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Newspaper
Burra Record
Location
Burra, South Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 01, 1902
Page
2
This class of sheep will no doubt be fully retained, and owners of small as well as large flocks should make it a point to inspect them.
An old classified style notice touts Doan's Backache Kidney Pills as a proven remedy. It cites a resident named Mrs Jorestasky and a person named Paxton Squire, claiming perfect recovery and relief from back pain after using the product. The ad notes availability at local shops and lists prices per box along with a distributor in Sydney, N Y.
The Burra show at Victoria Park drew good attendance and funds, with praise for a well organized event. Army dinner, band, and a ram sale next Friday by Hapot Shakes & Lewis Ltd attract regional participation amid concerns over drought and a poor wheat season.
An in memoriam note recalls Rev WF James sermon on Rew 35 and praises Mr Gray and Mr Ging for spiritual depth. Brigadier Dagslewstiaw reports a successful weekend visit with Band Birkenshaw at Mount Gambier and Burra, highlighting unity, praise, and a village service. A petition seeks extension of the Burra railway wharf to ease grain and goods handling amid ongoing civic efforts.
The death of Mr. John Kelly of Hullormwie is recorded. He fell ill at Hhundsleer after returning home on Saturday and died Sunday morning aided by Dr. Sangster and Rev. Fairies Redden. He aged 30 and is survived by his father, mother, two brothers and a sister. funeral at Koorings cemetery.
In a rural tale a prophet in his homeland forecasts wind and rain, while Mr. Paddock’s advice is sought by locals. A nine year old asks a crowd about horses and goats on the road side as residents remark on grass-eating creatures and rising tax concerns.
The Burra and North-Eastern Agricultural Horticultural and Pastoral Society held its annual show at Victoria Park on Wednesday. Despite dust in the morning, attendance was good and gate receipts reached £67, better than last year due to subscriber entries and generous committee support.
The event showcased Paddock and Mrs Paddock's catering, fruit and produce booths, canaries and pigeons, draught stock entries, pony classes, dairy items, and prize winners for hay, barley, wheat, butter, poultry, cattle, sheep, and pigs. Prominent winners included Mr. Reynolds, Mr. Thos Reynolds Buubotawie, Mr. Geo Bailey, Mr. Jim Scom, Messrs. Ware Bros., Mr. W. Taylor, Mr. J. C. Sandland, and Mr. Duldig.
A patient describes severe fright and trembling with throat pain, sleeplessness, and a racing mind. After consulting doctors and trying various remedies, a tonic called Clemente Tonie allegedly eased symptoms, restored appetite, energy, and sleep, ending a long period of distress.
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