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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 11, 1930
Page
5
Obituary fragment pages note memorial lines for MARTHA SMITH who died December 7 1025 and MAR VA SMITH who died December 7 1920 with family tributes. The clumsy text lists relatives, prayers, and memory lines likely from a local parish notice.
The Macquarie Shire announces strict enforcement of regulations with action to be taken against noncompliers. Shire Clerk J Barvey Tuumany of Wellington issues the notice dated February 1950.
The Municipality of Wellington announces candidates for the extraordinary alderman election caused by Alderman Wade's resignation. Bertram Arthur White and James Matthew Whiteley are listed as prepared and believed qualified. One candidate remains, and a poll will be held at Council Chambers on Saturday the 18th between 5 am and 7 pm to elect one alderman for the remainder of the term.
Subscribers and advertisers are notified of Xmas and New Year week schedules. The paper will publish Monday 22 December and Wednesday 24 December instead of Thursday, with no issue on Monday 29 December or Thursday 31 December. Office closes Saturday, reopens Saturday January 3, 1931, to align with industrial award. Also includes sale ad for small house on Simpson Lane with land 66 by 166, water, tank, stove, outhouse, and fruit trees. Contact Abel Wilkine and Cou. OF F. W. G. Vincent, Gilborne Line.
An appeal to residents and retailers urges participation in the Commonwealth Loan. The event marks Friday the 12th as a day for Australia with retailers urged to devote turnover to purchasing Commonwealth Bonds. Bonds are offered in £100 multiples and the loan closes next Monday the 18th.
The item presents revenue estimates by financial year ending in 1932. It outlines projected income figures and fiscal parameters used for budget planning, indicating anticipated total revenue, tax considerations, and variances from prior periods.
An Australia wide appeal to support a conversion loan of £20,000,000 is discussed amid concern over inflation and public confidence. The piece warns against extremist rhetoric from the Labor movement and calls for frank government assurances to prevent financial panic and protect depositors and the economy. It notes Prime Minister Lyons and Treasury amid inflation fears and urges unity to avoid a “ruinous” financial outcome.
Local notes report two men named Carroll and Green jailed for riotous conduct after an incident in Warm Street yesterday. Court actions span seven days. The item also mentions election time humor and a letter from Montellones about returned sailors and Christmas cake orders.
Brisbane wool sales opened with a very good selection as competition was strong from buyers in Britain, Japan, and Germany. The market was unchanged from November levels and remained firm after recent Sydney busts.
The Shrew Council will strictly enforce licensing for all persons who ply for hire within Macquarie Shire. Licences cost 1 pound and drivers pay a fee. Applications to ply for hire must be lodged at the Shire office before a stated date.
Grinvoy at Wellington received a progress view from Harris of the Government grain watchdog on grading and storage of wheat. Officials seek fuller explanations though the news is painful for many farmers facing pressure from market conditions. Rain impacts wheat quality and prices as samples show good, bad, and indifferent grain amid harvest delays.
Sydney today reports the abolition of the Legislative Council with the tax on winning bets expected to raise 42,000,000 yearly. Equity Court heard an injunction bid by Maughan KC for Trethowan and Playfair MLCs against Sir John Peden and ministers to halt move to crown bill ascent. Judge to consult Chief Justice, doubt over granting injunction.
Minnie Golf events at Paramount Hall drew strong local interest with Mrs J Gribble directing a twet and weekly 18 hole contest. Winner Mn KW Williame posted 47, Warren Jones 48, while a separate Locktrout Texas event offered gold wristlet watches as prizes and others promised rewards for top performers at Minnmoor open-air alt course.
Sydney forecast shows scattered showers in central and northern zones and in the northeast quarter. Mostly fine conditions elsewhere with moderate to warm daytime highs and cool nights. A rough note mentions strong winds and a reported high today around 93 degrees.
Our business day featured a remarkable display of novelties surpassing prior efforts. Visitors are invited to personally visit The Garden Key to appreciate the full beauty of this deluxe showcase.
Aviator Wil crashed two hours after seasing Darwin yesterday at Pine Creal Montana. He escaped with injuries, but one wing of his flying machine was damaged. It is unclear if the craft can be repaired locally. Unemployed miners total 2,000 in Uthak part per Mr McNeil, secretary of the Northern Miners' Association.
The Lalor Caucus in Canberra discussed Mr Latham’s plan for an Advisory Committee of all parties to aid national prosperity. Flo urged cross party unity in crisis, but Labor said the proposal was not agreed. Mr Lyons, acting Federal Speaker, noted ministers would proceed their own way as Hayons was heckled in parliament.
After the death of young Batty Harris on Wellington Place, neighbors rallied to save the farm crop. Messrs Nopris, Fitz gerald, Bracken, Manning, Rheinberger, Stingcon, Sibbald, and Reidly helped cut and stack the 22 acres of hay for next season, a generous act praised by the district.
Wheat growers are warned that under 60 pounds per bushel wheat will not be purchased. Only milling quality grain will be accepted, with the Wellington Wheat Marketing Scheme handling any under quality lots. A. Wilkins and partners oversee the scheme.
The Church Neve the official organ of the Church of England in the Bathurst diocese faces financial strain. After years as a monthly publication, it will be issued quarterly for the next year with the next issue planned for the first week of February.
The Cricket Board of Centre at Melbourne has withheld £150 in duct money from Yon Lruvlian, though others in the year have been paid. Item notes overstocked Xmas presents price cuts, and mentions new clubs affiliating with the Western District Swimming Association. Also reports Wellington Citizens Band program, church services, pension details, and Wellington Ambulance attending a man with an eye wound from alleged assault.
