Ladies Swim Carnival Impresses Crowd and Visitors
The Ladies' Swimming Club held their carnival on Thursday, with visiting swimmers staying an extra day after rain delayed the event. A large crowd witnessed fast times, and local and visiting competitors delivered strong performances including several men under 70 seconds in the 100 yards and B. Gates clocking 27 seconds in the 50 yards. Wellington is expected to field a strong Nanima Cup team on January 26.
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Clu
Wellington
B. Gates
Xmas Gifts All Smart Colors and Designs
Pleasant to the eye items headline a range of clothing and accessories including shirts socks and ties described as smart colors and designs for holiday gifting or personal use.
25th Violet Armstrong Sets 50 Yard Backstroke Mark
Violet Armstrong swam 50 yards backstroke in 30 1/5, three fifths faster than yesterday. The Wellington event night showcased diving, mixed relays, and exhibitions with the carnival closing smoothly despite a postponed start. results feature Armstrong in 100 yards exhibition, 50 yards ladies champion, and multiple handcaps, with strong spectator excitement and well organized staging by President Mrs Upton and secretary Mixx Kennedy.
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Violet Armstrong
Wellington
Lion Graham
J. Preston
F. McCormick
L. Lay
Time TV
McCormick
D. Smith
C. Williams
Les Lay
D. Kelly
P. Kennedy
F. Ve
A. Hart
Jean Smith
K. Crowe
B. Jones
P. Fahey
Mitchell
W. Sayers
J. Stephens
D. Raine
V. Anime
F. Mitchell
T. Lay
B. Gates
Destruction of Timber on Mount Arthur Reported
Macquarie Shire officials reported discovering men removing timber on Mount Arthur while in the Municipal Reserve. Timber felled and saplings damaged, with a suspected trade underway. The President urged strong caution and a public notice warning that future thefts would be severely dealt with.
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Macquarie
Open letter from Golden Key on tobacco wares
An open letter from the Golden Key advertises a large escorted stock of Smokers Requisites and Tobacco histories, claiming up to date items and fancy ware suitable for Xman presents. The letter is signed Yours faithfully, The Golden Key.
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Sin
Wellington Man Given Month Hard Labour For Thievery
A stranger named Michel Fohrt Shannan faced Mr Adams P M in Wellington for theft with insufficient means of support. He pleaded not guilty. Sweeney from Dabbo testified observing the accused near a private house on the 6th inst. The man claimed prior Wellington visits and Queensland origins, admitting no work. He was convicted previously and sentenced to one month hard labour. Bail set at 40 pounds with equal surety. Trial adjourned to the next Quarter Sessions at Dubbo.
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Michel Fohrt Shannan
Soret
Sweeney
Dabbo
Swift Street
Wellington
Tube
Queensland
P.M
Dubbo
Wellington Theft Case Quoted In Fragmented Trial
A Wellington charge for breaking and entering to steal valuables from Mr Cameron’s home is described. The accused, defiant, claims innocence while witnesses recount footprints, shoe marks, and a recovered description. Constable Woods corroborates. The raid left a gold wristlet watch, jewelry, and silver missing from Warne Street residence.
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Warne Street
Wellington
Cameron
Wil
Sere. Sweeney
Tubb
Constable Wonds
C. Cameron
Ware Steel
Waterdown
Javier
Swift Street
Accuned
Valley Force
Ute
Ehoes
Aveused
McGuiness
Wry
C. Camutha
Woods
Colin Cameron
Warne Stree
Unknown prayer fragment echoes hesitation and forgiveness
An obscured verse segment describes a distressed figure who seeks forgiveness and finds solace as angels respond with joy. The speaker whispers "Forgive" while God also utters the plea. The scene conveys doubt, mercy, and celestial reassurance through fragmented lines.
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Xmas
SOX
Jack Powlett
Nanima Crescent
Phon
Xmas Supplies
E. A. Fulton
Santa Claus
E. Jones
P. Biffen
Jon Smith
A. Holt
J. Smith
M. Batho
Ella Smith
Armstrong
Sydney
Ted
Mount Arthur
Shire
W. McAtamney & Co
Maughan Street
Joon Gallon
Mr. Adams
Adeire
Toatilissarntun
Chevrolet
Fulton’s Motors
Pelt ‘Gnel
EO Godai
Shell Motor
the Shell Company Limited
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