Old Wellington recollections from Geo to Robert Porter
Mr Geo ferter of Maerewether writes to brother Robert Porter of Wellington, fondly recalling the old town. He recalls the spots with bearded strangers, hunts, the gum tree bearing strangers’ names, and the convict bell that chimed the time. He remembers the slogan Church and the old white hat at Percy Street and mentions living near Jim Wells and hospital visits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo,ferter
Maerewether
Robert Porter
Wellington
Percy Street
Jim Wells
Wool Market Report From Global Centers
The wool market pauses for holidays with little business across centres. Sales resume January 3 with expectations for a strong open and wide buyer support. Key markets include Japan and Yorkshire, with Brisbane sales January 1 to 26 and Sydney January 6 reopenings. The article ends with holiday wishes for peace in Europe and better prospects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Schute
Hell
Bangery
Tumby
Japan
Yorkshire
Brisbane
Sydney
Europe
Wellington Swim Meet Delays Senior Event To Sunday
With baths emptied, only the junior 100 yards decided, Laurie Murray winning from B Smith and C Boehme in 5 seconds. Sunday's seniors race and springboard diving at noon, trials for Wellington Dubbo team Friday, John Meagher Cup at Forbes January 11. Nakama carnival plans set with civic reception, Hawaiian ball at Mayfair, admission 1/6, officials named for the carnival.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laurie Murray
B. Smith
C. Boeh_me
Akes
Wellington
Dubbo
Baths
Forbes
John Meagher
Nakama
Wellington Caves
Mayfair Theatre
F. J. Murray
N. Cummins
N. Broderlin
N. Willock
N. Gransden
WM. Sherringham
L. Lay
T. Sloane
J. Stephens
Tennis Club Holiday Visitor Night Recap and Mixed Doubles Soon
The club hosted holiday visitors and a Tuesday night free from events. A party night featured tennis ping pong and games with supper served by Mrs Den and Miss Count and Lynch. Community singing and leadership by Mr Knight boosted the evening into the early hours. a similar event is planned next Monday, with more ladies invited to assist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. den
T. Count
J. Lynch
Knight
Wedding of John Burns and Lila Battye at St John’s Church
A Boxing Day wedding at St John’s Church England joined John Patrick Thomas Burns and Lila Esther Battye in matrimony. The ceremony drew a large crowd, with detailed attire descriptions and a Hollywood Cafe reception. The couple will reside at Wellington and later Wul Long e.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. John's Church of England
K. D. Norman
John Patrick Thomas Burns
T. Burns
Wellington
Lila Esther Battye
Mire A. A. Battye
Numcheong
Alex. Burns
Hollywood Cafe
Wul_ Longe
Heat Wave Returns Strains Town Cools Slow Relief Fades
A second heat wave hits the town as temperatures rise from Saturday, bringing persistent drought conditions and uncomfortable conditions for residents. The piece notes previous relief was short lived and critics ongoing heat impact across the community.
Obituary notices from Yeoval and Wellington regions
Obituary notices report the sudden death of Alice Thirsta Knight at Yeoval on Christmas Eve at age 52. She leaves husband H Knight and children Kenneth Raymond Millie Jane Leea Mara Alice May Charles Henry. funeral held at Yeoval Church of England cemetery with Rev W Le G Peaty officiating. Also notes infant John Kenny died in Wellington Hospital on Christmas Day. funeral arrangements handled by C. Shakespeare and Sons. Includes a short, reflective verse fragment at end.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alice Knight
Alice Thirsta Knight
Yeoval
Yeowal
Orange
H. Knight
Kenneth Raymond
Millie Jane
Leea
Yeov_ val
Mara
Alice
May
Charles Henry
Church of England
Yeovol
W. le
G. Peaty
Messrs
Baby Kenny John Kenny
John Kenny
Wellington Distr
Pital
Mod
Mo J. Shakespeare
Christmas Services Gather Methodist Members
Christmas services were held last Sunday in town and country centres despite bad weather. Next Sunday January 1 Rev Gordon Wood preaches at Dripstone Wellington and Suntop has no service. Evening at Wellington features an anthem by the choir. Choir practice will be held tonight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gordon Wood
Dripstone
Wellington
Suntop
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Ursday
Akama
Wizard of
Honolulu
Macquarie
Shirley Temple
Shirley
Scimulleti Ng Stepper
George Murphs
Jimmy Durante
Phyllis Hrowks
Edna Mayliver
fAlmedom
Harry Lauder
Macquarie Theatre
Fred Astaire
Ginger Rogers
Berlin
Cme
RKO Radio
Aie
Ralph Bellamy
Miss Rogers
Astaire
Rockies
Gene Autry
Spencer Tracy
Joan Crawford
Gerouary
Deanna Durkin
HE Wool
Flw
Everett
Burns—Battye
Pregl
Rma
Tookington Hospital
Ah Sing
Wellingt
C. J. Shakespear
Gal —Ruskin
Methodist Church
Canthurtas
Alaso
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