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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 09, 1932
Page
10
The Macquarie Shire Council confirms a certified fund for local relief projects, including alley clearing and town maintenance. Many applicants remain unpaid as councils plan limited short term labor, with about five weeks of paid work available and a target of absorbing all eligible workers if funds permit.
At Montefiores a Sunday event showcased the Montefiores Junior Football Club with races, prize donations, and tea proceeds. Officials Messrs Hunt Lay, Palrion, A Sutton, and Lunteon Hinavesins coordinated activities. Mrs Tayhor organized tea and prizes, with Mrs J Sutton and others aiding. Results include Penfold and White in various events, along with numerous junior and ladies races, hurdles, and combined events reflecting a lively community sports afternoon.
Wellington prepares for an epoch match on July 27 when the New Zealand All Blacks tackle a Western Union side at the Amalg mated Show and Sports Ground. The tour features star players in a powerful side famed for stamina and speed, promising a major economic and sporting boost to the city as visitors flood in to witness the event. Alec Smith coordinates arrangements as Wellington looks to host the greatest exponents of rugby union.
The notice lists church services across Wellington parish and nearby churches for June including Anglican Wellington and Geurie parishes with morning and evening worship times, Baptist and Presbyterian services at several towns, Methodist and Salvation Army meetings with dates, times, and minister names.
Fragmented report lists runners such as Lanlie, Penfold, St Gouper and Sutton with limited results. Gouper appears to lead with a 1st in a mid race while Penfold and Sutton are shown among top placements in unclear events.
In Monday doubles semi finals Truman and Murray defeated Butha and Lay to reach the final, while Preston and Fulton beat Adlington and Walker. The final saw Truman and Murray overcome Preston and Fulton 28 to 25 after a tense second half, with key blows late on. The victory marks Murray’s third final appearance this year as the Consistency tournament nears completion and the greens brace for next season.
A Wellington audience will see a Saturday boxing show at Wellington Stadium promoted by Sbarah win. Main event Toby Williams versus Keith Faulkiner in a 12 round bout, plus Micky Miller vs Roy Dixon, Bill Chatfield vs Norman Zell, Jen Smith vs Viv Shuty, and other preliminaries. An Eight Hours Day sports committee adjourned meeting is set for Friday at the School of Arte.
The Wellington Hospital gains £150 from government aids while a broader appeal seeks funds to cover back accounts and stabilize finances. A wireless night at the School of Arts on election night supports the hospital, with Saunders Naveau organizing the event and a sacred concert planned for June 12 at the Alexander Theatre.
The St Patrick's Catholic Club met with Mr J J Fernon chairing as it debated amending rules to add three directors and three trustees funded by a £60 donation from Rev Mons Lone. The ladies were urged to gain executive representation after their strong support, and a parliamentary bill to ban intoxicating liquors was announced for debate next week.
The text reports final appeals by Mr George Wilson USC and Mr I Body Western Division leader of the United Country Movement urging country voters to back United Country Party candidates. They stress British identity, prosperity, and recapturing NSW confidence, urging rural votes to protect country interests and unite against extremists ahead of the election.
The Greyhound Raving Club holds its second meeting on Saturday at the Amalgamated Show and Sports Ground. Over 100 dogs from Bathurst Orange Lithgow Wallang, Cumnock and Sydney kennels enter. Two heats semis and finals in each event, nine races total. Bookmakers will operate, wireless will relay Sydney events, first race at 2 pm and voting prior.
The article notes a coming revival in the building trade due to a government shift. Announcements indicate large sums for public buildings, with £140,000 to be spent. Orange's building figures have fallen, highlighting concern over a decline of over £100,000 in local activity.
Dancers Mesare Charlie Murphy Mikt e Theobald and Frank Moore led a lively event with splendid music. Club members invited friends and many new members joined as the happy gathering filled the room. Ladies provided supper before the close.
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