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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 04, 1903
Page
7
Complete history of the bushranging era in Australia drawn from what are claimed as the most authentic records. CHAS WHITE presents a narrative of criminal exploits, colonial life, and the pursuit of outlaws across towns and bushland, with occasional biographical portraits and dated episodes.
A detailed police narrative recounts a November 17 raid by Hall Gilbert and Dunn on the Gundagai to Sydney mail route. The chase ends with a fatal shot on Constable Nelson and subsequent pursuit across roads and paddocks, with arrests, inquests, and a push to recover stolen mail and goods as authorities intensify efforts against the gang.
The court fined defendants £28 10s total for issuing unstamped receipts tied to a transfer dispute involving GooJour e H Barber and Alfred Oversil. One offender faced £2 6s 8d for an unstamped receipt in a horse deal, with notices of appeal granted.
A ministerial minute on a private irrigation plan from the Laghluy River near Borbes seeks a license to divert surplus water for farming. The proposal, to build Woodguts and maintain supply during floods, was reviewed by the inquiry board which cautioned against diversions and stressed state control of any private works.
A historical note argues against forced private pumping diversions and advocates equitable water distribution under the Water Rights Act. It stresses flood realities, limited diversions, and the need to encourage authorized irrigation over widespread private schemes while preserving river health and regional livelihoods.
The Board of Bupiquers reports on the Kalgoorlie to Fort Goat railway proposal after visits to Hucls and Kalgor lie. It cites an estimated cost of 26,000,183 and revenue forecast of 143,720, noting inspector costs of 400 to 500 pounds. Federal action awaits a final board report by August and possible route survey order.
A carpenter recounts enduring a severe itchy skin ailment for years. After using Doan's Ointment recommended by chemists, his leg healed with no further trouble. He endorses the remedy for various skin complaints and notes it was sold by retailers on receipt of price.
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