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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 17, 1937
Page
1
Notice threatens prosecution for trespassing on the Neurka Estate and adjacent properties. The notice lists names such as A B Puller and Birrell Vale Lindfield and warns enforcement without regard to person.
A reader letter argues for the continued value of the Ten Commandments and Sabbath observance. It defends moral order against modern campaigns to abolish religious law, citing longevity, legality, and social safety as reasons for keeping the Sabbath.
Police in Banks Town searched bushy spots and found a plant believed to disguise bicycles. Investigations suggest frames or parts were altered to conceal sums due under a lime payment agreement. Police noted a tools setup linked to the deception.
A clearest report notes a federal patrol to curb poaching by ln vessels along Australia’s northern coastline. The plan aims to prevent exploitation of reserves, with compensation schemes and community involvement emphasized.
Mr H H Mason KC, among two independent candidates, told a crowded Woollahra electors meeting that Parliament was a lunatic asylum and a mad house, saying electors bear responsibility. He urged reforms and accused nonpayment of wages as a crime. Mr Perry Spidey KC argued the holiness caused the slip.
At Redfern the Trade Labour Council backed a motion opposing Count von Luckner's visit to Australia.
Rain has interrupted club play this week with plans for a club tournament clearing by late July. The committee announces the Jacexaion of thy Club's gala tournament on the 31st, with entry forms available and a 24th July fee deadline.
Edgar Arthur Evans a 31 year old orchardist stands charged with murdering his 71 year old father Arthur Clark Evans. Trial today centered on whether the shooting was deliberate or accidental amid family strife and alleged prior abuse. Evans denied intent, claiming he never meant harm and had cared for his father. he said his father had blamed him for years and vowed to carry his memory.
Police investigate poisoning of draught horses at Joseph Edmund Kilg’s farm Won: ferlanils. Initial reports say horses were harmed during a farming operation, with no recoveries yet and a possible link to cattle or farm security concerns.
The Narrawa Club outlines upcoming interclub events with plans for six players to Wellington on the 27th and a forthcoming week noted for a Budge versus Fine Speaker match. Inclement weather caused Yeoval and related matches to be postponed, a men doubles tournament is set for the near future with limited entry, and the Whitney Cup challenge date remains undetermined though likely in July.
In Canberra both houses of the Federal Parliament faced heavy pre session talk as supporters of the Ministry pushed for unity while opponents urged caution about national insurance proposals.
Readable text shows members split on the path the Ministry should take following entry into Australis. Debates reflect differing opinions on policy direction and strategic approach.
Sydney market summary shows Homebush sales cooling with values halving. Prices drifted for various stock lines as sheep and lambs penned, wethers and ovens showing declines. details indicate broad weakness despite some good quality drafts.
Readable market rondeau shows price quotes for wheat and grains on a Thursday in Sydney. It lists various items including potatoes, onions, hay and lucerne with unit prices and ranges in pence or shillings, indicating a bustling commodity session. The garbled OCR preserves key named items and approximate values, reflecting the era’s staple markets and price volatility.
The Rev A J Bingley spoke at the Ministers Fraternal meeting about football in the region. He indicated past rugby involvement and proposed Bathurst Ministers Fraternal consider inviting local bodies to discuss a plan to secure play next week and reduce need for football on a universal holiday.
A Baptist church report outlines a Sunday evening program led by Rev. Hunter on a living gospel and a plan to extend the church hall. A "Winter Evenings" lecture series aims to boost church and local welfare with speakers including Rev. Fleisher and James Kelly, and a World Sunday School Union effort previewed.
Unclear readable text reports a Syria related event with figures and names garbled. The fragment hints at a financial or organizational matter and a sports like item but essential details are unreadable. No concrete persons or organizations can be identified from the readable portion.
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