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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 24, 1954
Page
1
Wellington officials debated turning Gisborne Street land over to the local band for a permanent hall. Councillors urged inspection and council concurrence after yesterday’s meeting. Band leaders warned current practice space is inadequate and concert plans may create local pride.
Wellington arts officials debated a Gift to Wellington from a small concert group at a 8 p m High School Library meeting next Monday. The group features Harold Palhurst a renowned English violinist Robert Kolben a pianist and Elizabeth Russell a soprano. Head office urgency prompted members to decide quickly while also reviewing the Corrohoree report and general business.
A county band committee met to discuss a proposed steel hall building costing about £2,000 with initial funds £600. Two designs, rectangular and L shaped, were reviewed with removable walls for an open air band hall. A loan to cover the remainder was planned, with repayment from hall use and a near-term project launch once council approval and inspection are complete.
Four year old Ronald Smith of Beckets Lane suffered second degree burns to his left ear and leg after overturning a container of boning water at home near a stove. Wellington District Ambulance transported him to District Hospital where his condition was listed as satisfactory.
The Bishop of Bathurst the Very Reverend A J Wylde will lay the foundation stone of the new Church of England Kindergarten Hall on Sunday at 3 pm. A large crowd is expected and a certificate invitation has been issued. After tea, an appeal will seek funds for about £2,000 to open the hall debt free. The brick building is estimated at £7,000 with £6,000 already subscribed over years. Archdeacon Graham expects strong attendance and notes the hall will serve Sunday School, meetings, and a nursery if funded.
The Parents and Citizens' Association at Mary Vale feared closure due to low numbers. Ministerial assurance via Mr. G Robertson MLA Dibba states that with an average daily attendance of nine, the school will not close. The minister's position followed an investigation into future enrolment prospects.
The National Fitness drive reports continued support with tickets selling for the Third Rugby League in Sydney. Eddie Dana notes strong public interest and hopes to reach £250, while donations from individuals and groups, including the Wellington Show Society, add to the fund. Plans for boxing events and further competitions are outlined as the appeal targets £1,000 in townships. Total donations reach £82 12s 6d.
Geurie residents show strong support for a water scheme while council argues over exact cost figures. Dr Payne notes petitions urging water access and cites ministers on total cost. Mayor Masters calls for a department inquiry to confirm the true figure, with a council vote approving the request.
A Wellington youth, among 80 selected from local clubs, attends a Bank special school opening led by Chief Inspector F R Mokellar. The program promotes agronomy and animal husbandry, with aims to translate research into productive farming gains and foster lasting comradeship among participants.
Rolls appointed health inspector for Wellington Shire Council after Ed Browne resignation. Browns accepted another post as dentist, with duties to be assigned in coming weeks.
Mr Eric Weine of Perey Street Wellington died at Dubbo Base Hospital on Monday night after a motor vehicle accident Saturday. The late dentist and sporting identity was widely known in the West. Funeral at St John the Baptist Church of England Tuesday drew friends from across the state. remains interred at Wellington Cemetery with Roy H. Graham officiating and Murray Bros handling funeral arrangements.
A public meeting at Shire Chambers Arthur Street Wellington is set for Wednesday night at 8 to form a branch of the Poliomyelitis Society. The aim is to aid victims and organise relief work with invitations sent to clubs and organisations to appoint delegates.
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