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  2. CLOSER SETTLEMENT PROSPECTS.

    "Give us water at the price you give it to the Yanco settlers, and in five years you simply won't know this district." This was the sentiment expressed by an orchardist at St. John's ...

    Article : 1,249 words
  3. PEOPLING THE STATE.

    The steamer Pakcha, of the Shaw, Savill, and Albion Company's line, which arrived in Sydney on Friday evening, and passed the health officer on Saturday morning, brought 1164 immigrants ...

    Article : 328 words
  4. LOCAL GOVERNMENT.

    Those municipalities blessed--or cursed, according to some--with more or less palatial edifices called town-halls are now likely to have a far more harder financial row to hoe ...

    Article : 825 words
  5. AMUSEMENTS.

    "The Chocolate Soldier" attracted another crowded audience at Her Majesty's on Saturday night. The final matinee will be given to-day (Eight-hour Day). The piece is now in its last week, as on Saturday night it ...

    Article : 45 words
  6. IN THE PETROL WORLD.

    As an exhibition the second annual motor show is a big success. It is far and away ahead of the initial show of last year. There are double the number of exhibitors-- 80 to be ...

    Article : 1,368 words
  7. GEORGE INNES AND CO. (STAND NO. 12).

    Messrs, George Innes and Co. hold three agencies for the State--Vauxhall, Humber, and De Dion--and they are showing models of each. The aristocrat of the collection is a Prince ...

    Article : 177 words
  8. THEATRE ROYAL.

    One of the largest, audiences of the season witnessed Saturday night's performance of "The Woman." The powerful situations of the drama in the second and third acts impressed the house, and great enthusiasm was ...

    Article : 44 words
  9. THE CRITERION.

    The humor of "Get-Rich-Quick Wallingford" delights crowded houses at the Criterian. The amusing comedy will be repeated at a matinee to-day. ...

    Article : 23 words
  10. THE PALACE.

    "The Girl from Wayback" is the present attraction at the Palace, where the locally-written piece is well received. ...

    Article : 21 words
  11. G. W. HOWE AND COOPER (STAND NO. 34A).

    The firm, which is a new-comer in the motor world, has a fine agency in the S.C.A.T. Italian cars enjoy a world-wide reputation, and the S.C.A.T. is one of the best makes turned ...

    Article : 115 words
  12. THE ADELPIH.

    "Queen of the Redskins" will run until Friday night at the Adelphi. It will be succeeded on Saturday evening by "The Girl Who Took the Wrong Turning." Miss Ethel Buckley will make her re-appearance in this ...

    Article : 40 words
  13. MAILLARD AND CO. (STAND NO. 31).

    Messrs. Maillard and Co. show but one make of car--Brasier--in several models, but it is one of the best known of the many good French cars. The firm pins its faith to the Brasier ...

    Article : 107 words
  14. HYPNOTISM AT THE TOWN-HALL.

    On Saturday night Mr. P. H. M'Ewen gave a further display of hypnotism as the leading feature of his entertainment at the Town-hall. There was a large audience. ...

    Article : 34 words
  15. GARATTS, LTD (STAND NO. 2).

    In the main pavilion the exhibit of Messrs. Garratt's, Ltd., is nicely arranged. It comprises Fiats of 2535 h.p., 20 h.p., 30 h.p., and 15 h.p. The 2535 model is fitted with scuttle ...

    Article : 271 words
  16. TIVOLI THEATRE.

    Vivian and Alton were the new-comers at the Tivoli on Saturday. They proved a pair of very capable acrobats, rolling and tumbling about the stage in the most grotesque attitudes. Under the guise of mere nonsense ...

    Article : 181 words
  17. MOTORIES LTD. (STAND NO. 44).

    Motories Limited has its exhibit in the Industrial Pavilion. The aristocrat of the collection is the Royal Mercedes, a car which has won renown all the world over. The model ...

    Article : 169 words
  18. ROY W. SANDFORD, LTD. (STAND NO. 20.

    Roy W. Sandford, Ltd, have, ever since the inception of the firm, handled American cars only. Mr. Sandford was one of the first in the trade to handle the American car, and the fact ...

    Article : 101 words
  19. NATIONAL AMPHITHEATRE.

    The programme at the National on Saturday ranged from the daring of a French actress to the violin playing of a Russian, including in the category operatic singing, comic songs, trick cycling, and acrobatics ...

    Article : 187 words
  20. EATON MOTOR COMPANY (STAND NO. 10).

