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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 29, 1927
Page
12
Two boys aged 14 and 11 allegedly broke into several business places on Monday, causing damage and disturbances during the holiday period. Police note an unusually quiet spell otherwise, with reports of additional break ins spreading concern.
Two boys were cornered after breaking into multiple premises on Maug Street and nearby workshops. They stole goods valued around £5 and tried to force access at Kiteh and Son and Kennan Brothers. The elder lad admitted reading gory books of the Dead. The pair await Children's Court action.
Xmas Eve in Wellington drew thousands into crowded streets from Maughan Street to Lee Street. Shoppers filled shops with strong trade while vehicles lined main routes. Police reported smooth crowds and few incidents amid high wealth indicators and orderly revelry.
The weekly point scores at the baths drew many spectators as both Ladies and Men clubs staged events. Jean Smith won the 50 yard ladies race in 41 seconds with Ida Smith posting the fastest 37 seconds. Sam Downey led the 200 yard men’s race to victory in 2 minutes, while H Sherringham swam 2 minutes 44 seconds, close to the club record. Local fundraising efforts aim to finance baths costing about £5000, with nearby Singleton opening soon and a reformed Dubbo Swimming Club planned.
Water polo joins the Wellington swimming carnival lineup with strong public interest. Referees include Mr. Poole and Mr. Mistrave. Blacks team features Sherringham Brownhill Browne Hood Pitt while Whites list Downey Kennedy Stephens Wilkins Neil Graham and others.
The Wool market shows a near standstill with private sales of passed in lots and satisfactory advances on suction bids. Albury sales on December 20 attracted strong buyer turnout and full clearances at Sydney prices. Trading resumes January 4 with a catalogue of 8,206 bales and additional sales planned on January 10, 19, and 31.
Associated Press reports Finland, the smallest dry country, faces a large smuggling problem. Illicit liquor circulates via fishing boats and is moved inland. Drinks appear in teacups at restaurants and alcohol is sold in photo shops as developer. Drugstores sell medicine deliveries to homes. A London Daily Telegraph correspondent notes about 10 million gallons of industrial alcohol entered bootleg channels last year, per Alcohol Advisory Council declarations.
The New South Wales Chamber of Agriculture argues for agricultural training via correspondence. It cites the University of California College of Agriculture offering 48 courses and NSW Sydney Technical College programs linked to Hawkesbury. enrollment shows benefits beyond hands-on teaching, aiding farmers to apply tested methods to local conditions.
The Swimming Club will hold a carnival at the baths on Monday after noon and evening to aid the independent water supply. The club backs the project with a heavy financial commitment until June next, urging public support as a worthy cause. A 10 man Randwick team will join the events and a team race against Wellington, aiming to avenge a prior loss.
A Wellington Times reader replies to a letter from Arthurville ambulance class secretary. He notes ambulance classes have long been held in country towns and districts, not just in the metropolitan area, and congratulates Arthurville on their splended efforts despite difficulties. He hopes for continued local ambulance work and success in the future.
Local cricket quiet during the holidays with Wellington to face Kapowra at the show ground wicket on New Year’s Day. NSW Sheffield team suffers third Sheffield Shield loss this season to Victoria by 222 runs.SA defeats Queensland by eight wickets. NSW bats poorly in the second innings. NSW also beat Tasmania by 105 runs at the Sydney Cricket Ground with Steele scoring 38 and 111. Combined Banks and Carltons to play Yeoval on Sunday at 10.30. Wellington selection to face Eugowra on Monday at 10.80 am includes Bloomfield, Wall, and Barnett among others.
Members of the Wellington Bowling Club played Monday and Tuesday on the green with singles and doubles handicaps. The singles winner was T. G Adlington. Doubles victors were J. H. Truman and T. Frost. A strong turnout and close play marked the two days.
Preliminary notice that R J Graham Auctioneer Geurie will hold a clearing out sale on account of Mr W Wearing at Woodhurst Ponto near Geurie on Wednesday January 18. Full particulars to follow.
The Neurea Bridge on the Main Western Road has been opened to traffic after a lengthy build to replace the 1926 Bell River wooden span washed away in flood. Weight tests passed and fencing will follow. officials expect an official opening once earthwork sets and the approach fences are completed.
J. E. Bliss commenced business at the corner of Maxwell and Thornton Streets. The store stocks groceries vegetables fruit confectionery and cool drinks. The proprietor promises cleanliness civility and attentive service to the public.
Parkes auctioneers Boyd & Clark and Chisholm & Co announce public sale of Dr. W H Boazman estate. Thoroughbred blood mares and ponies listed including Clare D imp. Sybarita dam of the Dancer and Ellen Stalker with foals. Horses have raced or will race. sale January 7 at 2.30 pm delivered town. Cash with order.
Yeoval sale conducted by LEO F MILLER and W T HOPPER in conjunction with E W SPARKES Esq to auction Broadwater Yeoval Wednesday January 1 1928. Stock includes draught mares and horseflesh cattle sheep machinery appliances and extensive farm and household gear with many named animals and implements detailed. Auctioneers note SPARKES selling up and leaving district and invite confident attendance.
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