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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 27, 1940
Page
11
A series of tennis cups drew 44 players with Brow and Kaloutaik as trophy presenters. Proceeds support rural youths, with donors urged for bake sale items. In ladies and men divisions, Whiteley and Purseglove lead, while local euchre and golf events boosted club funds. Dowd returns from holidays abroad.
Rainy days leave crops backward with only 34 points of progress noted. Mr W F Dunn Shea visited Eucharvena then Brooklyn Muir, Banks in Sydney, and C G Giffin in camp after medical testing. Cupid’s mischief brings three young men in the district under romantic interest.
A letter to the Inquirer cites June Times issue on refunding weighing charges by the Annioalisa Wheat Board. It directs applicants to write to the Wheat Board at Endeavour Base Sydney, detailing bushel quantities, fees paid, and refund claimed, with instructions to deliver wool and gear for verification.
A local note outlines the formation of the Dysosteme Comfort Circle in Uripatone with Mrs. Blackler as president and Grace Colreavy as secretary. Subgroups plan weekly meetings, first aid classes, and a 1s weekly membership fee. The item also lists social events including a marriage presentation for Neil McDowell and a theatre postponement, plus upcoming club activities and a list of attendees.
Personal items report Mr and Mrs F Webster arriving home after spending a holiday of two weeks in the city. Jon returned Friday after ten days in the city. Mia Jones was in the city for a few days last week with family. Mr and Mrs Cameron plan two weeks holidays in the Merriwa district and Sydney with Beth Giddings home again after three weeks in the Dubbo District Hospital recovering from appendicitis. A meeting of the Pioneers and JC Amsvelation held Saturday formed Soldiers Farewell Committee to honor enlisting men overseas. Elong defeated Ballimore 12 to 11 on Sunday. Ballimore had been undefeated. Next Sunday Elong travels to Werte.
A fog and late light rain disrupted a week of sun and calm, delaying the handicap results. Mesdames Freeklington Harvey lead in mixed doubles. A mixed doubles set to be played next Sunday on Montefiores courts, with proceeds aiding the Red Cross Society. We note retirements and welcomes among local players and families.
An old advertisement touts Charmosan face powder in all shades and sun tan. The promo mentions Hig Double line box priced at 2/6 and notes availability sold everywhere by chemists, drapers and foros.
A fragmented note discusses modern women in film stage and society, noting habits in homes and a cosmetics routine promoted by a product called Charmosan. It mentions makeup removal and a general push to combat aging, with fragmented phrasing and unclear attribution.
An OCR fragment shows an advertisement for Charmosan cold cream and Boudoir items with price notes 2/6 and tubes, followed by scattered unreadable text indicating wholesale or chemist references. The readable portion suggests a late 19th or early 20th century shop catalog tone.
A rural committee meeting in Cumnock heard no funds for gravel and road works. The session discussed the state of the main approaches, rescue measures, and preparations for wartime support, with officials noting delays and financial constraints. The theatre crowd attended events and recruitment news dominated, while a street stall benefited charity and locals donated to war funds.
The Balangora Red Cross held an afternoon sub-committee meeting with ninety ladies present. Members reported strong support for soldiers in active service and noted good work by the sewing and knitting groups. Ties to social events and forthcoming dances were described as well organized.
A garbled passage indicates no charge was made by the agent Shepard Harvey for yard fees by Homebush. The only charge mentioned is rail fare, which some sources suggest was not charged for certain chemietances.
A mixed tennis tournament at Western court on Sunday featured players from Wongurbon and Bullimore with Mrs Hedger of Malonure as runner up. Proceeds benefited Wongarlon branch of the Red Cross while notable attendees and social events added to a lively afternoon of sport and celebration.
An advertisement touts Teenzo as a cheap, quick cough remedy for coughs colds and throat irritation. It claims broad relief for adults and children and mentions a price in shillings with chemist availability.
Colind district officials announce four legal actions in a brief roundup. City court records show prompted hearings and anticipated rulings. Local offices urge residents to follow proceedings for updates.
A damaged notice fragment lists names and vague affiliations with addresses and numbers. It references piano tuning and wall or walling items and shows scattered personal names and places such as Wolfington and Wall. The text is unclear and partially illegible.
Quality day old chicks from proven layers advertised by Lidhvon Canine Co and AUSTRATUS KES. Prices listed in pounds per 100, with freight terms to Morris HRO field West. Uns
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