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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 16, 1925
Page
7
Classified notices solicit a capable waitress at Grant Hotel on Lee Street Wellington with extras for strong male applicants. also seeks housemaids waitresses laundress and hotel staff including housekeeper cook and dressmaker positions. Community notices advertise a social event and church fundraiser with details on dates and venue.
Reginald Llewellyn King operating as Wellington under the name Wellington Producers Agency has dissolved the partnership. Dated April 8, 1926.RL poneia G. Witnow A. G. Grata.
Local notes report a bay colt winner at the yearling Eastern rales, show dates fixed for Nyngan, and a Royal Show district exhibit win by Western District’s Geo Travitt. Attendance at Manareh pictures topped a crowded Monday night lineup, while a new paint job brightens the Macquarie River bridge.
A jumble of notices covers auctions for boots and shoes, dances at Reynolds Hall, a dahlia display, a land board meeting in Wellington, and warm weather with bathhouse crowds. Also mentions a charity drive, a motor show, and several social events with dates implied in May and April.
Abel Withins and Co announce a damaged goods sale on Saturday 18th in the Dit Hall, Wable Street, featuring boots and shoes damaged by water from a recent fire. Prices are described as up to half are undamaged, with some boots and shoes offered at reduced rates.
Special low-priced passes are offered for visitors to the upcoming exhibition. The event, to run on the ground and during three show days, highlights trotting, hunting, and ring events. Officials promise thrilling attractions and a notable time jump demonstration.
Today’s wires report explained that cloned Tant Nile attracted more visitors than last year, reaching a record total of 685,150. In Ryogle district two government caches were blown up by strong explosives as weeks of tax reductions approach. Wellington NZ school opens after four months due to infantile paralysis outbreak. the reel opens Monday.
This Afternoon's Wires report a chestnut yearling by Humbug from Marialo wrdu sold at Chisholm's on account of Mr H A Tays lor Macquarie Stud Farm to Mr J Miller and D Lewis. Flyin Ring (imp) bred dam Redford Maid noted.
A hospital committee meeting last night lapsed due to lack of a quorum. Present were Rev. Fdl Dunksey Mesere Q Kennard Bradford W Willock J Bere Alf Notch and secretary C Rose. A new meeting is planned for Tuesday evening next.
Abel Wilkine and Co. received instruction from Mr B J Mathews to seize all household furniture and effects at Millview. The property was stolen on Thursday 28 April at 2 30 pm. The description notes old furniture made of wale not resemble cedar in beautiful condition, inviting buyers to attend with confidence.
Easter in Wellington described as a quiet holiday period with residents visiting nearby towns. On Good Friday and Baxter Sunday church services were held across denominations, attracting small visitor crowds. Wellington’s tall church tower becomes a local landmark as the town observed the long weekend.
A salvage sale notice invites buyers to inspect goods Saturday evening before the sale. It promises items are worth attending for and asks bidders to come prepared as items are exposed for disposal.
A wandering writer describes a stop near Dunedoo en route to Coolah. Confusion over the pronunciation of Coolah and a mix up with “Canter” prompts a humorous exchange with a genial publican who tests their travel distance and origin before guiding them onward.
Reports Friday morning allege an assault attempt by Purdy, a former inmate, at Oval Howedine House. Police and doctors responded after the man appeared to have a seizure or similar episode. A woman sustained a scratch on the neck. her condition and the details remain unclear as he was admitted to hospital for observation.
An unusual event occurred at Key Euston Sunday Service in Hodangara Buytiat Church. Two men, Phoebe and Methulah, aged 180 combined, led the service with Methulah crafting it as Phoebe walked the steps, both described as longtime parishioners and workers.
Alan Ashworth won the Easter Monday road race at 44 minutes for the course. L Jackson placed second with 44 165 minutes noted. W Stanbrook finished third in the sprint for the prizes. N Powvany set the fastest time of 13 10 for the distance while A Worrall avoided injury.
The Chief Justice of Queensland, Mr Justice McCawiey, collapsed and died at Roma Street Railway Station on Friday morning as he arrived in the city to begin work. He was 64 years of age. Homebush Markets reported 31,000 sheep yarded with good quality. prices firm. Cattle numbers steady. prime heavy Dallocka scarce and prices firm. The Acting Minister for Repatriation announced government outlay nearing £160 million on repatriation with about 208,700 men returned. current force 242,680.
Personal Pars. Nurn Dulcie Retton at local hospital details several patients in serious condition including Mr. J Edwards and Mr. George Ristph. A baby girl born to Mr and Mrs Stan ley Job. engagements announced for Mrs Muriel Tanbill Thorncroft to Mr Leslie Martin Gregory. visits by Armstrong and others noted. Community events include garden party at the country house and Easter visits to Wallington.
A garlanded church ceremony followed by a reception at the bridegroom’s home honored the union of Smith Ardonald and Mira AT Grill. The wedding party included bridesmaids Mim Bap Amith and Nora Dosis, with guests from nearby families and a traditional wedding march. Plans mention a Honeymoon trip to Jenolan Cave and a blue morocain travel look for the bride.
Medley Blackby St John's Chukeh of Mad and Willington hosted a quiet Tuesday wedding when the Ven Archalim Barey Brown united Eric LU Arch and Mise Medley in matrimony. The bride wore a pale blue frock and wreath with a bouquet. sister Medley served as matron of honor. The ceremony was followed by a small reception at the bride's mother's residence.
The wedding of Herbert Whitehouse and a Barden bride took place in a formal ceremony with bridesmaids and a large gathering. The reception followed at We Willock's House Hotel. The newlyweds planned a honeymoon to Sydney and the South Grand.
A quiet ceremony at St Johns Church yesterday afternoon joined Jordan of Spleee Ort and Mia Vers How, daughter of Mr John Holler of Billcor Creek, with Deacon Barry Brown officiating.
A district wedding described with names such as Sir Grae Reb and Mr T Andro. Attendants wore white frocks while a navy morocain and silver accents featured in the attire. Guests gathered in Goulburn and later in Sydney for the reception at a notable hotel setting.
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