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1875
28 January 1875
During the week the heat has been intense, and there are no signs of rain. The moon is at its full to-day, and there is just a chance that a change for the better may take place.
A public meeting was held in the Town Hall, Mudgee, on the 19th inst., for the purpose of taking steps to form a fire brigade for the town. The Mayor occupied the chair. A resolution was carried affirming the desirability of forming a brigade, and another one also appointing a committee. A secretary and treasurer were elected1
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References
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MUDGEE. (1875, January 28). The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (NSW : 1843 - 1893), p. 5. Retrieved March 15, 2025, from http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article18791519