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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 09, 1933
Page
1
Royal Exchange Assurance plans a government backed scheme to cover risks of hail and fire and to provide workmen's compensation. The proposal would extend insurance coverage to weather related losses and industrial injuries, with premiums likely tied to risk factors and policy terms under consideration.
Dave Austin, aged between 60 and 100, claimed the Pioneers shop Bowling title in Wellington after a tough final with Ernie Fulton. Austin started behind but rallied with key shots, finishing four points ahead as the Western Stores and Edgley’s prize donated. In A grade, N Ayling defeated George Adlington by one point to 21.
In AST week the novices staged a tournament for the trophy presented by Shineberg. A strong and varied showing followed with promising talent among new entrants. The second round saw close play with two to four point gaps, as handicappers shaped the progress. Gi P Wall advances to meet the winner of M Metfick and W Lay after a brisk day of fast rounds.
The cattle market at Homebush held firm with 2050 head yarded. Bullocks sold from £6 to £11, cows £4, best beef to 80/-, good quality 25/-, medium 28/-, inferior 20/-. Sheep yarded about 85,000. wethers 6/ to 1s/-, ewes 5/- to 14/-, lambs 5/ to 2s/-, shorn sheep 4/- to 10.
Commercial prices list from Sydney produce assess today reads Tasmanian potatoes at 6 shillings to 6 shillings, eggs at 1 shilling 4 pence to 1 shilling 5 pence per dozen, oats 2 shillings 15 pence, onions 3 shillings to 4 shillings, lucerne 2 pence 9 farthings to 3 pence 9, wheat 2 shillings 7 pence to 2 shillings 7 pence. Other items include cheese, honey, and various feeds with multiple quoted ranges.
Sydney reports that the New Zealand House of Representatives passed a bill on currency reform. The Prime Minister stated in a public address that the government does not intend to debase the currency, and the new silver and copper coins would not alter the value of savings.
On Tuesday evening Powell defeated Mayes to gain a single position, with Tallows and Winew among leading players. Others like Joby Bailey of Orange Wax ranked high. results include Worboys defeating Higgins, Mayer and Cette drawing, Powell over Mayes, Bailey over Powell, and Pike securing wins over Bailey Lahy and Higgins.
In a crowded session last night the Adatine Cup finals produced tight results across four rink games. W Grimms and Wall led early rounds with close scores, while A T Smith secured a runaway 64 to 8 victory over Gibeon. Final tallies show H Zlehke and W Pulbrook among top scorers as Ayling and Truman faced mixed outcomes.
A Sydney case reports a 26 year old cashier Constance Pranvis remanded on a charge of stealing £28 from Pase Hillier Ltd with prosecutors noting a larger sum may be involved. Police expect further disclosures as inquiries continue.
In Sydney on Thursday, Nancy Petes aged 11 years suffered severe back and arm injuries after a fall from a balcony at the Mie ron's Point Hotel in North Sydney. She was admitted to hospital in critical condition.
A meeting of the Federal Country Party heard Dr Earle Page urge resignation as party leader. He warned the party’s policies fail to bridge price gaps between farm costs and factory prices, risking producer collapse and a broader business downturn. His letter cited low butter wheat and wool prices and rejected by the party’s national government cooperation efforts.
Cloudy and misty on the coast with further showers likely along the western shores. Inland, sultry skies rise with increasing clouds and scattered showers and possible thunder chiefly in the northwest and west. Winds mainly from the south to east, fresh and variable.
Sydney resident Alexander Navebton sues over a bicycle accident in Oxford Street Sydney. He sustained severe injuries and was admitted to hospital in critical condition. Police launched inquiries and later arrested a suspect in connection with the incident.
In remarks attributed to Chen, the Consul General to Chin ha, China is expected to defeat Japan on the fields as it did in Geneva. He predicts a single massive combined attack by rival forces within a month, despite demoralized troops and sporadic efforts to rally.
Ellison, Wellington’s radio specialist, advertises that buying from him avoids paying extra for reputation. He claims training and knowledge ensure a good set, with thorough installation and aftercare. Located next to the Royal Hotel, he guarantees instruction and invites demonstrations of radio questions.
Wellington based Harvey Brothers operate as jewelers and opticians with A. A. Harvey listed as an optometrist.
Jardine the captain of the victorious English eleven spoke at a luncheon in Melbourne praising the English cricket team as the happiest family to leave England for Australia. He noted rivalry without UK jealousy, countering Australian views of dissent among tour members and the removal of certain players.
Thursday John McNeill secretary of the New South Wales branch of the A W U who visited the Northern Territory on union business says the Territory may become an important centre for the treatment and exhibition of tuberculosis. He cites cases of beneficial effects observed in that climate.
In Canberra the Sydney member Eddie Ward was suspended from the sitting of the House of Representatives for insulting remarks and refusing to retract them made during a debate on the adjournment motion. The incident involved accusations against the Minister for Commerce I H Stewart and led to Labor tellers abstaining after the division.
Campaign observers in Western Australia note many lenders predict a strong tilt toward separation in the upcoming referendum with some estimating around 60 percent support. Secessionists, however, expect a larger majority.
An advertisement for today's hospital carnival notes a public meeting will be held on Saturday night to receive the carnival report and funds. The collected amount will be handed to the Hospital Board president by the mayor after the event, with hope that country attendees will support the carnival financially and attend in large numbers.
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