interest was taken in Mr. W. S. Fulwood's lecture on the " Irrepressible ...

    Article : 40 words
  19. FOOTBALL.

    {No abstract available}

    Detailed lists, results, guides : 124 words
  20. N.S.W. VEGETARIAN SOCIETY.

    The annual meeting of members and associates of the above society was held in the Temperance Hall on Tuesday last. The executive for ensuing year were elected as follows:—Mr. H. E. Langridge ...

    Article : 54 words
  21. FRUIT EXCHANGE COMPANY'S SOIREE.

    The members of the New South Wales Fruit Exchange Co-operative Company held a soirce at Quong Tart's rooms last night, when the evening's entertainment included music and a supper. There was a ...

    Article : 172 words
  22. SYDNEY WOMEN'S CHRISTIAN TEMPERANCE UNION.

    The monthly meeting of the above was held in the Temperance Hall, Pitt-street, on Wednesday. Mrs. Courtenay Smith occupied the chair and delivered a short address. Correspondence was read by the ...

    Article : 159 words
  23. [BY TELEGRAPH.] (FROM OUR CORRESPONDENT.) VICTORIAN SPORTING NEWS.

    The Flemington tracks were a bit heavy this morning, owing to the heavy rain during the previous evening; but the going was good, and some interesting work was done. Crest ran a mile comfortably in ...

    Article : 521 words
  24. BURWOOD.

    Alderman Lindley (Mayor) presided at the last meeting, when there were also present Aldermen Archer, Stenson, Cardew, and Shute. Alderman Ahearn wrote stating that he had inspected the ...

    Article : 161 words
  25. COMBINED SPORTS MEETING.

    The intercolonial visitors to the championship sports from New Zealand Queensland, and Victoria will be officially received to-night at 8.45 at the Sydney Bicycle Clubrooms, Druitt-street. Before ...

    Article : 82 words
  26. PADDINGTON DRAMATIC SOCIETY.

    The Paddington Dramatic Society tendered a benefit to Mr. S. A. Fitzgerald at the Royal Standard Theatre last night, in recognition of the many past services rendered by that gentleman in the cause ...

    Article : 220 words
  27. WESLEYAN CHURCH BAZAAR.

    A bazaar in aid of the Wesleyan Church extension fund was held in the Carlton Hall, Summer Hill, yesterday, and will be continued during the week The affair was organised by the Ladies' Aid Society, ...

    Article : 151 words
  28. HARBOUR AND RIVER PLANT WORK AT NEWCASTLE.

    A deputation from Newcastle, representing the Iromoulders' Society, the Engineers and Patternmakers' Society, the Shipwrights and Boilermakers' Society, waited on the Minister for Works at ...

    Article : 599 words
  29. AQUATICS.

    {No abstract available}

    Detailed lists, results, guides : 161 words
  30. ST. GEORGE'S PHILATELIC CLUB.

    A meeting of philatelists of the district of St. George was held on Monday evening at the Kogarah School of Arts. Alderman J. G. Griffin, J.P., presided. The meeting had been convened for the ...

    Article : 116 words
  31. CANTERBURY.

    A meeting was held on Monday evening. The Mayor, Alderman S. R. Lorking, presided. A letter was received from the Railway Commissioners offering to pay half cost of kerbing and guttering in ...

    Article : 208 words
  32. GRANVILLE FIRE BRIGADE.

    The annual meeting of the Granville Volunteer Fire Brigade was held on Tuesday evening, when the following officers were elected:—Captain, H. J. Epps: first officer, D. M'Colgan; second officer, P. ...

    Article : 133 words
  33. ST. JOHN'S ANNUAL FLORAL FETE, PARRAMATTA.

    The annual floral fete in connection with St. John's Church, Parramatta, was opened in the Town Hall yesterday afternoon by Lady Darley, who was accompanied by Miss Darley and Captain ...

    Article : 250 words
  34. TELEGRAPHIC SHIPPING NEWS.

    BRISBANE.—October 3: The Bullarra (s.) left Townsville, bound South. The Burwah (s.) arrived from Rockhampton. The Cintra (s.) arrived from Townsville. The Derwent (s.) arrived at Rockhampton from South. The ...

    Article : 1,875 words
  35. PIGEON HOMING.

    The champion race of the Annandale and Balmain Homing Pigeon Society took place on Saturday, 21st September, the starting point being Binalong and the air line to Sydney 155 miles. The prize was a trophy ...

    Article : 106 words
  36. THE HAMBOURG RECITALS.

    Mr. J. Edward Sykes announces that he has arranged for a series of recitals at the Town Hall, at popular prices, by Herr Mark Hambourg, the pianist who was the chief attraction of the recent Star ...

    Article : 96 words
  37. THE FEDERAL PARTY.

