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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 29, 1901
Page
3
The document catalogs a dense schedule of church services and events for September across multiple parishes and towns including Wellington, Wellington area churches, and associated congregations. It notes dates, times, and readings, with numerous names of churches, pastors, and locations, reflecting a broad regional religious calendar.
A detailed parliamentary discourse outlines the Close Settlement Bill’s aim to regulate land grants, endorsing parliamentary action to provide land to settlers. It notes bipartisan support, potential reforms, and safeguards to prevent mismanagement of public land and ensure fair distribution under the Land Based governance.
A report describes alleged efforts by the IHTW to protect interests against government plans. It details a broad conspiracy claim involving Crown land, expropriation fears, and a proposed settlement promoted by Mr. Orieh. The piece notes promises of land and building advances to workers and emphasizes public benefits and expansion of housing.
A district news note discusses a deputation advocating the Werrie Creek to Wellington railway extension. It highlights public bodies cooperation, aims to present a united case to Minister for Warike in September, and stresses Wellington's strategic benefits and regional support from Orange Bathurst Cowra and others.
Historic Macquarie Bridge scrutiny sparks talk of rotten piers and urgent inspection findings. Citizens debate maintenance versus reconstruction as controversy swirls through Wellington politics and mayoral commentary.
Local notices from Wellington and surrounding towns report appointments, public bids, market prices, road contracts, water reservoir levels, and local social events. Mentions include expatriate movement to Sydney, Bathurst connections, railway and hotel tenders, Pontoon and Four brick shop plans, Sunday picnic by the Protestant Alliance, and forthcoming church activities.
An auction-like notice announces stud horses including Ophir and others with names and locations such as Hornhill and Batlural. It notes that Trom Yoke will stand the season and mentions Mr W Konnotty and Mr Brown as owners with a forthcoming detailed publication in Wollayton Winteitstd paeticulan.
Agricultural society hosts a racing and show event on Saturday at 2. Abe Weather may affect attendance but planning continues. The Orgue Foukoy Club plans a penguin exhibit and five games with £100 total prizes. Nomination dates set for Flying witd Spring Handicap and other races with various purses.
Fragmented notes describe Apatey Bohadl’s response to a committee for renovations and repairs at Apatey School. It mentions a department directive, requests for funding, and that only a portion of children and workers will be affected. Drought relief and rainfall figures are cited, with scattered dates and figures.
An unclear report describes a rumored collaboration between Dusbbe-Coojimble and Dubbo and Wellington to shift rail service toward a junction town amid a plan by Worris Crook to push a new route. Mentions of Mudgoo and Che Auwondly hint at local power backing and regional influence across multiple towns.
A historic local sports day features Pony and Trotting events with handicaps and prize money. Entries include a Pavilion Handicap of £2 and a Winter Handicap of £2 plus several other races. Coursing at Maryvale, with mentions of Maryvale Curesug Club and the public draw at Latcon hotel.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention a Buch a Darling and Averybady Engywy arriving at a location described as Aknotts Ja and Aurowdot. No clear dates or full names are confirmed in the legible text.
Readable fragments mention seeds, almonds, roses, and music alongside names like Satorrell and Wrgrine Don. The text appears as garbled OCR with no clear event or context to anchor a factual report.
Telegraphic report from Ayomey notes unverified price figures for dairy and produce, with butter and milk prices listed. The Whatgood region forecasts a stormy highland coast, with southeasterly to northwesterly winds and snow in the north. Melbourne University funds cited, Parliament debates on the Commonwealth Bill, and Australian political updates follow.
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