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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 18, 1934
Page
2
In memoriam for our mother and father who died in June 1931 and August 1933 respectively. Their son Alf and daughter-in-law Charlotte insert the message Together our loved ones sleep.
Tender notices for fencing and river gravel or crushed stone for Wellington sewerage. Items include wool jumper pattern and several plows and buggy. Apply to Tom Hogan Charles Street. Tenders close June 30. Details from G. El Stanger West and W A Falconer Wellington Sewerage office.
Entries for the Suntop Tennis Club Tournament close at 12 noon on 23 June 1934 for screened land use tied to Wellington Sewerage plans. Offers and tender forms available at Court House and Sewerage Office Wellington from W A Falconer, Resident Engineer. Public notice inviting bids.
At Lord’s the Australian Eleven opened against the Gentlemen of England and posted the day’s lowest score to date before potential recovery. England were all out for 177 with Lowndes top-scoring at 44. Australia finished the day 167 for 4, Daring 42 and Bromley 90 among the scorers. The second test starts Friday. Twelve games played this season yield six wins and six draws.
Euchre party and dance on Wednesday 25 July at Bodangora Station Woolshed to aid Georie C of FE. Tickets two shillings, exchange Theobald’s or orchestra. Alex Whillock is honorary secretary.
A reader reviews Sir Philip Gibbs 1929 work The Day After To-Morrow and notes its wide range of topics from science to the League of Nations. The piece highlights a scientist’s warning that population growth may outpace food supply, yet five years on food overabundance coexists with shortages and a sluggish productive system.
Local notices describe Mr J E Whiteley’s big clearing out sale at Hazeldene Georley run by George Paul with 10 am start for farming plant and household effects, 1 pm stock sale on Thursday, luncheon by R M Kimbell. Also Wellington P A and H Society to honor Mr Mce Leod leaving town with a meeting tomorrow to arrange expression of appreciation.
The item lists J E Whiteley’s clearing out sale by Grater with R M Kimbel at 1 pm Thursday in addition to a heavyweight title bout where Baer stopped Camera in the first round. It notes Ambulance concert dates, cave bones found during sewer work near the Agricultural Bureau, and various town notices including licensing court actions, a band concert, and a tennis club tournament.
A large turnout of ladies approved the annual Convent ball and formed a strong committee. Dances will be held August 1 and 2 with the August 8 date unavailable. Hon. secretaries named were Mrs A J Devine Mrs A H Murphy and Mrs N Hyeronimus Theobald's orchestra was engaged and preparations begin immediately.
Advertising copy touts Western Stores and Edg leys Ltd as furniture specialists with years of experience. It promises fair trading, efficiency, economy and honest dealing, stocking dependable goods at the lowest prices, all in plain figures. Cash purchases said to secure maximum value passed on to customers.
The Sergeant at Arms of the New South Wales Legislative Assembly seeks death dates for several former MPs. Targeted are Silvanus Brown Daniel of Wellington 1860 62, John Samuel Smith 1862 69, John Shepherd 1877 80, Thomas Henry York 1891 94, and West Macquarie members John McPhillamy 1859, Thomas Henry Hellyer 1882 84, Lewis Lloyd 1884 87. Forward information to Mr. Harnett.
One of the district’s largest clearing-out sales unfolds on Wednesday and Thursday, 20th and 21st insts., starting at 10 a.m. day one and 1 p.m. day two. Held by Mr George Paul on account of Mr J E Whiteley at Hazeldene,Whiteley’s farm, following the sale of the property. The two-day sale features farming stock including horses, sheep, cattle, and all Whiteley furniture, with luncheon provided and absolute sale with no reserve. The sale aims to restock farmers across the West and catalogues are in today’s issue.
An advertises Woods' Great Peppermint Cure as a first aid remedy for coughs colds and influ enza like ailments. The copy touts quick relief and broad use for seasonal illnesses.
The Government has decided to grant two free railway passes to each sub branch in the state to enable representatives to travel to Sydney for the Prince Henry visit celebrations. Mr F A Nayeau, a District Councillor of the RBSLLA, reports the decision to attend the events honoring the royal visit.
The Wellington Hospital secretary Mr. F. A. Naveau reports a £10 donation from the Women’s Auxiliary. The money comes from two Give It a Name competitions held to aid base hospitals at Bathurst and Orange and other area hospitals.
