Christmas Tree celebrations praised in Memorial Hall
EUCHAREENA A SMART shower visited us last Friday with light rainfall. The Christmas Tree celebrations were held in Memorial Hall on the 18th instant with a crowded hall. Dr. Fitzsimons led the Parents and Citizens Association. Over 100 children received presents and Santa Claus greeted many. Each child got a bag of nuts and sweets and refreshments prepared by village residents. Adults enjoyed dancing until midnight. A farewell tea was given to Mr. and Mrs. Alf Moxon, with gifts from local residents. Mr. W. Richardson presented the tokens. First aid was provided as Mr. Sloane cut wood and sustained a minor injury. The patient is reported to be recovering well. A large influx of wheat is arriving by rail from farms in the district.
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Memorial Hall
Parents and Citizens’ Association
Dr. Fitzsimons
Sante Claws
Sind Gil
Alf Moxon
W. Richardton
Wna
H. Taylon Rhildeen
Montefiores
Nisraemy
Taylor
Cates
Yaiaun
Ehoe
Appaance
Yommaters Rerestad
Aliky
Jy Sandry
Velit Dubbo
RH Sevrrah
Sydney
Tholislayinge
Gites
Mra
Montaromery
W. Ley
T Dives
Trent
A. Howard
Nels Bows
Bob Gardall
Percy Gardall
Jay
Put Des. C. Gofiat
L. Blackman
Mento Fn
Wr Lake
Atagf
Femderd
Man Claude Warton Fined for Indecent Language in Gymar on Park
Claude Warton, a coloured man, was fined £3 for indecent language at Gymar on Park on Saturday, with four days in default. He also faced a £1 fine, in default two days, for resisting police in the execution of their duty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Claude Warton
Gymaron Park
Bodangora Gold Strike And Local Notes From Glenrock
In Bodangora a revived gold strike at the old mine near Glen Mitchell yields promising assay results with gold and silver per ton, amid expectations of richer ore ahead. Local news mentions Mr Bond’s restoration efforts, Mrs Honeyman’s hospital visit, family plans for Christmas, and government interest in an aerodrome at Glenrock, with Mitchell securing a large license.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eno
Guy
Wellington
Tov
Sssay
Smain Reef
Z. Cowell
Gwabeear
Mie
N. Honeyman
Wellington Hospital
Glen Mitchell
Wellington Store Sees Eight Year Savings Publicized
The notice thanks Wellington and district friends for supporting price reductions. It asserts continued patronage and highlights a table showing large savings over the last eight years, claiming the store’s drive to lower prices has benefited customers in the West.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wellington
West
Geurie Notes Share Holiday Cheer and Club News
The Geurie community reports a busy period with a second meeting of the Royal Hotel Swimming Club on December 18 attended by about 20 members. Details include dressing shed tenders, diving bow quotes, site planning, and thanks to Mr. Neville. Santa Claus visited Union Church grounds, with a tree, gifts for about 70 children, and a festive tea. The Grey gearie Country Women's Association event, a Toy Drive at Bildtoys Memorial Hall, and warnings about snakes along the river banks were also noted.
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Jean
Royal Hotel
Gaurje
Uessul
D. Dowd
Vlsu
Alte
Neville
Santa Claus
Union
Georie
Santa
Tia Jong
Christman
Gearie Bunch
Country Women's Amoolation
Bildtoys’ Memorial
Geurie
Wellington
Wongarron
Banka
Wellington Tin Founders and Local Notices In 1901
A reader seeks information on Mr and Mrs Lewis who once ran a store near Neuren. A writer notes M D O Hatto founded Wellington Tin works in 2001 and reflects on forty four years of contributing to the paper. The piece mentions civic figures and local events including weddings and Christmas celebrations in Wellington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wellington
W. ‘Ty
Whiteley
Tribbo
Burrendont Weir
Pitts
Christmas at Farnham and village notes from 1986
The week’s weather held typical simmer heat with cool nights followed by a hopeful note of rain. Farnham saw a large gathering for a Christmas tree event at Mrs Nichols’s home and a cricket team trip to Buchareend yielding a coveted cup. Community efforts repaired the cemetery fence and cleaned up. Mr Bayes’s transfer to Dubbo prompted regret from all.
