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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 14, 1902
Page
5
A crowd gathered as Grond's chair was damaged by fire just before the opening of the event. The supper served by Menere Tallana and Baker Celi arrived late, and Justice Nail announced the night’s activities. Despite a fubbling start, the dance proceeded with 40 couples participating in the mood of the occasion.
A concert and comedy night in Hull featured the Canadian actor Tybo Li and company in a lively farce Toi Parla Fount. Performers including Mrs Obryatal and Mr Sprignine delivered clever humor, while Miss Korwood’s pupils provided a colorful stage tableau. the program promised further performances but the following night was cancelled due to ticket issues.
The case of Payne versus Chrystal concerns alleged wages and support for a claimant from age thirteen. A jury verdict favored the defendant. appeal argued misapplication of law and improper conduct. The full court on Tuesday ordered a new trial under a different judge and the matter to be reconsidered.
Fragmented notes discuss Australian troop transport impacts, wartime scenes, public inquiries, and a bleak wartime portrait. It mixes opinions on safety, hospital conditions, and home-front debates on grain duties and free trade. The piece reflects public sentiment, policy ideas, and economic pressures of the era.
By advertisement it appears that the Reverend Ward Harrison intends delivering two popular lectures. The first at Muryeale on August 18 and the second at Wellington on August 20. The advertisement notes his eloquence has earned triumphs wherever he has spoken.
Mixed district notes report significant activity from Mudgin Hever about new copper wire operations at Belara. Weather gloom and rain warnings loom, with fatalities and distress near the district. Attending social events in Bo Shimmars feature dances and community gatherings amid uncertain times.
Local notes report mill troubles, a visitor from Gligarairn, illnesses, and social events. A Catholic bishop's Bathurst visit drew crowds, church services and confirmations occurred, and a memorial of respect was paid to church figures.
A jing pong party in honor of Mr McKay at Sunnyside, Mumbi, Saturday evening. attendees included Mrs McKay, Miss Grace, and several local residents. A speaker from the Rowh people offered a nearly expressed address. guests presented a token of esteem and well wishes for Mr McKay’s future.
A lively event marked the farewell to a local figure amid warm appreciation from Mussbil residents. Attendees recalled past efforts and expressed hope for continued goodwill as the host departed the district, with a final toast and a light round of ping pong signaling a fond, convivial close.
An anonymous Wellington reader argues against class-based barriers in schooling. The letter defends Australia’s public school system, noting previous emphasis on universal access and the need to prepare all students for higher education without restricting opportunity by social status. The writer urges teachers and officials to maintain equal chances for all children.
A mailed-out letter to the editor outlines how barbed-wire fences and blocked creeks hinder access to water and mining grounds. It argues the land holds gold but elements like obstruction and weather worsen conditions for poor diggers. The writers urge reform to allow safer, easier passage to the creek and access to water.
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