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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 18, 1936
Page
3
A dense, chaotic report covers trainers and horses at Rosehill and provincial meetings. It notes upsets and finish orders, trainer names such as Shovne and Armstrong, and mentions racing bodies, disqualifications, and upcoming fixtures across New South Wales venues.
A reader letter exchange argues Sunday sport balances healthy recreation with faith. One writer defends religious restraint on leisure and urges unity, while another, Timmy or Sammy, counters with concerns about youth joy, eight‑hour days, and preserving freedoms for young people to enjoy sports and social activities.
The report lists race results from the Tyangle meeting with names like Gallipo and Haidicap, Silvey Bosch and Royal Joke in the nurse division, plus winners in several handicap events. A fine was reduced to £2710 for running on to the track.
The Federal Statistician reports Australia’s gross debt at 4280 million pounds with about 45 million pounds paid annually as interest. Debt per head reaches about L184, weighing on every newborn, elderly, and wage owner, prompting calls for swift readjustment of the economy.
The report surveys global wool markets with Australia and the United Kingdom shaping demand and prices. It notes high British imports, planned naval and public works spending, and steady textile activity. Australian production rises slightly, while lower prices influence buyers and producers in Europe and the Commonwealth, with Australia likely benefiting from new equipment and exports.
A public notice states that a new business has opened at Mr ML Mo aite's premises run by Arthur Si Sheen Shearing Machinery. The entry mentions TreVOR PARENT and notes machinery repair as a specialty.
The centenary of Bishop Broughton’s installation as Australia’s first bishop was marked last week. Rev Sam Marsden, Anglican clergyman of the early settlement, guided the ceremony and descendants of his flock performed in a choir of Egolabm gend. Bishop Broughton is remembered as a wise administrator with lasting influence across New South Wales.
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