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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 16, 1935
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a dented Buick vehicle referencing an old model. Mentions effects on the hood and action by Sutter. A plan or contract relates to ploughing about 200 acres by contractors vontrart and stugh stenipht. Ground conditions noted. further particulars to M. Scott at “Aingarine” Thane Wellington S44.
An old notice fragment lists employment for a bright intelligent girl for house duties at the Times Office, with further text indicating probate proceedings in New South Wales. The record includes names, dates, and references to wills and executors, with creditor notices and accounts filings in Sydney courts.
Weather forecast notes continued cloud and showers along the coast and adjoining highlands with heavy showers likely in the north coast area. Morning mist on highlands and coast with frost, squally winds from the south to southeast, temporary improvement in the west, warmer and sultry later with northeast to east winds, and unsettled conditions foreseen in the west. Temperature today around 20 degrees in the shade.
In loving memory of our darling baby Carl who fell asleep on 14 December 1934 aged two months. Parents, sister and brothers, and grandparents Min and An's, forever miss him. From Nuggett.
The Wellington District Hospital invites tenders for milky meat, broxs, wood, and funerals for three months starting January 1, 1985, with lowest tender subject to acceptance. In New South Wales Supreme Court probate notices seek administration of Fanny Eliza Walker and Anna Eliza McKinnon estates, with creditors to file claims within fourteen days and other heirs informed of their rights and deadlines.
The C.W.A committee held a street sitday Saturday where over £14 was raised for charity and the public responded strongly. Christmas dinners, bargains, and a 10 percent discount at local shops accompany festive preparations as residents anticipate Santa Claus and the holidays. A busy weekend saw crowds, bath visits, and sales events including sheep and cattle ash and shop fittings auctions scheduled for coming Saturdays and Wednesdays.
A local hall hosted a cricket dance with music by Mr A Fusalmuone and guest W J Baprkt. The event, organized by ILC, raised funds and offered ample edibles, drawing a steady crowd and positive reports on social and financial success.
The committee of the Garryowen races met in the west end and final arrangements were made for the meeting on December 26 and 27. They are confident it will be one of the best meetings of the west for some time with every effort aimed at patron convenience.
Wellington households are urged to use B. W. Ball & Son for sewerage connections. The firm promotes their license and credentials as the local expert, promising guidance without obligation and avoiding outside plumbers as installations begin.
Sensible presents abound in the Furniture Department as Western Stores and Edgleys Ltd offer a wide Christmas range. New bedroom suites exclusive to the Stores, smokers stands, lounge suites, and Bespoke designs are advertised with substantial value and competitive prices.
Imperial Tesgue held their monthly gathering at the School of Arts Mall on Saturday night with a large attendance. Various incidents and a single slip of misheard words marked the evening, but the mood remained cheerful as members participated in the program.
Train services ran unusually crowded as wet weather and the Christmas vacation drew hundreds of schoolchildren and teachers into travel. A special Thursday night excursion to Wellington carried 56 extra passengers, while Friday morning’s mail train ran with two engines attached, pulling an exceptionally long consist.
The Wellington Times will close for the Xmas and New Year period to comply with the industrial award. The last issue before holidays will be December 23 and the first issue of the new year will be January 3. Advertisers and subscribers are urged to note the changes.
A 17 year old Victorian NSW swimmer Percy Oliver broke two Australian records at Perth Western Australia Friday night. He swam 140 yards backstroke in 2 minutes 29.5 seconds, surpassing T. Withere’s record, then 220 yards in 2 minutes 13.0 seconds, beating Brooma’s time by a fraction. Oliver plans more attempts at 270 yards backstroke this week. The WDAS A secretary reports Lithgow will compete in 220 yards freestyle 400 yards backstroke and breast stroke championships on December 28 at Manly and Bondi. Wellington will be in the weight stroke championship with Lee Holvjen, Western District title holder.
A garbled press item claims Levoy Hotel in London will feature wallaby soup in honor of Australia’s Ms Lyons. It also alleges 10,000 wallabies were landed on the Barenbool and to be served in hotels, while a separate tale says Lord Sejamdso died in Parliament street.
