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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 26, 1939
Page
3
A small airplane stalled during a river crossing near Mascot. The craft touched the ground, the propeller and wings were damaged, and the fuselage sustained damage. Both occupants escaped uninjured after unbuckling their belts and crawling from the wreck.
Wellington Municipal Council hears Railway Commissioners will sell 7. acres for £200 with access lane and fence, amid debate over value and proximity to the track. Aldermen question price while officials insist land is needed for a yard and note fencing near the railway station.
Wellington Municipal Council debated installing diagonal pedestrian lanes from the Stores Corner to the Bank of NSW. Aldermen argued over safety, traffic flow, and who bears risk if accidents occur, with calls for diagonal routes vs current alignment and delays in implementation.
Australian Agent-General C H Hay says the British wheat agreement is unlikely to adversely affect Australian wheat silos in the United Kingdom. The note explains that Britain’s planned purchase of about 200000 tons of Roumanian wheat is small relative to recent imports and should not depress Australian sales. The government may reallocate stocks if needed and sell mainly for animal feed, with future events expected to ease storage concerns.
In a heated council session Ald Dowd and Ald Thomais push for a scheme tied to a controversial project affecting tartey tartey and Bank of NAW. The Mayor warns only a chance move can rescind revolt ion as Ald Walker and Ald Thomas argue for time.
The intertown rugby match between Orange and Wellington ends with Orange securing victory amid strong forward play and standout contributions from F Brown and L Bullock. Wellington players and staff praise Wad Wally Matthews era while observers note a hard fought bout with two tries and a late equalizer attempt.
Sydney report notes the Federal Government has considered a plan for continuous investigation to curb excessive profits by all industries under tariff protection. It is expected to be announced soon, with focus on companies accused of excessive margins on articles with heavy duties.
Cyclists Downey and Vowen posted strong times in a Wellin cycling club event. Dutler and Horan also recorded fast laps while E Worum finished the journey in 35 minutes, dominating the field as the starter noted. The page lists several riders and their minutes as officials flagged a new course record.
The council decided to offer the Wellington Gasworks for sale by tender from December after debates on keeping the works open. Ald. Dowd urged an ad in the SM Herald to invite bids, while others discussed franchise, transfer logistics, and the impact on gas users if the plant closes. The report also notes potential electricity arrangements and consumer unit thresholds.
A provisional committee of the newly formed Chamber of Commerce met at Mr A F Wilds office on Friday night 23rd to review the constitution rules and canvass for members. Mr Wilking presided as chair with a slate of officers and committee members present. The draft rules and constitution were amended and recommended for adoption at the next general meeting as membership canvassing yielded strong support among local business people. The move aims to start with a register of members and subscriptions, with 74 paid to date, signaling early success. A municipal council letter invited delegates to a conference in Wellington on the 2th duty next regarding conservation.
The article reports on tennis club activity with many players, upcoming events, and entries. It notes large turnout at Baturlay with 30 town players and 19 school padders. The ambulance held a successful club room party. Club nights on Thursday attracted more players. The club championship runs July 8 to August 14 with singles, doubles, and mixed events. Entries close next Saturday with draws in the Times. Ladies and men doubles entries expected high. junior section progressing. club house open for competitors. hot water provided. Membership expected to rise by month end.
A provisional committee was appointed to assess the waters of the Maxquarie River. The next Rendall meeting is fixed for Friday evening July 7 and will be advertised in the press for potential members. Financial members will be notified individually by post.
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