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Newspaper
Peak Hill Express
Location
Peak Hill, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 31, 1907
Page
14
Mr Eden George begins his election campaign addressing meetings at Forbes and Parkes this week. Shire Secretary H J Hughes reports a Department of Public Works grant of 300 pounds for roads and bridges.
A visitor accidentally shot dead the eldest son of Mr. John Jones while rabbit shooting with pea rifles at Bullagreen station Gulargambone on Wednesday afternoon.
About 2500 miles of wire netting have been ordered by the Lands Department for Pastures Protection Boards. Some 1700 miles have already been despatched or will be sent within the next few days.
Lloyd, driver of the tram involved in the death of Mr. Foster of Orange, has been committed for trial on manslaughter charges. The inquiry alleges both driver and conductor were intoxicated at the time of the crash.
Dan Barry, a well known actor manager, reportedly runs seven bioscopic companies touring Australia. The Irishman, listed as residing in Melbourne, is said to be earning a handsome income while remaining at home.
In New South Wales officials report E W O'Sullivan was offered a ministerial post in the Carruthers Government but declined. The colony reels from the setback but authorities expect a recovery in time.
Directors of Great Cobar Limited push to remove underground machinery to surface and risk disruption as the strike continues. Railways could lose about £1000 weekly while the dispute lasts.
The Parkes Land Board commences sittings today and will also sit on June 5 6 7 10 and 11 hearing local cases. Three claims by T Calvert against J W Palmer T Bridle and Citizens Lita Assurance Co involve fencing under the P P Act.
A rainmaking device in India uses a mile-high rocket with a ether reservoir. On descent a parachute slows its fall while spray releases ether to absorb heat and condense vapor, yielding a limited rain shower.
Alexander Cameron a retired tobacco merchant was found shot in the chest and arm at Black Victoria. He claimed he fired at barking dogs when the revolver jammed and discharged. He died hours later. He reportedly drank brandy daily and smoked heavily. death is thought to be self-inflicted.
Frank Jackson has joined a Wellington auctioneers firm after selling out at Bogan Gate. A child aged years died after clothes caught fire at her father KE F Williams residence. she died next morning. Tenders are invited for a tank stand project on Bogan Gate to Trundle railway. Pearce and Williams close local agency. Trundle railway contractors seek horses and sleeper-getters for the line.
Deputy Postmaster-General informs Mr. T Bronn MHR that a mail link Coradgery Receiving Office to Mr. Looney’s may be established if a suitable conductor is nominated to carry mails twice weekly via Jones' Ready and Bruie School. The department may contribute £30 per year, subject to Postmaster-General approval, reflecting revenue justification.
Wartine to the Dubbo Distarcon recalls Duncan Gillies once a drover who faced a £50 fine after a cattle trespass near Minore and Dubbo. A Wellington judge jailed him until a squatter paid with a cheque, saving his freedom. Gillies later led Victoria as premier and headed the Gillies-Deakin ministry, with a contemporary as Australian Commonwealth premier.
Mothers urged by an advertisement to use Dr Sheldon s New Discovery said to relieve croup instantly and safely for children. It claims a small pleasant dose and lists prices for small and large bottles sold by Thomas Hand Peak.
The survey notes massive land holdings in Bourke and growing savings bank funds. Obituaries report Charles Rasp’s death. Adulteration findings plague groceries. Byron Bay Butter Factory shows long output value. Several local incidents include a Sydney police sentence, a fatal lift accident, and legal/tax mentions. Community debates touch on industry, temperance, and public works.
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