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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 27, 1935
Page
6
The Wellington Musical Society and supporters push for hospital funding as aims to endow and sustain the hospital. Plans show community backing and a proposed grant to aid maintenance while ambulance services await approval from authorities.
The report describes a bowls event rich with players such as Bill Willock and Low Me, noting Corwell’s program of games as singles and a push to beat each opponent. Lon earned two wins from the week, McConnell claimed a 21 to 18 victory, while Willock won 23 to 13 in the final derby. The piece suggests this may be Cor Lislinn’s last rally.
A century old mystery near Edwin Drood is depicted as solved when the Mayfair Theatre hosts a feature on the unresolved tale. Universal studio’s insiders discuss divided solution while Mina Robson leads a family business legacy and faces renewed pressures to sustain the industry amid a money crisis.
The district reports a long dry spell with minimal rainfall this June, yielding little value for crops despite two moderate rains this season. Farmers seek steady soaking rain to promote growth while western stock and sheep look for feed. Victoria experiences heavier downpours in some areas contrasting drought conditions.
Associates of the Wellington Club announce their annual Open tournament for this Saturday with entries expected from surrounding districts. A strong field of players is anticipated, aided by a new club house and improved playing conditions. Miss Trene Cunningham, recent Western Districts champion, is among the notable entrants, with over two hundred entries projected and about sixty players in Tor.
Town Club ladies team led by Mrs BG Brown and Miss Fe Barrett meets Dubbo Tennis Club at Dubbo. Entries close tomorrow for women’s week end events and mixed doubles handicap on July 7. A twelve man Town Club squad will visit Dubbo on July 14 with practice sessions on Saturdays and Wednesdays.
Despite garbled text, readers learn of a Wellington District Band event at Emapire Hall last Monday, with the Lyric Orchestra providing a fine program of dance music. The floor was excellent and attendees enjoyed the evening, including several waltzing competitions.
Wellington Pols Club plans a two day carnival at Folio ground Molong Road on July 2 and 3. Teams Navramine Gilganea Wellington prepare for strong matches and the Wellington Cup rivalry with Gileandra and Nm omine B. Crowd anticipated. afternoon events and social program for members and visitors are noted if weather allows.
A social function featured dancer Kath Leun Robinson of Dubbo performing solo dances to enthusiastic applause. The supper was supplied by the Band Ladies Auxiliary, with notable attendance by Mesdymus Newell and Bairden, president Mrs. Gupnell, and the ladies committee. Guests praised the event and its attention to detail.
Wynall wheelmen Bennett and Barkell promote a cycling series on Wynall Road next Saturday 27 June with senior and junior events. Courses run from Parraqnatea and Lone Pine garage traffic head for about 60 miles for seniors and 20 miles for juniors. Prizes valued at about £75 are donated by Bennett and Barkell Led with WS.W. League of Wheelmen. Details from Wynall agent Daley, Wellington.
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