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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 18, 1903
Page
3
A 19th century column critiques Dowie and his associate Orato. The writer notes misread lines and mockery of justice, suggesting the letters reveal a confused mind and exposing alleged manipulation. The piece quotes theological references and doubts the genuineness of the correspondence while questioning moral motives.
The obituary records the death of Mr Gritchett Walker OMG Meinsi Under-Secretary at No 4 Bligh Street Sydney after about a week of illness. He was born near the Cape of Good Hope and educated at Sydney Grammar School. Survived by family, he served in public offices and was closely associated with ministers and the Premier. The piece notes his scholarly, genial nature and long public service in New South Wales.
Reports on horse sales, dispersals, and performances in Australian and English races. Mentions Ube thoroughbred, Mr Tk Richarde, G P O, Euston, Grafton, Naphea, Yurrugal, Pilgrim's Progress, and Derby prospects. Discusses racing rules, jockey safety, prize disqualifications, and the influence of Western Australian mining culture on sport. Includes results from Donbelen Handicap, Chester Cup, Derby talk, and interlinked bloodstock moves including imports from Melbourne and Sydney.
A Herald article discusses the Closer Settlement Act and its potential compulsory valuation provisions. It compares Queensland and New South Wales approaches, noting past land purchases and resumption patterns, and argues for careful property resumption without mandatory clauses to protect settlers and ensure fair terms.
Fragmentary note from the Wellington Times suggests a transfer to Aveinslin for an upcoming event. It mentions MF bouhed and a Quasi o trance with weed referenced in unclear context. Names and places are partially unreadable.
Fragmentary OCR yields a half legible poem about age stages and a tramp character named Spadon. The text hints at caution in youth, domestic dining, social clubs, and death approaching, with scattered lines on faces brows and wandering habits.
Andrew Barr a Scots farmer reports to authorities in Western Australia about his flying machine. He describes a ground or balloon independent mechanical craft powered by a gasoline motor capable of 100 miles per hour and lifting up to 10,000 pounds. Barr seeks terms from the Defence Department including weekly pay during construction and a £1,009,000 payment for rights to the invention.
A letter from Mr. Pronk Munk warns that botfly has appeared at Narramine, a highly dangerous pest attacking livestock. The note describes infection routes from mouth areas and horns, larval development, and severe tissue damage. It notes no known cure or prevention and references an official report to spread awareness among district stock workers.
An advertisement from J. V. Parston, representative of the New South Wales Mission for the Deaf and Dumb, announces his annual campaign in Wallington. The notice appeals for charitable support for poor parents and seeks contributions to aid the institution’s education and training program, with thanks to donors who respond through Mrs Eilie Mobingon in Sydney.
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