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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 19, 1925
Page
11
A historic clipping notes Dancing Miss Mackay teaching dance in Soldiers' Club. Public dances occur Saturdays and Sundays with sessions on Wednesdays. Details include class times and dates, reflecting community social events of the period.
Notice of election for eight directors of the Pastures Protection District Molong to be held on April 2 1923 nominations open to qualified voters who must be nominated by at least three eligible voters and delivered by 6 am on April 2 1923 at the Molong board office Nomination papers require full name address occupation and signature of nominators with the returning officer H F Chapman Molong 12th March 1926
Public School Magazine from Wellington Intermediate High School presents notes on Mount Everest expeditions with figures such as Monet Mal Jory and Somerwall, and reflections on the Sphinx and the pyramids near Cairo. The piece juxtaposes climbing feats with ancient wonders, and includes a dramatic river rescue scene involving Huntley and a North West Mounted Police trooper.
A rough tale describes a settler family in Canada plagued by Indians led by the chief Black Snake. John is captured and later rescued by soldiers, another girl is captured and the Indians are killed, driving them from the area. The story ends with a braced figure facing danger in the Canadian range.
At Sydney wool sale on Monday buyers and dealers showed vigorous demand with Germany Belgium Italy and the United States active. Merino fleece and skin trades drew keen bids while broader merino values remained irregular. Over 40 000 lots sold with notable prices for ewes lambs and crossbreds as races to hold a firmer tone emerge from the market. Local sales at Homebush and Winchcombe Carman’s auctions reported declines in some values and varied clearing prices across shorn wools.
W H Whowney reported yarding about 40 000 sheep on Tuesday March 10 with a large turnout of buyers from Riverina Monaro and surrounding districts. Most sheep were bred locally and in splendid condition with many sections directed to local breeders.
A reader letter by Eileen Stev enbon advises on friendship and judgment. It urges acceptance of flaws, rejects judging by appearance, and emphasizes heart over shells. The writer notes differing interests, such as reading and sports, and promotes kindness and loyalty in relationships.
Reports indicate severe famine in Ireland due to potato crop failure. Cecilia John, secretary of the British Save the Children Fund, travels from Melbourne to inspect conditions and aid. The fund opens a relief center in the west, supplying milk and clothing while urging Australians to donate via the Sydney home treasurer at 88 Pitt Street.
A fragmented notice describes rival country towns adopting modern economical methods to build chalet villages for about £400 per unit, aiming to house 100 families with a £50,000 fund. It mentions Sir George Fully surveying land, a council of experts, and a fundraising appeal led by Mr George L Wheeler for the Help for Car Divers? Appeal Committee with prize incentives and multiple supporters.
Chief Secretary Mrs Owkey announces steps to update the 1024 roll including electors who changed abode or qualified since. Displays of electoral notices will appear at Schools of Arts post offices and courts to warn and compel enrolment with penalties for noncompliance.
An ad style notice promotes a Maxonola sideboard touted as a beautiful furniture piece that contains four musical instruments. The local agent E. L. Wall in Lae Birger is listed as the contact.
A Dubbo week mix brings marriage vows at Holy Trinity Church as Victor George Laughton wed Miss Lor ie Shabel. The paper records deaths including James Ernest Nash of Orange and notes social updates from Orange and Condobolin, with engagements, relocations, and local society moves among residents and visitors such as Mr. Varney Burns and Miss Nellie Stewart.
The Sunday March 22 church schedule includes Catholic mass times at Wellington and nearby towns, with Benedictio and other services noted. Baptist services are listed for Wellington and Bodangars with local pastor credits and times for Sunday and weekday services.
Local church notices report a series of events at Wellington including family Ber jodankora and a twilight gathering at Anthemt Rew TK Taylor. Details are fragmentary but indicate community activities and service reminders in the Wellington area.
Windersh at 4 pm Wellington 7.40 jum Presby ter Ree MG Ford. The Salvation Army Special meetings conducted by Brieudier Goldfinah with Sydney visit by Major Annette. Sunday Wellington, meetings by HP amie. Salvation: nec Fae.
At a committee meeting of Moluny Cottage Hospital a dispute arose over charging for treatment in public wards. The medical officer defended existing practice as following rules, while the hospital president condemned survival fees. A motion was set for revising rules to align with Minister for Health guidance and avoid private patient charges in public wards. Morning and afternoon meals were noted as served at the Golden Key.
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