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Newspaper
The Areas Express
Location
Booyoolee, Victoria, Australia
Date
Feb 10, 1911
Page
3
Georgetown notes mourn the death of Mr Joseph King at about 11 pm on Monday. He was a large local employer, fair and considerate, leaving a grieving wife and young family. Funeral held Wednesday with Rev Mr Vigis officiating. The district laments the loss of a sterling man.
Two birthday parties were held in one week at Barabba school inviting every attending child. Mr. and Mrs. Wall hosted their son Allen who was nine, and Mr. and Mrs. J Lithgow hosted their son Jeck who was two. Both afternoons were very enjoyable.
On Wednesday evening a large group gathered at Mrs J Lawley’s residence to bid farewell to Mr and Mrs James Bawden who have lived in the area for years. A program of recitations and solos amused guests before Mr F Rowe presented a token of friendship. Afterward, games continued until early morning as the couple departed the next day for Port Vincent.
A social at the Owen Methodist Church honored Mr. and Mrs. Richard Tiller and their family as they prepare to move to Mollala for farming. The event featured a silver tea service, a silver-back hair brush, special music, and warm remarks from the congregation and church leaders.
Harvest thanksgiving services were held at the Methodist Church on Sunday last. Morning advice was given by the Rev. P. F. B. Oldham with an appropriate address. Mr. H. Harford of Balaklava occupied the pulpit at night. Special music by the choir with Miss E. Hill at the organ. The church was neatly decorated.
Farmers gathered at the Institute on Thursday with over four attendees to protest high unimproved land values and insufficient exemptions. Speakers cited mismatched valuations, appeals, and district-wide inconsistencies, prompting a unanimous resolution criticizing assessments by about £1 per acre.
A reader recalls railway car notices about behavior and the captain’s request no one speak to the motorman. The piece contrasts modern conduct with historic signs about not speaking to the man at the wheel and being ejected for spitting.
The piece attacks a land tax reform as socialistic, calling it a threat to farmers. It notes elected officials favor increased resources and a larger wealth distribution, while farmers face higher assessments and urged appeals have dwindled. The author likens the tax to a predator and warns of the ongoing hardships.
Joseph King a respected north district resident and agricultural leader died after weeks of illness. He helped develop rust resistant wheat King's Early, led regional unions, chaired Georgetown District Council, and held farming, land, and milling interests. Funeral drew wide attendance. memorial service planned. He leaves a widow five children and an invalid mother.
Friends of Mr. G. H. Boucaut, longtime Balaklava manager for Fleming Boucaut and Ashton, were surprised to learn on Tuesday of his transfer to the City office due to a health issue within a firm member. The Balaklava office will continue with counsel notices.
Mr Bonenn t will be missed for his public service and cricket involvement. He belonged to the Mao Voice Choir and served as secretary of Christ Church flower show and a lay reader there. Mr Frank McArdle, formerly seriously ill with pneumonia at a North Adelaide hospital, is now convalescent and recovering well.
In Port Wakefield on January 23 Balaklava scored 176 all out, with Peek 45 Crafter not out 41 and Hillebrand 20 leading the scorers. Port Wakefield were bowled out for 70, with Leitch taking 2 for 30 and Uppill 3 for 6 as Balaklava won by 106 runs.
The Ramblers beat Port Wakefield by a narrow margin in a Balaklava association cricket match. Port Wakefield posted 123 for 9 with J Martin 57 not out and J Harley 43 not out, while Ramblers replied with P Uriwin 13 and J Martin 57 not out, aided by W Thomas 20 and G Smith 17. Bowling highlights include Walkom 2 for 18 and Windale ton 5 for 14 for the visitors.
Avon G Preston produced a high scoring game on Saturday with Preston prevailing 79 to 4. Key scorers included M Madigan and W Kirkland for Preston while Avon contributions came from D French M Madigan and F Wood among others as listed in the score details.
Barabba won a home game played on February 4. Barabba scorers included Hen nessy 30 and Campbell 14 while Boundary’s W Lawrie top scored with 47 not out. Boundary bowlers paid 19 runs per R Stewart and 39 runs for Lawrie.
A large delegation from numerous towns visited the Commissioner of Taxes, led by Mr. J G Russell, to press concerns over land tax assessments. Russell defended assessment principles, stressing sale value as the basis and noting 63 delegates from district councils and 13 from corporations attended. He urged moderation in appeals and highlighted influences shaping public sentiment, including the federal tax debate and organisational backing.
Taxation officers argued over how to assess land values in districts like Weroeata and Kadina. They noted historical price swings from four to ten pounds per acre and rising unimproved values across Riverton and Tarlee. Appeals could adjust assessments if the Commissioner approved.
An advertisement extols Chamberlains Cough Remedy as the best safest cough medicine for harsh chronic coughs and claims quick relief. It notes availability through Allen Gladstone Hansks and mentions military use sales. The item also references a government horses purchase for artillery use with regional allocations across Australian colonies. A Nantawarra correspondent reports aboriginal stone chipping found near Lake Bombunya with stones likely from Central Australia for Adelaide museum. Blyth Racing Club set for March 3 meeting by SAJC.
A letter from Mr Th Halderness lauds Sanders Extract as the true eucalyptus remedy. He claims long personal use and endorsements from relatives, asserting it treats coughs colds stomach and lung troubles and Rheumatism. The notice warns against inferior eucalyptus products and cites serious harm from irritating ingredients.
A large sale of cotton and linen dress materials listed with prices and half-price discounts. Crepe, cambric, and striped fabrics in many colors, plus silk muslins, silks, laces, gloves, ribbons, hats, and accessories. Cash only. free carriage on large orders. write your wants for best attention.
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