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Newspaper
Peak Hill Express
Location
Peak Hill, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 01, 1907
Page
3
The Willis trial in Sydney concluded as the jury found the accused not guilty on each count after the defence was heard and the judge summed up. The Crown decided not to pursue a remaining charge, and Willis was bound over to appear when called.
Ernest and Andrew Simmonds of Trentham receive notices from an English solicitors firm that each has been left a legacy of 21000 pounds by a relative. The brothers, both elderly, plan to travel to England to claim their bequests after years of fossicking for gold and wood cutting.
On Anniversary Day a man recalls landing in Port Jackson in 1839 aboard a 600 ton ship. He walked from Campbell's Wharf to Park Street, declined a drink for his barrower, and notes the growth of his family as Australia welcomed him. Now aged, he offers thanks for mercy and a long life in this land.
Enquiries find crops at Parkes and surrounding 46 000 acres yield between twelve and fifteen bushels per acre. The area extends from Bumnbury toward Eugowra Forbes and Coradgery with lines crossing Gowang lands. Forecasted district yield was fifteen bushels but actual averages may fall to twelve to thirteen bushels per acre.
Aubrey E Bridge, a Singer Sewing Machine traveling agent, was robbed and tied by two men while returning to Barraba. He lost £32 and a watch chain, and remained bound until a resident freed him next morning. Police search continues with no arrests yet.
Sydney Wool Sales report notes brisk competition and firm values for top lines and crossbreds. A total of 4233 bales were auctioned with 4956 bases sold privately including Trident Waterloo Glen Innes Orange Cowra Mudgee and Cobar among numerous brands and consignors.
A man approached J Lane’s waggon in Narromine on Monday, unhitched the saddle horse, mounted, and rode off claiming he was headed to the Railway Hotel. Police pursued but could not catch him. The horse was recovered Wednesday night nine miles toward Dubbo. the rider remains at large.
Sore joints and sharp muscle pain described as rheumatism are claimed to be relieved by Chamberlain's Pain Gall. The advertisement asserts fast first relief and ongoing care with a recommendation to not use other medicines. Sold by A W Yaytor Co Peak Hill and J W Loos Tomingley.
Jack Johnson and Peter Felix, both black boxers, have been matched for a bout. Mr. Wren states there is no hope of a meeting between Squires and Tolionion, ruling out a future clash.
A large mixed auction near Peak Hill lists 150 mixed sheep 2-tooth to full mouth 400 aged ewes plus Bulgandramine bred lines in good condition. Also offered are 1200 ewes 2 4 6 and S toothing, 300 ewes 2 4 6, 300 wethers 2 4 6 tooth, 175 lambs, 875 total price 10s 8 6d. Additional lots include 100 prime fat wethers rising 4-tooth 50 lbs 12s, 500 wethers 2 and 4 tooth from Coree Roseneath lines, 200 aged ewes 50 fat and more. Large consignment from Yarrabundie Station and Parkes areas with many crossbred and Romney Marsh Rams. For definite offer contact Baker & Spence, Peak Hill.
During a Melbourne Police Court hearing a witness said he joined the New South Wales first contingent for the South African war and later showed relatives gold watches taken from Boers’ houses. The Commonwealth orders postmasters to stay at their offices during business hours despite long hours.
The page cites diverse items from Wagga and Parkes to Sydney including a forecast of verdant turf, a £150 annual poultry revenue at Wagga Experimental Farm, cricket results with N.8.W. defeating Victoria by an innings and 266 runs, tin production valued at £162,958, and concerns over dog poisoning in Wyalong. It notes appointments at Wellington station, rich ore findings at Kiandra Copper mine, and smelting plans, plus a fatal scalding of a child in Sydney. Also reported are heavy rains in January, Canowindra Jockey Club racing plans, Canadian rail expansion, and a promotional endorsement for Chamberlain's Tablets for digestive disorders.
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