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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 01, 1907
Page
9
A colonial police correspondence from Sydney discusses an alleged horned animal scene in the Gore district. It notes injuries deemed accidental and mentions the broader context of the investigation and related official warrants.
Fisk Jubilee Singers, recently reorganised with new members Miss B Haynes Miller soprano Mr Walter Wilkians tenor Mine Bailey mezzo soprano Mr Sydney Haynes baritone, will present plantation songs folk tunes and choruses with solos darts and trios at Odd Fellows Hall on Monday night. Tickets are 1s 2d and 9d with box plan at Gosdon's for bookings.
Mr E Webster headmaster Wellington Public School approves Mr Sissomileh's visit and arrangements. He will address senior boys and girls Friday on geology topics including Bodangora Deposita and Wellington District limestone caves. The talks are organized by the Public School Teachers Association at the Wellington Caves Friday evening and Saturday morning.
Report outlines a Saturday program with Chuelo Towns of NQW facing Wo Webb of New Zealand in a wealling championship race. It notes public opinion favoring Towne and Webb’s admirers. Also covers a second NZ vs Australia football test in Brisbane, plus lists horses, handicaps, and nominations for Crulfield Grand National events and related races.
Mr Dixon Wand delivered a lengthy talk at the Protestait Hall in Turon day evening under the Liquor Defence Union of New South Wales. He argued against compulsory abstinence and warned that prohibition would harm liberty and the economy, urging repeal and highlighting clergy and public health arguments. He cited personal anecdotes, Bible texts, and international comparisons to oppose the local option law.
The readable portions record a debate with names like G. Seymmer and Wolsh, noting acknowledgments and a rated action at a meeting. Remaining words are garbled, offering limited clear facts or outcomes.
The report notes a cautious wool market with sellers restricting action amid unfavorable London advice. Prices remain low and buyers seek exact limits before closing deals. Returns of damaged wool are small but valuable if properly sampled and appraised.
Report of a horse sale held at Caupmedown Yard on Werluvstay Yathust for Richard Inoio Meorania of Bingleton. Excellent draft and heavy horses fetched up to £45, average prices around £40 1s 1d for the 1 hand. Multiple lots included well bred Clydesdales and draughts with bids strong from Mr J Tumneth and Mr Ho Parker. Quotations list ranges from heavy draughts 24 to 50 pounds and light draughts up to 32 pounds with variations for age and soundness.
A garbled list of upcoming events and participant names appears, mentioning Tao wonmbe Q and Royal Agricultural Society Burn Parade dates, with scattered figures and venue references. Entries include Gunpbdtat, Brinbanie, Parkes, Yeundle, Bingo, Mennara, Hallmrats, Navy Rover, Kyosnorey, Murwiihinbaly, Taruai, Fenuvally, Camalen, Hawa, Wingham, Bundug, Waloba, and various scores or times.
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