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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 06, 1912
Page
5
Hannah Jane Murphy beloved daughter of Mrs Wm Smith formerly of Comobella died at The Villa Bodangora on May 31. She was mourned by family and friends in the local district as news of her passing spread through the community.
Mrs Wm Smith and family express gratitude for sympathy letters cards and wreaths received after their recent bereavement.
The editorial blasts public works committees for costly, pompous hearings that waste time and money. It cites cross country railway investigations as emblematic, criticizing witnesses, local bias, and lack of focus on New South Wales while highlighting the mounting costs to the state.
Critics say the public works committee incurred heavy costs from taxpayer funds to travel and gather evidence. They argue much testimony was frivolous and that reform is needed to reduce waste while preserving usefulness for Parliament. The call is to curb travel and focus on essential reporting.
Local items report the wedding of Sydney Henry Spilsbury to Minnie Ritchie at Newcastle on May 21. Auctions and leases: J W Robinson offers 4000 acres of grass country near Gulgong for four months. Cordial notes from Spicer's Creek urge Cobbornshire electors to back Gardoll. Clark of Dapper is declared elected. Empire Day sports at Double Bay see Ossie and Horace M'Cabe win multiple events. Earl's Cocoa toffee featured. hospital ball receipts and profits tallied. Other notes cover dry cleaning visits, lucerne hay for sale, Dubbo court actions, and local horse care at Macquarie Stud.
A man under a prohibition order entered an Orange church last Sunday week and startled a congregant by asking for the trumpet. Five diphtheria cases reported in South Bathurst. Zealandia ship landed 1 200 immigrants in Sydney with 013 adults 275 children and 24 infants, plus 62 carpenters and bricklayers for NSW Government. Parliament expected to meet July 17 or 24. Guildford man Joe Stewart found his wife dead at home after clothes caught fire and a head wound from hitting a table corner. Appeals against Macquarie Shire Council valuations to be heard tomorrow. most cases likely settled. Mrs Harry Smith given an illustrated indexed Bible by pupils of Gilgandra Day School. Kilburn sisters now in charge. Aborigines at Wellington mission may hold a concert to aid Wellington Hospital. Veteran trainer Thos Lamond, 72, died at Waterloo. trained Zulu and Archer. Rev W G Sharpe to conduct Presbyterian services and remarks on worship and prayer. Vic Sherriff with a broken leg nearing recovery. Dr Linton reported improved health. return date to Wellington uncertain. Monarch Pictures tonight showing The Girl from out West along with other films. Whytes Sulphur Hair Restorer advertised by Whyte Chemist Wellington.
Mr Ponal Ferguson announces the skating rink reopens Monday night with a Paris Gaumont Co. film program on 3000 feet of film The Midnight Wedding. Operator V Keeb er, formerly of West's, will manage the show. A fresh set of latest films to be shown every Monday Wednesday and Friday.
The Dubbo P P Board directors election returned the existing lineup and added W E Tink of Tomingley replacing the late R T B Gaden. Poll results list Donald Cameron 281 Patrick Barry 269 James Bell 207 F J Body 259 W E Tink 224 George Berryman 207 E A Starvey 188 C W Brown 180 E J Frith 176.
Cobbera Shire elected James Clark of Dapper to represent B Riding after Councillor Wisbey's resignation. Two nominations were filed, Clark and Con Gardell of Biper's Creek. Gardell's was declared invalid for not meeting Local Government Act section 70(a) requirements. Returning officer: W Smith. deputy: W Richardson.
An Irish envoy at a private dinner in Wellington cited a coincidence from a prior visit. He noted that Alderman Kelly had chaired a meeting in the Mayor’s absence and predicted Kelly would be mayor if the envoy returned. On return, Kelly was indeed Mayor, gaining the trust and esteem of local residents.
The School of Arts series wrapped up last night with Professor Woolnough speaking on the Geological History of New South Wales. He explained rock records and crustal sculpture, detailing rock types, past conditions, and fossils with emphasis on New South Wales, illustrated by lantern views led by Mr B Webster. A hearty vote of thanks followed at Dr. Graham's prompting.
Thieves stole hospital donation boxes from two hotels where boxes were not screwed to counters. Police suspect a small group of strangers who have since left town. The Club House Hotel box is thought to hold a substantial sum, but exact amounts are unknown due to locks and hospital secretary access.
A meeting in Council Chambers decided to form a debating society. It will consider joining with the School of Arts and approach its committee to arrange terms. A reply is expected next week, with a subsequent meeting to elect officers and set rules.
Wincherombe and Carson report rabbit skin supply disrupted by a Monday holiday. A large representative show featured mostly recently slaughtered rabbits, in strong demand. Prices advanced with consignments sold from 16d to 2d per lb. Two new buyers joined the market.
Claude Richard Meers was tried in Dubbo for an alleged railway carriage assault between Mt Victoria and Eskbank. The complainant testified to coercive gestures and money offers. medical evidence noted arm bruises. He claimed consent. the court initially jailed him four months, then fined him £20 with costs, £8 10s, in default four months. Bail set at £20 surety for appeal.
Mr. T J Donovan an Irish envoy to Australia arrived in Wellington and spoke at Protestant Hall on Home Rule. He visited the convent school, was greeted by the Mayor and others, and heard a musical program by pupils. The pupils presented a formal welcome speech praising Ireland’s cause and Donovan thanked them, urging awareness of Home Rule among Australian youth.
Mr Donovan was entertained at a private diner in Wellington by Mayor Alderman Kelly. The informal gathering included a toast to Mr Donovan and a salute with musical honours. Donovan thanked the hosts and recalled past meetings with Kelly while praising Irish Australian friendship and the Irish Parliament support.
Team lists for Car Boys against All Blacks at Bell Park with match times on Saturday. Player selections include full back Cavanagh and forwards under Smith and Crowe, plus emergency cover. Wellington squad names also listed for 2 p.m. kickoff and public school challenge.
A Wellington rifle team traveled to Katoomba for a match against the local club. After a pleasant day touring the mountain scenery, Wellington won by bar tt points. Evening dinner followed as the visitors enjoyed the hospitality and the shooting results showing scores such as Selby and Seach among others.
Sydney reports amendment plans for income tax and defence acts while Brisbane Diocese seeks clergy stipends rise. Labor Congress backs Defence Act change to bar military use against workers. Dairy farmers set up a fund to counter rural worker claims. A car hit cadets in Randwick injuring nine, two critically. Driver arrested. Werrona figures show Bennett 10,878 and Couroy 10,049 with few votes left. Kiama quarry seven months net £2314. Queensland Premier denies reactionary policy. Tasmanian Liberal Solomons elected leader to succeed Lewis. Melbourne steamer Hiveriiag arrest for theft of £118 from Na w. Hookstall Co. Sydney. second man under surveillance. Australia v Middlesex cricket match abandoned due to heavy rain.
Wheat prices and market shorthand alongside rainfall forecast and coastward travel. Alfred Andrews faces negligent driving charges after a motor car incident injuring a cyclist. two victims remain critical. The steamship Themistocles docked with about 600 immigrants. The English Derby was won by King's Colt at 12 to 1. The Russian Duma defence committee backed a fifty million pound naval program for 2012 16.
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