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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 30, 1908
Page
5
Report from Sydney describes a mass meeting where a large majority voted to end the strike and return to work, despite many strikers seeking reinstatement. Officials warned of penalties for leaders and noted 213 trams running, with hundreds queuing to rejoin.
The tram strike ended after a meeting at Trades Hall this afternoon. The Defence Committee advised men to accept terms arranged with Mr Johnson and the Labor Party and tramway workers began returning to duties.
A con stable recalls a morning ride to town in which a young fare collector was confronted. The passenger aided the staff by pointing out unpaid fare, prompting a tense exchange as the conductor insisted the rider admit his own missing payment. A policeman noted the joke, while a porter in uniform rode nearby.
A quoted remark reveals a official saying he learned of the department's plans only recently. The statement suggests gaps in communication and raises questions about how information was conveyed to staff. Further details were not provided in the fragment.
The tramway strike ends as officials announce resolution to resume work under Johnson terms. Police quell mob after threats from Union members, with Lawton briefly knocked unconscious and Alley warning shooters. Thirteen hundred reinstated and service resumes. Meagher attacks government over the strike while Wade defends order.
Sydney tramway officers face a daylong siege as more than two thousand men seek re admission. The Superintendent confirms names are recorded and a complete service will resume tonight with trams in operation.
The Wellington Golf Club secretary reports no definite information from Blayneyan about a match planned for Monday next. If the match fails to eventuate, a post noon game will feature teams chosen by Messrs Oldham and Spier. A committee meeting is set for Saturday night at the Royal Hotel with regular monthly meetings thereafter.
The Wellington Gun Club will host a pigeon shooting match at the showground on Monday with teams from Bathurst Dubbo Narromine and a local club entry. Forbes and Warren have not replied. shooting starts 10 30 am with a large bird supply and several sweepstakes to follow. The notice lists Warm Cozy Blankets at 16/11 per pair from The Wellington Co operative Stores Ltd.
The Savings Bank will not establish a local branch in Wellington under the new arrangement. Wellington will be attached to Bathurst for banking while post office transactions continue. Depositors could withdraw on demand at a branch, but Wellington residents must still use withdrawal warrants by post, with no speed advantage over Sydney.
Showery weather brings about one inch of rain boosting crops and grass, with farmers optimistic. Local sports notes list Wellington clash lineups and rifle club selections for Dubbo. J Fitch relocates to larger premises opposite the Commercial Bank. Social events include a successful band dance and lodge ball planned. New butcher shop planned for W H Hoare, and Georges Tennis Club opens new courts. local farming reports note scarce sheep feed but improving crops, fox drives reported with bagged foxes.
From our correspondent. Mr Jones, longtime Campbella resident, died last Monday and was buried Tuesday with funeral rites led by Mr Shakespeare. W Allen injured at cyanide works last Tuesday losing three fingers. Arbor day planned at Catholic Church. convent social and public school concert anticipated next month. Local Convent defeated Wellington Convent in a recent match. B C Church nearly completed. memorial windows awaited. church opening set for September. Angwin leaving for Candelo. social evening hosted Monday. Church of England committee met but poor turnout due to rain. Recent rain caused by a heavy two day downfall. grass and livestock improving.
After repeated disappointments rain finally arrives with Inst week totals over sn inch and more in view. Rabbiter faces frosts while buyers enjoy higher prices as local catches decline. The period ends with rain aiding farmers and markets in a season of hardship.
Showery weather continues with light rainfall totaling about 70 points. William Balfour dies at 87, possibly linked to A J Balfour family. interred in Presbyterian cemetery. James O'Brien, longtime local resident, dies in Wellington. Cumnock tennis and billiards trip to Molong cancelled due to unsettled weather. Peak Hill show sees many exhibits. W T Sherringham and R Chappell contribute poultry and hunting teams. Sorrow noted for Miller sisters’ death at Oranges. Some hotels in Quinnock unaffected by the reduction court. closures planned at Forbes Parkes Peak Hill Mingolo and McPhail.
At the Dubbo District Court sitting on Monday the cases heard include Thomas Mathew vs George Hosking for breach of agreement with a £25 claim. verdict for the defendant. Restall of Bell Brewery Wellington sued J J Murray for beer from 1904 to 1905, £28 28 2d, with defendant having paid all due to Ernest Restall. judge found for defendant. Arthur Tibbits of Dubbo sued A Macdermott for goods and straw valued at £40. settled with plaintiff paying £7 10s and each party covering own costs. Matthew Doyle pursued Christopher Hill for £10 for a horse sold. verdict for plaintiff. Annie Simms v R J Phelps concerns a judgment against the draughtsman in the Dubbo Lands Office. respondent paid hotel stays and was ordered to £2 per month from late September.
A Wellington district meeting of the Eight-Hour Association was held Monday evening with members including H O Mason F Trery H Warr E Jennings and others. The programme was adopted adding a 100yd open footrace with prizes and a youth bicycle race, with conduct rules for cadets and special prize adjustments for costumes. promotion work and holiday declarations were assigned, and A E Stinson joined the committee as the next meeting set for August 10.
A fragment emphasizes that the phrase distinctly communicates we do not necessarily share our correspondent’s opinions. The text signals cautious editorial stance without asserting full endorsement or rejection of stated views.
Wellington reader Syvvey J. T. Litris explains hydatids, the cystic stage of the dog tapeworm, to dispel fears about transmission from rabbits. The piece describes the life cycle, noting dogs are the sole breeding host and that human infection from rabbits is practically nil if dogs are not allowed to harbor the parasite.
A 14 page Salvation Army booklet by An Outsider highlights extensive 1907 figures. It details admissions across prisons and homes, maternity and young girls facilities, industrial and rescue work, meals, shelter provisions, and daily care across Australia and New Zealand. The balance sheet shows £93,813 16s 5d spent in 1907.
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