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Newspaper
Peak Hill Express
Location
Peak Hill, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 02, 1906
Page
2
Anglican services listed for Peak Hill Litany at 10 a.m. Tomingley 3 p.m. McPhail 7 45 p.m. Rey H G Witursox Rector. Roman Catholic mass on the second Sunday monthly. Methodist plan of services not included.
A largely attended Railway League meeting led by Mr Jacob Matthews discussed progress toward a Peak Hill railway. M LA Eden George outlined survey plans to cut costs, urged public support, and noted a two year pathway to Parliament approval. An executive committee was formed and thanks given to George for his efforts.
Mr J Castrey treasurer lists January receipts for hospital donations from J Crowley Buckman Mrs Jan Bank of Australasia F Gurney Rydalmer E J H Williams Gertie Patterson W J Nicholas maintenance W Rathbone Hugh Kelly Misses Mclean Brayne totaling £6 12s 10d.
Mr A Royle of Royle Co agents for Sun Insurance Office visited Waterford regarding the fire. T Rice received full payment for wheat and hay losses while other damages including wire fencing and 5000 acres of grain drafts yards were partially covered. Rice noted the incident could have been worse in a philosophical remark.
The town cemetery lies neglected with long dry grass raising fire danger. A small sum could tidy the site and honor the deceased. a meeting is planned to start a subscription to restore and maintain the graves, railings, and grounds.
Michael Doyle of Peak Hill was arraigned for stealing £45 from R. R. McLean on December 2. He pleaded not guilty, challenged two jurors, and was defended by Mr. McQuinn. A jury convicted him after limited evidence, and he received a twelve month sentence.
Messrs Toop and Lowrie of Bogan Gate announce two major sales at Trundle. The Plains at H A Croft's property on February 10 and Woodvile at E Goodwin's on February 19. Full sale details are in the advertising columns.
Peak Hill settlers and others from northern New South Wales migrate to Queensland attracted by freehold soil settlement. Toowoomba agents Scholefield and Godsall offer 2000 acres of land on the Darling Downs 18 miles from the railway with lithographs viewable at the Express office.
Alderman Jackson urges precautions after Typhoid fears rise in Fortnuna Peak Hill. Doctors blame impure water with Cobar epidemic cited as proof. Boil drinking water not filtered. use copper in water and avoid soap suds in gutters. A ratepayers notice also appears in today’s issue.
A social afternoon in Alectown marks a farewell to Mrs and Miss Grimmett of Blenheim who are moving to Sydney for a month then to Queensland. Gifts include a diamond brooch and gold bracelet. Horace Grimmett thanks the district as others toast the departing family.
At a Railway League meeting Mr. Bouffler pressed for government supply of wire netting as rabbits ruin crops. Eden George urged action to fund up to two million pounds, criticizing the mere £50,000. Settlers, farmers, and supporters urged prompt, practical relief and factory investment.
Mining Registrar J. Campey records February expiry dates for miners rights and associated holders including W. Lockington Emily Frazer Jas Waddick Peter Stewart F. McAtamney J.H. Young F. Adams Thos. B. McFarland A. Peter K. Kopp W. J. Norris John Boles W. B. Wynne Mary Wynne Mabel Oxley Mary Egan James Hayes Grace Walsh E. J. Stewart UC. Kearney Edmund Jarvis J. Townsend Isabella Townsend and others.
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