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Newspaper

Wellington Times

Location

Wellington, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Jun 27, 1940

Page

6

District News: Stuart Town Red Cross Branch Formed

A district Red Cross branch was formed at a meeting convened by Mrs Waterhouse, electing Onterway president and Mrs D Burrows secretary. Deputation met officials to discuss local water supply while interment. staff medical exams. injuries from a fall. and four ball competition at Eolt Links. The group announced fundraising of £90 for Lord Mayor, local Red Cross, and Commonwealth fund.

Mra Waterhouse Eld Ikwad Red Train Lb Onterway Mrn D. Burrows Sh Harri Gleeson Lee Joos Mower Ain Dunn Vox Rifmond T. Srod Davin Plave Wellington Mouns W. Wilhon W. Brown W. Martin C. McGilshan Nt Sydney C. Manning C. Dickerawn J Woot Ki Dumond Fred David Sconion Bolt Lord Mayor's Red Cross Common Wealth

Wongarbon Defeat Of Local Tennis At Dubbo

Friends of Mr A Field learn he is a patient at Nubbe Hospital. Local tennis players defeated Main Roads Hoar at Dubbo on Sunday with sets 20 tall. Yeoval visits Sunday. local footballers also lost. A Saturday night ball supported the Tuihho Ambulance, with attendance, dancing, and prizes.

A. Field Nubbe Hospital HL Tuphes Chatswood Wis Dlelen Mee Murrey Vincent Hex Oleh Ariel L Vuig June Detty Wongurbon Tamworth Dubbe Yeoval C. Baker

Wellington Technical Advis ory Committee discussed training for air force

Mr HM Harris assistant to the Superintendent of Technical Education spoke to the Wellington Technical Advisory Committee in the High School Library about expanding technical education to train men for air force needs. He noted Treasury limits on new works and the challenge of training in country centers while outlining a practical path for wartime technician education and recruitment.

HM. L. Harris Techical Education Wellington Toterduchig By. Harris Wale Iwcu Uneris Herrin Henry Tmynthua Turin Emis Ate Air Force Arminiicers Neesent Hbirris Schymny Alveratt Technics College Romer

Newsprint Rationing Ties to Federal Control

An early wartime report notes newsprint rationing will be coordinated with the Federal Government to conserve scarce resources. All newspapers face licenses and quotas, with distribution tied to strict government guidance and stock controls.

Moenup Herald Avery Synerict Government

War training debate on town classes and technical education

A district meeting discusses using local towns for war training offerings in mathematics and technical subjects. Committees propose evening courses in algebra mensuration and mechanics to prepare men for factory work and eventual call-up. Views diverge on university access and district technical education aims.

Mort Mecenary Isine Minny Gyan Hsaby Psi Haris Wit Harris Wallace Muvrin

Golf Championship Events Highlight Club Tournament Details

The club reports the Maat west Wade Cup winner and runner up with scores, lists players linked to the championship, elimination posts, and names several attendees and officials. It notes defending champions, eligibility for events, and a forthcoming mixed tourney and straw vote for events with dates and locations to be announced.

F. Pitt W. Powell de Richmond Thautor Gene Pinger Cameron Willa Menthyr Aricipating Urawa

Associates Play Associates Wayne in a Windy Duel

In a damp, windy contest Wayne edged Associates with a close score as Mies eye broke during play. The win followed by a later defeat on Tuesday, with Botts and Mienie Bey contributing as Mors and Winnie also featured in the event. The future plans include a district visit and standings to be updated as results come in.

Wayne Sae Cunik Vending Holfd Durie Mies Hanibeag Tivskess Amd Aly Jules Thesday Mya Goa & Haves Mophy Ms Rail Daeidon Wellington Tistriet

European wool imports and sheepskins face disruption

War related demand strains wool and sheepskin supplies in Europe and the United States. Australian wool is offered, with prices and import controls affecting UK, France, and other markets. French centers struggle as 1914 18 war impacts production while Australian shipments seek to cover gaps.

United States Carew Ltd Rae Australia Austratia South Africa Mazemet France Mesamet Ballarst

Methodist Church plans special Sunday service program

The Wesley Church will host a special Sunday service with organ and choir music including Bach and a traditional hymn. Rev Gordin Wood conducts and participation includes Girls' Comradeship and the Order of Knights in regalia.

