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Newspaper

Wellington Times

Location

Wellington, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Dec 15, 1927

Page

3

Swimming meet reports mixed results and times

The report covers a local swimming meet with contestants Vera Au tr and Jean Stephens Alii winning relays and the winner posting a 40 second time. It notes heats led by W Brownhill and PL Kennedy, with Downey and A Downey placing in several events. 220 yards championship was won by N Ryan of Sydney High School in 8 minutes 40 seconds, tying a previous record before a school audience.

I Yorde Cours Smich Vera Autr Jean Stephens Alii W. Brownhill Kennedy Chil Miveau A. Downey Heneco Mba Downey Fo Browne N. Ryan Sohohoy Ewinines Sydney

Wellingtons Musical and Dramatic Concert at Moender Theatre

A Wellington sequence of the Boy Scouts benefit concert closed their annual week’s effort at the Moender Theatre on Monday night. Performances featured Misses etc, the Perth audience enjoyed dances and songs by Mr Roddy and Miss Houston, and a finale titled A Marriage in Wan Achitngoss with Lisette Alte de Baax and Haeels Car Vel. The program included vocal numbers, a Mythical in May scene, and several encores, with strong support from local performers and School of Music members.

Wellington Moender Sota Benita Lee Grats Arnold Smith Mies Hicern Dobbie Waa Dos iv Mowat Roddy Mag Mowry W. Fy M. Wurrell A. Crouse Avery Mite Rewens Mr. Haeels Mine Houston Carvel Mr. Spriggine Howe Mons Volte Marin Nigelina Hoe le Coleman Ma Jr Barnes Momshur Mina

Wellington School of Arts Vote On Building Addition

Tomorrow evening members of the Wellington School of Arts decide on adding a forty foot by forty foot room and extending the present wing to house a billiard table. The recreation space may be rented for small private gatherings. Voters are urged to be financially active, or the committee may enforce eligibility. The issue is described as of paramount importance to the town.

Tosmorrow Wight Loth Ebave Extersoe Hoth Wellington School of Arte Aame

New Books Added to the School of Arts Archive

A list of recent acquisitions for the School of Arts Library includes works by Maxo de la Roche J Milne Bower and Oppenheim among others. The monthly meeting at the School of Arts covered holidays, finances, and planned book purchases plus the unveiling of a new troop trophy for the Boy Scouts.

School of Arts Fala Oeoy Maxo de la Roche J. Milne Safe Conduct D. Travars A.M. Chisholm B. M. Bower Frank L. Packart F. C. Taber Buck Tohn Walters Sapp Zane Grey Beyond E. White Colfax Guy Morton Margaret Peder Pe'er B. Kyne Laws of the Free C. A. Belker Horler Seubby Dickson BR Blaker Spirit of Light C. Pitt Miss Brewster J. M Lincoln Miss Brown E. Phill Oppenheim

Electric accumulator hailed as future power breakthrough

A letter to the editor lauds Father Almeida as the inventor of a high power tenfold storage battery. It credits an international firm near London with bringing the device to mass production next year, predicting a shift from steam and petrol to electricity and transforming transport and industry. The writer notes prominent scientists of past eras as predecessors to the priest’s celebrated feat and urges readers to await the Eureka.

Newa Europe Austritla Almeida Renio Tran Port Fem Yoong Price Bdiean I Father Almene Eureka Audi Aurpriae Mendel Vance Profesor Bate~ Ton Darwin Pathor Carney Louvian University Hne Cel Pathor Schmidt Stenson Friar Bacon London Gemrox Truy

Wool Market Report From New England to Great Plains

In a resumed fair at the 111th instant market, Swe Aube milled a catstone of 4 01 balun from Southern East region wool sectors. Competition was wide with Japan the most active buyer. other notable traders included Bradford, Germany, Prunes and America, while prices remained steady.

Itt, Son Badgery Gil Southeen New England Baretta Central West Maki Juireele Japan Huing Bradford Germany Prunes America Pelos

Ambulance Service Gains as Wellington Rolls Out Vehicle

A report from a recent school or district event notes a new motor ambulance service for Wellington, with praise for the development. The piece mentions Dr Wade, Mrs Johnston, and supervisor staff, highlighting a parade and the St John Ambulance badge. The tone remains celebratory about the expanded emergency aid capability and civic progress.

Correcting Errors in The Edition Dear Sir

A reader complains about multiple errors and omissions in a recent Loyal Orange Lodge Dublin report. The writer asserts the correspondent misquoted and misrepresented Abel above, and demands acknowledgment of the mistakes and corrections.

Correction of an Error Be First Aid

A letter to the editor discusses correction efforts by the St John Ambulance Brigade in Wellington New South Wales. It notes Mrs Johnston and Mr Holloway organizing first aid divisions, forming ladies and men units, and planning ambulance readiness with Dr Dixon and Bernard Deane coordinating. The piece mentions a meeting, aims, and a reported 192% turnout for examinations and training in Wellington.

