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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 06, 1933
Page
2
The annual meeting of members will be held in the Sehoat W Arte Hall on Tuesday evening March 4 1933 at 8 o'clock. Business includes reviving and adopting the polling election as office holders and committee, and other general business. Admission 2 shillings. Secretary LING. Value 5 pounds.
A public meeting is convened in the Council Chambers on Saturday next in Wellington. Officials DEVINE President and secretary BLERCUMORS announce the gathering to discuss hospital carnival relief and use of resources, with others responding to the request. The date shown is March, 1933.
The Municipality of Wellington announces an extraordinary election to fill a vacancy for Alderman to be held on a Saturday in April 1983 following Sidney Pryk's resignation. Nomination Day is fixed for March 24, 1941, at the Council Chambers with forms available there. nominations must be written and signed by at least two electors and delivered by the returning officer before 2 pm on nomination day.
A Sydney report argues the rabbit menace threatens rural and urban areas. It notes farmers struggle to fund fencing while city dwellers seek state aid, urging broad community action and coordinated eradication beyond parochial borders.
Aki Piybe reports on a municipal by election following Alderman Pryke's resignation and the push for a new candidate, with mentions of cost, campaigning, and local officials. The piece also covers social events, a Wellington Public Tennis Club meeting, and the death of a well known district figure in Mudgee, with community responses and upcoming civic dates.
Froth Siouli Grids upset tea circle with a bold move that unsettled regular brews. Ruder party dismisses rival claims as fleeting, while enthusiasts eye upcoming tastings and new blends announced by organizers.
An advertisement touts Ericater as a world renowned maker of high quality radios at low prices. It claims Australia’s large Radio Engineering Works backs the product with laboratory research and lists tuning features and performance claims. A demonstration is offered at home to prove its superior electric performance.
Tomorrow night the Catholic parish at Enderby holds a parish meeting to debate whether a special tax should be imposed on bachelors under thirty. Government leaders and opposition figures are listed, with aim to foster parishioner involvement and recruit new members amid varied public interest.
The comitter of the abovenamed Chute meets Saturday night to coordinate entries and ensure the event proceeds smoothly. Secretary J Dowd handles sailing clan entries, while the Orange HALOS meet at Wallington with all huts participating, prep for a large crew turnout.
Franklin D Roosevelt pledges a wartime financial emergency plan and requests Congress to convene a special session to pass the necessary measures. He vows to revive the economy, restore markets, and alleviate unemployment while urging unity and resilience amid hardship.
Fragmented OCR text describes provinces lost to Japan during a distant campaign, with references to Susuki Brigade, capital defense, and shifting military intelligence. The passage mentions earlier conquests and emergency powers, but the text is garbled and difficult to verify.
Mr George Wilton reports to the Fines Office that extra money will be provided to supply more accommodation at Arthurville and nearby Yeoval and Cumnock. The agriculture deputy indicates a further 30 000 bushels will be allocated to improve storage and readiness for the forthcoming wheat season in surrounding districts.
James Aubrey of Peak was fatally injured Wednesday when a wood piece rebounded from a circular saw he was feeding. The timber struck his south jaw, nearly severing the tongue and tearing flesh, and he died at Par dex hospital. Sympathy is extended to Allen Chalmers of Curva Creek in this bereavement.
The St Pairick night concert on Thursday March 16 features Alexander Black the well known comedian and Tems Tram with an extensive repertoire. Highlights include Keep On Wedding Along and a new up-to-date version of Nine Miles from Gundugaic. Tickets priced 1/6 and 7/-, with box office opening at Carley Murphy's on Saturday for reservations and good advance business.
A Graziers meeting at the Imperial Hotel Trangic chaired by ML Scott discussed reforms. Delegates debate electoral seats, mortgage relief, fencing and rabbit eradiation, wool freight reductions, production cuts, and transport policies. They consider lowering production costs and prohibiting importation of certain commodities.
A telephonic discussion with Mr George Wilson and Mr Witton explores action on the Bur rendong Dam scheme. They note government loan limits, the need to keep the issue before Parliament, and pressure to secure funding as drought and water shortages loom for western regions.
The Coonamble carnival drew large crowds with Wellington entrants Brian Jones Eno Jones William Jones M Cummins F McCormick and Lex Lay Tharp among participants. Brian Jones won the 100 yards and 33 1 3 yard races while Lawley took the 320. Kurte and Kati featured in diving and sprint events as spectators expected a busy program at Domain Baths with free admission.
Personalities including Keith Hueman and Norman Rey travel to Australia for tests and holidays while Mrs Garnary, an old Wallingtonian, visits Wellington with renewed old friendships. Mass and talks mark a Wellington religious week as local members attend conferences and lodge events.
Obituary records the death of Edward Alteed Jothrey at Wellington District Hospital aged 48. He was a long time resident of Burredaong, survived by a wife, four daughters, and four sons. The funeral was held at Wellington Cemetery with services by Rev. Keith Norman.
During his brief stay in Welling on Friday last Mr George Wilson MLA met constituents and attended to local needs. He praised the board on completed works and the economy of spending while noting improvements seen. Representatives from the Washington District Ambulance League discussed matters with him and a relief proposal was found to require ministerial approval.
The executive of the hospital carnival leads a meeting held Thursday to assess the charity event. Officials discuss fund balance, allocations to the board president, and a potential March 20 show in Queenstown with a county visit and town stop planned.
Ambiguous text outlines a Saturday night meeting related to a charity drive and hospital fund. It mentions a cheque amount to be handed over after a parliamentary or community event. Details are fragmented with several garbled names and places. Further readable specifics are not present.
A chaotic entry describes coronation preparations at Empire Hall with delayed ceremonies. Plans include a public gala and a carnival element, while organizers seek broad participation and avoid disorder. The article notes efforts to ensure safety and broad access amid scattered confusion.
March began unsettled with light rain overnight and scattered showers during the day. Friday brought more rain and a warm spell, with total rainfall near 24 points. Saturday night eased as a warm front passed. A late afternoon storm and gusty winds followed, ending with cooler air and a total day effort that improved farming conditions for ploughing.
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