Wesley Bon Hadrion Ste W. Theotald Fistaneous Baeh Stein Order of Knights Gordin Wood Youval Che Lisemanid Cura Creek Pam Motland Ah Wesley Janice iv Noreow Esiday Wight Tonga Fiji New Guinea

Influenza Epidemic Affects Sydney Military Camp

An influenza epidemic spread through a Sydney military camp at the show ground affecting 8000 troops. Urgent precautions were ordered by military authorities to curb transmission. A valedictory service was held amid departures of notable figures from Wellington.

Aney Sydney Show Ground Wellington W. Il Inocks Ben Nuvenu

Macquirie screens presents a night of varied film fare

The Picture The Macquirie offers Faat and Furious a murder mystery set in a glamorous pageant. Ian Sothern and Franchot Tone star as detective and rival, with intrigue surrounding a beauty contest murder. Also shown are Thin Man in Paris and Honeymoon in Bali, featuring Harry K. Barnes, Valarie Hobson, and Garry Marsh in a lively lineup.

Everall Eve Filina Franchot Tone Ian Sothern Sinien Laine BroadWay Jay Tone Ani Ant Sothern Garda Paramount Engin Paris Macauaries Fat Danham Studios Wimie Stave Peodurut Wutchors Ray Harry K Barnes Valarie Hobeen Mr Drake Hero Rucceasul Aereon Alefastaie Sim Tx Ame Kelward Lewy Scotland Yard Garry Marsh Anthony Havelock-Allan Bali

Florin Afternoon Helps Lite River CWA Comforts Fund

A thin afternoon at Pontagenpis courts raised funds for the Lite River CWA Comforts Fund. Residents from Georie and nearby districts attended despite initial resistance, enjoying tennis and other games, with refreshments and prize drawings.

Pontagenpis C.W.A. Comforts Pano Intrivketeally Georie Wom Martine Tod. Payne Nandius Ellin W. Whitylers Syem W. Cousitix M. Mar- Unshidies Paildemns Minn Giddings W. Morlay Lorn Giddings Mise Lettie Payne

Weather Forecast With Showers Across Regions

Forecast indicates scattered rain moving north with heavier bursts along the coast and north. Northern areas stay unsettled inland later, while southern regions remain mostly fine but with showers. Temperatures cool at night with mist in eastern zones and lighter winds across Canton area.

Ayan Canton

Gifts to the Common Wealth War Fund recorded

The list shows free gifts including Fingh £8 4d on 9 July, Mr GV Bylaw £6, Wr Ay Lane £10, and Mr LC Mason £10, noted as contributions to the war fund.

Fingh GV. Bylaw Ay Lane Mr. LC Mason

Wellington Comforts Fund Report Stresses District Coordination

The Comforts Fund Committee in Wellington plans centralized yet district specific support for enlisting sailors and soldiers. They aim to prevent overlap and duplication by coordinating with district committees and fundraisers, with funds sent to George Puil’s office by July 1.

Mr. Coorg Perrene Enany Macriel Wach Elie Wellington York Conyfort George Puil

Reduction in Awaiting and Overhound Racing Recommended

A 40 percent cut in awaiting and overhound racing was advised in a report by five committees of Minivtcera, accepted by the State Cabinet yesterday. The committee will meet with racing representatives to discuss voluntary measures and collaborative action toward a solution.

Tubscommittes Af Minivt Cera Racine Badlun Te Ing Groucht Aloilt Volun

Tennis Notes at Bundy and Dubbo Club Events

Jumbled report outlines a July tennis program with events at Bundy and Dubbo. Mentions all events including doubles on Thursday and men’s singles, with several players listed and noting open participation for junior members of the club.

Tullawinse Wurnumiers Patwmount Club Dubbo Strane Dubber Gilgonden Ollowine Piust Meslanien Bavi T ” Brockdington Ds Cy Haynes Mines Everett J. Stephens Av Spratt Revell Mpony Bale

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District News Stuart Town RED Cross S$. Society Mtr Florin FOR Comforts Fund Macquarie Fred MacMurray Madeleine Carroll Allan Carolyn Lee Allan Jones Miss Carroll Macm Barry K. Barnes Valerie Hobson Alistair Simm Ann. Sothern Franchot- Tone ATF Alrwady Mie Tessin Mayfair Gene Autry Jane Withers Fligh Franchat Ann Sothern
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