    A meeting of the executive committee of the Federal party was held yesterday at the rooms. Pittstreet. Sir Henry Parkes was in the chair. Correspondence was read from several of the country ...

    Article : 68 words
  38. REDFURN AND WATERLOO HOMING SOCIETY.

    {No abstract available}

    Detailed lists, results, guides : 245 words
  39. BENEFIT TO MISS MONTAGUE.

    That esteemed operatic singer Miss Annis Montague, having made known her intention of residing permanently in Honolulu, where she has many friends and relatives, a movement is being set on ...

    Article : 75 words
  40. CONCORD.

    At the last meeting there were present—Aldermen Chapman (Mayor), Zoeller, Baker, Dumbrell, and Thompson. The finance committee reported receipt of a Government endowment of £512 19s 2d. It ...

    Article : 170 words
  41. IS BANK HOLIDAY A FAILURE?

    Do bank holidays really conduce to the greatest happiness of the greatest number? asks the British Medical Journal. In theory the feasts of St. Lubbock are a blessing to the people and a joy to the ...

    Article : 406 words
  42. CONCERT AT WINDSOR.

    The monthly entertainment of the students of the Windsor Grammar School was held at the school on Wednesday evening. The Rev. B. Keenan, head master, presided. Mr. Taylour, the music master, ...

    Article : 188 words
  43. MISSION TO SEAMEN.

    The programme on Tuesday night, consisting of an excellent series of Scotch views (limelight lantern) and of a short concert, was arranged by a party from Croydon. Trafalgar House was crowded. The ...

    Article : 57 words
  44. CAULFIELD TRAINING NOTES.

    The tracks were in excellent order, and a good deal of work was done. Marusa and Barrabari ran 11 furlongs in 2 minutes 30 seconds. Maluma ran over a mile, and the last seven furlongs, with the ...

    Article : 332 words
  45. ENTERTAINMENT AT WAVERLEY.

    An entertainment in aid of the funds of the Waverley Volunteer Fire Brigade was given in Stratton's Athenæum Hall on Wednesday evening. There was a good attendance, including ...

    Article : 202 words
  46. ERSKINEVILLE.

    The Mayor (Alderman Jacobsen) presided at the meeting of the Erskineville Council on Monday evening, and there were also present—Aldermen T. Carter, J. Peake, Milson, Robinson, and Schule. ...

    Article : 98 words
  47. CITY COUNCIL.

    A meeting of the finance committee of the City Council was held at the Town Hall yesterday. The Mayor (Alderman S. E. Lees, M.L.C.) presided, and there were also present Aldermen Sir William ...

    Article : 689 words
  48. TRAM ACCOMMODATION FOR LEICHHARDT.

    On Wednesday evening a public meeting was held in Leichhardt Town Hall to take into consideration the question of the lowering of the fares on the tramway to Leichhardt. The Mayor, Alderman R. ...

    Article : 574 words
  49. THE MAIL STEAMERS.

    The German mail steamer Sachsen, hence 9th September, arrived at Colombo on the 2nd instant, homeward. The Tainui, from Lyttelton 22nd August, arrived at Plymouth the 1st instant. ...

    Article : 64 words
  50. ARTICLED CLERKS' ASSOCIATION.

    A smoke concert was held by the Articled Clerks' Association at Quong Tart's rooms on September 27. Mr. H. A. Russell presided, and there was a large gathering of members of the association and ...

    Article : 135 words
  51. LIVERPOOL.

    At the last meting of the above council the Mayor (Alderman Chapman) presided. The UnderSecretary for Lands wrote satting that until the Estimates were passed no money was available for ...

    Article : 127 words
  52. CHINA STEAMERS.

    The China Navigation Company's steamer Whampos last night anchored in Athol Bight, from Melbourne, and this morning will come to the wharf at Miller's Point. The E. and A. Company's steamer Guthrie, from ...

    Article : 49 words
  53. MANLY WILD FLOWER SHOW.

    Unprecedented success is attending the Manly Wild Flower Show at present being held in the Aquarium Hall, doubtless owing to the magnificent and tasteful display, which may be characterised as a ...

    Article : 122 words
  54. THE HOWARD SMITH LINE.

    The Peregrine, from Queensland ports, sails hence tomorrow (Saturday) for Melbourne, and leaves that port on her return trip on Wednesday. The Leura, from Melbourne, sails hence to-morrow for Brisbane, Rockhmapton. ...

    Article : 103 words
  55. PILGRIMAGES TO MECCA.

    A cablegram appeared in the Herald this week stating that the Mahomedans in India are seriously alarmed at the proposals embodied in the Pilgrim Ship Bill, now before the Council of the ...

    Article : 525 words
  56. BENEFIT CONCERT.

    A benefit concert was lately given at the Manchester Unity Hall for the benefit of the widow and family of the late A. J. Baker, formerly an employee at the Colonial Sugar Refinery Company's Works, ...

