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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 13, 1925
Page
5
The record compiles parish and council discourse on local governance and public works. It notes unions, municipal bands, and public safety, praising Dubbo Progress Association for unity and impact while criticizing Wellington and Wallington residents for limited town involvement. It highlights calls for better public support and civic participation.
Frustrating weather led to postponements of Sat afternoon games including Waratahs at Goolma and local juniors. Dubbo narrowly defeated Blacks 12 to 10 at Junction Park as South Dubbo's Harris, Joesus scored, and Wel lington's Lynch added a try. Coonamble hires Chook Frager from Balmain. Fraser to coach rest of season earning £5 weekly.
Sporting notes recount a trainer’s misfortune with Tommy Tittlemownn and a fatality near Forbes. The piece covers Moorefield and Sydney racing aftermath, Grand National results, venue notes from Heming ton and Dundalk, and a claim that Caravel will be England bound for the Macquarry Stud. It mentions notable horses Brave Heart Wealth of Siord Dunure and My Dear, plus trainer Harry Taylor and connections.
The Wallington match between Wellington and Dubbo was postponed because freezing rain and heavy cold described as cold weather made play impossible. The game will be rescheduled for a later date as spectators rekindled interest in a strong contest. Avnratign Davis Cup reps Yutternon and Hawke arrived in America for the Longwood team tournament. The Avntrafian Indy players in Wales easily defeated a Welsh squad. In the European Davis Cup singles final, Custate defeated Turnbull, Borotra beat Grobroms, and Van Sennett and Koop defeated Hedi and Tzejo with scores listed.
R T Ball advocates linking anti Socialistic forces to form a united front against Labor at the next election. He notes Crashea TM Association and Glen Innes Progressive Party discuss renaming to Country Party to align with the Federal Country Party. He argues unity among anti Socialist factions is essential for Country representation and balance of power.
Mr Dunn the Minister for Agriculture orders department employees to join a union. Sir George Fuller condemns the move as coercive and a threat to public servants. He argues the policy undermines civil liberty and questions the authority behind compelling political organisation membership.
Golf under Olympic style conditions enjoyed by many entries at the Open Amateur golf meeting in Dubbo. Orange district players featured strongly with B A Jones and H L Lam representing the club. Mr B Corderoy won the ap, Dr Tillett tied the stroke event, and Mr Campbell took second in the afternoon stroke.
In Maryvale and Wellington districts readers glimpse a lively scene with coursing clubs and horse breeders spotlighted. Notable figures include Harry Taylor of Macquarie Stud and acclaimed breeders like McHugh and Stephenson, as locals discuss upcoming events and the sport's future.
Dead town and suspended mines mark Newnes as the Joesl A.L.P. presses to end labor stoppages. Reports tell of grasshoppers devouring crops, with wood swallows and starlings praised as pest control. A fatality at Newtown station and a dramatic river rescue by a billy can linked to a missing woman named J. Smith surface amid ongoing local turmoil.
Fragmentary text appears to critique wage increases and living costs while arguing that poorer people bear the impact. It references reductions in mining output per man per shift and mentions a 44 hour work week. No clear events or individuals are confirmed.
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