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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 15, 1936
Page
2
Multiple community dances and social events announced for Maryvale and area. Includes a dance and masquerade in mid June, a rugby league fundraiser at Maryvale in July, a June euchre and dance by the Red Cross and other notices, with orchestra entertainment and pricing details.
Local jottings recall a bustling week with horse parades and crowds as Wellington hosts this year’s polo carnival. Officials note upcoming western carnivals and planned sites for parking and events in the town.
Weather mostly foul at the Empire Ball on Thursday night dulling mood and grounds, but the recent pale carnival was a success with games played. Plans shift from Empire Hall to a School of Arts Hall card party and a Maryvale tennis dance amid rescheduled events and charity drives. The Wellington District Band will perform at Mayfair Theatre for School of Arts fundraiser next Sunday night June 21 at 8:30.
There is a great opportunity for buyers to attend an active furniture sale at the home of Mrs Danilas Smith who is leaving the district on Thursday 8 June at 2 30 sharp. Furniture is almost new, only two months in use. A second sale notice awaits on Thursday 4th June at 34 Maxwell Street. Messrs A Willits & Co act as negotiators.
A large stock sale is announced for Dunedoo this Saturday hosted by Messrs Milling and Co. The firm invites potential sellers of sheep or cattle to forward particulars early. The notice suggests Milling sales usually succeed with rising prices as demand grows.
Household items and high class furniture will be offered by Mr W P Bary on account of Mrs T Gassets of Bank Street. An almost new Dollar Six sedan may also be sold at the same time and price. This is a fine opportunity for buyers seeking quality furnishings and tools.
Several casualties occurred during the football match between Bubba High School and Wellington. Brygo Astley of Dubbo sustained nine wounds and needed stitching after a knee hit, Walter Reid suffered an ankle injury, and Jerny showed a splintered ankle bone. Bill Lay received a facial blow causing eye discoloration.
The text reflects on opinions shared in Sule criticiem and a visit to Wellington. It contrasts water abundance with perceived self and society, noting a misperception of value. A Calltay comparison suggests transformation from desert to a garden of Eden, hinting at future development driven by water.
An era of gradual transformation is described as humanity moves through daily life. The piece notes aerial progress, such as early airplanes, marking a shifting world while emphasizing enduring human experience and curiosity.
At the Wellington poultry show Suketived by old English games, exhibitors J. Gibson and J. Bolman won multiple prizes. Awards listed include firsts for black old English games, cock and hen varieties, and second places for cork, corkevel, and other combs. D. Gilson and J. Bulman also claimed top placements in several classes.
In Wellington readers argue for an aerodrome after two xeraplains glided unusually low over the city, noting the lack of adequate facilities for landing and the need to consider future air travel amid surrounding hills and limited space.
A fragmented 19th century letter discusses efforts to restock inland rivers with edible fish. Readers debate fishers merit and possible methods, noting limited action despite high public outcry and speculation about practical experiments.
A survey of local figures recounts proactive efforts to guard against future hazards. Notables include Rev. KI TR Noernwen Toft, Mr. John Geil, Mr. Les Corky, and sports enthusiasts. obituaries note the deaths of A S Brownhill and A S Burwoodkin with details on health and family.
Keen interest is shown by Wellington Golf Club members in forthcoming clue matches and sales tournaments in Lake Place. The Association will hold a major tournament on Tuesday July 1, and later events follow, with strong entries expected. Members are urged to bring large numbers to support the events at the Wellington course, renowned in the west for hospitality to visitors.
A Wo mother describes how nightly prayers for safer work are unanswered as her son risks his life in retaliation tied to colonial labor. She voices焦 concern for other county mothers and argues violent tasking harms good men, questioning why public opinion fails to force change.
A fragmented discussion on addressing unemployment and public works. Suggests government subsidies to hire unemployed men for productive labor and to map resource areas while noting slow progress and uncertain outcomes.
The Wellington Public Tennis Club committee announced cancellation of the annual King’s Birthday dance due to hall unavailability on the 29th instant. Discussions cited insufficient accommodation and conflicting bookings, with plans to possibly host a tune-up event on a Saturday for visiting players.
On Friday this week July 40 the Right Reverend and J Chandra Benngeron assistant Bishop of Lath ore will give an address at St Johns Church of England. Service starts 7 30 with Ryensong. The visit ties to Bishop Broughton centenary events and includes addresses in Orange Wellington and Mulgaee. Accompanied by Ray his Rector of Manly.
A garbled notice describes a chain of early 20th century performances at the Mowatel's venue with Gina Shirhey Keven Mois, a staging titled The Fast Rake, and a spy plot involving John Bolte. The public is shown a sequence of acts featuring The Lovely comic and a Shady Young Cavalry production with songs by Fickle stars and De G. SSyhu. The Wednesday and Sunday shows are noted as the main events.
Fragmentary report describes gold prices rising under strain as Wellington and Jyndicatus districts report armed blasts and contested claims. Officials warn of instability while mining activity yields little concrete improvement and observers doubt any imminent recovery.
In a Wellington schedule, Town Club and DUBO Whe are set to field two teams in a forthcoming event. Officials expect a bright afternoon with plans announced for invitations and venue details on June 14. The event aims to showcase local talent and community sports passion.
A torn OCR report describes a Leeholme Cup event with 7 acts amid heavy crowd and tight judging. Winners and participant names appear garbled but reference D. K. Watt, O’Connell, and B.G. with scores and placements. the piece mentions racing, boats, and stage results in a busy page fragment.
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