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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 03, 1929
Page
2
The West Wyslong Show committee has published its publicity plan and a nine item price programme for the annual show scheduled in September, four months ahead. The early circulated schedule hints that western shows may also publish early to generate talk and interest in the district.
A local notice describes a holiday programme at the Metrarch Virturor featuring The Country Doctor, an all star cant, and a comedy reel with news reel. A Gentle man from Paris and Scared Pink are shown as supporting acts with drama and a variety evening promised.
Wellington social notes report Miss Brennan visiting Molong to see friend Miss Finch. John Stevenson, 1k on mw short vnit to life and mother in Wellington. Mr Heen Herrin admitted to private hospital for a light operation and recovering well. Imbel Mary, daughter of Mrs G Caghlan Manty NW, and eldest son of Mrs C M dob Orange announced. Lester Lynch, teacher's college student, Holidaying with Ford Ly Lynford Wellington. Rev Norman Fete on halt to Wellington Ballarat Victor preached at St Johns. Marriage of Miss Marjorie Willock to Mr Charles Rodhme at Rt Church Concord. Wedding to be at RC Church Wallinurtony on 15th June. Miss Peary Burke of Orange and Wellington, eldest daughter of Mr Mrs W Burke, engaged. Mr BR. Jackson, known as the oll warrior, visiting Wellington for racing, suffered heart attack in Tilende at Topribella.
Notice includes T H May Miles offering a butcher shop at Maxwell and Thornton Streets and a probate notice in the Supreme Court of New South Wales for the estate of Diana Elizabeth Pearson widow. It calls creditors to file claims by August and lists Public Trustee duties and disclaimers. dated Castlereagh Street Sydney 20 May 1920.
In memoriam Ada Louisa and a combined meeting notice for Pin ancig Mumbers of the P. A. and Hy Society and Cubs Lenaramtoving the Amalgamation achemey view Wellington Turf Club. A combined meeting at School of Arts Hall on Wednesday June 5th at 7:30 p.m. to elect seven trustees. Norman Cook, Secretary.
Local notices from Galden key include social events, church activities, a Salvation Army band visit, a Progress Association formation, and upcoming dances. Mentions a butcher opening, a Wattle Dance at Empire Hall, and youth events with Mrs Devine and Miss B Vereh as hosts.
Yesterday Labour won 287 seats, Conservatives 254, Liberal 87, Independents 6 in the British elections. Total votes: Conservatives 8,636,896, Labour 7,117,028, Liberals 6,226,014, Independents 807,934. Weather was sunny and mild with people outdoors. by morning the sky clouded and temperatures fell.
Mira S Sharpe led a national and fancy dancing exhibition in Wellington on Saturday afternoon attended by many children and parents. The show featured skilled youths with praise for their dancing. Aileen Mundy and Dean Shartie were touted as West champions but faced challenges, as the event showcased Highland and sword dances amid lively performances by Sebien tribbous and others.
At a Grasiens Association meeting three weeks ago members reported sheep stealing was a serious menace. A district vigilante effort was discussed and a meeting is set for Saturday with all stock owners invited. The advance note urges wide co operation across townships. The article also reviews The Crowd at Alexander Theatre and praises Eleanor Hoardman and Jahind Murtoy for strong performances in a Poverty era drama.
A long quiet period ends as Wellington hosts a baby show at Emin Hallo Saturday with a fancy fair and various competitions for babies and children. Proceeds fund a new sterilising plant for the hospital operating theater. matron and nursing staff urge public support and attendance.
The Western District TK Grate final was played on Wellington green Saturday in bet where Orenco Uni Tithe faced heavy turnout. Dubbo won by the team Fol owine with scoretop Pye Thehanan Melertey Lotkie Healy Buin Orr Rell Mitchell Fereusor Marke ex We Mirtin Cole Pxtmun Paviour Tortola es se as we Bilrne Stanhon Cavin Mulloy Astley Bidwon Philly C Whwwler ss ere 21 1 28
The annual Wellington Public Tennis Club event began Saturday under wet, challenging conditions. Entries from across the district participated, with many courts occupied by early rounds and tight matches. Officials reported smooth arrangements and games were hotly contested. a full report is promised in Thursday's edition.
Fragmentary note reports a winter event at a river levee with names JAM DOR and McGrath. Readable words indicate a Saturday gathering and a resident, MW, linked to the scene. Details remain obscured due to damaged OCR text.
First day crowds form queues at 9 a m for the box plan as Our Miss Gibbs opens for three nights in Wellington. Charley Murphy struggles to manage the surge while organizers estimate costs near 400 pounds and plan a 50-strong dance each night to cover expenses. Tickets available from society members and Charley Murphy.
The Yanth obituary notes the death of a well known resident aged about AG years at the Web Nogton Uospital after a period of illness. Survived by husband and four children, with two sons and two daughters named. The funeral arrangements and services took place at St Patricks Church and Wellington cemetery with Mr C J Shakespeare arranging.
Mrs Laura Stewart wife of Alec Stewart died early yesterday after heart trouble. Survived by husband and grown family, the funeral was in Gaulle Cemetery Presbyterians section with a service led by the Rev J Smith and arrangements by C D Shakespeare.
Mrs Gladys Maude Finucane wife of Ray Finucane died after a brief illness at Wellington Hospital. She was mother to several young children the youngest just weeks old. The funeral was held at Emberland churchyard with Reverend Arelileach Barry Brown officiating and Mr Cody Shinkene directing the service.
The Dubbo weir project sparks controversy over government funding and alleged town favoritism. Critics say the £7000 cost, with £6000 government support, creates a “gift” to Dubbo while other towns along the Macquarie River are refused similar water works. Opposition asks Hon. I. C. Tharby to explain the apparent bias before the next election.
Wellington Poultry Club hosts its annual show in Paramount Hall Friday night and Saturday. Entries have been received across classes with many binders ready. birds of all breeds and colors will be exhibited and trophies awarded for merit. Saturday features Australia’s Rev Wynn delivering a lecture. admission details noted amid month rainfall data and low prior registrations.
A fragmented report describes a fatal incident during a birthday event for a king and a separate injury in a hospital abroad. It mentions a youth named Wilms and a boy named Damien with hospital stays, plus a train accident involving a Mr Kempeey. No clear dates or verified locations are provided.
A fragmentary report notes a railway worker sustaining injuries after a fall at Child Station and mentions a death on the way from Sandie City. The piece also references Tenants' Rights protests and a parliamentary motion targeting alleged abuses, with unclear context and dates.
Strong winds and salt storms forced coastal service suspend a Perth Adelaide route. Nine passengers traveled with 40 000 letters detained due to disrupted ROADS operations.
The readable fragment references Melbourne area provocative behavior and an individual Sally John Laxton aged 25. It mentions Sydney University and an arrest for alleged offense or resisting, with unclear connection to Oxford or the Yura.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions a man walking toward Elizabeth Tay and a constable named Kit, with unclear events and references to a board, clubs, payments, and management obligations. The legible bits imply a financial or governance dispute but lack coherent facts or names to confirm specifics.
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