Contemptuous clash over local club politics and journalism
A caustic critique rails at a contemporary journalist and the Works Committee over a public row involving the Wellington PA and H Society and the Wallington Picnic Race Club. It argues the race club is a private body spending public money and contends the journalist weaponized personal attacks and seat-of-the-pants reporting to influence opinion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Neal
Bern
Jay
Byvsyona
Works Committee
Mr. Jay
Addiar
Pjonie Rane Club
Ili
Wellington PA
H. Society
Wallington Picnic Race Club
Chiva
Mambors
Nombore
Gt Apother
Piunic Race Club
Wallington
Leter
B.A
Local notes on auctions, society and weather misfires
A jumble of auction notices, local meetings, and social items from Wallington and Wellington. J. Bedford and Taylor offer 100 head of store cattle at local yards, while a moonlight weather note paints a dim night scene. Public meetings target trotting revival and a Macquarie Shire rate plan, with school garden talks and Oddfellows events teased for upcoming weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nek
Wydney
Steel
BOK Int
J. O'Brien
Pulumana Fur
Wallington
O'Brie Great Central Hotel
T& O
Macquarie Shire
Couren
Fimara
J. Tmeda and Co
Oring
Dobrid
Rosleigh
Begis
Wellington
Winchcombe
Uareon Nd Co
Linn
H. Walton
T. H. Walton
Newcauile
Tne
Dorothy Deever
Hrucklehunt
Dubbo
Tatterell
Avenu
Saray Kinlay
Berny
Alec
Mullion
Art Claes
Fitehaury
Toschera
Saveral
Tnrpedor Wright
D.A
Thn
Dinteiut
Halated
School of Agriculture
Rome
Protowtatt Hall
Tedford
Bitaltowe
Bro
Ledford
Ontada
Fragmented wartime letter hints at local solidarity
The damaged text alludes to a past commitment between friends amid wartime strain. It discusses support for locals, caution against betraying confidences, and hints at broader community tensions, urging measured aid without harming relations or finances. The tone remains wary and defensive.
Local News Summary From Patchy Telegrams
Mr William Douglas, wounded but stable, moved to private hospital toward recovery and expected to be abroad again within a week. Rumors circulate of alterations to Oldfallows Hall and curtain financial schemes tied to ongoing work. service at the hall may resume in days. A. C. Weeras, secretary, confirms foundation plans, while A. Cuttard regrets illness delaying plans and Sydney trip for advice from M. McLeod. Hughey Ommeron and colleagues depart Monday for a Pacific voyage visiting Samos and Tooge, town details given for Saturday noon services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willian Douglas
Haband
Rapa
Cravery
Aheeba
Oldfallows
Oman
My. A.C
A. Cuttardes
Ommeron
Pacific
Falanda
Samos
Tooge
Interoat
Cemetery executives plan adjoining reserve and caretaker residence
A conference of cemetery representatives outlined securing ten adjoining acres for cemetery use and erecting a caretaker’s residence. Twenty executives were appointed, with Monsignor Long as chair for ten months and Mr W W Leonard as secretary. Immediate land applications were ordered to expand cemetery maintenance and improvements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cmmatery
H.W. Kenwaed
M. Bombrick
W.W. Lorton
Ti. J. Brees
Long
Ti. W. Kenoard
W. W
Church of England picnic on show ground in fine weather
The annual Church of England day school picnic was held on the show ground in bright weather. Many children attended, with ample provisions supplied by the congregation. Prizes were awarded for various games and activities, and staff assisted in organizing the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Church of England Banday School
Rao
Ees Aed Ore
Prisns
Convictions and escape during eight months imprisonment
Ammingettka convictions against the man LAward Lea for stealing two tugs at Gourto, and a pair of jail-breakings occurred. One prisoner barred his window to regain liberty but was recaptured. Another attempted whitewashing under guard, bolted out, then was recaptured, later receiving further imprisonment for clever escape.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ammingettka
Laward Lea
Aix
Gourto
Presbyterian Church to Launch New Week Arrangements
Rendering of a farewell service will be held in the chapel at 11 o clock, with Reverend J. Ly directing the road concert in the hall. Full details of the program and subsequent engagements to be announced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Heve Boon
J. Ly
Drowning Fatality at Manly In Tuesday Night Incident
