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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 15, 1939
Page
8
A newborn kangaroo in the Caves park draws attention amid political debate. The joyful birth occurred during work, with two proud parents and visitors eager to see the new arrival in the picturesque park at the Caves. The event marks a first recorded birth at the Caves attracting native animal rotations.
Members of the Wellington Bowling Club played in a tainted weather session, with J A Prenton losing 98 to 100 against W Willock. In the B State championship Wallace edged Wallace on a tie breaker 30 to 30, while A T Smith defeated F Bathe 102 to 470 in a consistency round.
Yesterday two B grade championship games were decided after dusk on a green famed for close and exciting play. Mick Melick defeated W Chinnocks 14 to 20 after a late rally as the card showed 101 at the 18th end and 2d points near the end. Preston edged Murray 81 to 2 from a tense finish after strong bowling through the later ends.
Wellington residents debate gas service closure as the Council plans to end the gas works at year end. Some advocate propane cylinders from Sydney, others favor keeping the plant under local control or outsourcing operations. Public sentiment grows toward a petition and potential public meeting to challenge the closure.
The Australian bantam Micky Miller was knocked out in the 10th round at the Sydney Sports Arena. The challenger from Australia gained the lead early but suffered punishment in the later rounds before Miller was dropped to the canvas.
GOLF competition last Monday at Wellington Golf Club attracted many members due to a holiday. Ruby Brown won the 18 hole event with a 77. A tableford event was won by A. B. Dauth with 86. Doctor Keiple beat HL. Pitzell 2 up in the grid championship.
The Police Commissioner told a conference that crime would be tackled by collective youth discipline. He blamed a deliberate criminal culture and said crime begins at the cradle and must be stopped by united action and public effort.
Forecast indicates temporary fine conditions in the Northeast. Elsewhere unsettled with increasing cloud and rain from the northwest and west, spreading gradually.
Fragmentary weather note describes isolated foggy areas in southern forean with light to moderate variable winds, mainly from the northeast.
A crowd watched Ossie Stewart of America defeat Ben Richards of Australia in Melbourne after Richards suffered a severe cut over the eye. A doctor examined the wound as Richards pressed to continue, but the bout was awarded to Stewart when the injury forced him to stop.
Twelve members of the militia detachment joined by Lt McKean Bryn and Captain Aitken bivouaced at Merton Station near Dubbo. The outing featured night defence and patrol drills, comfortable welfare support from the Dubbo committee, and plans for a Wellington bivouac and a social club within the detachment led by Captain Sullivan.
The second day yielded multiple winners with odds noted for each race. Speed Kings Keswick led Resulia Trial Hurdle while Lady Warramar and Edie’n Chole claimed Fourteen Two Handicap and Major on won 10/1 respectively. The Parke Trotting group plans an annual show with £10 prize money. Legionilla won the Amateur Cup at Randwick while being schooled.
Annie McGuire wife of Edward McGuire died at 41. She was well known in Stuart town dives and had been ill only a few days. Survived by husband and two children Eileen 7 and Valerio 24. Funeral in the Church of England section of Wellington cemetery with Rev K D Norman officiating. Funeral arranged by Mustre Cod Shakespeare and Sons.
In a Randwick morning event, a Fenelsy horse slipped on the rail hurdle causing a crash that left its rider injured and the horse disqualified after an inquiry led by Mr Harry okan. Officials Knight Gregsin, W. Robinson, and Jockey J. Naushton also faced two month bans.
Jamar Waine, promoted to Castlereagh Street postmaster, receives praise from R Dicker and staff. Dicker presents a fountain pen and cushion. Waine thanks colleagues for teamwork and service. Waine departs for holidays before starting in Castlereagh Street.
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