    Article : 69 words
  57. THE V.A.T.C. MEETING.

    The following are the latest V.A.T.C. scratchings: —Caulfield Cup: Jubilant. Caulfield Guineas: Snapshot and Moira. Toorak Handicap: The Sketch, Marengo, and Raymond. ...

    Article : 34 words
  58. AUBURN.

    A special meeting of the above council was held on Monday evening. Alderman T. Taylor presided. There were also present—Aldermen Small. Baker, Blacket, Myers, Lightfoot, Ritchie, Roper, and Dyer. ...

    Article : 106 words
  59. STATE OF THE BARS UP NORTH.

    The Tweed bar yesterday carried a depth of 9ft. at high water with 2ft. 3in. rise of tide. The Richmond bar had 12ft. of water on it at high tide. The beacoms are in line. ...

    Article : 66 words
  60. LECTURE.

    The Rev. R. Rook delivered a lecture on " Clerical Life in the Back Blocks " on Monday evening in St. Paul's Church, Harris Park. He showed the advantages and disadvantages of the life, ...

    Article : 74 words
  61. LILLIE BRIDGE RACES.

    {No abstract available}

    Detailed lists, results, guides : 132 words
  62. BENEFIT CONCERT AT GRANVILLE.

    On Monday evening a benefit concert was given to Miss Bertie Sculthorpe by the residents of Granville in the Albert Hall. There was a large and appreciative audience, and the concert was a success. ...

    Article : 42 words
  63. THE MISSIONARY BARQUE JOHN WILLIAMS.

    The John Williams, at Hoffaung's Wharf, Dawes Point will be open to visitors to-morrow afternoon. She is to leave for Auckland on the 15th instant to take in a whaleboat there that has been presented to the Samoa ...

    Article : 40 words
  64. ENTERTAINMENT AT PADDINGTON.

    The Lyceum Dramatic Company staged Palgrave Simpson's drama " Guilty" at the Paddington Town Hall on Tuesday night, in aid of the funds of the Paddington Borough Brass Band. There was a ...

    Article : 100 words
  65. AN OVERDUE SHIP.

    The ship Munster, in ballast, from Rio Janeiro, is now out 147 days, bound to Newcastle. Captain Graham, who had command, is an old trader to Australian ports. The usual time occupied in a run from Rio is about 60 days, ...

    Article : 46 words
  66. ENFIELD.

    Alderman Lipscombe (Mayor) presided at the last meeting, when were also present—Aldermen Pilcher, Hodson, Rolsier, Light Matthews, and Addis. The Water Board signified its intention of opening ...

    Article : 146 words
  67. THE MANCHESTER SHIP CANAL.

    The report of the Manchester Ship Canal Company for the half-year ending 30th June shows that the expenditure on the capital account during the half-year was £115,175, making a total expenditure ...

    Article : 331 words
  68. KENSINGTON PONY AND GALLOWAY RACES.

    {No abstract available}

    Detailed lists, results, guides : 726 words
  69. NEWCASTLE SHIPPING.

    {No abstract available}

    Detailed lists, results, guides : 22 words
  70. PUBLIC SCHOOL ENTERTAINMENT.

    On Wednesday last the Erskineville Public School gave its usual annual concert to a crowded and appreciative audience. Cowley's operetta, " A Merry Party," was produced for the first time, and ...

    Article : 98 words
  71. RYDE.

    A long discussion took place in the Rydo Council at its last meeting over a motion in Alderman Worthington's name for a reduction in the salaries of both the clerical and working stuff. The result ...

    Article : 71 words
  72. BAZAAR AT BAULKHAM HILLS.

    Mr. Jacob Garrard visited Baulkham Hills on Wednesday afternoon for the purpose of opening a bazaar in aid of the Baulkham Hills Wesleyan Churrh. In the absence of the Rev. P. J. Stephen, ...

    Article : 99 words
  73. PROSPECT AND SHERWOOD.

    A meeting was held on Monday evening, Alderman Jones being voted to the chair in the absence of the Mayor. Hon. Jacob Garrard wrote stating that he had been unable to present the council's petition ...

    Article : 61 words
  74. MOSMAN'S BAY WATER FRONTAGE.

    The deputation from the Municipal Council of Mosman relative to water frontages which Mr. Dugald Thomson, M.L.A., was to have introduced to the Minister for Lands yesterday moning was postponed ...

    Article : 103 words
  75. Advertising

    {No abstract available}

    Advertising : 17 words
  76. SPRING FAIR AT BALMAIN.

    On Wednesday afternoon a successful spring fair was held in the Balmain School of Arts, in aid of St. Mary's Anglican Church, East Balmain. Mrs. Captain Broomfield, who performed the opening ...

    Article : 154 words
  77. Advertising

    {No abstract available}

    Advertising : 41 words
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