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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 02, 1924
Page
5
A letter notes Wellington potential for a strong town orchestra and a revived Musical Society. It urges weekly execution committee meetings and united effort to organize a town carnival named Back Wellington Week with a large parade and public attractions to boost attendance and regional pride.
Letter argues local talent should be used for the "Back to Wellington Week" instead of bringing in Sydney and other towns bands. The writer recalls past town support for Wellington bands, urges residents to back local musicians, and questions the committee’s choice to hire the Sydney group for the event. The author warns dependency on outside bands hurts local pride and asks readers to consider showcasing Wellington’s own talent.
At the Dubbo Jockey Club gathering profits reached £731 19s 4d though prize money was fully subscribed. Appeals by Mayssrs W McBon ald J Matthewn and M Polson against disqualifications were upheld, while A Davis received three years. A hoax telegram misled Lew Griffiths. public support waned and the club faced liquidation with losses to the town.
A Saturday match between the Posibles and Probables to select a team for the Johnny Walker Challenge Cup against Dubbo ended 7 to 10 in favor of the Possibles. Poor attendance and handling, with several injuries, marked the game though Cooney, Milton Coady and Rushby produced moments of form for the Possibles while the Probables, led by Nugeau and H. Coady, pressed. Dubbo’s selection will rely on improved display.
A farewell afternoon in Assembly Hall at the Infante De ermont District School honored Miss Jager as she nears retirement. Mr Curry spoke for the school, presenting a silver water pitcher and praising her teaching, with note from Mr Price and praise from Miss Cook. Children offered a silver bowl and bread fork, singing and cheering in gratitude.
The Wellington branch of the Country Women's Association held a Saturday afternoon meeting with all members present. The secretary reported on the Morve conference, and the division opened Chit roonne at the former Presbytery, Ghaborne Bereet, with new members joining. Committees invited country women to Club rooms for discussions on aims including welfare, rail and hospital needs, libraries, clinics, and seaside holidays to improve country life and reduce urban drift. Membership is one shilling annually.
A Saturday noon scene at the Taxation Department saw a man with a loaded revolver demanding the return of money. The incident ended with the revolver seized and the man taken to police, amid broader local reports on hospital funds, public health concerns, railway damages, and municipal bus enforcement.
Tenders addressed to the undersigned and endorsed Tender for Roadwork will be received at the Shire Chambers up till 9 a.m. on Saturday 7th June 1924 for works including erection of bridge at Stable Creek Molong Road labor only and other brick and stone formations. Plans and specifications may be seen at the Shire Council Chambers during office hours. J Harvey Truman Shire Clerk Macquarie Shire Office Wellington 20/6/24.
A.Broughton announces a sale event with unclear details about items and venue. The notice mentions military or Mars Squires reference and selling by aviation at a bar rest, leaving key specifics uncertain.
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