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Newspaper

Wellington Times

Location

Wellington, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Dec 12, 1938

Page

3

Water supply scheme to employ 1800 men across 37 towns

The Minister for Works announced a large water supply program for 37 towns, creating full-time jobs for about 1800 men over 18 months to two years. The project, costing roughly 1.098 million pounds, includes the Great Western Line region and towns such as Grenfell, Forbes, Milltharpy, Blayney, and others, with construction planned to start early next year.

Spoonie Spoene Jand Seherme Wonulwek Grenfell Forbes Mgeiwinien Autaler Ae Trinile

Christmas Appeal for Benvalent Society Aid for Children

Ambiguous plea from the Benvalent Society of NBM Thuman Sis requesting support for Sydney and Renwick Hospital care. The call mentions Fairy Godparents League and child certificates, urging parish contributions to aid orphans and vulnerable youths with food and medical care.

Benvalent Society of NBM Thuman Sydney Renwick Hospital Infanta Efi Honphel Abelne Alesani

Wallingford 100 Yard Breaststroke Race Spotlight

In a midweek event at Wallingford the 100 yard breaststroke saw five starters with Don Monborne leading early but Tray Ayil W. Tedd surged to the finish, narrowly beating rivals as the 60 yard split indicated a close contest. Interest grows in the 50 yard freestyle club championship set for Wednesday night.

Westerday Don Mnorbone W. Tedd Precton Fveestyle Champonhip

Wellington High School Prize Fund Update

The Wellington High School Prize Fund records show revised donations and corrections to previous entries. Contributors include Gladys Ander, Lola, and others with amounts noted, and a misentry in 24 class was corrected to reflect proper donors and contributions.

Wellington High School KMAS Min Barwon Thea MK Buty Mee G. Peal EL Fideo Warn Baind Mey Mew B.A. Brown Leo Ercan Ponitlann Gladys Ander Non Dapha Sfonerle Lola

Obituary of Mrs Annie Barton Longtime Wellington resident

The town honours Nanima Barton widow of H Barton at eighty three. A missive from Gambools to Bathurst she lived in Wellington many years and cared for the public good through Red Cross and CWA. Survived by children and sisters, she donated the Nanima Cup for swimming and supported golf. Funeral at Nanima private cemetery followed by graveside rites conducted by Rev K D Norman.

Nanima Annie Barton H. Barton Barton John Senith Smith Leynarth Bathurst Gambools Molonig Wellington Red Cross CWA Instituthone Paters Charles Bertram Delia Jd, Barton Parkes Dennis Hampton Moum Nanima Erin Mes E Martim Sydney Me Warden Leadville Mes Caroo Dickson Ursula Burton W. Cy W Dockett K. D. Norman

Mother Mary Berchmans Flynn Dies After Long Mercy Life

The Reverend Mother Mary Berchmans Flynn died Friday night at a private hotel after a long life in the religious order. Born in Sydney to John and Katherine Alyn, she spent years as a Sister of Mercy, serving as Supe tor at Wellington Dubbo and Trangie and celebrating a diamond Jubilee two years ago. A requiem mass was held at St Patrick’s Church, and the burial followed at Curra Creek, Wellington, with Rev Father Kelly officiating. Survived by brothers Patrick Prynn of Burwood and other relatives, funeral arrangements were announced by J Shakespeare and Bonn.

Mercy West Aline Supe Tor Wellington Dubbo Trangie Air Line Merend Hte Tad Etx Patrick Prynn Burwood St. Patrick's Church Father Kelly

Unclear OCR sports score note at Greentree event

Fragmentary OCR text mentions Greentree Olive and Loulan with altered prize wording and Sean. No clear event, date, or competing teams.

Greentree Olive Bezunt Loulanth Yook Ewurdy Sean

Tennis Results and Club News From Local Courts

A ragged update covers the Barton family sympathy, men’s singles draws with Spratt vs Stephene and Kelly Jackaan vs Potta Everett, and mixed doubles tomorrow. It notes court readiness, inquiries about rounds, and ongoing country carnival entries due by December 28. Junior menu fees drop to 2 shillings, club night crowd grows, ping pong tables added, and Friday night entry limited to 24 players with American air as a new qualifier.

Spratt Stephene Kelly Jackaan Potta Everett Ourta Prominey Xman Indy

Severe storm sweeps across cities causing extensive damage

A powerful cyclone-like storm shattered several towns with winds up to 80 mph. Dust filled skies and debris blocked streets while ships broke from moorings and buildings lost roofs. Melbourne and Sydney areas reported severe effects with numerous homes destroyed and fires started by the winds.

