05 Dec 1938
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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 05, 1938
Page
1
The fragment lists Easter Sunday dates across many years with numerous OCR errors. It mentions March and April dates such as March 24 1980 and April 13 1941 among others, but the entries are garbled, inconsistent, and include stray characters and misordered years.
The aid Saint Patrick Catholic Church fundraiser fair was held at the Convent grounds over the weekend. Visitors enjoyed stalls selling sweets, toys, drinks, and various items with a strong turn out of local families and gentlefolk supporting the cause. Public night is expected to clear remaining stalls as the event closes.
The report lists numerous racing results and betting odds from Melbourne and Cheltenham meets. Notable winners include Heroic Pride and Quite True with prices noted. Other events cover maidens, worths, and handicaps with various names such as Sir Robin, Millthorpe, and Parkdale Welter referenced among multiple divisions.
Prices and particulars on application to Times Office. List includes stamp sizes, ink types, handle shapes, and mounting options. Information aimed at buyers seeking standard rubber stamp items and customization details.
The wool market outlook shows mixed demand across London Brisbane and Sydney with Yorkshire and Continental buyers active. Japanese demand remains uncertain though USA activity rises. prices firm at Sydney closings, and Bradford top market shows firm turnover amid renewed global interest in wool.
A pioneer release by journalist-cameraman Tugene W. Castle presents Home Newsreel No. 1 with wartime footage and coronation scenes reedited for private viewings. The program targets households with 16mm projectors, offering uncensored war and current-events footage for the American drawing room audience.
A collection of dated letters discusses textile production and global iron and steel capabilities. References to Bradford, Britain, the United States, and overseas visitors highlight the economic stakes and the dream of nation building through industry. Notable voices urge caution against overreliance on imports while praising skilled labor and historical figures. The text mentions Parramatta and early Sydney settlers in context of weaving history.
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