Wellington notices and entertainments in a colonial town
A jumble of notices announces a repeat concert and a musical play The Persian Queen staged by pupils of the Convent School of Merne with tickets 3 shillings and 2 shillings A furnished house for rent at 45 per week and a holiday trip Wellington to Sydney by train on December 14 1929 with couponed return validity details The Fun and Follies Company plans a concert at Gollan Hall plus Dr A M Rygate opens at 20 Swift Street Accommodation at Bellview and Mrs K Marshall Proprietress Jack Rees offers services in concrete work The Christmas Tree and Gift Fair by the Methodist Paradeship at Arte Hall Dec 7 Flannel dance at Yeoval Dec 9 and an excursion train to Sydney on Dec 14 1929 Memoriam notices for Javidin and Edna Collins and sale of a six room cottage on Zouch Street by This Office Wellington Starr Bowket Co operative Society Ltd to hold sale on Dec 1
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Estrer
Te Convent School of
Marne
Alexander Thratrs
Charley Murphy
Local Jottings From Wellington and District
Local notes report a gala convert in Gul Ian Hall on Thursday with regular prices, Rail trains and bands schedule Friday night at 8 30 for a charity drive to the Phil Howe voluntary building fund. Also mentions a fire at a Dubbo resident’s cycle works and a collision at Western Storer corner with no injuries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wellington Artisle
Gul Ian Hall
Trenain
Anderton
Phil Howe
Taft's
Beveral Butchers
Orange
Esconte
Bu Fury
Vidlent Toye
Kiteh
Shirley Hewitt
Dubbo
Mr. Hewitt
Wellington
Hoare
J. J. McKinnon
Mx Sampton
District 9
Veyor
Sedan Cay
Teg McCachlan
Hic
Wedanaday
Qrchestra
Hollywood
Local Jottings and Community Notes from Wellington
Local notes report November rainfall in Wellington totaling 136 points over three days, keeping monthly total at 180 points, below average. The Howe fund response is strong, Bakewell divorce case resolved, and Convent School crowd enjoys a vibrant night. Mayor election expected to be unopposed with Wade likely reappointed. Thompson’s next door theater plans include annexed services and Wunderlich contracts. Monarchy Pictures set to upgrade Wellington cinema. changes in local commerce and public notices feature in town life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thompson
Andermn
Wellington
Howe Fund
Cme
Wade
Thompean
Harry PF. Jackson
Wunderlichthy
Monarch Pictures
Welington
Sydney
Inns
Monarch
Dan V- Roddy Jay
Ul.fe Garverh
Hie Blacksmithing
Memre A. Wilkins and Co
A. Phute
Thornton Street
Jave
Arthur Street
GA. Cowman
Loagie
Ann
Ala
Crosman
J. G. Muir
Monarch Pictures Show Tonight and Thursday Big Feature Debuts
Monarch Pictures presents a fine program with a two night Proanrine showing each Thursday, plus six other reels including Comic Travel Australian and River fish News Reels Tours Cartoony. The marquee feature stars Renee Adorve with a merit guaranteed performance. Saturday night offers Studio Murder Mystery and Fir Gall as two main attractions to close the lineup.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monarch Pictures
Renee Adorve
Testifmont
Myxtry
Wellington Swimming Club Plans Baths Area Improvements
The Wellington Swimming Club aims to improve the baths area to uphold its high reputation and benefit the community. They seek funds via a February to May campaign to build a kiddies pool and renovate the club room with a new ceiling while restoring the area and brandstand. they will contest with the Council over repairs at tonight's meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wellington
Alvenys
Asalat
Ander
Ratty
Inquest Into Burning Fatality At Court House
Coroner Mr A Fulton returns verdict of accidental death in the Aubrey Howe case after a morning session with extensive evidence. The full report will be published in due course.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court House
A. Fulton
Aubrey Howe
Obituary of Corby Family and Infant McCarthy Child
The death occurred of Theway Athee grandparents Mr and Mrs Corby of Montefiore and the infant daughter of Mr and Mrs Daniel McCarthy aged three months. The remains were laid to rest in Wellington cemetery. The services at the grave were led by Father O Byrne. Mr C J Rhakespeare conducted the funeral arrangements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Romdenes
Corby
Montefiore
Mer
Daniel McCarthy
B.C
Wellington
O'Byrne
C.J. Rhakespeare
Xmas Posting Reminder From Postmaster General
Advice from the Postmaster General to the Wellington Port office urges that foods sent for Xmas delivery be mailed by the 20th to ensure arrival before the holiday. Delays risk late arrival and add pressure during a busy season, with emphasis on helping postal officials manage heavy rush.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wellington
