Record crowd at Wellington race meet thrills punters
A large Wellington race course crowd paid £290 at the gate as close finishes characterized six events. Ken Howard provided vivid barrier to judge’s box commentary while Denny Noonan ran the meeting with Reg Mitchell and officials in orderly fashion. Near Time narrowly beat Grand Kim in the Progressive Handicap and Linauro won Maiden Handicap with Bardia as a favorite. Flying Handicap saw Morse’s favorite win easily.
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Wellington
Ken Howard
Barrier Rise
Judge's Box
Ken
Denny Noonan
Orange
Reg Mitchell
Bardia
Trelly Smith
Linauro
King Val
Near Time
Grand Kim
Bank Interference Sparks Public Fear in Australia
Sydney observers warn that government pressure on private bank accounts could trigger panic and hoarding. A banking manager laments possible disclosures of deposits held by those tied to Taxation Department cases, noting the risk to financial stability and public confidence.
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Sydney
Taxation Department
Constitutional Assoc
Frank Lovat
Australia
Wellington Hospital Fight Prompts Private Build Push
Mr Kelly faces district talks on a proposed new District Hospital for Wellington. A large local delegation pushes for a private or community hospital to run alongside the public project, arguing for immediate building and priority access to labour and materials. The debate centers on public health needs, maternity care, and the role of private enterprise vs government provision.
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Kelly
Hospital Board
Wellington
Ava
Jzea
Ict Hospital
Rew District
Dirs
Dish Hospital
Wellington branch backs state on district conference plan
Bureau News reports the Wellington Agricultural Bureau branch supports holding the annual district conference at this centre this year. War and travel limits have reduced past conferences, which drew primary producers seeking trends, development, and a welcome break. The chosen centre would attract visitors and showcase nearby interests, boosting local prominence. Continued in column three.
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Wellington
Agricultural Bureau
Kent
Aey
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Macquarie Theatre
Pai Morse
Mudgee
General Isenhower
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