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  2. SPORTING INTELLIGENCE.

    Pony and galloway races will be held at Brighton to-day, the first event starting at 2.45 p.m. A special train will leave Redfern station for Rockdale at 1.55 p.m. ...

    Article : 303 words
  3. WATER AND SEWERAGE BOARD.

    The weekly meeting of the Metropolitan Board of Water Supply and Sewerage waa held yesterday. The president (Mr. J. Garrard) was in the chair. It was reported that the revenue collected from July 1, ...

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  4. AUSTRALIAN PRODUCE IN BRITISH MARKETS.

    The two annual reviews of the frozen meat trade issued by Messrs. W. Weddel and Co. and the Colonial Consignment Company have again made their appearance. Together they are of great value ...

    Article : 2,216 words
  5. MUNICIPAL COUNCILS.

    This council met on February 19. Present—The May[?] (Alderman A. M. M[?]ne)in the chair, also Aldermen R. Campbell, H. B. Swan, M. H. Cohen, C. Taylor, W. W. Williams, A. G. Crump, H. Cox, E. J. Bowes, J. J. ...

    Article : 560 words
  6. GREAT COBAR COPPERMINING COMPANY.

    The fiftieth half-yearly meeting of the Great Cubar Copper Mining Company was held at the company's office, 131 Pitt-street, yesterday afternoon, Mr. A. G. Y. Shaw in the chair. The report stated ...

    Article : 325 words
  7. NEWCASTLE JOCKEY CLUB.

    The weights for the five events to be contested at the February reunion of the Newcastle Jockey Club, to be held on Wednesday next, 27th instant, were declared to-night, as follows: ...

    Article : 235 words
  8. CONSUMPTION OF WINE IN FRANCE.

    Parisians who are not total abstainers have (the Paris correspondent of the London " Telegraph " writes) been presented, on the occasion of the birth of the century, with a new law on wines and spirits, ...

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  9. GOULBURN RACES.

    The following weights in connection with the Goulburn races have been declared:- City Handicap.—Brazen Lad, 10st; Trichord, 9st 51b; Benedick, 8st 131b; Winoline, 8st 81b; Counterpoint, 7st ...

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  10. A CENTURY OF SCIENCE.

    At the close of a century, though it be a purely artificial division of time, it is natural (the "Spectator " of December 29 says) to pause a moment and take stock of its peculiar additions to the ...

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  11. BRAIDWOOD TURF CLUB.

    The nominations received for the principal events to be contested at the Braidwood meeting, to be held on March 7 ana 8, are as follows:- Braidwood Cup.—Havanna, Killarney, Counterpoint, ...

    Article : 86 words
  12. VICTORIAN SPORTING NEWS.

    In connection with the Caulfield races to be held on Saturday the following additional scratchings have been recorded:—Bond Cup: Kinglike, Revenue, and Prince Carbine. Wair[?]a Hurdle Race: Swivel. ...

    Article : 79 words
  13. CYCLING.

    Rnmours have been going round, and have at last appeared in the press, that Chapman, one of the crack Americans who recently arrived here, was lying dangerously ill in Melbourne, and that he was ...

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  14. MELBOURNE BETTING MARKET.

    In the betting market to-day Wakeful was firmer for the Newmarket Handicap at 7 to 1, which was the best price obtainable. Aurons was backed for £1000 to £60. The only other wagers noted were ...

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  15. CABRAMATTA AND CANLEY VALE.

    At the last meeting of the above council, the May[?] (Alderman Cooke), presiding, a letter was received from his Excellency Lord Hopeloan thanking the counc[?] for its letter of sympathy on the death of the Queen. The ...

    Article : 224 words
  16. MILITARY CYCLE CORPS.

    Several times efforts have been made in Sydney to establish a military cycle corps, and although the military authorities have given their consent the matter, after a few meetings had been held, fell ...

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  17. KENSINGTON PONY AND GALLOWAY RACES.

    The weekly pony and galloway races were held at Kensington yesterday in bright weather. There was a good attendance. The bay gelding Friendless and owner, J. C. Trantwain, were disqualified for 12 ...

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  18. SWIMMING.

    A swimming carnival was held this afternoon at the local baths. There was a large attendance. The following are the results:- Lap Dash.—D. Anderson, 1; R. Symons, 2. ...

    Article : 109 words
  19. SUNDAY TRADING.

    A meeting held under the auspices of the Newtown ChristianCitizens' Committes took place in the Newtown Town Hall on Tuesday evening to urge upon the Government the strict enforcement of the law ...

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  20. LEICHHARDT.

    This council met on February 18. Present—The M[?] (Alderman J. P. Treadgold) in the chair, also Alder[?] Colebrook, O'Toole, Dyer, Fletcher, Westbrook, Mo[?]d, Cropley, Ainsworth, and Steward. Apologies were received ...

    Article : 487 words
  21. THE GOOD ROADS MOVEMENT.

    The good roads movement which is being made here has gained great strength in Canada. By the last Canadian newspapers it is learned that the movement is making great headway, and the Ontario ...

    Article : 86 words
  22. PIGEON SHOOTING.

    Open sweepstake shooting took place at the above club's ground yesterday and 10 competed. First sweep: [?]Lockaley (83), [?]Kosciusco (30), and F. B. Blomfield (27) divided, killing four. Second sweep: H. ...

    Article : 122 words
  23. THE SIX DAYS' RACE.

