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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 13, 1921
Page
2
In Memoriam notices honoring George W Whiteley who departed life on January 12 1919. Messages from his wife, children and relatives express sorrow, remembrance and love with references to Wellington Asson and nearby towns. Details mention service plans and community notices from Bathurst to Wellington with oblique references to events and local schools.
In loving remembrance of our dear father W. Whiteley who departed this life on dr 18, 1918. We, his bereaved family, remember him beyond this world. A loving daughter and grandson Donald dedicate this tribute, hoping for peace beyond the borderland.
Local Wellington notices report two crates of homing pigeons sold for 13 shillings at the Orange Homing Wb sale and warn buyers about forthcoming auctions. The column notes river levels on the Macquarie and Bell rivers after heavy rain, upcoming sales in Wallington and Manruyl Street, and an appearance by M H Lavelle in Wellington. It mentions police court activity involving a young man charged with leaving with a ring and gold medal, and lists forthcoming legal notices and sales in the district.
Heavy rains delay ploughing across Lyon Dung Wy suppressing paddock work and crop late-season impact noted. A vanity match Nearey versus Despatray, plus horse sale by Meare Bedford Taylor Weston at Wellington, auctioning 15 champion and draught horses and related consignments. Also School of Art annual ball at Oddfellows Hall with Mr Chas Miurghy’s orchestra and juvenile ball forthcoming.
A Baptist church filled for the second sermon in a series titled Folks to Heve met on the King's highway. The subject, The man who Marsboynd God, warned against secondhand teaching and the danger of false prophets. Mr Dunkley urged obedience to God though some voices spoke against the current message.
A convoluted tale unfolds around a woman named Mary and a scheme by Burns to marry her for wealth. The Kid and others maneuver to secure Mary’s future while covertly facing robberies and a dangerous escape. Cromn’s exposure leads to pursuit, rescue, and a return to normalcy as the national picture at Tivoli is announced for the coming Thursday.
Destructive water and washed earthwork along Pathos road at Cure Creeks caused damage to a culvert and roadside structures. A photo by Mr Tri van shows water carving a deep gully and a waterfall like feature. The rapid rush exposed roots and left road embankments thinned and swift water retreat visible.
Watlington police raided a Chinese garden area on a Saturday morning and arrested four alleged Chinese deserters. Arriving from Vesedis trading, the men were brought to Wellington and later to court on a charge of prohibited immigration, with remand until Twomey.
The wedding at St Julia's Choro in Kimgiaod united Jameron Evans and Evans with William Cameron and Mrs Evans as parents. Bride wore a gown of royal fashion with satin trim and tassels, veil, bouquet, and a gold brooch gift from the groom. Attendants included Mise Menno Jou as bridesmaid. reception followed at the bride’s parents’ home with four days of travels planned for the couple.
The death occurred at his residence in Windorah after a long illness. Phillip Williams, native of Hrovewater Cornwall, arrived in Australia as a child with his parents. He was a lifelong horseman and farm worker, survived by a widow and no children. The funeral was one of the district’s largest processions with about 100 vehicles, and was conducted at the Church of England graveyard with the Rev. LV Gouldwell officiating.
Mssha H A Barraclough Ltd of Sydney will pay a professional visit to local towns for medical assessment and treatment. A London University diploma holder from the firm will lead the inquiry, with qualified staff to provide tailored services. The visit is scheduled for Monday, June 40th, with details of the event to be confirmed.
A series of hospital updates details Aire Payne undergoing a sugat opari at Wellington Bri sald Hospital, and Miya Treuiala from Larras Lakes achieving successful surgery. Nabours and others connected to Wellington Private Hospital share full recoveries, with further notes on local medical staff and community church recognitions.
From Sydney correspondent a chaotic wire mentions weather in the high Kuda region with variable wind, farm prices including maize, potatoes, tea, and onions, plus a local inquest into a death. It notes firm market conditions and a task for Mr. Worguson regarding an inquest into alleged contempt related to questioning at the inquest into the death of a person named Haysowy dou.
The Australian team posted a strong batting display before collapsing in a day of variable play. Woolley contributed a half century while other openers fell, and India’s bowling limited the opponents to a modest score. The match featured notable bowlers taking several wickets, with both sides showing moments of momentum.
A fragmentary note mentions Hhro Pipe and Hallie in connection with Gulogs. Details are unreadable but imply a brief local item or notice.
The annual gift gathering for Saint Vincent de Paul Society occurred on the Wellington convent grounds with large attendance. Funds, clothing, and groceries were distributed to families in need, and a musical programme followed the event, supporting the society’s charitable work.
The Rural Bank of WellingtonHearst Me will open 40 additional branches in New South Wales, bringing total branches to 145. Deposits will be accepted at par and loans will support primary producers, with new facilities and wire facilities to handle funds.
A wartime plebiscite extended hotel hours to 6 am during the war and a set postwar period, with reopening rules until peace is declared. After the deadline they revert to original hours, with Parliament establishing a new governing panel and a youth-focused reform as the city adjusts to peacetime.
A detailed account of the dedication ceremony at St John’s Church Wallington for the Joba’s Church Memorial. The Bishop of Matty est presided, unveiling a carved marble tablet and stained glass window. Speakers honored fallen soldiers and urged national unity and service, listing local parishioners commemorated by name.
In a tense match Railway Blues built a strong second half surge but Neurreug and A Fann edged the Blues with late penalties and tries. The Railway defense held firm against renewed Blues pressure as the home side sought a late equaliser, with Murray converting for a 23 point tally and Brien adding more. A prior Jonna competition game saw Waratah triumph 3-2.
Fragmented OCR text mentions Oboria Cam Compl Woede and footballers with unclear names and places. It references Pridaie son Arcideet Policy and Ub vinnie Tok th yam, plus Mangl an Btrent and Jamas Mavi and Co. Warman plea asts-t.
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