    The Eaton Motor Company (late Eyes and Crowie) shows cars of English, French, and American manufacture at its stand. The Mitchell, an American car, is shown in three ...

    Article : 73 words
  21. NEWCASTLE.

    Mr. C. Hibble, District Coroner, held an inquest on Saturday, concerning death of an infant, whose body was found in a trench at Wickham, on August 26. Dr. John Harris gave evidence that the child had been born ...

    Article : 134 words
  22. AUTOMATIC TYRE INFLATION.

    At the stand of the Dunlop Rubber Co. an automatic inflator, particularly applicable to motor bicycles, is shown. The device is intended to come into operation at the moment ...

    Article : 163 words
  23. CHARRON, LIMITED (ARTHUR KIDMAN (STAND NO. 7).

    Messrs. Charron, Limited (Arthur Kidman) have a nicely-arranged exhibit, and one that is seen to great advantage, in the new pavilion. Only the one make of car is shown--the ...

    Article : 82 words
  24. ANTHONY HORDERN AND SONS, LTD.

    At the initial snow last year, Messrs. A[?]thony Horderr had one of the best displays, and history repeats itself this year. This big firm docs not stock motor cars, but it can be ...

    Article : 147 words
  25. LYCEUM.

    At the Lyceum-hall Spencer's pictures continue to attract an appreciative gathering and on Saturday evening it was crowded. The newest picture was a dramatic film called. "The French Spy." a stirring was story, with ...

    Article : 171 words
  26. AUTO IMPORT COMPANY (STAND NO. 22).

    The Wareena, a car of American manufacture, is exhibited by the Auto Import Company in two models--a 25 h.p. Torpedo touring car and a 30 h.p. Fore-door touring car. The firm also ...

    Article : 59 words
  27. CALL AT PITCAIRN ISLAND.

    Captain Paragon, of the Chilian barque Belfast, which arrived at Newcastle from Valparaiso on Friday night, reports having made a call off Pitcairn Island. A number of the islanders rowed over to the Belfast, and ...

    Article : 114 words
  28. W. AND F. LARKE.

    "King of Motor Cycles" is the proud title claimed, by W. and F. Larke, Ltd., for the L.M.C. motor cycle, which they are showing in a corner of the main pavilion. The attraction ...

    Article : 128 words
  29. WILLIAM EASY AND COMPANY.

    The exhibit of Messrs. William Easy and Co., who handle many handy things for the motorist, comprises the following;--Jones speedometers; Tuto electric horns, the two-tone warning ...

    Article : 48 words
  30. THE GLACIARIUM.

    Attendances at the afternoon and evening sessions at the Glaciarium on Saturday were large, as is usual at this popular film theatre, where West's pictures are shown. The principal picture screened was an ...

    Article : 132 words
  31. CONTINENTAL RUBBER COMPANY

    The Continental Rubber Company has a most interesting exhibit; with an exact copy of the well-known Zeppelin airship suspended over the stand. They have their well-known ...

    Article : 148 words
  32. CHILD DROWNED.

    On Saturday afternoon at Toronto, Alma Maud Mann, the four years and nine months old daughter of Charles Mann, was drowned in an underground tank at the rear of her parents' residence. The child had been playing ...

    Article : 81 words
  33. FAIRFAX AND ROBERTS.

    Messrs. Fairfax and Roberts, Ltd., exhibit the useful accessories handled by this well- known firm, comprising: Smith's Perfect speedometers, Goldenlyto head lamps, A.L. ...

    Article : 36 words
  34. STANTON COOK, LTD. (STAND NO. 14).

    Messrs. Stanton Cook, Ltd., stage two well-known and popular makes of cars. Nothing better than the Wolseley, "the car with the biggest road clearance," leaves old England's ...

    Article : 105 words
  35. SPORTS ON SHOW GROUND.

    A sports programme by the Newcastle Agricultural Society on the Show Ground on Saturday afternoon attracted a moderate attendance. The principal events resulted as follows:--The pony trot, one mile, in ...

    Article : 237 words
  36. PERDRIAU AND CO., LTD.

    Messrs. Perdriau and Company, who are now largely interested in the motor trade, exhibit their well-known Perdriau motor tyres, which are manufactured locally by the firm. All ...

    Article : 52 words
  37. CRYSTAL PALACE.

    The film heading the bill at the Crystal Palace to-day is entitled, "The Black Cat," which is described as a drama of intensity in its sustained conflict of emotions. A beautiful hut depraved woman, known among the ...

    Article : 89 words
  38. BENNETT AND WOOD, LIMITED.

