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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 09, 1908
Page
4
Residents confront an enteric fever outbreak as four Gonstie deaths are reported. Officials blame poor water supply and call for boiling water while rainfall fails to alleviate conditions. Typhoid and dysentery cases rise. municipal council considers a temporary water scheme despite limited rain.
Local items note visits by Mr A Basser the renowned optician, and Mr Bulmer at the Royal Hotel. A meeting of the School of Arts Committee ordered 40 new novels for the library. Wellington Police Court sees Charles Burns charged with neglecting four children. Widespread movements include postal and railway notices, church events, and local business updates.
A garbled OCR text outlines a flood and weather episode with references to a railway bridge at Mosare and multiple towns. It mentions a fire at Minday, a collapse near the Australian Hotel, and a large financial estimate. Details of water, rainfall, and temporary water supply plans follow with council actions and a proposed purchase of a water plant for about £160.
Fragment appears to discuss wheat prospects and price expectations amid unclear proposals. It mentions a potential rise in prices, uncertain supply, and hopes for a favorable market, with references to speculation and tentative forecasts. The readable text hints at general trade concerns without concrete actions or dates.
The Wuckinbah estate outlines a sale near Yuval and Hon with wheat and wool farming value. The estate includes buildings and furniture, with proceeds to Nau rniungan and a balance due by Mauger. A sale date and payment terms are described in uncertain language.
Walter Trogon, aged 8, long resident in Wellington, died after typhoid fever. Details describe his illness days and funeral rituals, with burial in Wallpyton cemetery in Presbyterian section, officiated by Revd Brown and attended by Mr Gr. Shakespunt and family.
A spirited Stuart Town horse racing day drew a bright crowd despite rough weather. Local jockeys Swanson and Leonard led several wins with strong betting. Holbrook Olive, J. McKay and Armstrong's Valkyrie notable in key sprints and the J.C. Handicap.
Local council and residents dispute a private landholder’s fence blocking a road used by the public near Spionr’s Creek. Letters show council refusals to move the fence, citing inconvenience but upholding an earlier decision, while landowners pressure for access and safety concerns on a surveyed route through private property.
A local Wellington gathering, led by Mayor Alderman Madexon and council members Rose, Laranse, and Howdrie, explored urgent water supply measures. Engineers from T. J. Rubinson and Co presented a proposed pump setup delivering about 4160 gallons daily, aiming to expand storage and ensure reliable flow for town needs.
fragmented OCR text describes an oil herb adventure involving Mh and Nalocernene and Aldiné cousin Try, mentioning a Magive returnary and Alderrmon gathering to inaugurate a pump.
The Ninarmearay of the foromone Shiny Canovid seas held at Goseiy in Sonvday, with family attendance, discussed appointments, surveys, and the approval of a surveyor’s report. Officials noted ongoing works, sanitary matters, and crown land alterations while praising council efforts and planning for upcoming public works.
Abstracted wire report from CPi and other sources with brief, unnamed items. Readable fragments cover events, locations, and dates without coherent narrative or identifiable individuals.
Fragmented OCR reads claim a major disruption in coal supply linked to a federation and notable figures. It mentions plague like events near Brivbiagny and the Bruns Anythay area with damaged loops and shipments affecting Sydney and New Zealand.
Fragmentary OCR note lists Gamptil Jackson as manager at a station in Urerthwarty Lathietings. Mentions a ferry and place names with unclear spellings. Readable facts show a person and a location with activity but details are garbled.
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Wires report southerly winds and cold, with forecasts of frost. A London thaw sparks traffic injuries as crowds heed warnings. Pedestrians are hurt by falls, and Berlin riots ripple into Britain as labor strikes widen. Alfred Laurens faces a £200 bail in a lodge property case.
The twoal competitions in combination with the Howling Club have been arranged for January. Competitors must arrange matches themselves within the period allowed and notify the hours. If not present on time, the opponent may claim victory. The committee may decide on disputes. Entry fees are payable. The single elimination tournament runs for 21 days, starting late January, with matches across multiple venues and players listed with names and dates.
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