Local Notes Mix Politics Crime and Weather from Peak Hill
A string of brief items reports Carruthorn's early graduation, Millard’s alleged misuse of funds, upcoming Masonic social, wheel race entree, and a nonholiday for Peak Hill. It notes rain across the state, brighter prospects for winter, a merit certificate for the Public School, farmers' turnout, local trade offers, and mixed parliamentary satire. It also cites criminal cases in Forbes, local arrests, and community health quips, with references to Manchuria and local officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carruthorn
M.A
Millard
Queanbeyan
J'S.p
Pook Hill
N. Gibson
Peak Hill
Malout
A.N.A. Association
Woaxen
Faroe
Berrie
Doncaster
Bydn
Messrs
Gibson Bros
Peak
Forbes
Costa
N.S.W
Blayney
Sydney
Parlor Warbler and Mangle Scene Inspire Wit and Woes
An oddball tale shows a girl singing in a parlor while an old lady works a mangle, causing disappointment for a suitor. A separate American seeks divorce claiming his wife ate cake badly and mocked his weak frame. A jokey exchange follows as a man seeks advice from a cobbler.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Liv
End of Serial Hero Dies in Compacted Finale
Paragraph fragment shows the hero’s departure and tragic end compressed into a single sentence. It mentions a revolver from his pocket and the hero taking his own life, leaving his pursuers unaware of his native origins as the scene closes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beardes
Reasons for a failed businessman in a reflective critique
The article lists traits behind a collapse in enterprise: overreaching ideas, fear of risk, too many ventures, vanity, expectant luck, poor bridge burning, bad tirekeeping, penny saving, and debt to duty. It notes uncourteous behavior driving away customers and reluctance to adopt better methods or focus on advertising.
Questions Answered on Mortgagees and Debts
Buusermen asks if a mortgagee can sue for the balance after a sale and pursue other property. Peak Hill asks if a shop debt can be recovered after eight years. answer: only if payments or written acknowledgment occurred within the last six years. Aledown asks about a life interest farm. answer: aunt cannot grant an absolute transfer after life tenancy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buusermen
Peak Hill
Aske
Atorekeeper
Notice on Account Settlement by E A Gun and MacCarthy
After the 28th instant all outstanding accounts will be owed for. Mn E A Gun is authorised to reflect agme and his receipt will be a sufficient discharge. OAS D MacCarthy Peak Hill Feb 15 1906.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mn. E. A. Gun
Agme
OAS
D. Maccarthy
Peak Hill
The Case of Mrs A Burke Severe Illness Story
A Paddington woman Mrs Annie Burke details a prolonged illness caused by work stress and mental anxiety. She credits Clement's Tonic with restoring her vitality and happiness after months of debility, and she offers a formal declaration praising the remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Annie Burke
Walker Street
Paddington
Mrs. Borke
Abs. Burke
Devon
Ross
Loville
Clements
Toni
Annie Borer
Watkerweller
Wales
Commonwealth of A
Leo
Pércalanlon
Enich
For a Lame Back Infirm Remedy from 1900s
The notice suggests pain relief for backache using Chamberlains Path Malm on a damp flannel not tied tight. It instructs applying Pain Balm morning and evening and rubbing vigorously to speed relief. Gibson Brou Peak Hill Loss Tommy are named but details are unclear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlan
Gibson Brou
Peak Hill
Loss
Tommny
Farmers and Settlers Association Public Meeting Called
The undersigned appoint a public meeting of Farmers and Settlers to reestablish or form a new local branch. It will be held at the Chambers Peak Hill on Saturday the 17th at 2 30 in the afternoon. Those listed signatories include Parr Maker Bouffler O Leary Dunn Braithwaite and others. Joseph Jackson Mayor convenes the meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peak Hill
SaTuanay
Farmers and Settlers’ Association
Busie
William Parr
William Maker
John Bouffler
James O'Leary
E. Dunn
Walter Braithwaite
King
Monars
Parr
Maker
Bouiller
Joseph Jackson
Dress Notes in Sydney Sales Addendum
Aumnontns reviews winter stock clearances and department store sales at Menara and David Jones. The writer notes yearly half year events attract shoppers though most items are not fresh, with emphasis on value and clearance pricing. Purchases include damask napkins, bleached pieces, hemstitched cambric, duchesse sets, and pillow cases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aumnontns
Alwaya
Sydney
Menara
David Jones
Prc
Desirable Drapery and Accessories Sale Ends Soon
A Melbourne store advertises a large drapery sale featuring fleur de lis patterns, napkins, pillow cases, table mats, and cambric fabrics. Discounts include yardage and per pair prices, with Panama hats reduced from 14/6 to 19/6. Early purchases encouraged before month end.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tae Amada Somal
Anch Prisee Thane
David Jones
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McKinlay, Reilly 5 Co. Stock, Station, and General Commission Agents
Tomingley
SCE
C. &V. Richards
AAS
Metcalfe
Arinda-St
Parkes
Mra. A. Burke
Paildington
Cies
Panama
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