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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 11, 1939
Page
4
The annual report highlights school activities and health programs at Wellington Public School. It notes improved facilities in the infant and primary departments, a new Macquarie Theatre venue, and extended nurse and dietary support funded by local associations. Discussions cover attendance, education goals, and plans for senior classes and technical education offerings.
The report highlights improved grounds at Arthur and Percy Siretin streets and major pruning work by Mr and Mrs Fro and A C Paige. It notes better examination responsibility in the Primary and Secondary Departments, forthcoming fourth year promotions, and increased pupil numbers. It mentions public support for educational programs, portable Kodascope loans, radio equipment upgrades, and library improvements, urging continued funding and facilities expansion for a stronger school community.
A fragmented story recounts Jenny and her family meeting tiny green men in a bush scene. They hear pleas from the visitors who seek passage and a birthday bake, while adults eavesdrop and react with curiosity. The piece shifts to acknowledgments of donors and gratitude from the staff for support through the year.
Charmowan gift caskets from Paris promise luxury beauty perks. No. 2 and No. 4 boxes feature Charmrosan face powder and Creme Charmosan products, presented in ornate cases. Sold at usual retail prices by chemists and stores nationwide.
Wellington Municipal Council held a brief fortnightly session with a special meeting for the mayor and deputy mayor. Aldermen and officials discussed street and water extensions, high tension feeder work, a new substation, estimated costs, and holiday dates, with reports on water, gas, and park maintenance.
Special notice states QE Cont to real, produce and property departments of the primary. Producery Wool and Produce Selling Con Ltd now incorporated with the corporation. Future business will be conducted under wartime officer guidance at Bent Street Sydney.
The article notes stock straying and eating planted tees, with a rooster of damage along the waterline. The council considers summoning owners and impounding stock. Alderman Walker reports early morning efforts around trees and waterlines, hoping not to be charged for water. Alderman Longhurst mentions moving horses and cows from Warne Street toward near the Macquarie Bridge.
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