A drowning fatality occurred at Manly on Tuesday night. The victim was Mr James Davidson, an employee at the Union Bank head office in Sydney who had recently been intended to Wellington to succeed Mr Mandoraow at the Took branch. Bly and an assistant attempted rescue with a life-buoy, but were unable to save him until a boat arrived. Doctors pronounced Davidson dead after failed resuscitation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manly
Qurum
Jaman Davidaca
Union Bank
Aydney
Wellington
Mandoraow
William Bly
Robberies Involving a Church Driver Case at Orange
Robert Moore accused in a charge of dealing with £1 belonging to a claimant from Yaoval. A note passed as payment, Moore claimed loss of the note. The magistrate issued a warrant at Orange. he was remanded to Obley after arrest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Moore
Panteva
Cnurch
Tarkon
Wellington
Orange
Yaoval
Walliington
Yeaval
Tnd
Thomoney
Parkow
Piamppeanas
Obley
Public School Equipment Fund Approved for Wallington Parrots
The Wallington Parrots association plans to open funds for public school equipment. A committee including the Mayor and others recommended purchasing a flag, flagpole, garden tools, and science and math apparatus. A chemical outfit costing about £5 and a sewing machine were also approved, with total expenditure around £60 funded by last year’s sale of work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wallington Parrots
Citherow’ Association
Soma Find Age
A Hoan
Thapestor Wrights Minn Bedmond
Meare
Webster
Donald Ge
Arden
Uppartak Vachinary
Apenditure
Apont von Magi Lautern
Dangers At Dock Bridge Cited By Local Writer
A reader warns that the dock bridge area along the town side presents a deadly fall risk. The cut under the bridge near the platform has no protective cover and a distant ramp lamp fails to illuminate the danger point, causing numerous near misses and falls on dark nights. The writer urges pedestrians to use the dock path or add lighting to avert tragedy.
Fragmentary report of belt with 601 sovereigns stolen
Am I named Willian Staines reports from New Zealand arriving in the district with a red belt of 601 sovereigns. He describes visiting the bank near thyab Hotel around 10 in the morning and retaining the belt until three o'clock. A search found nothing and no explanation emerged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amannaned
Willian Staines
New Zealand
Manny Ihtigator
Pilepone
Tana
Thin
Staines
Astair
Bank Preminus
Thyab
Worting
Empire Day Service Promises Notable Presbyterian Observance
Next Sunday Empire Day events aim to awaken imperial spirit with a march by the local brigade in uniform to the church. The Rev. Day of Sydney will preside, UD Gilsenin of the Methodist choir will conduct the forenoon service, and several hymns and readings are planned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
UD. Gilsenin
Methodiot ‘Ohwevh
Day
Bydney
Atrionis
China Inland Mission delegates to speak at Wallington church
Mr and Mrs Lack, nine years missionaries in China, will visit Wallington next week. On Friday May ABN they will recount their work and experiences in the Church of England Sunday school room, Warns Street. Attendance is invited by all denominations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mir
Mra. Lack
Island “China
Missiouarion
Wallington Nxt
Church of England
Street
Obrintia
Nomination Confusion in Municipal Election Case
The returning officer found no nominations at the council chamber on Thursday just before evening. A nomination paper for Mr FLA Kanyon appeared later, seemingly in order but not signed as required. Officials await guidance from the department before proceeding with any action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Me. F. Goer
Koanard
Mo Rate Gon
Han Ugbyak
Trapartomnat Tol
Purson
Fla. Kanyon
Ordor
Protestant Alliage Bodial Social At Wellington Hall
A lively Protestant alliance social occurred at Wellington Hall hosted by Wellington Branch No 2 of the AFL S Thorn. About 66 couple attended. a jetty, enjoyment, and singing followed with Means f Young and J C Davey officiating. Minne Foster supplied refreshments. Beach playing extended. The lodge's Indies association hosted the watering, with another social planned for this evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wellington
A.F.S
Young
J. C. Davey
Minne Foster
Cadet Cori Formation At Convent School Signal
Monsignor Long reportedly urged cadet corps formation at the Catholic School with government approval noted. A horse cart incident in Tan Street caused a fright but no serious injuries. the cart toppled near Meswin Street and Connell Chambers with minor damage reported.
