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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 26, 1908
Page
4
The town of Wallington outgrows its facilities as population rises and a new court house is debated. Telephony and post office services suffer from under staffing with untrained youth at the exchange. Advertisements note forthcoming sales, social events, and local meetings, reflecting a busy community amid infrastructure strain and civic discussions.
Local notes record stock sales at Homebush Inst Mooay with entries for Ao count T Colling Walling and lambs, plus prices. A cheap excursion train from Wellington to Bislbourne departs at 7.20 on Monday April 13. Reports cite Mr Soko Dawnon visiting Wycombe, and an incident involving Mr Elwrighe and others. Traweon plans to visit Tinkbo and attend events. Golivers lecture series listed with Parvate Association sponsorship and a dinner, followed by a speech to Dubbo district teachers Saturday.
The Municipal Council debated overdue rates totaling over £1000 and approved notices requiring arrears paid within a set period. It planned to seek £900 from the Minister and strengthen enforcement of the Noxious Weeds Act with notices to landholders.
The Intelligence Department announces completed arrangements for a formula to scope the orchard and grain project of Blatchin 0 to be offered by auction on April 8 at Monon with reduced railway fares. A single fare will apply, with rain checks, and the list for Orange on April 7 is arranged. Individuals seeking this concession should contact the Intelligence Department or the auctioneers.
Monsignor Long considers creating a Sadat corps at the Walllogian Convent School. About 25 to 30 boys could receive military training, benefiting both the students and the Commonwealth. Major Dove, officer in charge of cadets, has not replied yet.
A damaged note reflects on a pair of wheels made by Mr. Thompson over forty years ago for Mr. Ges O Brien. The timber is worn but the wheels have served well and remain sturdy, with Mr. Thompson pleased by the enduring quality of his craft.
A further meeting of the local Half soteercaerns rec night in the room wi ie work of formation was advanced an thar On and after Moodsy next members of the Half Company may obtain all this office orders on as oh The Half Gc will moat gale at the urdarly roots 08 Weednoe day night next.
A garbled OCR fragment describes a traffic or road incident with a driver failing to stop and a load relief action. Details are unclear, names and places not decipherable, rendering a minimal note of a possible accident. The piece reads as incomplete, with a stray reference to a station and a protest-like phrase.
A sale of township allotments at Genrie on Wednesday by Meaere Bedford and Taylor sold several lots. Names include Mr E Ringolls allotment 4 section 4 half an acre and Mrs A Shepherd £32, and Mr W Reynolds allotment 0 section 3 half an acre. Other allotments include 2 and 5 section 5 with sums £41, and allotment 6 with balance and four cottages.
A final reminder announces a social sale featuring head of hoary and native draught stock, with two days of trading and a large attendance expected. A meeting at J Borigh’s residence set office-bearers, with A Townley honored, and the season opening planned for Wednesday April 8 with afternoon teas.
The All Nations Fair proceeds show advanced financial plans with Hy ides to form. Receipts by night total £290 net after expenses expected around £60. First ballot winner Miss Lonergan and Mr W Booth share the prizes. Collections across hotels amount to £11 1s 11d. trophy valued £22 awarded to the top fundraiser Miss Lynch at the Grand Central Hotel.
News from Wallington reports the body of Arthur Manany son of Arthur Mansey the city organist and musician found in Bilsh Fribb. Investigation suggests he wandered from Dubbo yesterday in a distraught state. An impending funeral is planned at Sinthoan on Saturday with WB Deceased noted as a relative.
Mr W W Lorton of Bhiwrka was taken to Bt Vincwat's Hospital on Tuesday for expert opinion on a malady and underwent a successful operation for the ailment. Mrs Lorton remains in Sydney with her husband as he recovers, with most friends hoping for a speedy return to health.
Miss Mary Benson daughter of Mr and Mrs Benet of Mowat Costigan wed Mr W Rowan son of Mr and Mrs W Rowan at noon yesterday. Clergy Rev Jos McDowall officiated at Union Church. Bride wore pale mauve gown with net and veiling, bouquet and gold jewelry. groom in navy serge. Bridal party included Miss Rowan and best man Mr J Cumming. Numerous presents noted. ceremony echoed at St Patrick's Sydney church by Rev Father Giniory.
Unclear text from a historical page mentions sisters, a venue described as red ge, and references to a wedding or house event at Chatawood. The readable fragments hint at a social gathering but lack concrete names, dates, or outcomes to confirm a full item.
The portal department has decided on alterations at the Wellington post office to expand the building by removing lower walls and reconfiguring the verandah edge. A switchboard, extra telegraph line, and parallel sorting tables will speed mail work, with costs estimated between £400 and £500.
Bodancora Baptist Church held its anniversary event with Brown's Hall hosting an animated program and a Sunday School celebration. About 150 children and many adults attended meals and drinks, with a concert in the church afterward and remarks from Pastor F J Dupklap and local officials praising Sunday school growth and yearly advances.
Police with Customs officers conducted a raid in the Chinese quarter. They found two tins of opium and small quantities at a residence linked to Chum Oo. The seized opium was preserved for court proceedings. other locations yielded no narcotics.
Unclear report describes ongoing illicit drug smuggling into the Commonwealth amid penalties. The piece notes a smuggler’s return of 1088 dn and disposal at 2 shillings 8 pence, with prices yielding about 26 of 60.
Turbulent reports describe a conference unsettled by labor disputes and capital questions. Workers press for freedom while contract managers debate wealth versus labor, with shipping, industrial bills, and regional votes shaping the tension. Several vessels may be laid up, and subdivision land sales proceed amidst political contention.
Case ties to a repeat Tug Tres incident and the Alien Migration Act. Nichols Marouf was arrested on arrival from Sydney for illegal entry. Detectives trapped Malouf at Wallington station. he was remanded on bail of £10 with surety. A Belamy woman’s case linked to a separate deportation note and upcoming court date.
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