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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 17, 1934
Page
2
Fragmented obituary and notices mix memorial lines for EVANS EDA and familial dedications with public society events. Includes dancing bands, swimming and boxing night plans, and a Wellington street auction. Appears from a local 1930s page with misc. notices and event promotions.
Executors of Estet Cyrot Quinn late of Witingwn New South Wales seek representation for lost original certificate of insurance. Notice states claims must be made within one calendar month from this date, with details directed to the company and its directors.
An official announcement states a municipal sewerage and water project will be undertaken with estimates of costs and funding sources. The council expects 210,000 pounds in total with contributions from state and federal governments and internal funds. Details on allocations and schedules remain to be confirmed.
Local jottings describe warm late spring weather ideal for harvest with wheat nearing peak and drought fears in some towns. Headlines cover Victorian carnival tennis results, Balmers Swimming Club plans to visit Wallington, a No 4 Wellington Starr Building Bootery meeting, a New Year Eve charity dance, Irene Rich’s funeral, and assorted social notices including Monarch announcements and post office weather records.
Over 40 gather to hear H G Belshmer BV Se, Department of Agriculture, discuss the full text of a lengthy lecture. The address drew questions, concluding with a hearty vote of thanks, following a motion by Mr. Weston and seconded by Mr. Ochiltree.
Funds raised on behalf of Mrs. T. McDonald faced issues as some promissory notes were not honored. Promises totaling £108 6s 9d were expected, with the remaining drawn by sons who will settle £40 immediately, to be handed over at once. The process proceeds under the supervision of Mes McTan Wid.
Local notice urges daily swimming instruction for children in Wellington. Competent instructors will teach under favorable conditions at the Wellington baths, highlighting the necessity of drowning prevention and parental opportunity for their kids.
A cheap excursion train from Nyngan to Sydney attracted many travelers including school teachers and pupils from Wellington. First class and second class passengers boarded at Wellington for a vacation ride. Excursion trains will run frequently up to Christmas Eve.
CWA street stall held last Saturday by the CWA raised more than £18 for funds. Br Campbell at Kimball's bakery won the Xmar Ganer and Mr R A Davidson won the Christman cakw. Branch resumes activities until March next. CW Canobolue holiday house now taking applications for atom modelion to be sent to local secretary Beckett.
Grass hoppers halted rail travel and disrupted schedule for the A Grade Pennant. Mudgee players were to visit Wellington on Saturday but frosthoppers swarmed the town delaying the match as both sides scrambled to shield their teams and bowlers from the unusual pest interruption.
Community figures including Arthur Murphy and family traveling for holidays, experts at the Eucharistic Congress, and local residents like Bert Godfrey and Noel Bernaxconi feature in a Wellington district update. The obituary notes the death of Mr Charles Lawrence Buckman at 48 after an operation, with funeral arrangements at Wallington.
At the School of Arts Mall last Friday night the Wellington Musical and Dramatic Society and friends wound up the year with interludes by Gongs and ukuleles, Lyric Orchestra provided music, and a late supper by the ladies. A wedding presentation was made to President P. W. Brownhill by G. W. Davies, who introduced Mr. Taylor the Pateman, and the recipient expressed thanks for the kind thoughts.
The Wellington Cycle Club hosted weekend races with strong fields and fast times. P Ryan won the venmille from his brother Lan with a 7.1 time. the junior race saw Yeovine first at 1.60, Ryan second, Marding third. Handicap entries announced for next week's Mol road event include Jones Daley Ashworth Worrall Hisencun Hildred McAlister McMahon L Ryan J aban B Ryan T Ryan J Smith Aaron among others.
G A L Wilson and MJnA received a letter from the Minister for Education stating that after reviewing a report on the Ponto public school, painting and repairs will proceed. Work will be carried out at the earliest opportunity by the local Departmental day labour staff.
Alexander Beckman of Curl Curl nearly drowned yesterday after being washed from rocks at Cap Curl. He was dumped onto a rock ledge by a receding wave and rescued with difficulty by lifeguards. Taken to hospital, he suffered a fractured toe and multiple abrasions.
A local furniture showroom advertises a wide range of sensible gifts and home furnishings at moderate prices. Items include cushions bedspreads shades lamps rugs chairs tables and pedestals with a focus on value and seasonal offers. Special values and traded in items are highlighted with first-come discounts and an example Xmas box priced at 27/10.
The annual report by Dr Morrin and Mrby Wul ture will show the 1933 maternal death rate at 4.1 per 1000 births, slightly below the ten year average. Excluding deaths from heel operations, 21 deaths occurred during the year, with higher counts in earlier years. Most deaths were due to Megaanere ton illnesses, striking married seamen who were mothers of families.
Readers are urged to consult the printed page for the Monugoh announcement. The notice appears in the newspaper and invites attention to forthcoming details about the event.
The Melbourne T and G Mutual Life Society held its annual meeting detailing a record year. Managing Director J T Thompoon presided as the chairman announced a 21 001 392 increase in new business, premium income 24 172 784, and total outgoings with strong government and local loan investment. Surplus stood at 720 071 with bonuses and benefits. reserves were boosted by transfers to contingency funds. The board praised policy holders and staff for solid conditions and loyalty.
The Wellington Post Office holiday arrangements: December 25 closes at 5 p.m. on Dec 24. Boxing Day hours 9 to 10 a.m. for most services. naval delivery by postmen. Sydney mail closes 10 a.m. Country mails close usual. street posting boxes cleared after 9:30 a.m. New Year’s Day opens at 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. for all but money orders and savings bank. no deliveries to or from ships. Sydney war mail reduced to 9 a.m. and country mails close as usual. street boxes close after 5:40 a.m.
The weekend brought unusual heat followed by a near miss from a severe storm. Hot humid days gave way to a thunderstorm with high winds and significant damage. Western towns Rathurst and Grange reported stormy conditions with wind reaching hurricane strength.
A December 1 gathering in Ponto hosted by the Puron's and Citisene' Association featured a children’s fancy dress and a Christmas tree. Prizes announced included several named entrants. the Paramount orchestra from Amherville performed, and balloons and sweets were distributed.
The Wellington Municipal Council is urged to act at once to advance major water and irrigation projects. Critics say focus on potholes and patches delays progress, and a bold push led by J. M. Whiteley could secure government money at cheap rates. Proposals include Burrendong dam, Macquarie supply, and using the Ball River valley to boost irrigation near Wellington.
F Boonioon, noted watchmaker and Fla. craftsman, pursued practical skills in horology, examining timepieces and refining mechanisms to advance accuracy and reliability in domestic and professional settings.
A dated report from the show ground notes a start delayed by rain and describes volunteers and workers performing tasks with crowbars shovels and water—standing out among the crowd are A Sutton L Lyons Armstrong and several local helpers who contributed to the afternoon work despite poor attendance and nuisance.
The Garryowne race meeting, set for the end of the month, closes entries at the official time. A large number of horses are expected, with good racing anticipated. The club provides a grand stand, publican’s booth, refreshment booth, bookmakers, and tote operations for patrons and punters at Sydney races between rival events.
McConnell discusses the Commission of Enquiry’s key recommendations on global trade and currency policy. It urges eliminating high barriers to competitive imports, pledging not to alter gold prices, and exposing reforms to revive world exports. The piece links US policy to Australia and the wider Empire, noting tension with currency manipulation and the Ottawa and World Economic Conferences.
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