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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 08, 1933
Page
2
A garbled memorial page honors Eliza Jane Swan and other family members with touching lines. It includes memorial phrases for Mrs Swan and mentions English and local names, plus references to public meetings and community notices from the era.
The column notes social events and theatre updates in Wellington. It mentions postponed meetings, court charges for rabbit theft, theatre casts and understudies in a Wellington show, and plans for dances and public gatherings at the School of Art Hall. Also referenced are charity events, a police incident near Berula railway station, and local subscription rates.
The Shire of Macquarie invites tenders for several works including excavation for a concrete culvert, supply of concrete aggregate, supply of maintenance gravel, and bent steel plates. Closing dates range from 12th to 24th inst, with bids to be received by 4 pm. Specifications and tender forms available on application through the clerk TN Aylng.
The Glenstein Tobacco Growers program invites 75 growers to apply for direct capital and pumping plant expertise. The Mullin Place notice says the Munuping Director will visit the Moral Hotel May 9 to May 12 to interview applicants.
THINGS BEAUTIFUL Suet now opened at the Wore Starve and Keeley Ltd in a 10,000 eq showroom. The stock includes Awminster Wilton Bruxiols Carpets Gorrhiev Rugs Hearth Nira Bedside Rugs and Doot Stipa with direct importation by yn Hardy. Also new season Einofeasma small ywilkhis Art Moderne Lounge Suiter Kay Chairs big Dining Set range Breakfast Room Sets Bedroom suites Palm Stanily Latin Bed and more as the store invites visitors to browse.
Mr. T Metinier, Director of Dairying, spoke in Wellington last week about a Dutch venture. He called the venture risky and uncertain, noting supply issues and potential price pressures in the Wellington market.
A brittle missive warns householders of a roaming des der of the West who preys on empty homes while visitors travel. It urges locking up valuables and verifying all items before leaving to deter theft and aid police.
Twenty two members attended Saturdays CWA meeting led by Mrs Heckett Patron. A lengthy business paper covered motions for health centre moves, with the official opening planned for May 27. A stall is to be run by Lawn and country members at Storvs Corner with a produce and jumble sale to raise funds ahead of the event.
The death occurred on Saturday of a highly esteemed resident, Mr. John Phillis, who had lived in Neures for many years. He leaves sister Miss Fergie sson (Wallington) and a brother at Parkon. The family was laid to rest in the Church of England portion of the Wellington cemetery yesterday with funeral arrangements by Mutars Murry Brothers.
The funeral of a well known and respected resident of Buerendong took place on Sunday at the Church of England portion of Wellington cemetery. The service at the graveside was conducted by principal mourners and notable attendees followed the rites. The obituary notes the late Mrs Burkett and references the local community figures in attendance.
Yestontay's events at Uw Town Club featured American tournament style doubles and ladies doubles on perfect courts from 10 am. Cameron and Spratt led the men’s play with sharp returns and strong teamwork while Whittingham and Lay excelled in several close sets. Stephenson and Owen Leng delivered confident shots. Dyball and Lay reached a final with a dramatic marathon match. The day highlighted rising form across divisions and announced details for the club's annual tournament.
The Wellington Picnic Race Club presents a long list of horse nominations and weights for the upcoming meeting. Notable entries include Glenwood Stares horses Homie Lee New Pride Chief Burner Dudy Soro and Sea View, with weights in the 11.4 to 11.6 stone range and numerous other entries across divisions such as Narrogal Stakes Neurea Stars Maiden and the Crystal Mandi.
Jockey club weights and entries listed for Wellington meeting on Thursday week. Includes Pride, Ambyray, Kathhet, Tometa, Maynard, Savannah, Pro Nowe, and many others with weights and stall names noted.
Twelve events fill the programme with sales of tickets for a June 16 venue at One Imperial Hall. A separate cinema night supports the club with proceeds aiding member funds. Willard Willard, ex-Australian Davis, will lecture and coach at the Willington course on May 17 with sessions from 10am to noon and 2pm to 5pm. Telephone inquiries noted.
Fragmented OCR text mentions Reckless Jacksons as principals in a contest at Wellington. References to a performance or event mix with unrelated phrases, suggesting a boxing or sports heading. No clear dates, teams, or outcomes readable.
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