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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 04, 1934
Page
1
Market price for milling wheat on silo terms noted with bulk warrants at current rates. Advertisement for West Flour and Last Foods claims superiority. Trespass notice warns that entering Gunnegulderie without authority will be prosecuted. Signed N. J. Green. Date 6/10/1933.
Poultry lovers are reminded that Wellington Poultry Club entries close on Saturday for the annual exhibition set for Friday and Saturday, 15th and 16th inst. at Paramount Hall. The committee promises a record event with handsome cups and trophies, attracting entries from across the state. The public is urged to attend this educational and worthwhile display of poultry.
A New South Wales Community Hospital plan offers to ship a dozen tins of mixed jams to any address in England Scotland or Wales at no extra cost if a 1 pound donation is sent to the Use More Fruit Appeal Secretary Australians with no England contacts can donate 21 to have a case sent to a charity or hospital of their choice in the British Isles a lighter option 10 8 covers a dozen tins
Advertises printing services and addresses in Percy Street Wellington for J. D. Brownhill Warnes, listing production and publication details from the Wellington Times office.
The Our Wool average price news item notes the May ending period for eleven mineh shipments in Sydney, with the end of May figures showing average wool prices in Sydney. Health and scoured wool figures are mentioned in brief form.
The scheduled Union Football match between Wellington Leary Wain and Dubbo was canceled after Dubbo players did not arrive due to the death of Mr. T. D. Palmer. The withdrawal led to Wellington facing public disappointment and Dubbo also canceling a game with Orange. In Sydney, NSW team beat Victoria by LT points to 11, and NSW team in Queensland won by 26 to 40.
Wellington faced a busy weekend with at least six premises entered by a likely thief gang. Stores on Kosensko Road, Wall’s office, Murphy’s butcher shop, McKay’s Lee Street, Bliss yard, and Spilsbury Bros. were hit for goods, skins, cash, and a few cheques. Police seek extra officers amid fears of a coordinated operation.
Allegations that funds of the Australian National Research Council could curtail activities in New Guinea Papua Arnhem Land Centre Austria and elsewhere are being investigated. No authoritative statements exist, but continuing field work may be possible. Executive officers note Professor Chapman, a 22 year member, has been in poor health and under nervous strain.
A large early morning fire destroyed Co operative fruit packing sheds near Gosford railway town. Damage runs into thousands of pounds as kerosene on nearby tracks exploded with a loud report. Fire brigades and residents saved railway goods sheds though three double trucks and two singles loaded with oranges were destroyed, containing about 1700 cases. A man trying to raise the alarm nearly suffocated but escaped.
The Wellington Rite Clay annual shoot attracts competitors from Bathurst Orange Mudgee Hargraves and other centres. The prize money is substantial and interest is high. A full report will appear in the next issue.
Melbourne delegates to the Constitutional Convention should be elected at the next Federal election with about ten delegates per state. The Labor Party would nominate candidates to back a policy for a sovereign parliament with delegated powers. Election would run alongside the federal vote, costing only printing.
Rain eased the water crisis as households awaited tank top ups. A Wellington district auction by George Paul advertised for June 20 and 21 features farming plant, household goods, and livestock including sheep cattle and draught horses.
Wot Pies and Mat Coffee are featured at Klintunll's in a local item noting a cozy pairing. The piece highlights a small business offering pies and coffee, inviting patrons to visit.
In Wellington New Zealand an Invercargill Christchurch express train collided with a rear-propelled express at Sockburn. No one was injured though the engine ploughed into the luggage area wrecking it. Poor visibility caused the crash.
Deputy Leader Mr Patterson says the Prime Minister must know the Country Party will not content to be aborted. He states the decision to contest was made by the people concerned in Melbourne, Melbourne.
The Orange Silver Band visited Wellington with the Orange Salvation Army Girl Guides for concerts on Saturday and Sunday drawing large crowds. A special service at the Army Citadel drew a big attendance yesterday evening and today stalls showcase district items before a Cave visit.
A new program begins May 28 1934 at the Sydney Technical College delivering farm and motor machinery instruction. Courses cover pumps windmills tractors separators sheep shearing gear and motor car work with wood metal and concrete skills plus small electric installations.
A fire at Uranquinty railway station at night destroyed the building while residents fought the flames with no water available. The permanent way remained intact and the damage was limited to the station structure.
In Melbourne Mondag Penay Rich aged 30 and Stephen Clinton a 63 year old school teacher died Saturday as part of a crash near Officer. Two other people were injured making three deaths from the incident.
A course explains engine maintenance including carburation compression and ignition for internal combustion engines used in cars and tractors. It covers farm machinery maintenance and simple repairs, sheet metal materials tools and welding riveting and jointing for repairs to roofs tanks and troughs offered by C A Sixh Fan, Active Superintendent.
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