Well trained children vocalists present Sunday and Monday programs for the Salvation Army Sunday school anniversary. Primary section led by Sister Faith Ballard will showcase Kindergarten studies on Sunday afternoon. The full company performs Sunday night with chart selections and prize awards announced by Superintendent Mrs Edgar.
The Bridal Veil, the largest tittle veil ever seen, 600 yards long, features golden lace and bridal costumes designed by Herman Roar. The staging includes a special musical score by Baul Whites nun and his orchestra, with songs by Milton Ager and Jack Yellen. John Bolus performs two spectacular numbers.
A confusing report describes a fatal accident involving Mrs R Sooley whose clothing caught fire in Tweed Heads causing burns and death after being rushed to a neighbor and then to hospital. Mrs Sealey tended to kerosene lighting when the blaze spread to curtains. The piece notes a dramatic escape and a witness at the scene.
Local minither tournament features ladies and gentlemen as players in a mixed event. Prizes framed by rival clubs, with on view play and late nn for the event revealed in notices.
A Wellington District Ambulance attended Ute Cob Bora Road yesterday to treat Norman Dowton, a chaff-cutter worker. After initial aid, he was taken to Wellington Hospital where the first joint of a finger was amputated following a jammed finger incident while coupling a wagon behind a tractor.
In Palmerston North NZ a group of pupils bathed in the river when 9 year old Vernon Ferguson struggled. Misa Domimett jumped in to help and both boys drowned while efforts to rescue them continued.
Albury police concluded a search for three missing people, including Alex Seekoli, believed to have drowned, after discovering a body in Totep at Yareawa. The investigation continues with authorities confirming the discovery and identifying remains.
George Harold Joyce, 40, drowned while attempting to swim from a punt on the Upper Bellinger River. The punt carrying a crewmade buoyant rive r had filled with water and tipped. Joyce’s brother managed to reach the bunk safely.
Mrs Tom Turner of Mumbii suffered a serious accident Monday afternoon in her yard stumbling over old tools and fracturing her left thigh. She lay undiscovered for about an hour before neighbors found her and Wellington Ambulance attended. Supt Habler provided first aid and transported her to town where a district hospital doctor admitted her for treatment.
Distress rises in Canberra as unemployment hits acute levels. Debates over relief measures intensify with relief funds stalled and protests spreading. Officials report rising hardship across ages as displaced workers seek aid and employment programs amid ongoing economic strain.
Two men suspected of being involved in the Point Piper burglary in Sydney, where jewellery valued at £2,400 was stolen, have been arrested at Caulfield, Victoria.
Unemployed travelers were seen hitching rides and later captured after evading police. At the Police Court, Harry Shaw, John Charles Ryne, John Ri Elti, and Thomas Witton faced charges of travelling without tickets from Mumba to Wellington and Orange to Wellington. Fines of 5 shillings and 2 shillings 6 pence were imposed. Minicher Golf club in Loo Street advertises an upcoming tournament with prizes and viewings at Enderby’s and Mrs Lady’s.
Robert McMahon was remanded at Melbourne City Court on 4 bars of having murdered Men Griffiths at Ormond. Detective Curry was accused but denied owning property, though police clothing believed to be his was found at Temers covered with blood. No application was made for bail.
The list records cattle prices with various grades and weights. Cattle totals include 8 800 on the mule with price 20/ lower, Bentbert 44/-, rood quality 40/-, medium 80/-, inferior 26/-, bulls 0 to 14, cows 4 to 11. Sheep total 80 000 penned with the market 1/- lower. Wethers 6/- to 18/, ewes 8/ to 14/, lambs 8/ to 17/, shorn sheep 4/ to 1/1.
The list shows current prices for various goods including potatoes from Tua and Clarence River, with items such as butter, cheese, eggs, onions, oats, chaff, hay, and wheat priced in shillings and pence. Prices range across multiple readings, e g 10/- to 11/-, 1/5, 4/9 to 4/3, and 2/6 to 2/8, reflecting market quotes.
A steamer, the Melangolian Minton, docked at Auckland today amid reports of a whooping cough epidemic aboard, with about 600 children affected or exposed. Local authorities advised isolation and screening as the vessel reached port.
Personal notices mention Steve Cashel at a private hospital for treatment and recovering well. Allen Liens daughter Jn. and family in Obley. mention of appendicitis and hospital care. Elusive references to Rev. Salishisty sermon on Xm Day and church services. Other items include engagements, political figures, a fall causing a right-ankle fracture, and Bishop Breadbrook’s Wellington parish transfer.
The Jool ston Scout Troop committee organizes a Christmas event this Friday and Friday night featuring a tree, mining themed prizes, wooden toys, chocolate wheels, and a dancing house. A Christman Hamper raffle supports the occasion with snacks and coal drinks. Trainees and helpers will run the activities to provide amusement and funds.
The Welsh Office posts holiday hours from Boxing Day to New Year with deliveries from 9 am to 10 am and mail clearances by 10 am on the 27th. A severe influenza epidemic in New Hebrides is noted with postmen delivering limited services and adjusted hours.
Harold Boxser of Cathcart Police Station faces NSW Government Bank allegations of bank fund misappropriation. The case records suggest prior local activity including horse racing mentions, with details described in the police document.
A garbled excerpt from a 19th or early 20th century racing bulletin lists participants and outcomes with abbreviations for beags, hooks, and scorers. Names include Hookar, Bonstead, Booker Thomson, Ha Oxenham, Leister, Flint, Goodwin, and Sandrad. The text notes a 16 57 time and indicates heats or finishes, but is largely unreadable.
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