Silver Hill on the Soesdyke-Linden Highway is approximately 13 miles from the mining town. Its population of less than 100 argue over its name; some say it’s Silver Hill, others say it’s Moblissa Newtown but the signboards agree with the former.
When the World beyond Georgetown visited the village, shopkeepers, men drinking and a few others chatting were anxious to share the many difficulties they face every day and wanted photos to be taken to prove it.
Villager Patricia Williams designated herself tour guide, pointing out the first issue – a large