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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 24, 1920
Page
6
A compact abridged column outlines local happenings including court notes at the Wellington Policy Court and Central Criminal Court. It mentions cases of murder inquiry, a defence department involvement, and various notices about theft, work shortages, and public concerns in the district.
Fragmented report notes soldiers entertaining at a Wellington service with varied speakers, prayers, and music. Mentions planned special songs, multiple locations, and a mix of attendees including local dignitaries. Several garbled names and places appear. event details are inconsistent but indicate a large community gathering with religious rites and fundraising mentions.
A derailed goods train near Curlas on the Coogamble line caused disruption as the mail train from Corbin diverted to Ne slinabud. With points misaligned, several carriages derailed, but no injuries were reported. Work crews were dispatched from Wellington and Dishba to clear the line and repair the points.
The normal Wellington Military Ball will be held at Oddfellows Hall on Wednesday night with a programme of dances to follow on Thursday. The committee pledges a larger, better event than last year and notes funds go toward financing the Hallstone Cink, a long-standing local institution. A big fundraiser will run at the ball, with a meeting set for Tuesday at 8.00 pm to prepare and promote the event.
Convent pupils were gathered on Monday the 14th to receive certificates from Father Eviston, secretary for Conservatorium of Music. Recitals featured Minvee Te Duwi, Whiteley, Balen, Vera Warren, and Miew Molly Sabran with piano and vocal pieces. The headmaster congratulated the girls and urged them to keep up their studies so they may take their art to church chair and music service.
A historical weather report discusses prospects from state meteorologists noting dry spells and pending rainstorms. It highlights Wheat Belt conditions, foresees colder spells easing, and mentions anticipated rainfall patterns affecting agriculture and field preparations. The piece reflects cautious optimism about upcoming weather shifts and impacts on crops.
The licensing court granted renewals on Tuesday for several establishments including The Cave run by Bridgut Bracken, Tattenall’s by Enoch Fivtehor, and North Wellington’s Neto Royal, with other named venues such as Mumbil railway Hote, Stathon Wt. Seantionuty Bridge, and Court Heva establishments receiving renewals.
A fragmented notice outlines a municipal planting program with names Magsra W J and G Paul listed among participants. It mentions parcels and a formal offer to supply materials, with dates and locations partially obscured but indicating a public opportunity for bids and official arrangements in Wadnandey and Wilton Tron areas.
A new Australian mystery style comedy titled The fer eee ie eatited EE and in styled as an Australian mystery woarent comedy opens with a quirky premise. Cast includes Bw Gurin and Reg A Stonchomy. The whole piece presents a humorous plot running through the show.
Weather data show mixed readings across Worling ton Western sea and surrounding places. Figures list values for Bourky Byrock Cobar Quast Carbidats Filgendre and more with Wellington Dunedoo and Dubbo as reference locations. Overall month totals reach 290 points versus 14 points last year’s same month.
Warren Kerrigan stars in a melodrama about a son who insists he can earn money against his father’s disbelief. A year later the young man returns, worn and hungry, while a strange visitor’s actions unfold. Also screening are Norma Malmodge and Hartley Chapin.
A husband backs away from a tense scene as a revival of a past quarrel unfolds in a rural setting. He mistreats hens in a doorway causing chaos. a man talks of wheat and fowl, planning to rear poultry for sustenance while coping with loss, fear, and a constrained supply. The event centers on household conflict and farmyard consequences.
Fragmentary OCR describes a visit by a royal party to a distant posting with sailors and officers aboard, illustrations of torches and wildlife, and references to a famed admiral vessel. Vague portraits of kangaroos, towage of prizes, and a distant memory of a port visit are touched upon amid scattered names and places.
Fragmentary OCR reads Woods greet Pepy det Core with Far Coughe and Ovlds over falla. The text is incomplete and lacks clear entities or event details to form a definitive news item.
Record of Worden Court this morning granting several mining and prospecting permissions. Includes extensions for operations near Dowd paddock Bodangora and Wallington area, with surface disturbance and depth limits, plus rents and durations. Names appear as W. C. and Hayton Gra Uney among others.
An early outline of the forthcoming impounding provisions under the new Local Government Act awaits entry into force next month. The changes, though limited in private impounder rights, impose penalties for owners who allow animals to roam and to stay in town pounds, stressing stricter prevention and oversight of poundkeepers.
An aldermanic committee reports on clerical rewrites of financial ledgers. The mayor’s clerk explains he will revise the books and resubmit, noting several items were unclear and some entries lacked proper authorization. Committee members push for clearer records before further action.
A long exchange discusses postal service in the town, arguing the hospital mail should be delivered by public servants rather than private carriers. The writer urges support for the postmaster and criticizes attempts to influence the hospital subcommittee, referencing local officials and past relief efforts.
A local note lists residents and relatives recovering at Nurse Newton’s private hospital. Updates include Mrs. Larum of Monteflores passing final exams, Mr. Campbell of Tanow showing improvement, Mrs. Mulingh healing from a broken ankle, and Miss Maule revealed as daughter of Mr and Mrs St Dav og. Harold Bennett plans soon to leave hospital after pneumonia, with others advancing in health and awaiting return home.
The wedding took place yesterday afternoon with Arlo Hullo and Mim Le Bullock of Apaloy as the couple in matrimony. Relatives attended. the bride wore a crepe dress with violet and went, while bouquets of white carnations and lilies were carried. The ceremony was followed by a reception at Kimbell's and the couple departed for Sydney for their honeymoon, with guests and family in attendance.
A cautious import policy spreads through wholesale markets as exporters and importers pause new contracts due to financial strain and uncertain demand. Prices on staples like tapioca and rice face downward shifts while rupee exchange rates influence Calcutta merchants and Australian importers.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions wheat, Wagga, law, funds, and arts with missing context. The readable parts indicate a lawful or financial context but no definite events, dates, people, or organizations.
A civic reception in Wallington yesterday honored Sir Keith Amith and his aircraft crew. Alderman Matheson chaired. Mayor Ald. Welly was detained in Sydney. Attendees praised the British made machine and the pilots for their world travels and ties to Wellington and Port Darwin.
Local players received detailed handicaps for singles doubles and mixed events. Notable names include Py Te Mtayhen Fes Ih Vi and Stephen Tathaethy in doubles, Wade and Robinson in men’s doubles, J B Aivroft and Mia Bhorriit in mixed doubles, and N Morgan with various partners in ladies and mixed divisions. The document outlines seedings and handicaps across multiple events with several pairs or individuals named.
Towmuru correspondent reports Tommy Murphy defeated Martell in the Wellington arena last night. Murphy scored a decisive knockout in the sixth round as the crowd cheered the stoppage and the bout reached a thrilling crescendo.
A Dubbo event report notes a wavy BiB vean and a sexnaSaringside Flat in with several cuter items. The injuries appear serious, with spectators and officials adjusting plans as authorities review the scene.
Readable fragments outline wage debates and a range of topics including taxation rates, council actions, and labor disputes. Mentions New South Wales officials and a public debate over pay, with scattered references to dates and individuals.
A garbled OCR fragment references parliamentary actions, wartime reporting, and electoral interest across regions including New South Wales and Melbourne. It mentions tensions, contributions, and potential policy shifts, with scattered names and numbers emerging amid damaged text.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions W. Kitshon of Erie and a trip to Niagara with references to Bala and Staton. The text is incomplete and uncertain about events or outcomes. No clear date or context emerges beyond these names and places.
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