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Newspaper
Peak Hill Express
Location
Peak Hill, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 12, 1907
Page
6
A reader writes as a temperance advocate voice noting the dangers of liquor, arguing monopolies may reduce drink trade temporarily. The writer contrasts liberty with moral duty, suggests reduced public houses, urges aid for widows and orphans, and laments social ills connected to drinking. The piece closes with a Rebbite sign-off.
An Auslitor reports from Trangie to Brewarrina that the land westward appears very barren and rain is badly needed. Nyngan shows little relief from recent downpours, while Byrock to Brewarrina finds the country in similar dry condition. A local weed called the white flower is secretly thriving as a temporary aid.
For Chronic Chest Complaints Woods Great Peppermint Gure. 1s 6d.
A farmer who began with 1885 holdings faced losses from bush fires and hail storms and sought reappraisement under the Land Act. The case hinged on including both original and additional holdings, with the Crown insisting reappraisal cover the original as well. The farmer argued the value increase would ruin him. the board postponed the matter to a future sitting to allow reconsideration.
Aweertxo of the Commons Trustees met Monday evening. A letter from the Department confirms Trustees may fence Peak Hill Commons under the Commons Regulation Act. Other actions include appointing a Ranger, preparing a Commoners' Roll, and leasing the Rifle Club range for five years pending legal grant.
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