Public Notice to Dairymen at Parkes Factory
Public notice announces Parkes Dairying Co preparing to receive milk at the factory near Parkes railway station from late July. Central factory machinery is being erected to handle large quantities of milk and cream. the Manager will receive unlimited quantities from the mid July restatement. John Westcott serves as Secretary and offers separator arrangements through the secretary.
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Parkes Dairying Coy
Dad
Parkes
Admiral Noo Reports Russian Energy at Tsushi Battle
In a full report on the battle of Tsushi Admiral Noo notes the Russians fought with utmost energy and intrepidity. He credits low Japanese casualties to protection by the spirits of superior ancestors. The text also mentions bronchitis treatment with Bonnington's Irish Tonic, claimed to act directly on affected parts.
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Noo
Tsushi
Local News Roundup Reflects Hospital Meeting and Shows
Local items note a hospital committees meeting this afternoon and social fundraisers in aid of Tocal Convent. Other notes include election representation for Mr J Matthews at Pouk Hill, Sharp business chatter, and reports on local deaths and community events.
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Tocal
J. Matthews
Pouk Hill
Mulong T.P
Herr Percival
Manley
Bullock Creek
FE. L. Jones
Roseneath
Peak Hill P. A. & TI. Association
Masonic Hall
H. N. Gibson
Forbes
Roach & Co
Harper's O
Arthur Baird
Mungery
Dubbo
W. Crook
Messrs
D'Avey & Co
Crook
Peak Hill
Millar & Co
Narroutine
Manchester Unity Order of Oddfellows
N.8.w
Sydney
Trangie
Dandaloo
Lhewe
Foot race battles at Forbes and Parkes draw large bets
In Forbes and Parkes, pedestrians wagered large sums on foot races. Aplett beat Jim Robertson for 100 pounds a side at Forbes, Frank Arnold defeated Dave Meehan for 100 pounds, and Aplett won the Parkes 200 yard race in 19.4 seconds to take 200 pounds a side against Scone Watson before Watson reclaimed the edge in a rematch. Artie Battye beat Billy Robinson of Canowindra for 100 pounds a side.
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Forbes
Aplett
Jim Robertson
Frank Arnold
Dave Meehan
Scone Watson
Parkes
Ton Watson
Watson
Artie Battye
Billy Robinson
Canowindra
Battye
Count Harold Purchases At Bogan Gate Stallion Sale
Count Harold, a fine coaching stallion described as a rich looking dark chestnut and sire of Lord Bobs, was purchased by Mr. H. Taylor of Bogan Gate. The horse will stand at stud this season locally with mare owners invited to arrange breeding. Fall particulars to follow in the next issue.
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Count Harold
Peak Hill Debating Society Seeks New School of Arts
At a Peak Hill Debating Society meeting a request was raised for reestablishing a School of Arts after prior efforts failed due to lack of support. Secretary George Hewett urges public backing and a meeting to initiate steps, noting earlier attempts by Mr. Ray and Mr. Mitchell.
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Peak Hill Express
Peak Hill Debating Society
Express
School of
Debating Society
Ray
Dugga and
Euchin Streets
Casswell Street
McAskill
Mitchell
Sam
George Hewett
Pecretary
Zupress
Peak Hill
Obituary: A. O. Baird Manager Dies at 82
Death of A O Baird of Mungery Station after galloping consumption. He was 82, son of D D Baird of She Springs. Survived by widow and two children. Funeral held Tuesday and burial at Dubbo General Cemetery per Dubbo Linens.
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A. O. Baird
Messrs
Strahorn Bros
Mungery Station
Burkitt
Mr. Baird
D. D. Baird
She Springs
Miss Gee
Alban Gee
Sydney Mont Pros Serving Company
Pines
Dubbo General Cemetery
Dubbo Linens
Stormy expected passage for Shires Bill in Assembly
The Shires Bill is expected to face a stormy passage in the Assembly as many country supporters of the Government oppose it.
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Jackson
Horse Sale
Will
Globe II
Can Sango
Mictarnemt
Peale Hill
J. E. Mullampey
Globe Hotel
Forbes & HL. Association
N. A. Read
John Westcott
Canon Farrar
Wesleyan Ministers Fund
Japan
Billy Melvilly
Canoblas
Haynes
Melville
Willis
J. L. Whitmill
Farmers’ and
Eann
School of Arts
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