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Newspaper

Wellington Times

Location

Wellington, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Mar 12, 1925

Page

9

Funeral Notice for Mrs Cav angh and Mother

Friends of Mr W H Cav angh and family are invited to attend the funeral from Arthur Street tomorrow at 10 am for the Church of England portion of the local cemetery. C J Shakespeare, Funeral Director. A housemaid and a competent general are wanted for Trangie. Lost and found notices for a gentleman's watch, a tan light boot, and money found in Simpson's shop are listed with rewards and contact details.

W. H. Cavanagh Arthur Street Church of England C. J. Shakespeare Simpson

Election of Directors for Molong Pastures Protection District

Notice of election for eight directors of the Molong Pastures Protection District to be held with nominations on Thursday April 2 1925. Nominees must be on the roll and have paid rates, with at least three voters nominating. Nomination papers must be delivered by 6 pm April 1 1925 to the Pastures Protection Board Office Molong.

Pastures Protection District Molong Pastures Protection Board Ees Vis Board Big H. F. Chapman

Wellington Rates Overdue Notice

Overdue rates and charges must be paid by March 1925. Town Clerk W. A. Mille, Council Chambers, Wellington, issues the notice dated 10/8/26.

W. A. Mille Council Wellington

Macquarie Shire Invites Applications for Junior Clerk

Macquarie Shire Council invites handwritten applications for the Junior Clerk position. Include age and qualifications and submit to Shire Clerk J. Harvey Truman by 10 am on Saturday 14th inst. Salary £75 per annum. Macquarie Shire Office, 7 March 1926.

J. Harvey Truman

Insurance Agent Wanted in Wellington District

A large Australian insurer seeks an agent in this district. The firm offers fire, motor, personal accident, sickness, workmen’s comp, crop, hail, and livestock cover with attractive commissions. An inspector will visit Wellington to assist applicants and finalize negotiations. Reply to Insurance Agent, Post Office, Wellington.

Wellington Post Office

Local Jottings From Wellington And District News

Mr W F Dunn M L A informed by Railway Commissioners that Amaroo Shire's request to connect Cumnock railway station with the public telephone exchange has approval. Various local items follow including licenses, court notes, exhibitions, weather, and notices, with mentions of the Australian Made exhibition, Debtors Court, and upcoming meetings.

W. F. Dunn M.L.A Amaroo Cumnock

School Magazine postponed to a later issue

Reading space pressure forces postponement of this week’s contributions to the School Magazine. final publication will appear in a subsequent issue.

Soldiers Club and proposed sports meeting notice

A general meeting at the Soldiers' Club on Monday night next the 16th will form a committee for the Soldiers' Club and plan a sports meeting in Wellington on Easter Monday. A large attendance is hoped for as both aims deserve public support.

Wellington Yeu T. Myers Soldiers’ Club Dick Wilkins F. A. Naveau Soldiers' Club Gounell Bers

Baptist Church to Hear Dunkley on History We Guess

On Sunday night at the Baptist Church the Rev. F. J. Dunkley will speak on a man whose history we have to guess at. The children's story is Wise and foolish prayers. Congregational singing and a solo will be part of the program. All seats are free and hymn books are provided. Visitors are welcome.

Baptist Church F. J. Dunkley The

Odd bargain at Wellington horse sale

In Wellington, known for high prices, a pen of 12 horses sold together for £6 after two horses fetched £5 each. The lot was not impressive, and some speculated a newcomer could buy them to practice with, as the dozen totalled six pounds.

Wellington

Going Up at Monarch's Theatre This Saturday

A musical comedy based on The Aviator will play at the Monarch's on Saturday with the author posing as an aviator. Grace Douglas is noted in the tale. Also shown tonight Poli Negri stars in Montmartre a Paris life drama and Africa animal feature. Tomorrow Larry Lemon leads in Girl in the Limousine with Hearts of Oak as support. Swimming carnival pictures promise crowd appeal.

Grace Douglas Poli Negri Montmartre Paris Africa Larry Lemon Hearts of Oak

Hospital funds denied for Wellington District Hospital repairs

Mr H V Thorby M L A reports a government reply informing the Wellington District Hospital committee that a £200 grant for repairs and renovations is not available as the costs are a committee responsibility. The minister declines contribution. Also in brief a Wellington woman from Royal Hotel, Mrs Bammon, is missing details after a train incident between Raglan and Brewongie. She may have jumped or fallen from the train and was treated at Bathurst Hospital.

H. V. Thorby M.L.A Chief Secretary Cooet Wellington District Hospital Bammon Royal Hotel Wellington Sydney Bourke Raglan Brewongie Macquarie Plains Bathurst Bathurst Hospital

Big Clearing Sale Planned at Fairview Dapper

Auctioneers Beker and Campbell of Dunedoo and Abel Wilkins and Co of Wellington, acting for Mr M Falconer and Sons, will conduct a major clearing sale of the farming plant and stock from Fairview at Dapper on March 21. Full particulars appear in the advertisement.

Dapper Beker and Campbell Dunedoo Abel Wilkins and Co Wellington M. ¥. Falconer

Building allotments auction in Wellington addresses 18 sites

A. E. Rotton advertises 18 building sites for sale by auction on Saturday March 21 at 2.30 pm under Torrens title. Terms require 20 percent deposit, balance in four years at 6 percent. Properties are in solid residential positions amid housing scarcity. investors urged not to miss.

A. E. Rotton A. W. B. Ferguson Torrens Wellington

Millview Property Sale by Abel Wiking and Co

Abel Wiking and Co announce a sale at their office on Saturday April 4 for the well known Millview homestead owned by Mr E J Matthews. The property sits on 21 acres with multiple sheds and views the town. Inspect wishes may be arranged with the auctioneers who will provide full particulars.

