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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 19, 1925
Page
3
Lee Street Wellington Mayone 81 Nay 02 night details remain unclear in fragmented OCR text.
Schute Bell and Co reports that mid December values were largely maintained on resumption of sales last week with 76 percent of the predicted level achieved. Opening sale Monday showed strong competition, medium to good quality wools performing exceptionally well, including rearward crossbreds and related sorts amid an animated market.
A detailed 1925 program outlines novice and neurea handicaps, flying and square gated events with start times from 2 pm to 5.35 pm. Horses must meet mile and 2 1/2 mile records, be unhoppled, and pass committee approval. Entry fees range from 10 to 60 shillings, with conditions under New South Wales Trotting Club rules and approvals. The document specifies distances, handicaps, and eligibility, plus instructions to obtain horse name approvals and entry deadlines.
The report notes varied wool values and buyer behavior in December. It cites American demand as a temporary influence and urges owners of super quality to hold for stronger prices. It highlights sterling strength and wartime shipping effects, with next sales set for late January and late March featuring thousands of lots.
Last week's sales opened the secondary selling season with modest demand and prices below pre Christmas levels for super wool. Tuesday's auction showed more orders from overseas for execution and a very attractive catalogue. A firmer trend was seen overall except super wools to America. Lambs wool and combing wools remained in high demand with prices well maintained. Total offerings reached 5,806 bales with 5,013 bales disposed of since the December sale.
Winchcombe Carson reports a drop of 6 to 7 percent in super wool rates as December demand wanes. Restricted US bidding and French cautiousness curb competition while external markets show mixed signals. A stronger US dollar, with the pound near parity, raises costs for Australian wool buyers and pressures prices further.
At the police court the District Coroner opened inquiries into the deaths of Stanley N. Pigott and an infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fletcher. Evidence showed possible strychnine presence in Pigott's room but a postmortem and analyst report found no poisoning. death attributed to heart failure from acute alcoholic poisoning. The infant's death followed convulsions after a illness, with no poisonous substances detected. cause listed as complications after convulsions.
A woman fainted after giving birth, was taken to Dr Sav age's surgery then to a hospital where she died soon after. The baby was found very cold on arrival. Sergt Slouchar testified to seeing the deceased at the hospital and notifying the Coroner, who ordered a post mortem. The inquest concluded death from natural causes.
Alderman George Stewart roared at the Times at a Thursday council session criticizing civic leaders. He disputed the minutes noting a lack of quorum at the prior meeting and defended his attendance, claiming he was late only because he arrived ten minutes before nine. He accused the Times of dirty reporting and pledged to resign only if others could show better attendance.
The exchange centers on Aldermen Stewart and another member not attending a council meeting and the mayor’s defense. The mayor says the prose may critique actions and aldermen may reply, the council could start at six if there is a quorum, and Deputy Mayor may chair otherwise. Stewart vows vengeance on the reporter if named.
Large attendance at Friday meeting to organize the annual Wellington Carnival to be staged Monday at the new Municipal Baths Bell Park. C Stewart and G Tighe expected, Western District Association formation discussed, band to play, cricket dance and Soldiers Club hospitality planned, admission 1d for children 6d for adults, diving tower debated, badges ordered, working bee called, Bathurst rivals anticipated.
Dubbo Orange Kandos Mudges Portland and other centres prepare for a high level pool meet with keen rivalries as new clubs form in the west. Bathurst and Wellington lead teams chasing the trophy while Wallington merchants back prizes signaling strong local interest. William Tilden, world tennis champion, retires to enter moviemaking and signs for his first film.
Abel Wilkins and partners have received instructions to sell on Wednesday January 1st at 2 30 pm sharp at Gobolion s a large quantity of machinery harness horwus cattle etc Everything is in good order and buyers can attend with every confidence.
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