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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 28, 1928
Page
12
Wellington narrowly defeated Yeoval 7 6 at Bell Park in a heated Johnny Walter Cup clash marked by crowd disorder and multiple suspensions. Refereeing controversy and repeated fights disrupted the match as Yeoval attacked early and Wellington seized late to prevail.
Reserve grade curtain raiser saw Wellogion and Yeoval play in a spirited but error prone match. Wellington won with an early goal from a free by Frank Naveau as Me W Pulbrook impressed as referee in a closely fought contest.
The Wellington League side travels to Dubbo on Sunday to contest the Reynolia Cup at that centre. Named players include backs Rayni quarters, B Campbell, 8 Beach, 1 McConnell, a Deohan, five eighth R West, half Joe Deehan, and forwards Jones, Masterson.
A Prohibition speaker at the Methodist Church argues for nationwide prohibition, listing drunkenness loss of efficiency and broken homes as motives. He cites New York figures and U S. experience, noting September vote on prohibition with compensation and urging public support.
The text notes ratification of prohibition by 48 states with 75 percent in the upper house and 0 in the lower. It argues repeal support would require two thirds in Congress and state ratification, citing California referenda results and a dry governor elected in 1926. It discusses Hoover's presidential nomination signaling GOP enforcement backing and hints at Democratic stance pending their convention.
Enthusiasm filled the Wellington Golf Club general meeting in the Council Chambers as Mr. M. Gy Cuter presided. Members debated finances, proposed a 1s per round or weekly ticket fee, and discussed committee expenditures with a shortfall of about £70 for the season.
The discussion covers club welfare, adjournment, and proposed scheduling for links events on Tuesday Friday and Wednesday through Saturday. Treasurer reports two tournaments profitable showing profits of 26 270 and 34 40 11 with entry rules and non playing members’ participation restrictions noted.
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