Me. Greaves
Flannel Dance Delighted Dunes Holders At Empirx Hall
The Dadiee Swiming Club hosted a flannel dance at Empirx Hall on Monday night. A large crowd enjoyed music by the Bin Jang orchestra with Mr T Davey as MC. A chocolate dance was won by Minch Dowd and Mr Sherrin. supper by the Indies, with dancing continuing past midnight. The Indies club will reveal profit from the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dadiee
bin- Jang
Mr. T. Davey
MC. Doring
Minch Dowd
Mr. Sherrin
Indies
Daseing- Wan
Indies” Club
Unemployment Relief Urges Action to Avert March on Parliament
Secretary of the Labour Council Jack Garden warned last night that without swift relief for unemployment many workers would march to Parliament House and force change. He said the partition had become unbreakable and would need alteration.
Death of Rite Jew Oftner Aged 3 Months At Private Hospital
The death occurred yesterday at a private hospital of Rite Jew Oftner aged 3 months, daughter of Mr and Mrs Lan Offer. The funeral was held at the Church of England portion of Wallington cemetery with services at the grave read by Ven Archdeacon Barry Crown. Funeral arrangements were made by Mr J Shakespeare.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oftner
Lan Offer
Roe
Church of England
Wallington
Archdeacon Barry Crown
J. Shakespeare
Tragic death of Grace Davis at Wellington Hospital
Grace Davis and wife of Henry Davin died at Wellington District Hospital on Tuesday morning at age 23 after a recent operation. Daughter of Frank and Mrs. Galton of Sydney she leaves husband William Henry three and Laurel Jean 13 months. Funeral in RC section Wellington cemetery with rites by Rev Monsignor Leng. Pallbearers were C J Shalo of Pearce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Avery
Wellington District Hospital
Edna Grace Davis
Henry Francia Davin
Mra. Davin
Frank Galton
Sydney
Bhota
Wiliam Henry
Yenre
Laurel Jean
Wellington Cemetery
Groveside
Monsignor Leng
C. J. Shalo
Peare
Wellington Record Shows Rapid Rebuilding After Fire
Wellington boasts a remarkable communal effort after a recent house fire. Within a week, builders, bricklayers, and carpenters are ready, funds cover the erection of a new home, and furniture and materials are on site.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New South Wales
Wellington
Carnentere
Revision of Show Schedule for Horse Sections
Masgre J M Whiteley J E White ley and Alf Finch led a sub committee to revise the horse sections for the fitd show with Menra George Fuller A A O Brien and A Knowles present. The five horse auctions trotting events and other sections were reviewed and will be considered by the general committee where judges and stewards will be appointed. Severe alterations are proposed in horse work and in the drawing meet with a third prize added in several instances. The secretary Will We asked to solicit suggestions before final confirmation by Vicars dx reviewd.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Masgre
J. M. Whiteley
J. E. Whiteley
Alf Finch
Menra George Fuller
A. A. O'brien
A. Knowles
Sec
Christmas excursion trains to Sydney announced by railway department
The Railway Department announces cheap excursion trains for a double journey to Sydney with intermediate stops during the Christmas holiday season. Commissioners remind travelers to plan return trips carefully as excursion tickets are limited and return arrangements should be made at the station. The cheap excursion train departs Wellington at 8 4 p.m. on Thursday, 1th December.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wellington
Sydney
Wallington
Ber
Munters
Interdine
Excellent concert for Wellington Cemetery relief
Pupils of the Convent School of Music gave an excellent concert and play praised for its success. It will be repeated Friday night for the benefit of Wellington Combined Cemetery Trust to keep the cemetery in decent order. Sisters and performers urged public support with bumper shows and tickets to aid the cause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Convent School of Music
Wellington
Bumper Howe
Mrs Emma Gibbs dies after long Wellington life
Emma Gibbs, aged eight years and nine months, widow of Henry Gibbs, died at her residence in Lee Street after a short illness. A Hawke’s Bay native and Diamond Wedding celebrant, she had lived in Wellington 27 years at Paviewville Farm. Survived by husband and sons William, Roland, Frederick, Charles and daughters in law and grandchildren. Funeral was at Wellington Church of England cemetery with Archdeacon Barry Crown officiating. arrangements by C J Shakespeare.
