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Newspaper
Burra Record
Location
Burra, South Australia, Australia
Date
Feb 03, 1897
Page
3
A noisy damaged passage references a councilor and ward duties. It mentions saving expenses, revenues, and proclamations though text is garbled. The fragment hints at a public meeting or reform proposal and assigns roles to East Warde and other wards.
On the Oval the city side met St Mary's in a Wednesday match. E Davey top scored with 8 while St Mary's keeper-bowler captured nine wickets for fee cums. P Landisch led the chase with 68 and P Trelost added 46 not out as the innings closed at 174.
The council reviewed bulk-yearly accounts and approved a seed wheat contract for 10 bushels under the Seed Wheat Act. Overseer reported spring repairs at Stone Hut, Humphry’s ford, and near Pearce’s land, plus lagoon ford work and mood silt clearance. Tenders planned. day labour to clear silt. repairs at Fryer’s camp. Complaints of sheep trespass referred to ranger. Auditor General expenditure info requested for main roads. Star thistle eradication enforcement questioned. Payments totaled £13 0s 0d and £50 17s 6d.
A meeting at Burra was held to consider forming a rifle club with fair attendance. Mr. FLA S Field presided and outlined aims and regulations. It was resolved to form a club with Field as president and P. Tremor as secretary. An adjourned meeting will occur in a few days to finalize arrangements.
The text discusses poetry including lyric, sacred, humorous, and epic, noting Homer, Scott, and Macaulay as having grand depictions of history and heroes. It contrasts lyric poetry as lighter and sentimental with sacred poetry illustrated by Psalms, and cites Shakespearean and Miltonic lines as examples of higher craft.
The Adelaide market, January 2923, saw brisk early sales with prime heavy bullocks at £9-£10 5s and cows at £6-£7 but prices eased later. Sheep and store stock remained in moderate supply with prime stock in stronger demand and higher rates noted. Several consignors reported sales of 35 merino rams and 25 Shropshires lambs, with notable entries from Gawler and Gindmarsh Island and multiple fat wethers and cattle lots listed.
A widow Mrs Margaret Mather recounts her daughter’s dramatic recovery from severe consumption after using Mother Seigel's Curative Syrup. She credits the remedy with restoring appetite, strength, and health, noting similar improvements in others who tried the product.
Lydia E Morton of Middleton Junction near Manchester describes relief from chronic dyspepsia after using Mrs. Sedger's Syrup. She and another woman say food previously failed to help, leading to weakness and starvation fears. The notice touts the syrup as a transforming stomach aid and endorsement.
The article defines federation as a seven state union balancing central and state powers while preserving autonomy. It contrasts federation with union unity unification and confederation, outlines three key elements: division of powers, dual citizenship, and a bicameral structure. It stresses two houses representing people and states, and warns against weakening either to avoid drift toward confederation or unification.
The excerpt argues for a strong Senate as equal to the House, viewing the state legislatures as guardians of liberty and the balance between national and state governments. It portrays the Senate as essential to preserving rights and preventing power abuse within a Federal Republic.
A jumble of notes covers trade figures, employment in Birmingham, corset fashion, leap year reckoning, bee experiments, pigeons, a dearth of social accuracy, world languages, royal family stamina, coin counterfeits, a heaven question about a dog, and random observations on marriage, longevity, and demographics.
An advertisement touts Crogs's Hair Reviver as a guaranteed non dye that gradually restores hair to its original color. It asserts effectiveness, lists Adelaide chemist sources, and includes testimonials on its universal use and safety claims.
A hot Saturday polo match on the foot ground saw Burras beat Adelaide 6 goals to 3 after a strong late burst in the final period. Burras forwards Lewis and Bowmant scored while Scott impressed in goal for Burras, with Dooner and Murray adding for Adelaide. Visitors from Adelaide departed Monday after a social evening with Barre Polo Club members at Vivians Hotel.
A diverse program announced with about 11 events including sports and races. Secretary Mr M A Kelly will collect post entries for all events except the ShelEeld Handicap as the show prepares to draw a large attendance contingent on pleasant weather.
The Central Committee of the Indian Famine Relief Fund at Calcutta appeals for public support. The distress in famine provinces grows, affecting millions of industrious poor, and contributions are invited with public acknowledgment.
The Burra Town Council minutes note apologies from Cry Pederson and Dune, detail accounts and charges including cemetery and waterworks, and approve payments and arrears collection. The meeting covers board reports, rate figures, and federation discussion with notes on the Burr Corporation and local trustees.
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