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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 29, 1939
Page
6
After a long illness Mary Kelaher author of Apron Strings will announce date for her first broadcast. Her talk will answer critics of Apron Strings and discuss maternal love amid controversy. The novel, one of the most thoughtful and provocative works published in 1838, is noted for sparking debate.
The advance demand for new Century editions of Marcus Clarke’s masterpiece For the Term of Natural Life shows publishers’ faith in presenting the genuine Australian edition. The novel reveals the convict system’s evils, contrasting with abridged versions that misled readers about Russ Dawes and his beloved Dora.
A garbled note references Marcus Clarke and a tale titled The True Verion the New Century with hints that enemies were defeated and some entities or events saved, dated seemingly in periods 28 and 46 before an unspecified year.
The question asks who is the best selling Australian novelist. Frederick Thwaites is named as the sole answer, noted for brisk plotting and strong emotional scenes. New Century Press has published many of his books in half crown and full edition formats.
A review discusses the volume Bail Up which separates fact from fiction about Ned Kelly and his associates. It notes the author Hilary Loft presents career facts of Ned, his brothers and mates Steve Hart and Joe Byrne, with numerous authentic details arranged in proper order for reader judgment.
In rock gardens select plants by position shade or sun and soil moisture. Choose Tree Ferns for uplift and contrast the rock textures. Trailing choices include Lotus and Thunbergia with bright flowers, while alpines like Campanula Fragilis and Potentilla suit shaded and rocky zones.
The article argues Baby Health Centres improve child care, noting attendance from stove, Rose Bay, and similar areas. It critiques two groups: those prejudiced against centers and those who avoid effort, both resulting in limited access to modern mothercraft instruction and benefits for children. The piece laments many children end up in hospitals due to neglect.
The passage describes a tense weather shift with bleak winds and clouded skies, while spring arrival signals life with budding flowers and green grass. A festive air lingers as nature awakens, though shadows remain from a night of darkened skies and storms.
A message urges mothers to shed prejudice and neglect, urging them to take their babies to Health Centres for better health. The appeal calls on sensi mothers to learn the happiness of healthy children and to join this health movement.
Sheila and Howard drift into a widening breach after a quarrel while Sheila rehearses under naval music lessons. Her musical circle grows, with Casini, Maurice, Forsetti, Garner, Jowen, Clayton, and Hales visiting. Mario urges a public bow and has arranged interest from Cezanne.
In London Cezanne, despite health issues and a reputation for unreliability, remains the era’s foremost violinist. His Albert Hall appearances drew massive crowds while critics noted his showmanship and enduring popularity. Sheila urges a resignation from the Studin orchestra to allow Maurice to find a replacement.
Grow your own fruit catalog entry lists Apples Apricots Almonds Figs Nectarine Peaches Pears Quinces Cherries Dranges Lemons Mandarins and other citrus. Portage or freight extra. Write for catalogue. Shepherd & Son LTD Eden Seedteme Eden BYANAY Kydney.
The article discusses forming a Police Boys Club in Wellington to foster better understanding between police officers and boys youths and men. It notes clubs emphasize physical culture and cultural training, rely on local generosity, and aim to unite community support despite limited facilities provided by the Church of England Gymnasium.
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