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Ruridente
Hue
Mik Emma Gibbs
Henry Gibbs
Lee Straet
T Pm. Seatorday
Wellington
Paviewville Farm
Turing
Hawlkuabury
Gibby
Richmond
William Gibbs
Richmondville
Roland
Auburn
Prederick
Charles
H. Whichela
Wollonwong
Mra Papworth
Parramatta
E. L. Wall
Clarke
Mafra
Wen
Barry Crown
C. J. Shakespearr
International Honors For Wellington District Wheat
Wellington district grower I W Bade of Bucharest receives the Chicago International Stock Exhibition white spring wheat prize. Bade’s success marks a strong promotion for local agriculture, highlighting ongoing domestic effort and world recognition for the district's wheat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wellington District Wheat
Drowning Tragedy Amid Contested Dairy Talks
Fragments describe a public meeting on dairy issues in Wellington and demands for inquiry. The text then reports two girls drowned in Sydney, Elvy Hamilton aged 10 and Thelma Ferris, 16, with other youths rescued. local committee seeks answers and safety measures as communities react with concern and debate over proceedings and timing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wellington
Daliring
Sinimrino
Capeelea
Sydney
Elvy Hamilton
Thelmatt Ferris
Riley
Gift of £25,000 Donation to Victoria Hospital
The Victorian Premier Sir William McPherson donated a personal £25,000 gift to the Queen Victoria Hospital for women and children in Melbourne.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mylbouens
Sir William McPherson
Queen Victoria Hospital For Women
Melbourne
Sydney Swimmer Beaten by New Zealand Champion
Sydney swimmer Ryan was heavily defeated by Bruden, the New Zealand champion, in a quarter mile scratch race at the Auckland carnival night. Only two starters competed in the event.
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Sydney
Auckland
Ryan
Bruteden
New Zealand
Parliament in Sydney braces for a hectic state election
Premier warned the State Assembly that the November next year election will be hell. The Cabinet decided to revert to saluting the flag each Monday morning. A bill on the living wage passed the first reading, estimating about £4 4s 1d for a man, wife, and one child. The Home Secretary pledged action if needed, amid a violent adjournment clash when Opposition Leader Lang was ordered from the chamber after calling Minister Thorby despicable. The government plans a Sixteen–era revenue move by taxing admission tickets to cinemas and theatres over 2s 0d, expected to raise £50,000 to £70,000 yearly, with exemptions for exporting markets.
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Sydney
Thoralay
State Assembly
Har
Lang
Thorby
Sixte
Wrecked Steamer Norwich City Disaster Report
A radio message from Apia reports eleven crewmen aboard the steamer Norwich City drowned after the vessel ran aground in Fiji. Rescue efforts continue for the remaining crew as ashore authorities coordinate salvage and recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Thuraby
Apia
Norwich City
Fire at Walgett destroys business premises
A fire at Walgett this morning gutted a local business premises. Damage is estimated in the thousands of pounds with extensive property losses and questions about the cause awaiting investigation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walgett
Walertt
Remanded Man Charged With Malicious Murder in William Street
Sydary Jan Edward Devine, a laborer, was remanded at Central Police Court this morning on a charge of maliciously murdering Bernard Daten in William Street on November 1. A man named Green had already been arrested in connection with the case. Bail was refused.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jan Edward Devine
Labourer
Central Police Court
Bernard Daten
William Street
Green
Unemployed Crowd Roams Parliament Grounds
About 500 unemployed men gathered outside Parliament House in Macquarie Street Sydney this morning seeking work. Police ordered the crowd back, and they moved to the Domain where expressions of discontent grew louder.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Thursdy
Parliament House
Macquarie Street
The
Domain
Jury Advances Libel Trial With Fines Set
A four juror panel resumes the Bailey libel case today as fines total 7 shillings 14 pence. Action continues with court schedule and proceedings underway.
