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Newspaper
Peak Hill Express
Location
Peak Hill, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 07, 1916
Page
2
The notice states that 2000 Perranew Sea Levens boys are prepared for all examinations and prospectus information is available on application from Gc. KR. Campbell Hia. (Syh Headmaster).
A bittersweet memorial notice recalls E J Treverrow who died April 7 1915. His wife daughter and sons William Henry Albert promise to keep his memory alive and share enduring gratitude for his guidance.
W Astill takes over the Mingelo street shop from E D Glasheen after years of operation. He will use Mingelo street for heavy work and Caswell street for shoeing. He recalls an odd incident where a needle moved inside his body near the thigh before he removed it.
A strange discussion unfolds about a tiny needle said to have traveled through generations and possibly hidden in a person since infancy. Town tailors remain skeptical as lawmakers consider reverent rituals over flashy displays before the coming winter session opens.
A Saturday meeting of the P. A. and H. Association Committee at McDermott's Hotel notes the resignation of Secretary McArthur Yeo. President J. J. Whitmill praises Yeo's initiative and confirms plans to appoint a replacement, while planning to proceed with this year's Show.
Reported promising gold find near Millthorps on Sykes land now occupied by Mr Warburton. Prospectors claim the reef yields satisfactory prospects and may relate to Loeckoow origin, but further work is needed to confirm. The site is an old goldfield reserve opened for agriculture, with prior prospecting without value.
Trickster in Sydney sent urgent telegram demanding £10 to be wired to J J Finnnery a Forbes hatkeeper. The impersonator appeared on scene and a reply was sent saying April Fool's Day over and warning to beware of John Hop.
The Debating Society held its weekly meeting on Friday night. Members discussed items from current newspapers and Mr Fab Madden delivered a thoughtful speech on a subject of interest, prompting further discussion among attendees.
The issue lists a tangle and a brooch as prizes with rewards for finding them. Also noted are a farewell sermon by Rev J Wootten at the Methodist Church, a change of successor to Travor Almond, and a busy sports gathering at Tomingley in aid of the Odd Fellows and Peak Hill Hospital.
An Orkney whisky themed verse appears in a high lig a poem, highlighting the drink’s heritage and local craft. The piece weaves regional care with references to distillery origins and tasting notes, capturing cultural pride amid lyrical imagery.
Sales by auction on Saturday April 8 at 3 20 Roache and Matthews on account of M Fardy furniture and effects. The sale on Saturday April 15 at 2 30 includes items from F W Whittaker cotton blocks of land and furniture. G Marshall on recount of J Patterson house and land.
An advertisement touts Chamberlain's Tablets as a remedy for sleeplessness caused by liver disorder and nervous issues. It claims the product eases stubborn symptoms when other remedies fail and lists D W Robb & Co as a seller along with chemists and storekeepers.
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