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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 26, 1939
Page
2
Wallington Times notes tenders are invited for ploughing acres at Paley Station Wellington. Pruning Demons demonstration by Mr Geo Althofer to be held at Mr Rolls Drehard on Wednesday at 2 10 p.m. All interested invited by W Cote, Hemtee.
Tenders are invited and will be received by the undersigned up to 3 pm on Thursday July 6 1939 for the supply and delivery of 280 posts and 250 rails to be used as tree guards relocations may be altered at the Cornhill Chambers office hours J Harvey Truman Town Clerk
Tender notices invite bids for additions to Council Chambers at Welington. Plans and specifications available at the Council Chambers for inspection during office hours. Bids to be received by 8 July 1939.
The locals announce a Wellington militia social at Drill Hall on June 28 with supper and advance tickets. A Technical College Advisory Committee will hold a public meeting Thursday evening next at Wellington High School library to discuss forming a de forM structure and related issues.
The Macquarie Valley Co operative Dairy Society Ltd denies claims it will discontinue milk production. The board chairman XH Smith states there is no intention to end the practice and warns against contrary suggestions as inflammatory.
Monday notes mention altered collage plans and a sale by Mestre and Wilkins on Swale Street for public trustee auction of lots 14 and 45, section 10 with terms to be announced. Wellington Aldermen discuss lawn matters. sheep show blue ribbon to Warren and Sam, Lambeth and Singer Machine promotion. OWA Young Mat loans for tapestry work and quilting lessons planned at Rent Rooms.
Thrills in Wellington as late notices report on local events. Mr John Dowd’s death is noted with details of the incident and public reaction. A Wednesday holiday proposal by the Parke Chamber of Commerce spikes interest across town. Auctioneer George Paal lists cattle and dairy stock at Caleyards with 24 heifers yielding strong bids. A Wellington militia tax dance at White City Hall promises music and supper, with a lively crowd anticipated.
The Digeere golf tournament scheduled for Sunday September 10 draws inquiries from Warren and Bathurst as organisers promote new events and expect strong attendance.
The report notes a continued cold spell through the week end with several areas experiencing frost and a change in rain. A marine wind and heavy clouds dominated the day, followed by brief light showers in the afternoon and only two measurable precipitation events overall.
A Saturday card afternoon hosted by the Ladies Auxiliary at the Tennis Club House featured a social dance by attending ladies. The event concluded with compliments for the auxiliaries service. Proceeds will benefit the Ambulance fund, totaling EF 10/.
A special meeting of all members of the Church of England in Well Sheton will be held in the Parish Hall on Thursday night July 1. The gathering aims to discuss vital church matters and seek a record of members’ views. Church officers have drafted suggestions to be submitted for discussion.
Mr. We Jennings of Gobotion Sirest reported finding an old warm bomb in a pepper tree cavity while cutting down the tree. He said it had the expiry inscription and, to prevent danger to children, he threw it into the river. He cannot determine how it got there but believes he was lucky to avoid striking the cap with the axe.
Monictmat Council reached Thursday night decides sale of gasworks pending inquiry for purchase and franchise terms. If inquiries resolve, a larger deal may be arranged. otherwise the undertaking could be closed.
A public meeting is set at Wellington High School Library on Thursday at 8 pm to form a Technical College Advisory Committee. The aim is to create a 10 member group to oversee technical classes, adult education, and practical farm work, drawing on experts with strong interest in the work.
Mrs Warton, famed for snatching film prizes rather than courses, returns from Sydney with a strong Wellington program. She secured The Mikado and other top pictures such as The Citadel Avery Cinderella Mist Have Midnight and The Monte News, aiming for a varied, high quality weekly cinema lineup.
The Macquarie Ley Co-operative Dairy Society Ltd denies rumours that it plans to discontinue bottled pasteurised milk. The Board states such a change was neither contemplated nor likely and warns against any contrary suggestions that could harm the dairy undertaking serving Wellington.
Wellington district native John Dowd a pioneer figure long active in the community died at Wellington District Hospital Thursday. Born Buckinlbh Creek and raised in Marg Aly district, he drove bullocks, hauled wool to Sydney before railways. He married Elion Grane and faced early hardships with resilience, leaving a lasting legacy in local pioneer life.
A detailed obituary recalls Thomas Dowd a renowned Queensland to Adelaide traveler and Maryvale resident. It notes his skill with wild brumbies and kangaroo chases his Labour support political leanings and family longevity his wife predeceased him and seven children two deceased were among mourners at his funeral held at St Patrick's Pridey Catholic Cemetery.
Rebecca Mary Maher died after a long illness aged about years. Born Munildre she lived in Well ing for years and was the wife of the late Jamen Maher. Survived by grown up family Mra M Cameron Mx Wiliamy Wellingbin Mra C Farr Phyllin Coed Neville all of Wellington Remains to be interred in the Salvation Army portion at the Wellington cemetery.
Yesterday a Wellington team visited Molong for a social rugby game that finished in an eight all draw. Both sides rested several regulars, yet the match showed solid defense and open play with Molong and Wellington trading leads before full time. Notable performers included T Tiray, Wilkow, Miskell, Noble, Ewart, Lyneham, Reynolds, and coach Dr Campbell.
Canowindra led 5-0 at half time but Dubbo surged back to snatch the Jack Lore Gold Cup 12 10. Cassidy of Canowindra was injured late, a blow to his team. Gligandre beat North Dubbo 6 4 on the same ground.
Local society items recount visits by Mr. Fre Cutton and others to Wellington area. medical updates note Mrs Jamon Ryan, Mr. T Sullivan, and Mr. WG Monica making progress at Allanville hospital. Births, marriages, and a new daughter at the Hurann home are reported, along with a death for Percival John Lay and a note on Constable Frank Waime’s health. Various residents attend hospitals, celebrate birthdays, or see relatives in Wellington and surrounding districts.
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