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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 16, 1940
Page
2
Readable fragments report a government notice about income reporting for the year. It mentions penalties for failure to lodge returns, dates around June and August, and references to officials such as Gabe Dylldiun and Tumtbeth. The text is garbled but centers on tax obligations and potential penalties.
Mr George Wilson MLA on official tour visits the Electorate with interviews planned. Wellington notes show schedule through December with interviews in the afternoon and evening on December 20 and December 30, including a talk Monday December 84th.
Government notice lists Christmas and New Year opening hours for Wellington business houses with December 25 28 and January 2 clerk details. Also a Water Conservation and Irrigation Commission license application for a pump on the Macquarie River near Wellington, with submission opening and deadline details.
Fragmentary OCR shows a list of names and dates with references to office closures in Wellington. It mentions a closing from 3 juin and December 1049 with subsequent January dates and several firm names including Soloman and Quirk & Daridion.
Wellington notices list Christmas New Year hours for shops and offices. Kimbell’s beverages and local services adjust hours December 24 to 28 with late shopping and extended tram services to New Year. Solicitors’ offices close from 5 pm on Saturday to January 6. The Hunchback of Notre Dame event draws crowds. George Formby Ginger Keer and Irene Durbin acts teased. Country Producers Selling Co Ltd reports stock sales at Homebush with crossbred stock prices and traders.”
An aged amalgam of notes reports deaths public auctions and local events. It notes Lord Lathian's death and wartime ambassadorship and a public sale on January 4 1841, plus weather and a death of Artie Brennan and various local business notices.
Friday visits by Mr XB Stewart and his wife Sir Winderich Stewart revived memories of 1912 when Stewart worked in the Railway Department before shifting to a pottery business. Town progress, park improvements, and pleasant conversations with park director Mr Prost marked a lively afternoon, ending with a Bathurst departure and fond reflections.
The Wellington post office schedules holiday closure and altered hours. It will close for the last community rush on December 18 with limited service on holidays, reopening New Year’s Day. Outward mail and some deliveries will run on special timelines while most branches adjust operations.
Wellavials struggled to 64 in their innings with strong bowling from Harvey and Miller. Yeoval chasing posted 64 runs, featuring Miskell and Smith batting advances and notable scores by D Kine and N Miskell, as Wellavials took early wickets.
Downey Wellington rider Wellian's Belvin falls in a three sprint scratch race at Rygate Park. He suffers head injuries and arm injuries, ambulances attend, doctor orders hospital observation though not serious. Rider had removed helmet before the accident. Expected to race again next week.
A youth, seven years old, died after a vehicle overturned near Gillean Rowdy Filmowsine. Several others suffered injuries and were treated, with one transported to Dubbo hospital for care. The incident occurred during a weekend accident as occupants were attempting to move the vehicle.
Prime Minister Mensies announced compulsory training aligning with securing £60,000 for Maine Defence. A planned gap between available age groups and those entering camp was noted. Women's VAD members will be accepted for certain army work. Army Minister Spender said pay would be daily and £40 advanced for uniforms.
The Wellington branch of the W.V.B. held their Friday afternoon meeting in the open air to escape the heat, choosing the shade of St. John’s Church to transact business. It is expected similar groups will follow the lead and hold future meetings outdoors.
Reported appraisements by Winchcombe Cannion Lid showing Corriedale wool trading well with heavier fleece than Merino. Evaluations cite strong wool quality from Gorriedale and Werton strains, including fine Cotrindale study notes.
Members of the Wellington Lovnry and their spouses held a fellowship meeting at the Golden Key rate on Friday evening. Mr Slaman performed two vocal solos to appreciative reception, and the gathering concluded with community singing and greetings between attendees.
A brief letter expresses that the writer and perhaps the publication do not unconditionally endorse the correspondent's opinions. It notes a cautious stance and invites further discussion while avoiding full endorsement of all views.
A letter to the editor suggests municipal bath renovations near Clifford’s Alough by Wilner Lane. It argues a 640 foot tower with a one foot per hundred fall would create a Bow to bath water from the Bull River bed. The design aims to increase pressure without disturbing the river, proposing a 100 foot reach as a practical limit.
Comobella defeated Elong by concentrating scoring with 217 for eight wickets. Ney led with 101, while E Ney’s bowling impressed as he captured seven wickets. Sheridan, Rhindflishlou, and others contributed, though Elong struggled with both bat and ball. The match featured strong fielding and notable retirements shaping the outcome.
The Australian Wheat Board will announce payment dates for fret advances on 1940 41 wheat deliveries to No 4 Bowl district as government and authorities finalize arrangements. The first advances have been set, with certificates issued but delivery must be in new sacks. Growers tendering in old sacks face penalties and agents were warned against accepting old sacks. Christmas and New Year holidays affect processing times.
Wellington residents and visitors share news of vacations and arrivals. Hele Janpual Xmae plans a Thursday night trip, while Mrs McAllamney visits Wellington before returning home. Miss Kilven Duncan near her birthday is honored at Tause Hotel with refreshments and well wishes. Miss Evelyn O Connell dies near Youre and her funeral arrangements follow.
The Commissioner of Taxation outlines that individuals with salary income must file returns by January 4, 1941. Employers must deduct federal income tax from wages and provide instalment stamps for tax deduction. Employees may seek exemptions and arrangements for remitting deductions via the Department of Taxation.
A fatal collision occurred late Saturday night near Gurley involving two motor vehicles driven by Quinn and James Brie. The report says the wreck happened as they were returning from a dance, with Brie's wife and six children present, and no further serious injuries were expected.
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