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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 09, 1925
Page
7
The Labor Daily argues farmers must back Labor to gain land production policies, while critics claim farmers need representatives with primary industry knowledge. The piece analyzes NSW electorates, party loyalties, and possible outcomes for Wammerawa candidates including Clark and Dunn amid cross-party conflicts.
The correspondence to J Ritchie from Arthur Blakeley and an unnamed Labor official discusses how How to Vote cards must be numbered from one to three, clarifying that only candidates with Labour regimented tickets require executive sanction. It notes that individuals can print No 1 vote cards, but must show colleagues and number their squares accordingly.
The Wellington trotting scene grew from key sires and breeders, notably Wonbobbie, Walcleve, Huon Jun and Rock Huon, shaping NSW racing history. A succession of owners like J A Buckland, C TL Fitererad, Mr Harry Taylor, and Norman Cook helped establish a thriving club with hopes of £1000 prize money, while historic champions Burlington and Greta influence local lines.
A speaker reiterates that voters must allocate their second and third Labor preferences to the other two Labor colleagues in the Wammerawa electorate. The message emphasizes ensuring all three Labor candidates are accounted for in the preference flow.
The passage praises a trotting stock led by Vanclere progeny and Wellington’s strong club, noting the potential to become the premier sporting club outside Sydney if the town and district offer support. It underscores the quality of horses and the loyalty of the trotting community.
An 8:50 pm crash on Clarinda Street Parkes involving W R Martin's new car injured five people, including Alma Chariton Violet Goodburn Rita Parker and Frank Thomas. Chariton and Goodburn suffered facial and arm injuries while Thomas sustained a leg injury. All were taken to District Hospital for treatment. discharge expected after observation. The incident caused local shock and discussion.
When visiting Sydney do not miss Eden Studios at 727 George Street near Central Station. Specialists in high grade photography offering 12 Superior finished Sepia Towed Cabinets for 17/6 at moderate prices.
The piece recounts famed gold rush figures like Jim Nash, One-arm Hustler, and Beyers and Holterman, noting their early riches from Gympie, Hustler's Reef, or Hill End, but details how most died penniless or nearly so. It cites Nash missing a 3000 pound government reward, Holterman’s lone fortune, and other miners who ended with little or none.
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