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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 24, 1909
Page
2
The passage presents a fragmented meditation praising spiritual wealth over material gain. It urges perseverance on a lonely path, promises peace beyond riches, and calls readers to find courage as pilgrims on a difficult journey toward lasting fulfillment.
Sydney readers hear Lord Boroulood stress the human factor over battleships in naval strength. He argues Britain’s courage and training matter more than sheer ship numbers, cites Trafalgar and the Glorious First of June, and notes German and British naval expenditures and age structures, urging focus on skilled sailors.
A Prohibition Party of New South Wales committee reported on liquor law operation in the city. It noted many under 18s at public houses and tallied 931 entrants in one Saturday night and urged action. The panel called for church cooperation and amendments to strengthen law enforcement and reduce temptations in overcrowded electorates.
A bizarre tale from a 19th century boundary dispute centers on businessman McCulloch and miner Cox over a mine share. A £200 offer escalated to £140 after a spat, with McCulloch standing firm. Six years later the share was valued at 21,250,000, marking a dramatic rise and a costly quarrel.
A farmer discusses Campbell's dry-farming system with Senator McColl, detailing trials on his Torowin area property. He reports improved yields after implementing early fallow and disc cultivation, notes rainfall as key, and cites past poor crops, variable deep ploughing, and the role of subsoil and packing in moisture retention. He compares experiences across districts and trusts the method's potential despite uncertainties.
An English language summary of a reception for the Chinese consul in Sydney notes emphasis on reform in China. It covers education, currency, administration, and constitutional government, urging cooperation and altruism to advance the nation while acknowledging the need to support the Regent and new regime.
The church program lists Rev Canon B Hanay Brown and multiple clergy with service times across Wallington Bodangare Mumbil Wellington and surrounding areas. Date entries show morning and evening services, open-air gatherings, prayers, and missionary band activities with numerous pastors and locations noted.
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