Vegetable Growers Tout Rabbits as Threat and Boxthorn Burr Menace
A Wellington area meeting debated rabbit infestation and boxthorn burr described as a serious threat to vegetable production. Officials pledged a review by the Minister, requested an immediate area inspection, and urged the Shire Council to eradicate boxthorn burr. Growers reported high costs for netting and losses if rabbits persist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weir
Fromers
Weil
Tayer
Tispector
Toyer
M. Toyer
Mr. Toyer
a'Beckett
Wellington
Tyacke
Close Fight in Premiership Cricket Sparks Title Scramble
The minor premiership battle in Sunday cricket involves Yeoval RSL and Centrals in a tight race. Yeoval leads REL by four points with Centrals a further four behind, while Stuart Town and Shamrocks chase fourth place as several recent setbacks narrow the gap. The current standings show Yeoval 100, RSL 98, Centrals 9, Stuart Town 7, Shamrocks 12, and other clubs including Dyipstens 2, Arthurville 60, and Mumbil 2. Upcoming weekend draws set key matchups, with Arthurville v Mumbil at Arthurville and Stuart Town SLS at Stuart Town among the highlights.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yeoval
RSL
Centrals
REL
Centrale
Stuart Town
Shamrocks
Spe
Suart Town Ghd
Innines
Alecession
Attee
HSL
Steart Town
Dyipstens
Arthurville
Mumibul
Achurville
Mumbil
Dripstone
Dempstone
Gentrals
Baptist Wallaroost
Beal
Wellington
Montefiore St
Rovers
Market Square
Arthur
J. Moore
A. Sheridan
PF. Fung
L. Rich
R. Hansford
B. Nailis
R. Praser
W. Parkes
Winwood
L. Lawrence
B. Garedell
Pultem
Rsls
P. Stvard
F. Stanford
Btsuford
L. Meeth
D. Jones
R. Sherine
W. Priest
Con Glare
L. Pore
F. Prapple
W. Hannelly
Sherving
T. Foxall
Lent Sermon at S Jann the Baptist Church
H Graham will speak on Lent observing Jonah 3 6 and the Ninevah king. The sermon will be printed in next Monday's Times with a summary of the address.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. Jann
Baptist
Fey. H. Graham
Ninevas
Local Council Votes to Eradicate Boxthorn Burr
The meeting saw Mr. Sole amend his motion to have Shine destroy all boxthorn burrs on council land, with landholders notified to eradicate the burr on their properties. The motion was unanimously adopted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toyer
Mr. Sole
Record Crowd at Tennis Exhibition
A crowd of over 700 attended the Town Courts exhibition tennis matches on Tuesday night. Exhibitors included Jee Bromwich, Geoff Bronis, M. Hawfood, and Miss Joyse Fitch. Bromwich beat Brown 6-1 6-3 in the men’s singles. mixed doubles provided the night’s best tennis. The event aimed to benefit Chob and drew praise for pace and rallies despite umpiring flaws.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tennre
Jee Bromwien
Geoff Bronis
M. Hawfood
Miss Joyer
Generis
Chile
G. Cameron
Barry Ling
Joyse Fitch
Hawton
Fitch
Bromwich
Brown
Alfour
ER. Mouton
Tomato crop sprayed from air in Wellington district
In Wellington district, the first air spraying of tomato crops using DDT emulsion was conducted by Agricultural Aids and the aircraft operator. Ten acres were treated this morning at a cost of 36 shillings per acre plus a £25 plane charge from Temworth. Mr Tyacke noted a successful demonstration last year on his property.
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Wellington
Aigricultire Aldimes
Tiger Math
Tyacke
Unusual Accident Near Apsley Injures Two Men
Two Mumbai construction workers, N. R. Phillips and C. Chalker, were minorly injured when a car bumped into them while seated by the roadside at Apsley on Saturday. The driver fled the scene. Phillips was initially believed to have a stomach injury but was discharged after treatment. Chalker had abrasions to the arms and back and also left the hospital after treatment. Ambulance officers transported both to the District Hospital. Police have not yet identified the car driver.
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Mumbai
Tie Road
Apsley
N. R. Phillips
Chalker
Phillips
Wellington
Chater
Hospital Board Meeting and Property Sale Report
The Wellington District Hospital Board met Tuesday night to hear that a Warne Street property was bought by the board for £2,200 from George Wilkins funding new equipment. New member F C Thomas was welcomed as G Solomon’s replacement, and staff shortages, especially nursing, were noted with 27 of 43 positions filled.
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Warne Street
Wellington District Hospital Board
George Wilkims
T. &, Ayling
Tate
Murdoch
McLend
Ayling
Hoard
F.C. ‘Thomas
G. Solomon
Thomas
W. H Young
Record Prices and Full Clearance at Wellington Stock Sale
The Wellington stock sale reported record prices and complete clearance for 22,0 sheep and 479 cattle, with actual sheep sold at 22,693 and quality generally good. Merino and Grassbred lines dominated, prices ranged with Merino wethers from £9/1 to 80/. cattle yarded chiefly young cows with calves at foot and overall fair to good condition.
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Wellington
Wellington cyclist Daley set for Australian Championship voyage
A crowd gathered at Mr and Mrs Gersbachs residence in Arthur Street to farewell Georgy Daley of Wellington as he heads to Hobart Tasmania to represent New South Wales in the Australian Cycling Championship events. Subscriptions totaling 85 pounds were raised, with Mrs Gersbach offering extra funds if needed, as Daley departs Sydney tomorrow with backing from local clubs and supporters.
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Gersbach
Arthur Street
Wellington
Georgy Daley
Nim
Tasmania
Daley
New South Wales
Sydney
Hobart
Imr
Les Lay
A Connell
Bert Naveau
Dubio
George ‘S
Eve
Mr. Navena
Missie J. Raden
Oster
Moore
J. Ryan
C. Johnson
J. Hyegert
W. Musgrave
E. Elgar
Wilson
L. Corby
J. Warren
Dubbo
The Paradine Case At Macquarie Theatre This Saturday
The Paradine Case film project opens at Macquarie Theatre Saturday featuring seven leading artists. Gregory Peck leads as romantic star, with Ann Todd and Charles Coburn among the notable cast, joined by Ethel Barrymore and Louis Jourdan in key roles.
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Macquarie
Gregory Peek
Ann Todd
J. Arthur Rank
England
Charles Laushter
Charles Coburn
Eid
Ethel Barrymore
Lan G. Carr
Louis Jourdst
Valli
Broweht
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Molong
Cole
PP Board
Boxthorn Burr
Mr. Cole
Thom Burr
Mr Cole
Shireares
Mir. Cole
Tover
G. Giffin
W. Mow Fann
Queensland
Ole
MeryWethers
Mer
Wethers
Gmed
Weaners
Lnte
Western
Star Cyclist
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