    Oscar Aronson, who was injured in a smash in the six days' race at Madison-square Gardens, America, has died ia the New York hospital. He came a terrible crash on the boards through another rider ...

    Article : 136 words
  24. BOWLS.

    In accordance with an announcement in our business columns a special general meeting of the members of clubs afiliated to the New South Wales Bowling Association will be held on Thursday evening, ...

    Article : 427 words
  25. PARRAMATTA DISTRICT.

    This council met on Tuesday evening, the Mayor (Alderman Thomas) presiding. In reference to the old quarry, which is alleged by the council to be a nuisance, the Board of Health, in reply to the ...

    Article : 263 words
  26. PROGRESS OF ST. PETERS.

    At the last meeting of St. Peters Council the Mayor (Alderman James Campbell) presented a report on the business of the past year. He said many useful works had been completed, notably the ...

    Article : 267 words
  27. TEMORA JOCKEY CLUB.

    The annual race meeting to-day was fairly well attended. The weather was warm and the course in good order. Results:- Trial Stakes, 6 furlongs.—Mr. T. Carberry's br[?]g Lance, ...

    Article : 231 words
  28. MANLY.

    The Manly Council met on February 12, the Mayor (exAlderman W. H. Fletcher) in the chair. There were also present:—Aldermen F. C. Passau, Owen Carroll, J. F. Walker, A. Russell, J. J. Dargan, A. Ogilvy, J. B. Mey[?] ...

    Article : 153 words
  29. FOUND DROWNED.

    On Tuesday afternoon, when one of the Parramatta River steamers was near the Newington powder magazine, the body of a man was seen floating in the water. The body was shortly afterwards recovered ...

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  30. RANDWICK.

    This council met on the 12th instant. The Mayor ([?] man I. B. Hodgson) presided. There were also pre[?] Aldermen Borradale, Bundock. Carter, D'A[?] I[?]ing. Gale, Kennedy, Hannan, Hincks, and O'Donnell. Th[?] ...

    Article : 443 words
  31. MURRURUNDI RACES.

    Murrurundi Races were held to-day. There was a large attendance. Several accidents occurred, one horse being killed and two jockeys injured. Two citizens were also injured, one seriously. Results:— ...

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  32. SAILING.

    Mr. J. Harrington presided at a meeting of the above club at Dodson's Hotel, Pitt and King streets, on Tuesday evening. A letter was received from the Sydney Dingy Club asking the club to postpone ...

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  33. ELECTORS' RIGHTS.

    Sir,—On all sides there are complaints br citizens of every grade as to the meagre information given by the Electoral Department as to where and what time these electors' rights may be obtained. ...

    Article : 184 words
  34. POLICE.

    At the Parramatta Police Court on Wednesday, before Mr. T. E. MacNevin, P.M., and Messrs. P. J. Braine, J. J. Taylor, and J. Waugh, J[?].P., Robert Clifford and Jennie Clifford, on remand, ...

    Article : 308 words
  35. COOMA RACING CLUB.

    The anuual meeting of the Cooma Racing Club was held at Ti-tree racecourse to-day. The weather was fine and the attendance very good. Results:— Opening Handicap, 6 furlongs.—Dunmore, 8st 91b, 1; ...

    Article : 144 words
  36. REDUCTION OF MEMBERS OF PARLIAMENT.

    Sir,—The present time does not seem to be in-opportune for bringing before the electors of New South Wales tho us[?]ssity for reducing the existing number of members of Parliament as a first step ...

    Article : 538 words
  37. ANNIVERSARY REGATTA.

    A meeting of the Anniversary Regatta committee was held at the Hotel Australia last night, Dr. Burne being in the chair. Amongst the correspondence was a letter from the Chief Under-Secretary, ...

    Article : 249 words
  38. EPSOM RACES.

    Favoured by fine weather the Epsom meeting attracted a numerous company, and some interesting sport was witnessed. Details:- Hurdle Race, 2 miles.—Mr. Roberts's Jenico by ...

    Article : 613 words
  39. [?]TO THE EDITOR OF THE HERALD.

    Sir,—I read with a great deal of Interest your able article this morning headed "Electors' Rights," and while I entirely agree with all you say, I find the matter I am going to speak of is not touched upon. ...

    Article : 221 words
  40. WILLOUGHBY.

    A meeting of the Willoughby Council was held on February/18. There were present Aldermen F. S. Willis (Mayor), G. F. Bailey, C. Lap[?]astrier, R. H. Gordon, T. T. Forsyth, F. C. Petrie, Butcher, Lanceley, A. Cameron, Dr. ...

    Article : 253 words
  41. WAVERLEY BOROUGH FINANCES.

    Mr. John Clubb, J.P., council clerk, laid on the table of the Waverley Municipal Council on Tuesday evening a statement showing the estimated and actual receipts and expenditure for the year from February 6, 1900, to ...

    Article : 256 words
  42. ROWING.

    With four good fixtures in view club men should find much to do daring the next three months. St. Ignatius College Rowing Club regatta will be held on Lane Cove River March 16, entries for which close ...

    Article : 995 words
  43. TO THE EDITOR OF THE HERALD.

    Sir,—As an elector of the electoral district of Marrickville, and a resident of over eight years, I desire to warn all electors of New South Wales to see at once that their name is upon the roll of their ...

    Article : 178 words
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