Brief listing in the Court of Petty Sessions heard Alexander Gollan charged with indecent behaviour found out Sunday May. After Sergeant Clark gave evidence the information was altered and, on solicitor Bede Kelly’s application, the case was adjourned for one week.
Constable Murphy will be off duty for a while after a motorcycle with a sidecar tyre blowout near Georie. The cycle skidded, went into a ditch, and he was thrown out. Mr. Graham of Georie assisted, Murphy was admitted to hospital with a broken collarbone and is now improving.
Weekend thefts continue as early Sunday morning a break in at Mr. P. A. Clifford’s Percy Street butchery was found. Intruders entered from the back, maybe a very small person, stealing beef, pork, and a small amount from the till.
In a brief valuation court session Friday morning presided by Mr C Pickup, all objections were settled. For Macquarie Shire, Mr Bede Kelly of W P Kelly and Son sought a one month adjournment, with Mr F Davidson of Quirk and Davidson agreeable, indicating a possible settlement. The case was adjourned to next month.
Tenders are to be called at once for sixty additional wheat silos with an estimated cost of £300,000. Premier Stevens announced after a State Cabinet meeting that the build would complete the silo programme across wheat producing areas. Silos will be erected at Tunedoo Binnaway Maranbung Mendooran Merrygoon Tallerapar Armature Red Bend Holmwood and Walmer.
Arrangements for the 16th annual Military Ball are well in hand with a larger, brighter function planned. Dr. 5 wage and a capable committee, plus the Ladies Auxiliary, drive preparations. A war museum will showcase trophies relics and curios outside the Nations War Museum, with proceeds supporting the District Hospital.
A reflective note on individuals demanding privacy in court cases while admitting heavy newspaper readership. The piece mocks hypocrisy as people claim nobody reads the paper yet seek its help to shield names in legal or public incidents. It contrasts innocent disdain with self serving requests.
Mr Harry Taylor donated a complete wireless set to Wellington District Hospital to pass time for bedridden inmates awaiting news. He arranged a 7 valve Prestige radio installed on Saturday, with a planned upgrade to an 8 valve model within a week. Directors praised his generosity and assistance.
Wellington Intermediate High School pupils visited Parkes for basket ball tennis and football but rain cut tennis play and halted some games. Parkes won football and one basket ball match while Wellington took another. Some girls reportedly fell ill from fumes but was later deemed exaggerated. a student who had been ill previously saw a doctor at Yeoval and recovered.
A dense roster notes Burk e, Mr O Brien, and relations of Mr J H Quirk at a Wellington Police Court session. Staff changes at John Muir A Aust in Sydney and a series of hospital stays and family additions follow, including Una Galvin undergoing multiple surgeries. The piece also covers Rev E H Vines's planned rally in Sullaton, K H Todd’s travel to Trangie for a diggers ball, visiting NZ touristsMeagher and Meagher, and the Dubbo marriage of Ady Webster and Joe Hyde with detailed wedding roles.
The report lists many horse names and handicaps from Bourke on June 27, noting races such as the Reveille Handicap and Bourke events. It also mentions a Sydney operation quarter last night with robberies including diamond rings and a recovered car, with police estimating the loss around £4000.
A Wellington crowd gathers around a patched old car with no bonnet as a lone prospector, after 11,000 miles from the North Territory, shows quartz samples promising 15 ozs per ton and previews a £250,000 syndicate windfall. The traveler, rugged and optimistic, departs in an old Ford amid tales of countrymen and hard overland travels.
Weekend tennis in Wellington saw few matches with friendly play among members. Ground captains for Town Tennis Club were named for this week as A W Spratt, G Solomon and Les Ling. Railway Club remains active with a good turnout on the courts. In the Davis Cup tie between Australia and France Crawford defeated Merlin, while McGrath beat Boussus in singles. Crawford and Quist won a doubles clash as Australia seeks one more singles win to clinch the tie.
A mass demonstration of unionists gathered at Moore Park yesterday afternoon to demand restored wages and an improved standard of living. Leader of the State Opposition Mr Ling urged unity among employed and unemployed workers to push for immediate government action and denounced the Premiers Plan as favoring the rich over the poor.
A crowd of children attended a Thursday night event at the Church of England, with arrangements well in hand and Mr. R. W. Breechmere as MC. The Lyric provided delightful entertainment, focusing on the children and their enjoyment, though the crowd regretted a short delay in the program.
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