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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 23, 1920
Page
4
An 19th century advertisement touts Nerve Nate as a cure for headaches backache neuralgia and dyspepsia claiming it restores nerve energy nourishes the system and dispels pains. It urges readers to order six boxes from W Hoan Chemist at Sydney offering simple mixtures to mix with water for coughs inflammations and chronic aches.
Weather in Spiders Creek shows a brief warm spell expected to end soon with rain and cold ground hampering crops. Local residents traveled to Wellington for the Prince’s visit and a flying exhibit drew crowds. A notable death occurred near Nineatle. tributes and condolences followed. The community welcomed visitors to town events and a hospital visit marked the week.
Report from a Worland afternoon rifle shooting event with various scores and participants. Mentions conditions, a range official, and multiple classes including discarded notes of winners. Final details reference J. G. Carveth at Maughan Street and an office past office notation.
Correspondence from a reader questions Bro Spring and the Registrar over sick pay claims for soldiers. The writer asserts many certificates lacked signatures and that the society refused payment, urging transparency in handling soldiers’ sick pay and criticizing Spring and Wilkins for boasting after partial aid.
A fragment from The Scotsman discusses the Scottish General Assembly’s stance on democratic principles and minority rights. It argues that majority rule should not override liberty, noting the dangers of unequal wealth and the potential abuse of local power in rural districts.
Fragmentary report describes land sales at Hardon, homestead applications in Moree, hospital finances, and a Sydney chemist Clementa dying. Mentions booms in orchard fruit, local associations in Queensland, and a fatal incident in Ballarat. Also covers price fights over spirits, a road to charity, a church controversy, and a rise in spring fruit, with several blurred names and events.
A Dubbo Dispatch reporter visits Wellington to praise its natural scenery and historic charm. The piece highlights views from Ball Park, river belts, and Moor's poetry, noting the town’s evolving revival and the impact of recent developments on its landscape and appeal.
Notice reports a first prize event at the Wellington Show with Adilrese facing Opp. Post Ortea. Details are scarce in the fragment but indicate a competitive exhibition and prize allocation.
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