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Wellington Times

Location

Wellington, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Aug 29, 1949

Page

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Visiting Naturalists Charm Wellington Visitors

A visiting group of naturalists received a warm welcome in Wellington. They toured the Community Hospital and gardens, heard Rotary Club addresses, and examined Mount Arthur foothills and local flora. The party suggested labeling park trees, planned tours to Wellington Caves and Nindethuna arboretum, and noted erosion and water conservation concerns.

Rotary Club Messrs Watson Singleton Latter Ludowici Times BR. M. Tileson Wellington Mount Arthur Kimvel Bob Kimbell Mr. Dornay Gough Wellington Caves Ganoo Forest G. Althofer Mewrs A. EB. Watton J. McDowall F. Jl Udowici G. C. Singleton L. D. Jaitor Mesdames B. Watson

Bowls Prospects for New Season Preview

Prospects for the new season look bright with Kamix performing well over the weekend. Seeded Pennant players contend for positions as newcomers Ron Brown and David Ling impress with solid deliveries. Nominations close for the Diggers Handicap Falls Trophy on September, with one day spoons trophies to be contested next Saturday. Players must be at the green by 1.45 p.m. for next Sunday’s match.

Kamix Ron Brown David Ling F!ind

Air-Conditioned Trains Sought by Western Councils

West and Municipal Councils press for an air conditioned train on the Western line after the President noted earlier moves favoring the Southern and Albury routes. A joint effort with Orange Dubbo and Forbes Councils will back the bid, led by W Fulton. Latest weekend games saw Askham Conibear and Ayling teams defeating Thomas Brown Batho Estllman 43-17 and other matchups 24-16 and 31-17.

Clarrie Robertson Macquarie W. Ey Johanson Cornell Dr. Johanson Albury Essen Usl Oranige Dubbol Forbes

Kempsey Flood Death Toll Rises in Historic State Flood

Floods flood Kempsey and surrounding areas as 200 square miles submerge. Dead include Patrick Countly 72 Maggie Conolly 0 John Baker 18 Julie Baker 25 George Plummer 28 and a 12 year old boy unidentified. Towns Austral Eden Belmore Gladstone Jerseyville cut off. Moree evacuated as Gwydir River Valley fills. hospitals move patients to safety.

Austral Eden Belmore Gladstone Jerseyville St Ll Maitland Kempary Patrick Countly Maggie Conolly John Baker Julie Baker William Hugenion Kempsey George Plummer Clybucca Smithtown Kbempsey AY Moree AL Mose Gwydir Gwydiriver Moree County Women's Hospital Mehl West Morey Pulla

Keble Wins Monthly Medal In Golf Event

Hi. C Keble wins monthly medal as 38 pairs vie in a 18 hole event. Paul and Mrs Kelly post 66 net to lead standings by four under par. Other pairs and scores listed. trophies awarded by club president M C Cameron. Ray Christie presents ornamental tees for planting around the course.

Paul Kelly Kelly Bleechmore McCono- Cheag Aeie Savage W. Young F. Howland Byers Miss McKeown E. A. K. Wall R. Stevenson Tweedie W. Potts Miss Kennedy N. Broderlin Collins Baldwin J, Stephens M. McMillan Wall Harvey M. C. Cameron Mess. Smith Fairless M. ¢ Cameron Percy Kelly Alve Kelly Chih Ray Chrise Ne Paves Galt H. C. Keirke Ron McConochie Harold Keile V Savage R. Smurthwaite G Kable M. Cameron Worboys Bruderlin H. Harvey N. A.D. Kelly Parkinson

Yeoval and Wellington End In A Thrilling Draw

A rugged Union rugby match between Yeoval and Wellington ended 6-6 after extra time, with no score in the extra period. Key players included Sleeman Bell Moore and Howarth, as Yeoval and Wellington traded tries and penalties in a tightly contested clash observed by a large crowd.

Ken Bell Snow Ude Yeoval Leo Johmson Hawkins Ajone Blatchy Simmons Cosief Chown Grimes Jack Holmes Wellingoul Sleeman Petersen Mostyn Ouch Moore Wellington B. McGuire Johnson Howarth Lionel Blaich Bell Forrest Shote Steeman Marion Price Eld H. Marian K. Sleeman L. Blatentry Wmoore

Buckjumbo Challenge at Gearie Gathers Local Riding Contest

The Gearie sports day features the Buckjumbo Challenge with Arthur Yeo and Mrs Carroll contesting for the 9 quid gold cup. Other riders Wade Pat Carroll and Dan Carroll participate as spectators and contenders. The event promises a featured ride and a lively wagering atmosphere.

Arthur Yeo Gearie Fide Tie Ad ‘Wade Pat Carroll Dan Carroll Hhe Sports Yeobaa Georle Burkump

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