Millview Abel Wiking and Co E. J. Matthews

Special Train For Garry Owen Races Planned

Local Garry Owen races committee arranges a special train from the Railway Station at 1.90 pm on Tuesday and Wednesday to reach the racecourse 25 minutes before the first race. The service promises easy access for patrons to view the course and place bets. Record entries indicate the meeting will be the biggest of the year.

Wellington horse sale reports strong demand for draught steeds

The Wellington sale saw 200 horses offered with 160 sold amid solid local and external buying. George Paul, Bedford Taylor & Weston Ltd report plans for a September gale yarding 500 horses at Wellington Yards, including 200 exceptionally good station bred animals first time on the market.

Wellington George Paul Bedford, Taylor & Weston Ltd Orange

Barber Upin wedding at St John s Wellington

Arthur James Barber son of Mrs Barber Georie and Miss Insema Uptin daughter of Mr W Uptin and the late Mrs Uptin were married at St Johns Church of England Wellington officiated by Archdeacon Barry Brown. Bride given away by her father wore white voile and carried a shower bouquet with gifts from the groom. Attendant Miss M Wood bridesmaid and best man Mr W Toohey. Reception at Mrs Toohey s home. Newlyweds to spend honeymoon in Orange after first train. future home Parkes. Gifts included a sea chest valued at £4 15s and other items.

St. John's Church of England Wellington Archdeacon Barry Brown Arthur James Barber Barber Georie Insema Uptin W. Uptin Mrs Uptin Geurie M. Wood W. Toohey

Old Lady Killed Near Arthur and Warne Streets

A fatal accident at about 7.30 last night near the Arthur and Warne Streets intersection killed Mrs. Sarah Cavanagh, 17, a resident of Arthur Street. The car driven by W Marks, with J Boucher nearby, struck her as she stepped onto the road from the railway gates. She died soon after hospital admission from multiple injuries. Mrs. Cavanagh, twice married, leaves a large family. funeral set for tomorrow at the Church of England burial ground with C J Shakespeare in charge.

Arthur and Warne Streets Sarah Cavanagh W. H. Cavanagh Arthur Street Church of England W. Marks J. Boucher Warne Street Mudgee Wellington Cavanagh

Local notices and appointments from Wellington district

Personal items from Bodangora and Wellington report medical procedures births promotions and job changes. References include Mr Newell undergoing an operation at District Hospital, a son born to Mr and Mrs Dawson, Constable Bartlett promoted to first class, Mr Becker appointed to Wellington Post and Telegraph Office, Mr Davidson returning from relieving duty, Judge Armstrong granting six months leave, and a new baby born to Mr and Mrs Johnson. Also noted are Mr Cosier relocating to Orange, Mr Moseley passing solicitor exams, Mick Gleeson sworn as Justice of the Peace, Mr W Byles undergoing surgery, Abraham G Brindley and William Gardiner exam successes and concerns about Gardiner’s hospital stay. Three old Wellington men recall earlier years.

Market notes and murder shock Redfern case in Sydney

This afternoon's market activity notes sheep and cattle prices with weak demand and unchanged produce values including potatoes onions and hay. A brutal murder in Dougina Street Redfern leaves Mrs Mary Smith dead and daughter Alice Quirk wounded. a neighbor heard screams and a tomahawk was found. Police detain a man. earlier, Sydney Reading and James King face conspiracy charges at Paddington court. Wellington Public Tends general meeting announced for Monday. Local ice cream sample offered at The Goldes Kay.

William Edward Willock Garryowen Kimbell's C. J. Shakespeare Perdrian Rubber Co Oddfellows’ Hall Don Williamson's Mariechen Wecselau Fanny Durack Miss Wehselau Sam Kahanamoku Frank Doyle V. Pawley Smart Joseph Thompson Maughan Street Mr. McTiernan M.L.A Wellington A. T. Smith Judd Harry Taylor Talbragar Street Dubbo Occidental Hotel Bonwell Macquarie Shire Council Golden Key Purser Mr. Green Optician F. C. Wall Queensland Blackhall Ranges Lucerne Mary Smith Dougina Street Redfern Seriou Alice Quirk Em Mary Reading Hayman Sydney Reading James Patrick King Paddington Dihma

Local Notes and Society Items from Orange District

The Orange Advocate reports on residents including Mr J B Leeds and Mr McNamee sharing reminiscences, a stroke admission for Lane at the hospital, and well wishes for recovery. It also notes the marriage of Janet Taylor and Rex Smith at Goomoo Homestead with Rev G Ford officiating, plus producer Dave Rich judging at the Mudgee Show where wheat samples impressed and Clydesdale sections stood out.

Janet Jy Taylor Goonoo Rex Smith Mra B Glenrock Gooms Homestead I G. Ford Dave Rich Wellington

Tragedy in Redfern as Two Women Shot in House

Two women, Mrs Marion Smith and her daughter by a former marriage, Ale Quirk, aged 22, were shot in Redfern and rushed to Sydney Hospital in critical condition. Mrs Smith died shortly after admission. the daughter remains critical. Police found two men leaving the house and believe the incident arose from a passion crime. Rain continues to fall at Lismore with flooding risk. roads and low-lying areas remain inundated. Wheat shipments rise as 7,810 bags loaded via country stations, while Railway Commissioners note delays not due to trucks but possible congestion at rail yards with rejected wheat.

Sydney Sydney Hospital Redfern Marion Smith Ale Quirk

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