    Messrs. Bennett and wood, Limited, occupy the main stand in the centre of the motor accessories pavilion, and present a display which is of more than passing interest, by reason of the ...

    Article : 956 words
  39. ALPHONSO BROWN.

    Mr. Alphonso Brown exhibits the N.S.U. car, and motor cycles of similar make at his stand (No. 28A); also the Columbia bicycle. The N.S.U. motor cycle has been very successful in ...

    Article : 38 words
  40. COLONIAL THEATRE.

    The star picture listed in the new series to be shown at the Colonial Theatre to-day is called, "Nellie the Lion Tamer," which is the story of the love of a circus girl. One of the scenes is where an aristocrat, to stand ...

    Article : 78 words
  41. TRADING.

    To the local government enthusiast who believes in municipal trailing in the wide gamut covered from the proverbial needle to an anchor, and who has not yet arrived at that ...

    Article : 533 words
  42. FORD MOTORS (STAND NO. 16.)

    The Ford car, one of the most popular American can cars, which is within reach of the man of very limited means, is shown in three models by Messrs. Davies and Fehon, Ltd., viz., 22 h.p. ...

    Article : 73 words
  43. BRITISH IMPERIAL OIL COMPANY.

    The British Imperial Oil Company, as usual, has a nice display at its stand in the accessory pavilion. Shell motor car spirit, benzine, naphtha, and gasoline are exhibited, and also ...

    Article : 42 words
  44. THE LYRIC.

    Some fine films will make their appearance at the popular Lyric Theatre to-day. Included will he:--"How Father Accomplished His Work," "Emma's Kiss," "The Price of Art." "Warwick Chronicle." "A Daughter of ...

    Article : 42 words
  45. PROPOSED NATIONAL GUARD.

    At a meeting of the Newcastle Naval and Military Association on Saturday night it was resolved to surest to the Commonwealth Government the formation of a body to be known as the Australian National Guard. The ...

    Article : 125 words
  46. DAVID JONES, LTD.

    David Jones's exhibit consists for the most part of wearing apparel for the motorist, such as motor coats, chauffeurs' uniforms, dust coats, gloves, scarves, goggles, etc. Motor ...

    Article : 58 words
  47. CANADA CYCLE AND MOTOR AGENCY (STANDS NOS. 19 AND 20).

    The Canada Cycle and Motor Agency occupies Stand No.19, for Sunbeam, Jackson, and Brush cars, and Albion commercial vehicles. The adjoining stand (No. 20) 1b devoted to ...

    Article : 220 words
  48. EMPRESS THEATRE.

    "The Amulet," a fine story of love and treachery, is announced as the feature of the Empire Picture Theatre's bill to-day. "The Amulet contains a deadly poison, which is used in a tragic manner. Other announce ...

    Article : 64 words
  49. SYDNEY TAXI-CAB AND MOTOR IMPORT COMPANY (STAND NO. 36).

    At this stand Swift cars of 12 h.p. (runabout) and 15.20 h.p. (torpedo body) are shown, together with two models of the Diatto, a well- known Italian car. The latter comprise an 18 ...

    Article : 73 words
  50. THE OLYMPIA.

    The film illustrating a collision between two mammoth steamers in mid-ocean, and the readiness with which 1600 persons were rescued, was much appreciated by the large audience at the Olympic on Saturday. ...

    Article : 58 words
  51. CUSTOMS CLEARANCES.

    The following vessels were cleared at the Newcastle Custom-house on Saturday:--Wakatipu, str., for Launceston, via Sydney, 650 ions coal cargo, and 180 tons bunkers; Kakapo, str., for Beauty Point, 2000 tons coal ...

    Article : 89 words
  52. ALLAN FRASER'S VIOLIN RECITAL.

    The recital that Allan Fraser, the young pupil of S. Vost Janssen, crave on Saturday afternoon at King's-hall, illustrated well the artistic temperament of the promising violinist. Expression, tone, and technique are ...

    Article : 126 words
  53. J. B. MACARTNEY.

    Mr. J. B. Macartney has a good display of Premier motor cycles of 3½ h.p., including racing and roadster models. Improvements in details are noted. One model fitted with the ...

    Article : 97 words
  54. THE COMMONWEALTH.

    {No abstract available}

    Detailed lists, results, guides : 539 words
  55. HIPSLEY AND WADDELL (STAND NO. 25).

    Messrs. Hipsley and Waddell, Limited, the well-known engineering firm, pin their faith to the American ear. A feature of their exhibit is the Maxwell, a Yankee car with which ...

