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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 30, 1941
Page
6
The Wellington Municipal Council held a brief Fortnightly meeting with a bare quorum. Attendees included the Mayor Dr. W. W. Savage and Aldermen F. Thomas J. F. Walker W. Gardner and T. Kelly. apologies from W. Rose J. P. Dowd J. M. Whiteley.
The Karnpre and Generatory Company report the 26th season results with a large catalog of wool lots. The Western division supplied most bales while the Northern Plains provided additional consignments, including crutchings and broader bale categories. Adverse conditions reduced staple length and delayed growth, but overall output and quality figures are documented with specific lot counts and origin notes.
A fragment discusses definite understanding among engineers about producer gas safety. It notes recommended preemptive precautions for engine operation and weekly shutdown procedures, emphasizing careful handling and gradual system cooling at day’s end.
A report notes a minister statement that the National Union of Railways workers would be banned, seen as a move to placate labor groups. Critics question ministerial control and political motives, with references to historical tensions and broader trade union dynamics.
Wartime fuel restrictions threaten Sandy Hollow Mary Yala strategic railway project with delays as 200 workers including skilled miners face transport and visit difficulties. Transport constraints from rationing impede tunnelling and site access, risking burnout and slowed progress until fuel supplies stabilize.
The Times Aerial Editor states Germans have pressed a propaganda campaign to blame Britain for civilians bombings in occupied Belgium and the Netherlands. Belgian and Dutch observers note discrepancies, with RAF and Italian air activity cited and fears of civilian casualties amid strategic targets and anti allied messaging.
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A friendly rugby style football match at Bail Friday afternoon saw Wellington Public School trounce St Mary’s Convent 16 to 0. Peter Brown stood out for Convent while K Jidinsen and C McMillen scored for Public School, with both teams displaying strong tackling and rapid ball movement.
The Labour Government plans to extend the wage tax until October 31 though the 30 day expiry looms. It could raise about 28 million to cover pledged promises and faces opposition over who bears the burden as deductions may shift to income tax. The move aims to avoid overburdening workers but signals continued tax policy uncertainty.
The Board of Trade aims to concentrate British industry to conserve labour. Government officials plan to extend powers to direct production, with a focus on weaving textiles, silk, and other war materials, and to create factory and storage networks. The policy seeks regional concentration and priority for essential goods during the coming months.
The report notes increased yardings of 14,200 head with mixed ewe quality and a shift to poorer grades. Competition remained strong for homewethers but overall prices were down about 1 to 2 shillings per head, with A grades in low demand. Sutes listed include C. W. Rich of Wellington selling wethers at 20 shillings.
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