The Wellington Cycle Club held its usual weekly race at the show ground yesterday with close finishes. Dalay won the half mile handicap from J. Ashworth and A. McAllister, while Tommy Ashworth led in the one mile handicap with A. McAllister second and Ashworth third. The three mile event saw Abrilline Mish top the afternoon, with T. Ashworth and C. Oatey in close contention and McAllister a Goss bay. A big picnic is planned for the first Sunday after the new year at anima Falls with font raising and swimming sports.
Personalities in Wellington district include Mr G H S Davies of Union Bank touring by motor with visits to Melbourne and Sydney. Mrs F Broomfield of Cobbera Roni seeks an inmate at Allan private hospital, with Mr S Broomfield also a patient. T McDennall of Gisborne Stivet attends seriously ill Grothe in Sydney. Warmer, Wallington post and telegraph master, on leave, is replaced by Mr B Pritchard. Miss Joan Read returns from Sydney with Nan Foodman. Engagements announced for Ms Tate Ws C Hoson to Owen Hogan, and Ms Janet Gardiner to Colin Glass. Miss Shirley Pike passes her exam. Pile at Lithgow Hospital. John Wane undergoes successful operation at Bindawalla private hospital. Mungo recovering well. Wedding planned for Phillip Gardiner and Ly Hargraves at Strathroy Wellington with reception to follow. Charles Garnsey, pioneer of the West, dies aged 71 in Dobba District Hospital, survived by widow and nine children. brother A Garnsey of Wallington among mourners. Bishop Dr Crotty to England in January with wife Rev John Crotty. plans to stay in England to take up Oxford post in October. Rev John Crotty intends permanent stay in England. Mion Baxter, former head of Wellington Panic School girls, transferred. three new heads anticipated with Thompson as inspector and Stacey as head of Mary Peasen. J T O’Brien of Ape ry visiting Wellington. later in Suburb Shott Parramatta. known as Blaynoy to close friends.
The death occurred at Wellington District Hospital on Friday morning of Daniel Bird Senior a 71 year old single man longtime district resident born in Mudgee who had farmed near Lincoln and Gollan. Survived by brother Harry Bird and sisters Ay Shepherd and W Bayd. Funeral in Church of England section of local cemetery with graveside service by Rev K D Norman. arrangements by G J Shakeepente and Bong.
Melbourne 12 December 1935 report on the Fifty-ninth annual meeting of the T and G Life Assurance Society. Chairman J C Thorpton notes 169 805 New Business policies earning 13 700 402 and a record completed business. Accident department added 28 278 policies and 7 825 102 in value. Total income 4 507 092 and total assets 28 170 260 86 invested mainly in public securities. Office premium account written down 26 000 with 86 000 moved to contingency fund now 502 074. Dividend provisions exceed last year as annual report shows improved prospects. Chairman expresses confidence business will expand and salutes Field and Indoor staff.
The first Austin Cup rinks night play opened on Wednesday at the Bowling Green. Close finishes marked the open games with Ted Ryan delivering a shot near the Kitty, giving Bassett and Truman a one point win. Ayling and Willock top pair faltered, Smith and Pullbrook edged them, and Preston defeated Batho for the Wilmot badge.
A Times interview with Mr. Fred Jourdant in charge of the Wellington silos notes wheat receipts this year lag behind prior years. Only one load is stored versus three previously, with diversions and storage-charge delays affecting intake. Despite reduced volume, the wheat quality is exceptionally high, suitable for tillage and primarily of fine grade.
Captain WLR Bond reports a rich gold find at Glen Mitchell on Baaneora. Approximately 190 acres surveyed with assay reports showing two ounces 22 pennyweights 20 grains of gold and silver yields substantial. Main reef supplies the ore and assay returns indicate high gold content and significant silver.
London butter prices held after a mid October surge to 127s per cwt, lifted by speculative buying and early November stabilization. Retail margins rose as margarine demand grew, with European winter disruptions and low German imports from nearby countries shaping continued price maintenance. British policy debates consider exporting duty limits and potential Australia driven supplies to ease shortages while maintaining price levels.
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