Mayor's Gas Tariffs Reconsideration Stalled For Three Months
Local government dispute centers on whether a notice of motion to rescind the gas tariffs was properly lodged. Alderman Marshman asserts the motion lacked timely and complete filing, while Aldermen Whiteley and others debate the mayoral ruling delaying reconsideration. The issue hinges on council rules requiring three signatures and written notice to pause implementation until a rescission is heard, with Thursday night slated for debate.
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Bluett
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Marshman
Aldo Whiteley
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Soldiers Memorial Fund appeal gains early support
Mr. Paige told a Times reporter that he expects a generous response to the memorial fund appeal, which will close before the carnival. All donations will be acknowledged in the Times and are deductible from income tax.
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Times
Baby's charred body found on rail tracks near Lithgow
Police investigate after a slightly charred newborn was found between Hartley and Bell, five miles from Lithgow, last week. The infant, wrapped in a wheat bag located five yards from the body by a railway ganger, prompted inquiries into the incident on the mail train route.
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Hartley
Bell
Lithgow
Car Thieves Busy Stolen Trucks Sighted in Wellington
A truck owned by Mr Ab Yoak of Wellington was stolen and found abandoned, the second vehicle taken in ten days. An Oldsmobile belonging to Mr J Gersbech, Wellington, was stolen on Saturday week ago and recovered abandoned on the Yeoval road the next day. Local police and Dubbo detectives are investigating.
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Wellington
J. Gersbech
Yeoval
Dubbo
Insecticide Fog Machine Demonstrated in Australia
A Todd Hopper menace fog applicator called Tifa demonstrated near Wellington by Dangar Gedye Malloch Ltd and Australian agents. It sprayed Chloradane and Benzene Hexachloride, killing hopper swarms and protecting celery crops. The field day drew many growers and officials to see the machine’s 50 foot spray width and 3 mph transport, urging government action against grasshoppers.
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R. Tyncke
Australia
British Empire
Dangar, Gedye
Malloch Ltd
Wellington and District
Department of Agriculture
Forbes
Bathurst
Cowra
Orange
Dubbo
Neale
Gas Tariffs Stir Wage Earners Protest in City
A wage earner and tenant of a government home protests a proposed 35 to 10 percent gas tariff rise. He notes higher bills and urges Aldermen to align increases with wage growth, urging broad consultation and fair rates for all ratepayers. Readers voice support for opposing the tariff hike and call for responsible municipal action.
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Govt
Wellington Musical Society aims to reform orchestra
The Wellington Musical Society Orchestra is re forming with strong momentum and prospects of concert performances within two months. Musicians are practicing regularly and suitable scores have been secured. The next orchestra practice is scheduled for Wednesday evening at 7 30 p.m. in the Catholic Youth Club Room on Percy Street.
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Wellington
Bonocoty
Catholic Youth Club
Percy ‘St
Comprehensive table compares old and new gas tariffs
The document argues the gas tariff increases are inequitable and will curb consumption. It criticizes the new scale for not rewarding higher usage and suggests domestic consumers face unfair burdens after investing in gas appliances. It urges Aldermen to review present costs and needs before endorsing the higher charges.
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