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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 30, 1924
Page
5
Mayor and Aldermen debate public works fencing for Maxwell Street and a new hospital lighting plan. Costs for foundations, materials, and possible contractors are weighed, with calls for inspections and committee reports before spending.
Ten members of Wallington Golf Club hosted the Dubbo team on Saturday afternoon. After the match, Mr. McManamey of Dubbo and the Western Tournament Golf Association welcomed the Wellington players. R. Bloechmure of Wellington thanked the visitors for their reception and praised the Dubbo outfit before leaving by train. Stan French led the only Wellington win as Mrs French faced the opponents.
A motor trolley from Rorhex Convent School turned turtle on Clarinda Street. Parker and others found a tangled map near the footpath. Most boys escaped with minor injuries while Bullock, Gilchrist were taken for medical care.
The AU Blacks defeated Warstady 8 to 2 in a rough second round match at Bell Park. Shervingham and Davidson led the Blacks with multiple goals as the Tahs struggled for defense, while Newell scored for the Blacks and Cock added two more later. England beat Australia in a dramatic rugby showdown at Junction Park with a late try narrowly deciding the result amid a large crowd.
The Back to Wellington Week aims to boost trade and tourism with concerts dances and a large band visit. Business leaders are urged to donate to cover initial costs while the Municipal Council improves arenas and streetscapes. Also debated are street lighting and riverbank safety measures as party politics shift in the region.
A reader urges an accord between the Back to Wellington Week committee the Show committee and the Teachers Federation. He argues the display should be on the show day with practical funding solutions and better ground arrangements to attract families while avoiding overburdening teachers or inflating gate takings. He proposes a percentage over average gate takings and suggests using ground options suitable for large crowds and clear viewing from a height.
An advertisement urges owners to have their motor cars brightened up at J. G Careveths shop which specializes in this thin type of work. Strong promotional tone for local auto painting services.
Attention drawn to the matter regarding letter boxes available for cinely and Degertma ea ieee. Boxes expire by junk. P Whyssall Deputy Postmaster General. Wanted to Dus-Old fale teeth 10 20 40 set given sold. Hand them to A Aldis, Bas 1656 GPO Sydney. Cash return vigil established 7 years. Dental notice.
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