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Buit
Wnan
Milkman Saves Woman From Fire at Asquith Home
Sydney report: Thursday a milkman named Patrick Dries stopped near a house on Peats Forty Road in Asquith when he saw smoke under a front door. He forced the door, found Mrs Foster and then carried her to safety as flames filled a smoke filled room. The woman suffered shock but was not seriously injured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Patrick
Mre Foster
Peats Forty Road
Asquith
Mre. Porter
Aurety
Private hospital arrivals and marriage notices in Parish records
Fragmented OCR lists several personal notices. Mrs James Ward of Beth and a baby appear well after a private hospital delivery. Other items mention Mr and Mrs Walinier, nurse Larin, Miss Hich Ay Rich of Brlladoran, and Thomas Breaumort-Senith in Wollington Baptist. A marriage between Queensland and Maurice Pearce of Wallington is noted, with professional changes at Percy Street Wall. A death at Hexart Hospital is recorded along with a Wellington reference and a Mr William Appa Lingten.
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Hurtum Private Hospital
James Ward
Beth Mother
Babe Ape
Marhare Rixon
Ningeton District Hospital
Wad
Queenatland
Maurice Pearce
Wallington
Ire Wall
Sydsing
Mr. BP
Percy Stree
Wall BP
Mr and Me
F.C. Wall
Hank Street
Don Wellington
Railway Court Tournament Finish Returns Winners
The event on Bride Street featured a close finish with Sayers and Mae winning by ten handicaps over Mine William and Ay Whitiakar Mes. The day concluded with a note of excitement as spectators saw Whisk Heebles perform well and a match against Dubbo Turner Sturt set for the evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Williame
Sayers
Dubbo
Turner Sturt
O'Ehick
Gates
H. Potts
A. Wotahite Corby
Miss Nicholas
Lie Hawa
Mivx Kanto
Market Prices Produce Price at Sydney Market
Sydney Thursday market report lists prices for potatoes onions and beef. Wool and sheep values are shown with ranges from 11 to 28 shillings for penned sheep and higher figures for cattle. Weather note mentions a dull market with 2400 cattle guided and various quality grades in wood products and lambs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydnay
Sydney
Jacerta
Bullock
Warkee
Janne
Jay Hall
Linaiarinen
Babardayy the Teen
Also Mentioned on This Page
Combined
Cemetery Trust of Wellington Cemetery
FUN and Follies Company
Gollan Hail
Orelork
Lucerne
H. Bestwick
Maughan Stre Wellington
DR. A. M. Rygate
Swift Street
Fir
Bellview
Warne Street
K. Marshall
Jack Rees
Gishorns Sirent
No Folts
Yeoval
Wid
Lindsay
Lion d'Oylay
New South Walen Government
Ved. Morris
Bucretary
D. K. Wall
University of Sydney
P. Pelletier
Percy Street
Inn
Jiavdin
Ut Darling
Jim
Collins
Edna
Darling
Mathur
Mylecharane
Mns. P. Howe
Les Barber
Shite
Hole
the Times
Clarence Hose
Sturr-Bowkert
Starr-Bowkett Building Co-Operative Society Limited
Clarence Rose
Councl
Mear
Chartered Accountant
Congenar
Phome 321
LEE Street
C. Matthews
Harvester Co
A. Wilkins & CO. Auctioneers
the District Paper
Chellington
Wallington Gavotte
Haven
Baby McArthy
Rdna
Grace Davis
Pra
Emma Gibbs
I. Ds W. Bade
Bucharesta
Chicago
Mrr
Fade
Yarloun
Bade
Thie
Eade
Brockngs
Riteh’s
Plang
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