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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 16, 1908
Page
2
The document outlines a 1908 programme from PROGWAMME and UPA listing nominations for racing events. It mentions mount Arthur stakes, Town Plate, and Welter trials with entries due by early May. It notes dates and procedures for declarations and weights, with references to officials GEO DANY and others.
The article extols Sydney Jackson for his bold explorations in natural history in Australia, detailing his climbs, bird studies, and a remarkable collection begun in 1488. It highlights his risked life for art, the Rufous scrub bird nest found at Don Dorrigo, and his dedication to honoring his native land through science.
The excerpt surveys winter headwear and coming styles, noting toques and claws, leggings and skirts, with commentary on French influence and the fear of discomfort. It mentions Easter tariffs and a bakers strike, plus a plug for Byrd Dey in Mina Friog as a premier milliner, and hints at fashion guidance for the season.
A clipped, humorous note expresses Dirle’s reluctance to write a long letter during a six week period due to being busy. The writer jokes about weather, wartime strains, and social pretenses while hinting at romantic longing and imagined comforts. The diction imitates a playful, old fashioned diary voice.
The Singleton Pastures Protection Board met to set the annual assessment but found stock on hand and funds insufficient to meet the proposed amount. The board declined to fix the assessment, suggesting possible transfer of duties to the department if conditions worsen. Government options include continuing protection with a reduced allowance or restructuring the board’s functions. Skepticism grows over board viability and its staff and life’s sustainability.
Market report lists prices for merino wools from prime to inferior and lambs, with ranges for x b w, lambe, suckers and sheep. Bulls, cows, bulls and oxen prices shown. notes yard measurements and conditional values for wool, beef, and dairy stock.
Dijon scientist M Postaaus and four chemists announce an electric gun project. They claim to display the device for public view at 1200 hours, outlining its potential as a novel weapon. The report notes the invention originates in France and emphasizes technical claims.
Fragmented OCR lists mail and meeting times with garbled place names. Mentions Wolliegion at 618 pam and Dubbo at 6.30 pm, then notes a Common pevted hearing and various unclear place names such as Ghaeei and Gary Oras Dieide.
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