Weather Update From Wellington Describes Rain and Crop Outlook
Rain began before 4 am and continued to 9 am while Wellington recorded 28 points at the post office. The article notes ongoing wet conditions, compares monthly totals to last year, and forecasts beneficial rain for future yields. It mentions a prior 40 point fall on the 17th and hopes for 2–3 days of soaking rain to support winter crops.
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Wellington
Oxewan
Hoon Lovday
Hain
Grenfell Jockey Club Meet Opens With Farr Son Favoured
The Grenfell Jockey Club meet opened yesterday with Farr Son winning the cup as the 8 to 2 favourite. Entries included Goldworth Erin's Daughter Gala Night in the Maiden Handicap and Silora ugronda Marah Air Flow in the Flying Welter Handicap, with various other races featuring noted horses and an apprentice rider Ws Lappin mentioned among yesterday’s activities.
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Grenfell Jockey Club
Farr Son
Rowntia
Goldworth
Erin's
Anomalous Freight Charges Spark Railway Question
Local note questions why two paper bales of equal space pay different freight. A Railway Department officer explains costs vary with paper value, not volume, prompting continued debate over charged rates.
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Freieht
Railway Department
Asia
Government borrowing rises as leaders push plan
The piece argues that private borrowing ends in collapse while government borrowing grows under stress. It notes a 441 million borrowing program approved by the Loan Council and reports premiers leaving the meeting pleased with decisions, suggesting a belief that stopping borrowing is unaffordable.
Britain’s strained posture amid European, Asian pressures
Britain faces a tough balancing act as it copes with European obligations and Japanese moves in China. The nation cannot both reinforce Far East forces and preserve European deterrence, risking a precarious strategic position on two fronts. The public questions Prime Minister Churchill and Parliament while urging restraint and long-term strengthening of Britain’s land, sea, and air forces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Britain
Chamberlain
Great Britain
Beattle middleweight title change and racing results
A boxing recap notes Al Hostak reclaiming the middleweight crown by defeating Sally Krieger via technical knockout in the fourth round at Beattle. The passage also mentions race results with a rider who won the first three events and placed second in two, and another rider who rode Talavers who equalled the track record.
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Didate, Talavers
al Hostak
Sally Krieger
Beattle
Tennis Notes from the Club Day and Upcoming Events
A lively club day on the courts featured top players like Joe on 80 and runners up in the open singles. Ladies and men ready for the doubles tournaments on Sunday start at 9:45 AM, with the American system and graded divisions. Junior practice urged ahead of the holidays. Next Wednesday July 5 Dubbo’s Dan O’Brien brings an eight person ping pong team to showcase Western champion talent.
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Anan
Joe
Sinsclair
Mouare
Sinsinir
Addis
Herding
Andaiven
Dan O'Brien
Dubbo
Danny
Rugby Union clash set as Spring Hill visits Wallington
Rugby match planned for Saturday features Spring Hill traveling to Wallington to face the Wellington team selection. Listed Wellington players include W Baker F Brown L Bullock A Cordy B Campbell Callins E Fhunt D Kelly dp Lewis H Morgan N Paul Fi Sparks ft Luton B Poole T Monkes E Lay M Veech T Payne. Players urged to arrive at Bell Park early for a prompt start.
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Spring Hill
Wallinngton
Wallington
Wellington
W. Baker
F. Brown
L. Bullock
A. Cordy
B. Campbell
Callins
E. Fhunt
D. Kelly
Dp Lewis
Tum
H. Morgan
N. Paul
Wallington Reds Forge To Meet Forbes In Cup Clash
Rugby league preview notes Wallington Reds travel to Forbes for the Jebnsia Walker Cup first game. Reds are strong contenders and aim to defend last year’s trophy. Details list squad names for the tourney and a reserve side, with selection notices for unavailable players.
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Wallington Reds
Forbes
Rue Dubbo
Reds
Reda
Cufkin
Dres
H. Wilson
W. Holloway
G. Hickey
T. Cray
W. Powell
Theie Kell
T. Culkin
J. Noble
A Kiteh
J. Curkin
T. Ewart
Cal
Blubberfeld
T. Newall
R. Stubberfield
Unemployed Plea Moves Wellington Council
Alder Thomas led a heartfelt appeal for the needy at the Municipal Council. He urged pragmatic action to relieve distress, noting many unemployed strive but cannot find work while praising measured relief over empty rhetoric. The discussion touched on broader economic issues and national strain, urging local measures to prevent starvation and destitution.
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Thomas
AM. Thoman
Wellington
Germany
Japan
Australia
Obituary of Mary Egan 10 in Burrandong
The death has occurred of Mary Egan at age 10 after pneumonia. She was the eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs J. Egan of Burrandong. The funeral will be at Wellington Catholic Church at 11 a.m. tomorrow for burial in Curry Creek Catholic cemetery. Funeral arrangements by Mourns, Ca Phinkespours, gad Bons.
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Mary Egan
Mew
J. Egan
Burrandong
Wellington
Curry Creek
School notes plan improvements and demonstrations at High School
Mears T St Frost and RL Atkinson surveyed future wardens' needs and recommendations are in process. The Horticul tural Society promotes school garden trophies for girls and boys. A meeting at the High School Library will discuss technical education improvements and form a committee. Roy Agnew will visit July 12–13 for a demonstration. A machine loan supports visual education. a radio set aids girls. Intermediate certificate exams will be held November 21, 1939 with public service eligibility via examination.
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Mears T. St
Frost
RL Atkinson
Horticultural Society
Mins M. Beuld
Central District Library
Prank Murray
Roy Agnew
Football notes on Forbes trip and cup players
A committee meeting discussed the Forbes trip this Sunday July 2 as a curtain raiser for reserves. Two meals for cup players were approved. attendance rules will be enforced and a players bonus scheme is now in operation. The team will leave from the Court House Hotel at 9.15 am.
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Molone Lt
Drebh
Ant
Forbes
Norman Foxall
Ot Dubé
Co Omeiste
Foxall
Jetter
Coolah
Higgins and Co
Linus
Hus
Court House
Land Endeavour
Social event by Wallingims militia at White City Mall
The initial social under the auspices of the Wallingims militia at White City Mall attracted about 260 attendees. MCs Haynes and Beret kept dancing rapid with Lyric Orchestra providing music. Proceeds from the social will fund a gymnasium and other club needs, with another dance planned later in the season.
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Wallingims
White City
Ben
Haynes
Beret
McKensie
M.C
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Revulte
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Kentucky
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Table Talk
Sweet Boliero
Roy Ensign
Awcot
Cherry Bar
Flumarl
Windtitd
Tatoo Mustapha Ponto
Ameat
Musting
Ws Lappin
Dempsey
AIL
Rugby Union
Rugby League
Johnny Walker
Ald. Thomas
Thom
Misa Mary Egan
Cuenn
Peer Walk
Oy' Ae
Pane Oatwye Maree
Sally Grey
Lupino Lane
Seymour Wel
Donald Duck
Walt Tl
Rere
Clark Gable
Myrna Loy
Phu
Sydney
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