Wellington Sydney Mburhs Skropa & Elks Malleratta Mewkesbury National Park Liverpool Melbourne

Wualuman Club Edge Centrals In Close Uripstone Cup Clash

The Wuuluman Club beat Centrals by 174 runs at Shaw Ground in a disputed Uripstone Challenge Cup match. Centrals 296 set a season record while Wuuluman bowled with grit led by Barker and Spratt with solid fielding as key contributors. Roy Kelly and M Collins starred for Wuuluman with timely scores, and Spratt reached 50 while Spratt and Sutton provided late innings flair.

Eentals Reyult Cupulders Warren Price C. Spratt Centrade Fred Barker Ay Sprat Faye Jack Sutton Roy Kelly Kelly Alnton Collins Centrals Wudtioonnoan Cyrntrals Shaw Cuddon Crockett Pletcher M. Kelly Collings R. Smith E. Smith HM. Colling F. Barker P. Althofer H. Colling Smith

Warne Street Crossing Protest Over Delays At Crossing

Strong public protests demand action on Warne Street crossing due to frequent delays and long vehicle holds. A railway employee performing duties caused a ten minute stoppage, drawing criticism of the railway and local administration for inconsistent handling of vehicular flow and safety concerns.

Warne Street Uhh

Development Committee for New South Wales Industry

Mr Wilson asks if a development committee will be established as a permanent body to foster NSW industry. Government replies that a small co-operating staff already works with departments and private industry to promote industry, investigate investors, and assist with development. There is consideration of a more permanent group, including university staff and external engineers, to continuously address development problems.

Manyord Wilson New South Wales My. Stevens Lam Mall Betes Weessierr Fhore Wuterdo Dir Walker University Easthaugh Department of Public Works Barraclough

Paradine for Two and The Devil's Party at Macquarie Theatre

The Macquarie Theatre opens with Paradine for Two a London Film comedy about a millionaire who dyes his dancing to amuse a bank audience and The Devil's Party a Universal thriller featuring Victor McLaglen with boxing stars Tommy Farr and Mak Race. Also showcased are Topper MGM’s comedy and a futuristic Caprice style program with light entertainment and riotous humor.

Macquarie Jack Hulber London Macquarie Theatre Victor Malaglen Victor Universal Amnamy Fistiansland McLaglen Charles MacFnland New York Chronicle Ann m Jong Barney Callahan Michwel Whalen Den Long Island Beach Snapper" Doolan Chick Chandler McFarland Steve Martin Barney Snapper New York Trapedor Collins Cop Clark Whits Edward Ga MGM Macquarig Theatre Remiay Xtream Lasury Rehinass Thorne Ammith

Racing results at Warwick Farm and Melbourne events

The card lists Warwick Farm results with divisions in the Novies Handicap, Knocking six races with winners including Radio Queen and Bonnie 1, plus Kirham Stakes two year olds and Camden Handicap outcomes. Melbourne results show May Delamere Teint Hurdle winner Flying Drake and several handicaps with Roundabout and Lincolnshire Handicap winner Finch among others. The report notes the death of Joyce Sefton, an 18 year old Lithgow road racer, at Sydney’s Prince Alfred Hospital, a shock to friends.

Warwick Farm Radio Queen Nurworal Lithgow Taytanua Bonnie Novery Mandicep Chiewick Waireka Eaperants Benny’ Loch Camden Bradford Dia‘mond Wedding Eamera Maid Warwick Ceamber Handiap Panrove Sal Volatile Seen Mallscoota

Bowling Club Nile Rink Wins In Austin Cup Matches

Wellington Bowling Club members compete in Austin Cup games with several results. A. T. Smith’s 401 Tamans lead to easy win for Wetter rink by 20 points. Ty No Apling beat F. Hutho’s four by 20 to 11. J. F. Preston defeated W. Will by 12 points. Chinworks edged Chinnazka by 2 points. Sammy Garcia stopped Snowy Clarke in a 10 round bout. The Southern Districts Racing Association disqualified Foxmore for life and Miss C. Teely for absence from inquiry. Newcastle club suspends Coutts Gockey and trainer P. Baysted for 12 months.

Wellington A. T. Smith Taman Ty No Apling F. Hutho Preston W. Will Trownet W. Chinnazka Chinworks Foxmore Pox Tornbary Day Tunvray Home For Life Miss C. Teely A.C AWG J Coutts Gockey P. Baysted Golden Ang Newcastle

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Central Tablelands BY Benevolent Society Wolksnam Mary Berchmans Flynn M. Caltine Colline Pleteher Collins J. Kelly M. Howard Cudden Fettell Bo T. Smith Tae Sunde Sutton Berker W. Kelly O Contrale Warne Street Crossing Mr. Wilson Warwick Welter Handlienn Delemere Flying Drake Boongarry Sudium Sammy Garcia Snowy Clarke AL Nowesrtlsdow Hall Bean Jon Velasco Resis Gagan Nai Aed Ali Gueene Pallette Plu Robert Benchley Paradise The Tuna
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