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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 07, 1933
Page
9
District dispatch continues from page four with additional local notes and updates. Reporting highlights community happenings, school activities, and civic briefs from local figures and venues.
Gollan reports unsettled weather with daily thunderstorms and heavy rainfall totals over an inch for the week. Wet conditions delay farming work though wheat weights remain around sixty pounds per bushel. Local teams move grain by motor lorries while horse labor returns to favor. Minor injuries and travel to Sydney noted as residents head about town.
The report reviews drought and rain effects in Western Australia and Queensland, noting low wheat off-take, heavy bleaching, and price pressure. It cites market attitudes in Dubbo and Wongarbon, with farmers delaying harvest, plus regional shipping and wool trade activity and cattle sales tied to variable seasonal conditions.
Stormy weather has damaged harvests with damp air keeping straw tough and bags unsafe. Wheat yields appear low. bread tax concerns rise as wage cuts bite families. Wellington Times notes deaths of Mrs Muir and Mr Sarum, locals revered for community involvement. A second spring brings nationwide growth, lucerne paddocks thrive, and a school concert is planned next week. A birthday gathering for Mr Campbell ends with warm gifts and thanks.
The item notes rain rather than large storms affecting harvests, with farmers delaying due to showers. Morley Bros and Wadees are still active with limited days of work, while Geo Sears at Winders relies on a single day for headers. Mrs. W. P. McDonnell returned home after a week in Hindawalla hospital. Dan Neville experienced illness during the period.
GOOLMA and St Stanislaus pupils plan to join Bathurst cricket club as two teams may be fielded soon. Local residents return from holidays. Kevin Ryan remains hospitalized, progress satisfactory. Mrs J J Talbot of Sear dies. funeral held at Mudgee. Anglican Bishop Dr Crotty visits Bathurst with confirmation candidates. Christmas Tree event planned with Santa Claus present. costumes judged for best entries.
Rain persists across the district since late Tuesday causing harvest slowdowns and fears of falling wheat prices. Farmers report heavy or light falls, spoilage risk, and insurance briefly shielding some from hail damage while forecasts suggest more rain and delaying operations for days.
New Zealand Mercantile Agency notes a sale of 4497 bales from Southern, Upper Hunter, Northwest and western districts. Prices firm with high demand for merino and crossbred lines. best fleece wools sold around 24d, with buyers showing keen competition. Co operative reports resumed Sydney auction after a week break, trading firm amid supply and strong market capacity.
Readable ad copy urges shoppers to visit Western Stores and Edgleys Ltd for an extensive Christmas display. Toyland features toys and descriptions at low prices, with a Wonderland of Gifts in the Fancy Department. Perfumes, gift sets, boxed stationery, and linen napery are showcased to attract holiday buyers.
Wellington Convent of Mercy pupils staged a bright breaking-up concert in the primary hall drawing full parent attendance. Sister Mary Bernadine organized the program with Theobald's Orchestra aiding incidental music and Miss Cashel drawing applause with a solo debut.
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