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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 07, 1905
Page
4
A Mudgee to Mudgee extension plan dominates local debate as Railway Commissioners face pressure to visit towns and extend lines. Murmurs of broad agricultural benefits and fears of overpromising shadow discussions in Wallington Cobbora and Wellington. Local leagues urge rapid, representative action to press for full scrutiny and action.
The town notes a tender for repairs to the Archhus of John Wallingtots lock-up and comments on the defacement of the weekly calender with advertisements. An alternate private hullings trial under Government supervision is discussed, with residents insisting on an experimental farm as the outcome.
Wellington community notes cover political shifts with Mr. Marshall’s death, Bishop Stanton’s remarks, and Labour’s new government lineup. Court cases include Frances Walksar murder charges and a Boman trial. Local sport nods to walling ton teams, cricket and ball matches, plus upcoming railway and real estate dealings across Wellington and surrounding districts.
The obituary notes Grace Norris died this morning from consumption at age 25. She is to be buried in the Catholic cemetery, Wellington Flat, tomorrow. Funeral arrangements are described by Mr Shakespeare, with details from the local police court yesterday. Her death was anticipated for several days during illness.
A reproviotative of this paper was stown over the above hotel since the recent fire. It has been thoroughly renovated and presents a neat, comfortable family hotel with well fitted rooms, ample sloping accommodation, and stabling facilities. An open-air dining room is planned at the back.
The note discusses Mr McLeod's sentimentality behind the Wellington mill project. It mentions the use of stones from the first wheat mill in Wellington and questions their role in the new foundation and repairs, suggesting sentiment may mislead about practical needs.
A notice invites all interested to attend a council chamber meeting tonight. The purpose is to organize a carving industry convention at Wallington to promote the industry, support its growth, and explore establishing a factory local to the area.
Promoted by Mr J B Keere the moonlight continental stage show promises novelty and entertainment. Featured performers include Miss Ailes, Dad? Isbaras, Frauke Harris, Keats, and other renowned artists presenting a refined program at the Tivoli Theatre.
Advertisers are warned against sending advertising content late for the same day's issue. Delays create errors and clutter, affecting the publication. From now on we will only accept advertisements up to 7 o'clock in the evening on publication days.
The School Arts Committee held a November session with members debating the annual printing catalog discussion. The House Office was asked to obtain cost estimates and report to the next general committee meeting.
W o long Agricultural Association officers and committee members are listed with positions such as President, Vice Presidents, Secretaries, Tresurers and committee members. Names include Sininh, Masers, Smith, Lee, and Reynolds among others. The text preserves historical names and roles within the Molong district organization.
A chaotic scene unfolds as a horse and cart crash near the corner of Manghno and Parey streets. Onlookers flee as a crowd on Bell Park footpath scatters and a sulky is smashed in the mayhem. Percy Strawt is mentioned amid the uproar with witnesses reporting a rac.
The Baptist Church at Cho hailing shows strong progress under Koni' Brothers contract for erection and finishing. Work is advancing, with exterior walls taking form and expected completion near end of January for opening.
Fragmentary OCR lists scattered items with unclear names and dates such as Handingp Essie and 7.7, 95 Bony, and 7.18. It mentions Tryloe and Bouvtell with prices and counts, but the overall meaning is obscured.
Fragmentary OCR notes recall a pupil from Handip-Melody, 84, linked with a park alarm and a farewell. Marvel Loph, winner of the lant Caulfld Cop, appears in a mangled line about spring awards and a Hattaring Wag honor.
A large appreciative audience attended a Church of England concert at St John’s Church, featuring local performers Miss Patten, Mr. Webster, Mrs. Chrystal, and Mr. Chebmon, with Mrs. Patten and others accompanying. The program offered varied vocal and instrumental numbers, earning high praise for debutantes and seasoned artists alike.
The MEMS A rus lub Ims Daou group forms with Me J Manning as mao fatary. The club's first meeting is scheduled for Wednesday January 17 ahead of Golden final on January 19. Parke 1.C. offers £100 one to be contested at a future meeting, with £85 allocated daily. An Orang Foresters meet at Orange includes £100 daily, £85 daily in the big oven. Outings club supports trainers and Lornea for public sport. Packat programs available from Br Lamrod or naan. Morin V announces a fine three year colt by Fur Nivate from Gaeo warm for Mesing Day. Wellington Jockey Web proposes a trotting day with 270 pounds prize money. Principal entries close on the 20th Instant.
King Edward welcomed eight New Zealand footballers who attended the victory celebration in London. He met Mr. O G A Tyler, a tram driver, and offered congratulations while the group enjoyed a hui trip. The scene unfolded after the match and included a handshake with the royal party.
Morning wires report unsettled conditions along the coast extending inland with stormy fronts. Weather offices predict gusty winds and possible rain affecting inland regions today and into the afternoon.
Reports claim a decisive victory for the Sudan government with the opposition nearly eliminated. Navy Yealand closes positions amid tense regional rhetoric and wartime political shifts.
State Parliament debated the Land Bill granting a forty year lease option with possible reversion after ten years. Committee approved the loan estimates totaling £968,480 for railway projects including Narrabri-Walgate, Muuilla-Darraba, Tamworth-Burrrlan, and Bogan Gate-Bulbadnoy. Western lands, Country Town Water and Sewerage, and Liquor bills also cleared committee.
In Kurri Kinrri police court yesterday George Woods faced charges for stealing a gallon of rainwater valued at two pence. The government plans to appoint a commission to investigate the water supply issues and the high cost of water works. A local report described frenzied activity on the tram and noted injuries among several people, with varying outcomes.
Fragmentary report notes a policy on wire-netting for farmers and cites New Zealand parliamentary seats with Government 58, Opposition 14, and Independent 0. Details are unclear due to damaged text.
Fragmentary report discusses the federal parliament and the capital question. Mentions New Zealand footvalers and references to Caltech by 18 pala. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR.
London wool sales continue as dealers report active trading yet demand remains uneven for merino and crossbred varieties amid cautious bidding and fluctuating prices.
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