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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 30, 1940
Page
2
A brief item from Gisborne Street notes wheat grading activity under way. The report mentions Owhereat grading and rust concerns affecting local cereals, with officials overseeing sample tests and quality checks.
The notice announces moving the January Horse Half event from Monday the fifth to Monday January twentieth. Entries are being received and clients are urged to book early. The location appears to be in a sale weatherboard cottage area with agency involvement noted.
A mixed page snippet from December 30 1940 details local notices in Wellington. It mentions cricket match notes between VSW and Queensland with Mayra scoring 148, a large livestock sale at Millie & Co on January 1, and radio and electrical ads. It also notes New Year parties, travel conditions, and plans for tropical weather precautions and commonwealth wheat scheme commentary.
Messy local notes report date changes for horse sales now set for Monday January 20 with entrants urged to hook wats. Weather yesterday marked by a heavy rainfall and visiting crowds at Wellington, plus notices of races and rationing affecting country meetings. A shark attack near Stockton Beach claimed one life while rescue efforts continued. Phone numbers and local names appear amid scattered details.
After spending the May holiday with their parents in Wellington, many members of the compulsory trainees return from camp. The trainees traveled by train this morning, where they were transferred to a troop which conveyed them to their destination. Most look forward to the ceremonial period of training amid a large crowd that gathered on the station to bid them farewell.
The Moreh of Tiny event at the Macquarie Theatre features two matinees in Wellington patrons, one on New Year’s Day and another on a Thursday. Shows start at 2:15 PM with two performances highlighted for the holiday period.
Dam. Roddy acts under Executive instructions to conduct a public auction for freehold land, sheep, and farm implements. The property lies over Blatheyy Creek bridge in Nonro, noted for productivity. Auction starts 3 pm Wednesday January Ath, with three lots offered to match neighbor plots.
The Christmas hamper for the School of Arts was won by Mrs. Botteril of Maxwell Street. The committee thanks numerous benefactors, including W. Mow Funn, T. Enderby, W. D. Tait, A. Fulton, and many others, for their generosity in aiding the cause.
Local jottins describe a scene at Mount sown where a scenic exhibit and attractions at Mount Arthur are highlighted. The work ended abruptly but the display remained effective, with visitors impressed by the panorama and the elevated park setting.
A chaotic fragment describes a death in Stuart with an ambulance, a returned soldier, and a community response. The illegible OCR obscures details but indicates a fatal incident and subsequent actions by responders and bystanders.
A fire destroyed a shed in the southern part of Che Wh attracting a large crowd. Firefighters battled the blaze on Modell Street near Way Dhe, with hydrants and hoses damaged. The shed belonged to Mr Money Hoery of Sydney. no injuries reported.
Fragmented OCR text discusses a site near Wellington with references to a cave and a public interest. It mentions a potential subsidy and a date inquiry linked to an Arthur land Magebon-Streedin area. The passage is garbled but indicates tourism, local sites, and a dated announcement.
A coastal wellin port reports Boxing Day amid extreme heat with winds shifting to the northwest. Forecasters note near gale conditions by evening, keeping temperatures warm yet uncomfortable. The week prior saw milder days before the sudden weather swing.
A reunion dinner was held Friday night at Court Hours Matel for present and past Wellington Rifle Club members. Attendees enjoyed a good meal and social time, with praise for Pat Roddy and other contributors who made the evening a success.
A cold southerly wind swept Wellington last night with gusts near storm force before easing in the early morning. Clouds thickened, temperatures dipped, and a slight change toward fair conditions is reported as the day breaks.
A garbled account recalls Christmas Day events at Prince Henry Hospital Sydney detailing patient operations, recoveries, and staff efforts. Mentions Mr and Mrs Ray Ward and friend Dawn Roddy with exam results, plus staff movements and hospital routines during the holiday.
The article notes Greek Red Cross branches in Australia organizing events and visiting Wellington and Mykon holiday gatherings. It mentions figures like Mr A Andrew and Menah Sweeney, with engagements and family notices surrounding Mrs Hazel Reid and Mrs Domelas Baird.
The report notes Fulton’s Motors Wiel continued strong motor vehicle sales after petrol rationing. New Chevrolet deliveries were reported to Maryvale Miss Pearson Walker Mr H. 2 Wik es of Baareiy nets and an Oldsmobile purchase. Deliveries included many used cars and delivery divers who spent the Sims holidays in Wellington.
Local obituary notes the death of Rev Father Emethaing aged about 54, a Wellington resident formerly from Springside. He was known for Catholic faith, long service to the parish, and was farewelled with a funeral at St Josaph's Church and Grange cemetery. The report lists surviving relatives, family and friends, and mentions community attendance and a presentation to colleagues.
The notice reports engagements and holiday greetings among Wellington families and friends. It lists Molly Sackeon and Howells engagement, mentions several weddings, anniversaries, and social visits, and notes hospital stays and travel plans. Names include Mr and Mrs Henning, Ported, Mr J Bats, and Mae Nel Masterson, with varied personal updates.
The Wellington district endured a wet year with 368 points in a single month and high rainfall totals. several showers persisted despite some clearing. The month saw record rain in April and September totals, while most of the rest of the year remained light. Morning cloud gave way to warmer conditions later, with a chance of further showers.
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