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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 11, 1925
Page
12
In a note from the yard in full swing, an up-to-date plant installation promises reliable orders at Cherpart rates. Only one quality remains available, labeled BEST, with contact to the supplier via TELEPHONE 152.
A rugged Saturday clash saw Waratah fail to overcome the Blacks as errors and slow play plagued both sides. Notable actors included Davidson for the Blacks and Whittaker who created openings, while Tuck’s injury limited the Techs and Condy filled behind the pack. The Wellington and Old Boys disputes stirred regional controversy, and NSW beat Queensland 27 to 16 with Worring scoring three tries. The International Soccer test between NSW and England drew 25,000, with England winning 4 to 1. The New Zealand Rugby Union team arrived for weeklong matches ahead of next week’s Waratah and All Blacks Juniors fixtures.
On Monday the Orange Old Boys were defeated at Dubbo by 13 to 3. Denny Harrington broke his nose there, his first appearance since last year when he injured his ankle against the Englishmen. Ward football may be introduced this season after the disqualification against Orange was lifted. Frank Burge, earning £19 weekly to coach Grenfell, resigned and returned to Sydney after breaking several ribs in a match against Temora.
The Wellington Tennis Tournament hosted by the Wellington Public Tennis Club opened Saturday and concluded Monday with strong entries and excellent weather. Local and neighboring visitors flocked to eight courts as Mr. R. Stephens and secretary Mr. B. Denis led a well organized event, with finals in mixed doubles ladies doubles gentlemen doubles and singles.
G Shewumek defeats Major Le Merle 4 58 in semi final. Job Lowe beats J O Keeffe 1 15. Shou Mack defeats S Job 6 1 1 1 with multiple errors noted. The match results reflect close scores and advancing players to final round.
A Dubbo Methodist team visited Wellington on Monday for a friendly with the local Church club. The eight players were entertained at lunch and on the courts, with Wellington winning the day 9 games to 6. Readable results include many 6 2 and 6 3 scores, listing players Pryke Gaydon Toole and others in mixed doubles and singles.
Gilgandra Polo Carnival drew a large crowd and eight teams competed for the Gilgandra Cup. Gilgandra A won the cup after a thrilling final against Narromine, with Narromine V close behind. The event highlighted strong attendance and competitive play. Also noted were price trends in the Cost of Living and a banking pensions advisory concerning bank balances and pension reductions.
A garbled advertisement promises making your own cough medicine at home using four bottles of Heenzo and water to yield the same amount as two ready made products. It touts relief for coughs, whooping cough, and related ailments and claims cost savings.
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