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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 21, 1902
Page
3
A dense, opinionated piece analyzes political factions and leadership in New South Wales. It critiques government figures including Carruthers and Seddon, weighs party strength, and discusses potential successors while noting broader public sentiment and upcoming parliamentary contests. The piece also weaves in agricultural notices and local stock-keeper guidance.
Mr G Singleton writes that the cause of deaths in cattle may be misattributed to lung worm or impaction. He notes different disease patterns seen in herds recently moved from New South Wales, where lung worms were common, and urges owners to consider immediate causes to save dying cattle on arrival.
The document presents a coerced confession by Augus Tisler of involvement with Avigast Ler in the murder of Tward Sengal at Dandenava. It describes schemes of murder, planning with Avigast Ler, and events leading to the death, including alcohol, a drive to a coffin palace, and the attempt to implicate others. Witnesses and local connections are noted, with mentions of the surrounding family and community.
Local notices report Doan's Ointment as a remedy for several skin troubles including itch, hives, boils, and eczema. A carpenter from Wellington praises its effect on a long standing leg rash after applying the salve. The advertisement claims strong testimonials from Mr. Geo Brown of Thornton Street and other residents, urging purchase from Poastor-McClallan Co. in Sydney.
The piece surveys spring millinery with lace, tulle, velvet bands, and bright ribbons. It notes a London and Paris influence, outlines delicate veils and bonnets, and hints at a London lady's wardrobe ritual for selecting and packing outfits with perfume for the season.
A fragmented Wellington football narrative covers the season’s troubles and shifting loyalties. References to Orange football, drought, and Union conflicts frame a season where premiership may go to One Boys while Waratahs seek revival. Notes on G W R F U at Orange and selections including Smith Barton Ryzio Rich Dubbo, with Harford highlighting long service. A match at Orange saw Bourlsa edge Blaynoy by six points, and Gardiner of Wellington, and St. Jaa wya noted for recent scoring.
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