02 Jun 1938
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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 02, 1938
Page
1
The report states a strong forecast of a three million pound surplus for the current financial year. For the eleven months ended the revenue shows about four million one hundred ninety four thousand pounds, a rise over the same period last year. The figures suggest continued fiscal improvement and solid revenue growth.
New Zealand news reports Colin Sandland discovering three young children aged five three and a half and three missing wife after returning home in Miramar. The infants were found dead with battered heads, an axe suspected. Neighbours recalled seeing the mother earlier, police probing all leads.
In Sydney the Defence Minister Thuvailay denies claims that British aircraft aided any subversive activity. He states no involvement with the alleged supply and stresses safeguards against theft or misuse of machines.
Fragmentary forecast mentions southerly to coastal conditions, strong winds offshore, fog and frost in highlands, with uncertain timing and limited readable details. Provides a glimpse of coastal and highland weather with no clear advisory.
Yesterday afternoon the Wellington Tennis Club held a well attended session with courts in good order after rain. Entries for the tournament are strong with various events listed and a busy week ahead including practical coaching, visitor entertainment, and prospect of team matches.
Sunday schedule shows Railway Tennis Club hosting two games on their court while a Hull borough team travels via Brill Creek. Players include Reid, Gupluin, Cox, We Sailed, Langeboci, Thowipwon, and captain RB Smith with Waite Whitehouse Nichol Ay Taylor and others. Matches begin around 1 noon at Wellington courts with the visiting team leaving Wellington at 10 am sharp.
Law Minister for Defence Mr Tho i assures lawmakers that Australia’s air force program remains on schedule. Members press for timely delivery and continued funding as the defence plan proceeds.
Mr Thorby stated from England that the government is satisfied with progress in all phases of Air Force development. Machines on order from Great Britain are arriving to meet requirements, Australian plane manufacture is proceeding rapidly, and supplies of finishing materials for construction are being accumulated.
Railway officials checked four goods trains from Darling Harbour to Canowindra near Sydney and found tampering on a wagon cover. Police search continues as authorities investigate the overnight theft and related damage to the rolling stock and cargo.
Community hospital dances announced for Neurea next Tuesday and Newton next week draw interest from local organizers led by Miss Spurge and Whale-one. Tickets via J H McKinnon’s Garage with a July 24 postponement due to the Digaern’s ball. the hospital hall hosts the events as fundraising and social gatherings attract old timers and new attendees alike.
Sydney officials reported a historic surge in loan applications for the Commonwealth Loan program. Yesterday, 1000 applicantations were received, reflecting unprecedented demand.
T Ayling dominated early play at the Wellington Bowl, defeating opponent with strong drawing shots to clinch the BOWLS title. He will meet W Willock in the final after a convincing 10K victory as the crowd anticipated further top level bowls next Saturday.
A successful fund raising dance at Wellington Red Crow Sp oy hall drew a large, representative crowd from Dubbo and nearby centers. The event ran late with nonstop dancing, fine refreshments, and high praise for Miss Brow and Miss J Willially who organized and funded the evening with the help of a diligent committee.
A worker at the steel works near the railway line was struck by a vehicle and severely injured when the truck passed over him. The incident occurred at night at the Wellenzeng Hospital area in Bellerive Eck.
A Wellington Poultry Club meeting will be held at Maughan Steel offices Tuesday night to elect officers and revive local interest. The group, once strong, aims to reestablish community support and attract enthusiasts from Yeoval and nearby areas to rebuild the club’s standing.
Six people including police officials identified a body found in Innisfail on Tuesday as John Edward Cumming. A constable recognized him while he walked a street, leading to police confirmation and inquiries showing the body actually matched John Hamilton, a resident of an unemployed shelter shed, who resembled Cumming in tawny respects.
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