Wollingrot B.C. Wall Wath Arthurville M. Johnston Sydney SS. John Ambulance Brigade Whit Wellington T. 8 Dixon St. John Jance Brigmle New South Wales Wellington District. A Meeting Was Held At the Public Action Mes Dubiston Distriet Divle Sisi Awd Indios Hirst Johnaton Heine Chure A Holloway St. John Ambulance Turyksow Godree Pails Ware Damo Bussing Eines Mrchoutenl Camitdie Improvementa

Munford Cup Cricket Match At Dublic New Year Day

Unclear local cricket notes list players for Gewlo Cricket Association in Munford Cup games at Dublic on New Year’s Day. Teams Banks Newrea Carltons Stuart Town and others named with lineally scattered player rosters amid postponed games and post- January conclusion.

Bathurst News Highlights and Civic Messages

Personal news from Percy Street reports Mee Pars, Morgan traveling to Sydney for a holiday with her senso. Mr J Smith, long associated with the Telegraph Department, tonight to Bathurst to take up minutes at Bathurst. William Charlton of Burren dong visits Nurse Flere hospital for medical care. Congratulates to Ald. Roxe on becoming Mayor and to Ald. Walker on possible 1821 mayoral bid. A deputation from Bathurst inc. meets Bishop Long, newly appointed Bishop of Newcastle, asking him to stay. He will consider the request in his role with the Primate and Coadjutor Bishop.

Morgan Percy Street Sydney J. Smith Thy Fost Bathuvet William Charlton Burrendong Flere Phyche Hospital Ald Ws Roxe J.B. Walker Long Newcastle Bathurst Uwe

Book Reviews Survey From an Era of Romantic Thrill

A brisk roundup reviews multiple novels. Alfred Teesside Sheppard’s Here Comes an Old Father blends Becket lore with magic and legend. Peter B Kyne’s Silent Comrade draws praise for its American perspective. Harwood Steee’s The Nin tic Circle promises Arctic adventure and duty. Francis Beeding’s The Toys of Dr Roward 8 delivers a suspenseful castle thriller full of danger and a final rescue.

Alfred Teesside Sheppard Becket Coeur de Linn Amariner Kentish Reculver Roward Francis Beeding Biden Kingdom Edwarides Savoy de. Buwaedes Marchison Ant ‘Hye

State Poisoners The Cost of Prohibition Debate

Arrangement notes publish a controversial tirade from Earl Darrow criticizing Prohibition as a liberty and life issue. The Telegraph New York and Chesterton are cited about prohibitionists and dangers of alcohol. The piece cites coroners and the health rate claims, reflecting era quarrels over temperance.

Chirenee Darrow America the Telegraph New York Darrow XK. Chesterton Tiquar

Wailer the bonnet end how woud in it

A fragmented reminiscence describes stepping into a car and touching the starter to wake a powerful engine. The narrator portrays the engine coming alive and the vehicle gliding away, with a hint of mechanical precision and cautious action.

Commonwealth Loan Conversion Notice 1927

All holders of 4 per cent and 4 per cent loans maturing 15 December 1927 may convert to the new loan. Closing date 15 December 1927. A 21/1070 per £100 converted paid 1 Abih December ast. Cash subscriptions welcome from all applicants. At £98/10/0 price, related yields shown for 6 to 15 years. For full details contact savings banks, post offices, stock exchanges, or the Commonwealth Treasury Canberra.

election of Mayor at council meeting in the ensu ing year

The council met on Tuesday to elect a Mayor for the next twelve months. Ald. Rose was unanimously chosen after no nominations were received for any other candidate. Incoming Mayor Rose thanked the aldermen and ratepayers and pledged to uphold their confidence during his term. Deputy Mayor Ald. Walker won a close ballot over Ald. Coryeth. The mayoral allowance was set at the same rate as the current year.

Ald M- Bembelek Akl Rose M. Bembrick Ald. Rowe Ald. Rose Haye Pest Ali J. F. Walker H. T. Brasler Ald. F.C. Wall J. Murray Atentant Rose Leo F. Miller Ali Stewart Hin Hid Municipal Fyfe Aly Lacum Lanem Walker All. Walker N. Tarum G. Coryeth G Wall Ali. Walker Ald. Walker

Public Auction of Exore Estate at Wellington on Dec 17

Public auction on account of the estate of late Mrs A Southall at our offices Maughan Street Wellington on Saturday Dec 17 1027 at o'clock sharp. Lot includes two cottages brick and weatherboard each four rooms and kitchen in good condition newly painted with spare allotment part 9 abelion 60 near Simpson Street with two cottages rented to good tenants offering an excellent investment opportunity.

A. Southall Maughan Street Wellington Simpson Street Abelion Wren Simpson Sitamtad

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