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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 18, 1941
Page
2
Fire broke out Sunday morning in a local barber's saloo n causing smoke and flames from the billiard room. Firefighters and quick action with water buckets prevented greater damage as doors had to be broken to gain entry. fittings and furniture suffered, while the wall between rooms was burned. The blaze was contained before spreading to adjoining structures.
A function in the Air Force Queen event attracted strong turnout. Winners included V. Ryanang and K. Kl. Nist in the main division, with O'Halloran prominent in the ladies section.
Last week a resident visited Or . Mra. Merriman of Cum nock returns home this week after visiting relatives. A visitor to eves plans to return to Mrs. Atkinson of Manik with her son in law and daughter Mr. and Mrs. Howarth. Gusmings, of , 1s, is cited among those traveling.
An euchre party and dance at the Australian Hall Yeoval, organized by Misses Kennedy, raised funds for Prisoners of War Day. Prizes were won by Mrs L Berney and others. Red Cross appeal total reached £47 10s with stalls adding over £13 10s. Cooking winner was Mrs L Munro. Miss Grimes won a Christmas cake.
Yeoval sweltered as temperatures hit 106 degrees on Monday. Tuesday brought cooler conditions and a possible rain chance, offering relief after the hot spell.
On the 10th instant Miss Beryl Job hosted a large gathering at her Yullun dry home with proceeds going to the Navy Queen’s funds. The following night Mr. and Mrs. E Simcoe hosted a dance meeting drawing a large crowd and contributing further to the queen’s votes.
Unclear results show votes tallied for a competition tied to Queen Lynch and Miss Strahorn with figures around nine thousand two hundred. Details are fragmented and exact winners unclear.
Union Church Sunday School held its Christmas tree event last Wednesday drawing many parents and children. The youngsters again donated funds rather than gifts, aiding Wellington Mission Station and Far West Health Home with sewn clothes by the children. A parcel of thirty articles adorned the tree as all children received a small gift.
At the Yeoval Bush Nursing Hospital monthly meeting the board noted a sound financial position with receipts including donations and pensions. Attendance included Drs A G Telford J Kelly R Job C Bowling P Blatch S S Hest B S Bruckhawer secretary and Dr Cramp. apologies from A J Thomas H J Wykes and C ea fed ea Sister Clark was on holiday. Remaining patients and admissions were summarized with totals from the last report and current counts. Donations included several small sums and miscellaneous expenditures were itemized. The balance carried forward was 12/3/9.
Women praise Charmosan cosmetics as ideal gifts for Christmas. The article offers Creme and Creme tubes, creams, and other items with price hints, noting popular availability at chemists, stores, and chain outlets.
A notice states that any person trespassing on Katella will face action by Spencer Maddars. Signed February 26, 1937.
A fragment notes an afternoon tea with a dainty spread and plentiful gift flake for the children, suggesting a pleasant social gathering and family-friendly treats.
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