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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 12, 1909
Page
4
Obituary notice for Thom Ab Button noting death at Atoniefveey on 14th August 189, 18. Strong entities include Thom Ab Button and location Atoniefveey. The fragmentary text references a memorial tribute and burial timing.
The Victorian railway debate argues that Australia’s inland prosperity hinges on building railways financed without heavy borrowing. Proponents claim proximity land near existing lines could boost freight revenue, lower costs, and fund new routes, especially in New South Wales, by unlocking underused country and reducing interest burdens.
A county report outlines expanding rail connections to surrounding districts to boost growth. It cites existing Grow lanes and aims to attract investments, with emphasis on delivering efficient transport for nearby towns and improving regional commerce.
A lengthy weather note describes steady intermittent rain aiding sowing and crop growth, with a mild long-term forecast for better harvests. Rain totals are broken by town across Wallington Pant Office readings, citing Orange Brownshow Bathurst Blaynyy Molong Parkes Dubbo and others, improving soil warmth and reducing threats of drought.
Local Jottings covers Spring Ridge Bir Tans Niven plans a 3000 beast herd move including 200 fat workers and 230 pattie cattle. Eye specialist George xtrest visits Wellington. October 20 27 28 announced for future events. State Land Bank contract locates at Wellington. sale notices for lots near Wongarboa and Maighan’s vicinity. Boston freemasons pursue Solomon's Temple movement. Mrs A Lynch buys Acme Bakery in Percy Street. Municipal referendum on sale yards. private applications for port use noted. Wellington L L PLL vs School of Arte Liebating debate outlined with participants. Cream reparators Molotte and Fortuna up for trial at reasonable prices. Signalling contract and Boniur Indote room refit mentioned. Drill weather plans and P S Garling takes over Orange Lauder. Limwell Ardill appointed temp in Sydney. Wyaldra Council notes Goolma Progress Association on Elwarman’s coring and Cudgebogong recreation ground. Sunday church services listed with times.
Local notices report Reverend Harrison’s Sunday evening sermon titled Golden and Graven. Community events include a horse bed fall sale, a home bazaar, a funeral, and a series of January displays at the School of Arts. Weather delays and sports scores from Wellington rink are noted with upcoming matches.
The death of the late Mr Hugh Hughes, longtime resident of the district, occurred Saturday last at Hed og. He was about 73 years old with many descendants. The funeral proceeded to Wellington cemetery on Monday with large attendance. Mortuary arrangements were by Mr A Thompson and Mr Champion led the burial service at the Church of England.
An old notice invites public attendance at a Bigal Society event in the dd tullaws Hall for a Musical Society concert on the 20th instant. It mentions ticket availability from A. Goodon and accommodation details, with emphasis on general admission and seating on a first come basis.
A garbled report notes a Tuesday event at Protestant Hall featuring varied entertainment and a cast including the Calvin HUM S. Oladiator. The program highlighted dramatic pieces and music, with performances by international acts and audience applause noted amid unclear details.
A garbled local note describes a drainage problem along the north side of Maughan Street near the court house and post office. It warns the water flow may create a foul odor and threaten residents’ health, urging investigation to trace the source and stop the nuisance.
In a vague notice the authorities discuss the shortage of criminals and difficulties in forming ties for transporting prisoners across the country districts. The Wellington gaol is expected to be targeted for locking up detainees, with a list of those to be removed not yet published and may occur within the next few days.
A committee of the High Hour Association met on Monday with members including Gildes and Jouvings. They discussed the Hind brigade not joining the ceusion, formed a sub committee to persuade Captain Doveen, extended condolences to Mr Mason on his father's death, and postponed plans to publish the program while ensuring punctual events. The program now includes horse driving, a boy likely, and a Saturday night banyant picnic on Bombay afternoon.
About 60 Souplen attended a Railway Tennies Club social night, dancing until 2 am. Music by Minos Boater and group performances by Clark, Seoddom 1, Graigen, and Mr Itaioua. An excellent supper was provided by Indiog with committee members listed. Mr Harris led a spy and Mr Clark performed the Highland Fling amid lively, if garbled, reportage.
About £5000 in prizes will be distributed at the annual meeting of the National Rifle Association, opening in October. Local rifles Smith and E J Barrow braved the Olympic range, earning documented scores of 83 and 84 at 600 yards under challenging conditions.
The report notes Young George Gray, currently earning 2400 in a 16000 stake, making a remarkable 974 break on Tuesday afternoon. He finished in 33 minutes with 499 from the break, aiming to win by a margin of one ball. Tim Tutte plans a return, eyeing a clash with Jack Jolowo early next year as up to 10000 pounds rests on the bout.
In Orange last night the Western Matriot Association discussed readiness for a Wellington Boxing Way event and ways to enlist provincial clubs. A reply denied proprietary club registration amid graft concerns, with the president deeming such clubs unsuitable.
The House debated the Second Calling of the High Commissioner Bill with the minister stating the commissioner will advise all states, not favor any. Northern Territory debate adjourned. A Fire Brigades and Phatakton and Shop Act amendments were introduced. A report shows 150 trade unions with 114,000 members and substantial funds. The Mooris defeated Queensland 38 to 25, crowd clashes followed. A New York publisher was fined £190 for contempt of court. Potatoes from Tasmania and Queensland faced import restrictions, with limited shipments and price details noted.
This afternoon forecast notes unsettled weather with southerly winds. A married woman died by suicide by leaping into a van at night while on business in Queen Victoria market reports hemorrhage of the stomach prior medical treatment. A cash box with £68,000 in banknotes found. An athlete sustained a thigh muscle injury in a tour and may not play again. Local sale listings include Mrs Attwood's Ladies Emporium with marked prices.
The Wellington Hospital monthly meeting held Monday evening chaired by T M Gherriif with H E Kennard W Stewart F A Kanyon T M Comnick and Dr Linton present. Elections and finances discussed, plus reports on donations and a hospital activity month ending with 11 patients.
Joinery operations in Alonget town advertised by J W Maughan and Oatts. Mentions timber handling, a modern shop with lathe bench and surface planing, and a trunk shipped for F J. Notes Oatts as an expert joiner with long experience and a new bar counter pattern made in California. Some text garbled about machine use and door fault.
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