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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 29, 1940
Page
4
Fragmented English prose discusses wartime economic measures and the urge to keep industry moving. It cites government warnings against wasteful spending and emphasizes maintaining employment to sustain national production. Public appeals frame patriotic duty as preserving the nation’s industrial and social fabric.
On Monday last at the Rishrood troining track the locally owned Elton Mare ran away with 2 lengths half a pole in excellent time. Trained by Mr. W. HL Potts, the mare won by four lengths from Fenathy Anicceatus. Mick Femance rode Eugen's Hoon, keeping the mare in front all the way. The mare shows a real future and is slated to race at Victoria.
In Wellington The Mrleade will not force church attendance but require members to attend a church of their chosen denomination. The Brigade will meet weekly and hold a Christmas canes at the end of the year.
Mudgee Wolf Cubs gathered at Cameron Park on Friday and Saturday for a Cubmaster led weekend. The event featured sports, games, ginger pop, a peanut hunt, and a Nut Spire finale with the Cubs returning home Sunday after a service.
Australian officials discuss munition production in Melbourne and Sydney, outlining plans to build 25 and 85 pounder shells, upgrade to R and 16 pounder designs, and expand aircraft components. Leaders claim Australians wage a broader war effort with projected outputs and factory expansions in Victoria, Queensland, and allied regions.
Nick Caper and Carey along with Andy Birert and Mowtrben form a local electrical engineering team. The group works on a range of maintenance and repair tasks, focusing on improving efficiency and safety in industrial facilities.
The August period nears its end with little rain and 750 points recorded for eight months, marking the driest spell in the town’s history. Widespread water shortages hit Sydney and surrounding districts, with stock losses and abandoned crops and calls for government action on water conservation and a Burrendong dam.
Wellington and Dubbo players clash for the Johnnie Walker Cup with disputes over refereeing and cup match arrangements. The Cup race has featured delays and evolving formats, including the Group XI executive intervention.
The marriage at Hamilton church was performed by W Young. The bride wore a mignon blue jerney cloque dress with matching hat and a corsage of hyacinths. She was given away by her father and guests were entertained at the Dev One Hive Cafe afterward. The best man was Mr James Plant. The couple honeymooned then settled at Georgetown.
Wellington selects captains and backs for the Johnnie Wacker Cup clash with Dubbo at Dubbo on Sunday. Wellingtons pick includes L Lay Culkin J Culkin J Ellry W Powell P Brew B Lay A Kitch C Hoss G Hollice H Wilton T Uray. Dubbo’s squad features Futback Ex Bennett W Futmay G Dalton Re Walah Pringle Eric Bennett R Foxall Rutherford as captain and forwards C Woods J Krant J Wand G Fate dell. cup holders nominate four attackers. Mr KR Hynn of Forbes was unable to attend, with Mr CDwyer of Parkes appointed to oversee the match.
The Welleton Reserves select players for the Dubbo Reserves curtain raiser to the Johnnie Walker cup. Selected: T Sewell J Cox C McConnell F Deehan A Blanchard W King R Carby Keduty T Morgan H Quinn T Williams T Wogan Co Calling J Masterson W Evans 3 Hollier W Stubberfield AM Gayre. Players told to attend training Friday night at a stated time and be punctual for Sunday match and training.
Fragmentary OCR shows figures for Patriotic and War Fund with balance and previous expenditures. Names and places are unclear. remaining readable items indicate prior spending and a current balance. Exact dates, recipients, and full totals are not discernible from the text.
An Australian official remarks on expanding air defences and training as Britain’s war needs grow. He notes plans for increased pilots and observers, a training home for aircrew, and large recruitment for the Royal Australian Air Force to bolster overall defence.
Dex Connell and relatives feature in a Wellington district notice. A wedding at Holy Trinity Church marks the union of Mire Joan Greg Walley and Ganper Rodney Priddle with best man and groom’s party listed. Bereavement follows with Beverley Frances dies, funeral at Catholic Wellington. Fire Brigade honors 25 years service for Tom Careoran and subsequent chevrons. Community celebrations at Corley Bourne Wood for Mr W A Wyter’s birthday. Political notes include John Hogan contesting Riverine seat and Mr Roberts for Cplare Labour. Descriptions cover health updates, hospital operations, and local social visits in Wellington and nearby towns.
Visitors to Wellington for the Western Baptist Association annual meetings included Rev and Mrs G Wilton Mr and Mrs Gaillard Sue Windsyer Mrs Spaven Mrs Wide Millethorpe Hoy and Mrs Wye duc vie Sydney Rev Bruentins Mr Pilkington and many others. The event raised funds for Mothers Girly parade and noted JM Truman’s fourteenth term as Wellington Bowling Club president. Local figures Tom Smith and Dave Austin attended. Meg Maury Barnett and Mrs Ack Jones were mentioned as residents in hospital or visiting.
Aten Gunloll of Monteltorer was admitted to the Wellington Die righ Mpitel for Wiedign trestment during the week. Ley Memmond of Maz [meth Stic, with MF and Mrs. Ley Memmond, were mentioned in relation to the case.
An advertisement invites children to attend a Saturday program offering a special badge to every attendee. The event includes screenings and features a mix of popular western and adventure titles such as Konia the Wild Stallion Mopalong Cassidy and Phonton Cheepe Une LW faathien noble.
Election campaign gains momentum as Frank S Walpole, director, works in the area with HV Thorby’s influence. Walpole, a veteran figure, is linked to the Returned Bo party and serves with the Volunteer Defence Corps due to country loyalty and training. Campaign HQs in Orange report ongoing organizing efforts.
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