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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 30, 1909
Page
7
A fragmented report notes a brief review of the district and a fire incident. Observers mention local fire brigade members at the scene doing good work, with two or three appearing tired. The timing suggests the event could have caused more damage if it occurred later when people were elsewhere.
From our own Correspondent Harvesting in full swing with mixed yields. Farmers report two to five bag crops, grass abundant but wilting from heat. Stock in good condition though flies affect horses. Health generally good with only minor illnesses. overall district appears healthy and prosperous.
From our own Correspondent this piece reflects on the past year at Spicer's Creek noting mixed fortunes for farmers and stock. It highlights late rains improving crops and wool prices, warns of past drought impacts, praises farmers' resilience, and calls for continued effort and improved conditions in the new year.
In a Christmas update the correspondent notes a very successful farming year with excellent wheat yields and rising flocks, despite hail damage to one crop. Stock movements were brisk, wool and sheep prices strong, and new local improvements include a hotel, homes, and orchard plantings. Mining activity yielded limited success but kept prospectors interested.
From our own Correspondent the year ends with strong signals of progress for Geurie. Describes good harvests, continued railway yard improvements, new official postal staff, and planned revenue for the town. Highlights include the Beachbing Flat Bridge nearing completion, rising local commerce, hotels thriving, and storefronts like Wallington Co operative and Commercial Stores prospering ahead of a busy Christmas season.
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