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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 05, 1940
Page
4
The President’s reports on wartime measures, orchard trials, and road works dominated the session. Council discussed funding and supervision for shire projects, inspections by Cra Hans and Hula, and the possible transfer of gate fees to a central fund, with several notices from departments and local bodies recorded.
An engineer notes lopping of trees along State Highway 7 from Rec Wilk to boundary and repairs to chair wire fencing. Construction progress on the Marbery Creek Bridge faces delays due to injuries. tenders revived for 2,000 cubic yards of Vitumen aggregate for resurfacing from the Caves to Sib. Several sections of road and culverts are described as being completed or in progress with various crews and suppliers involved.
The Arthurville Shire reports extensive road works on developmental routes including trees, drainage, and culverts. Discussion covers Mumbil Kore Creek to Melvidyn lines, property access, bridge repairs, and gravel resurfacing. President notes call for road rationing and policy on water and curbing, with W Quinlan named as supervising officer.
Fragmentary World War I account recalls Verdun battles and artillery bombardment. Describes German and Allied fire, gas effects, and marching troops with scattered references to units, locations, and the brutal toll near the fortress town.
Fragmentary report lists road repair work with names such as Captain and J Whitehead in charge. Mentions clearing a river bank and aging culverts, with references to state highway work and pipe culverts under unnamed supervisors.
Fragmentary text presents no clear event, names, places, or dates to summarize into a valid news card with a coherent lead and supporting details.
A fragmented reminiscence praises provincial country papers and editors, highlighting Haawi Pix maker Garling and the value of community reporting. The piece laments regimentation, notes the county press as a local spine, and sketches ties to various editors and towns amid a fading print era.
A British industrialist notes widespread grain exports and shifted shipments, outlining uncertainties about consignments and potential losses. He emphasizes the Navy’s role and hints at shareholder concerns while the market awaits further data on export performance.
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