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Farsham
Santy
Farnham
Mires Nichols
Buchareend
Bayes
Dubbo
Thorstly
Hur
Jemes Gameron
West-End
Atention
Gordon Edwards
Grange
Francie
Clarkie. Edwards
Psykas Hospital
Times
Yeaders
Wheat Crops Shine Despite Weather In Our District
Baker's Swamp reports a week of forward harvests with yields surpassing expectations. Bayliss and Spargo families reap ten bags per acre in pining paddocks, signaling strong wheat despite poor conditions. Mrs Spargo improves in health. Schord school closes for Christmas. Doreey's concert pleases pupils and crowd. End-year wishes to Wellington Times readers.
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Ane Weither
Metsta J Bayliss
Re Spargo
Wellington
Times
Harvest in Bournewood Shows Strong Yields Across District
The Bournewood harvest week brings one of the best yields with early and second growth crops ripening after recent rains. Farmers report fine yields across the district with hogs and cattle showing steady prices. rubber stamp orders indicate widespread activity and demand for applications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mes
Narrow Escape At Harvesting Farm Fire
A lorry driver delivering wheat from Mr Giddings' property at Wilday tasted reports a wheat silo gate fire caused by friction on an iron part sparing damage to paint and wood. Residents prepare for holidays as Mr W S Ting departs after years in the city, leaving a void in Wellington society.
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Giddings
Wilday Tast
Atfair
W. 5
Ting
Wellington
Murray Family News and Local Notices from Wongareon
The page shares well wishings for HL A Murray returning from Dubbo and mentions Miss Murray, Mr HA Minchly, and friends in Sydney. It notes births, weddings, and holiday travels of local residents, plus ambulance balance details, school admissions, and high school passes. Local sports winners and farming updates finish the column.
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HL A. Murray
Dubbs
Ripon
Panamula
Hi, Paix
He Brayior
Sydney
All Center
Mise Reilly
Ioea Publin
Ornge
Friends of
Nis
Horak Wood
Havolden
Buiter
Chrisluis
Wykes Recovering After Hospital Operation
Mrs. Hayy Wykes of Coolah was seriously ill during the work and hail to be removed to a private hospital in Wellington, where she was operated on and at time of writing was recovering well. Mr. Janes Wykcox of Sige Rocky owns a new Chevrolet sedan and the note closes with season’s greetings and best wishes.
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Hayy Wykes
Coolah
Wan Wien
Wellington
Janes Wykcox
Sige Rocky
Gollan Xmas Tree Events Busy Holiday Season
Xmas tree preparations and harvest progress described with farmers finishing early and others by Christmas. The Parents and Citizens Association Xmas tree event at Blume last week drew a good turnout with children receiving vines. Gollan CWA hosts a tree event on December 21 at the Gollan Hall, with an energetic committee aiming for a successful occasion drawing parents, Brandy, and children. Gollan cricketers tied with Dubbo on the Gollan ground in a crowded match, while Mrs Bachelor of Barradine visits Han View.
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Blume
Gollan Cwa
Gollan Aall
Briandy
Salk
Gollan
Dubbo
Gollan Ground
Bachelor
Barradine
Burre ndong Nic Nac Tea Weather and Wedding Notes
Weather across Fashion's Mount River View and Pine Park produced heavy showers with 98 poles and 40 points rainfall. A wedding celebration for Miss May Goninan and Mr. Denice son drew a large crowd and gifts. This week included school holidays and a local rabbit grazing incident near Outey Creek ending with mislaid parcels left for recovery.
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Fashion
Rive View
Pine Park
Seaultine
River View
Bursendong Font
Mie
Ton
Goninan
A. Goninda
Oakey Creal
Poioy
Denice Son
Kemp
Sydney
Mesara
Bill
Bol
Wright
Gunyah
Mount
Montefiore Xmas Party Brings Cheer to Local Children
A Montefiore Xmas party organized by Mr and Mrs H Taylor rhildeen delighted children with a festive tree, gifts, and a scheduled performance by the community group. Parents and guests, including Mrs Sydney and Mrs Montgomery, joined in the holiday spirit as youngsters enjoyed treats, carols, and a visit from Santa Claus.
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Bodangora
Sultanas Haq
Walingun Cash & Carry Stores
A ‘ Wwilkins
Stuart Town
Ximids
Baker's Swamp
Bournewood
Arthurville
Wongareon
Burrendong
Outey Creek
Red Hill
Xmas Party For
Childr
E.s.astridge
Maughan St
P.O
F. T. Henness
Land, Stock & Genera Commission
Insurance Office of Australis
Norwich Union Insurances
P.O. Box
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