Death at Wallington Hospital Claims Thomas Hayes at 40
A man named Thomas Hayes died in Wallington Hospital on Tuesday from heart disease. He was 40 years old and laid to rest at Wallington Cemetery. Burial followed with Rev Father Lope conducting funeral rites at the grave.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Hayes
Wallington Hospital
Theatina
Dawthein Heart
Wallington
Father Lope
Postponed Holiday Week Events Adjusted
A holiday on Monday will cancel or shift sports events organized by Wallington Myclo Glut. Activities moved to Wednesday evening. event timing extended. the fraternity race on Wednesday now set for 2 o'clock. Langley Hyruos, president, reported the extension due to the postponement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wallington Myclo
Langley Hyruos
Wedaondy
Empire Day Celebrations Planned in Wellington Schools
Empire Day will be celebrated in Wellington with common patriotic events at the public school. Morning activities include talks by teachers and singing, with a two o clock national anthem and a visitors’ reception. The school timetable will be adjusted for a half day, and parents and locals are invited to attend and donate items for the event. A charity meeting and St Patrick’s celebration are also noted, with arrangements for duties and a special holiday for the children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wellington
Parante
India
Naniat Lin
Te Wua
St. Patrick's
Monsignor Long
Maryvale Meeting Dates Change Cause Controversy
The National Coursing Association approved changes to Maryvale meeting dates amid protests from the Tooal club and objections over venue and management. The secretary noted future events would follow a new format, while concerns over withdrawals and betting rules affected preparations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Coursing Association
Naw
Maryvale
Tyne
Kensington
Tooal Club
Kémmuington
Ator
Association
Attura
Linutonsut
All
Jast Maryvale
Woino
Uan Bata
Bookere
N.O
Widder
State Debts and Federal Power Clash Across Australia
A polemical piece argues Alfred and allies push a plan to control state debts via a federal scheme. It envisions premiers resisting, Wade and associates opposing consolidation, and the Commonwealth leveraging constitutional tinkering to compel states. The text rails at the Braddon Blot and predicts tense negotiations shaping future intergovernmental relations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Federation
Alfred
Thomag
Wade
Stata Traocin
Commonwealth
Navan
Gorge Reid
Cayenne
Clais
Ucla
Ha Tuens
Badoviainye
Jin Habla
Macquarie ECD Football Selects Team for Central Wellora Relay
In a local football note the Macquarie ECD names its senior squad and an 18 junior side for a Saturday match at Dall Park against the senior team. The report lists forwards and a long roster of players amid concerns the team remains unsettled as injuries and emergencies strain selections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hhe Macquarie Ecd
Gentral
Weelora Elfsa
Murray
Sonch
Carly
Helt
McKillop
H. Murrey
Davny
Brown
Brownlow
G. Rich
W. Fait
J. Bayle
D. Dowd
Era
Dall Park
Pullbcot
Grae
Stiscon
Davie
Muay Crows
H. Davey
ite-Henry
Wank
Xnopan
Ferry
Blanchart
Corgan
Duaien
O'Nale
Will
Cs Patguwan
Layla
Parlow
G' Moar
Hawatla
Lesano
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Jacob Hulle
Rhee
Torquetanionds
Ueber Chiompae
Hirasr
James Haynes
Meincal Hall
Burtmey
Arybur Street
A.j.l.stockwell
Johnston
Wellingten
Grune
F.C. B.smi1a
Derslat Suegeon
Mrmwarty Insatlat Te Wellagtare
Wai
Tae
C. F. Glover
Percy Street
A. T. Smith
Chesterfield
TYLES
Foxton W
Hayley
Dentisn
Pescy Sreeer, Wester An
Ajephone Mo
Visile Gouris Evary
Aed
Datardey
J. E. Bray
Tatlor
Laermer
Wetumotox
Ted
Red Grass
Wastma Oreacest
Picing
Gburgh
Presbyterian Church
China Inland Mission
Protestant Alliage Bodial
REW
Ahoran
Wallington Convent
Wattallon
Nou
Bonn
Tanstroot
el. M. Rimbell
Meswin
Enel Brown Shop
Connell Chambers
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