    Article : 115 words
  56. CHILD STUDY CONVERSAZIONE.

    Oxford-hall, city, was gaily decorated on Saturday night on the occasion of a conversazione and dance held in aid of the Dr. Allan Carroll Child Study Association. Mrs. Allan Carroll presided, and Mrs. D. Lzett acted as ...

    Article : 41 words
  57. AMERICAN UNIONISTS.

    The trial of union loaders for alleged offences under the law of the United States is attracting considerable attention in Australia. The executive of the Labor Council is collecting evidence ...

    Article : 177 words
  58. MISS ESTHER KAHN'S PUPILS.

    Miss Esther Kahn introduced a number of very promising piano pupils at it concert given at St. James's-hall on Saturday night, on behalf of the funds of the Dalmar Children's Home. Crovdon, Miss Thehna Austin, who ...

    Article : 213 words
  59. CO-OPERATIVE MOTOR SOCIETY, LIMITED.

    The Co-operative Motor Society, Limited, has a nice exhibit, the feature of which is the Overland ear. It is shown In five different models--the 30-h.p. runabout, the touring car ...

    Article : 118 words
  60. J.'s P.

    Local legislature, in its wisdom, has lately decreed that shire and municipal clerks, along with certain other specific members of the community, can be honored with the distinction ...

    Article : 250 words
  61. LYCEUM-HALL.

    A large audience at the Lyecum-hall last evening was delighted with the singing of Madame Conley, who is at present visiting Sydney. Madame Conley has a dramatic soprano voice of exceptional range and purity. ...

    Article : 35 words
  62. THE HARVEST OF DEATH.

    MUDGEE, Saturday.--Since Friday week last the town has been in a continuous state of mourning, as the result of several deaths of prominent citizens. First Mr. Walter Bryant, ...

    Article : 150 words
  63. CLUTTERBUCK BROS. (STAND NO. 41).

    Messrs. Clutterbuck Bros, only handle American cars. They are sole agents for the Studebaker people, and handle only the cars turned out by this big American firm. The cars ...

    Article : 104 words
  64. ABATTOIRS BILL.

    A municipal conference was held at the Newcastle Council Chambers on Saturday night to consider the Government's Abattoirs Bill for Newcastle. The measure, as introduced in the Legislative Assembly, was ...

    Article : 62 words
  65. MR. TREFLE'S CHALLENGE.

    MUDGEE, Saturday.--Mr. C. W. Oakes, one of the candidates for the Senate, Speaking in Mudgee Town-hall last evening, said that Mr. Trefle had complained that he (Mr. Oakes) was ...

    Article : 166 words
  66. AROUND THE STANDS.

    Messrs. Dalgety and Co. bold many the agencies, all of which are represented on their stand, which ocoupies 70ft. of floor space, and is very nicely arranged. A working model of the ...

    Article : 199 words
  67. THE HUME CENTENARY.

    GOULBURN, Saturday.--The Bungonia Progress Association is considering the question of suitably commemorating the centenary of the arrival of the Hamilton Hume exploring ...

    Article : 164 words
  68. KINGLOC, LIMITED (STAND NO. 11).

    Kingloc, Limited, only exhibits the commercial vehicle. It has at its stand two 35-h.p. Durkopp lorries, with a carrying capacity of two and three tons respectively. These ...

    Article : 52 words
  69. JOHN M'GRATH, LIMITED (STAND NO. 27).

    Messrs. John M'Grath, Limited, handle but one car, but it is one of the best known on the market--the Cadillac. This is the car with the self-starter, and was one of the first American ...

    Article : 146 words
  70. MOTHER AND DAUGHTER DIE OF MEASLES.

    GRENFELL. Saturday.--On Thursday night Mrs. Ellen Margaret Mahon, wife of Mr. John Mahon, Lanark, Morangarell, about 40 miles from Gronfell and her daughter Katherine, died ...

    Article : 79 words
  71. A FOWL THEFT.

    Over a hundred fowls were stolen this morning from the cold stores at the Government Meat Works, Pyrmont-street, Pyrmont. Entrance was first gained by smashing the lock ...

    Article : 49 words
  72. Advertising

    {No abstract available}

    Advertising : 29 words
  73. MICHELIN AND CO. PROPRIETARY. LTD.

    Messrs. Micholin and Co. Proprietary, Ltd., have their exhibit at stand No. 1 in the series pavilion. The antics of Bibendum--a huge inflated figure of a tyre man--attracted a ...

    Article : 168 words
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