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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 21, 1925
Page
8
Extensive rain fell this week with drought relief hopes fading as crops suffer and land remains difficult to plough. Nearby, community events bolster the Morgan family relief fund with dances, sports, and a forthcoming Empire picnic. Decisive plans include a new water tank and building work, while health matters and travel for a patient’s brother are noted.
Rain and drought relief border local life as farmers report rainfall totals, plowing resumes, silos activity, and road repairs. Railway staff changes, public meetings, entertainment plans, and race results at The Macquarie Picnic races, Murrumburah and Parkes are summarized with local incidents and notable visits.
Local notes report disruptions from bad weather affecting plans for upcoming elections. Mentions Mayo task in hand for vigilance and a recent hospital update for Mrs. Clarke. Community members Artis Awe and Mr. Googan referenced. local school pupil teacher and medical advisory contact noted as context.
Rainfall boosts pasture growth with new green shoots across wheat and forage crops. Farmers optimistic about feed and fodder if frosts delay. Local incidents include a sulky collision injuring Mr Rateliff and Mr Fraglay’s wagon on the road. Notable residents mentioned and a Buick car purchase by Neil McLeod.
The Curra Creek report notes nearly two inches of rain in the past fortnight with 95 points recorded on Sunday. The weather has improved planting prospects, sowing area likely to exceed last year, and a fallow reduction expected to lift harvest yields. Salvation Army band concert party performed, attendance was modest due to poor weather. A campaign address by Mr. Thorby drew a favorable reception, and Hullington Tennis Club resumes activity. The FSA annual meeting occurred midweek with John Parkes elected president for a fifth term.
The Yeoval football season started Sunday in rain and mud with spectators using umbrellas. Players wore worn kits and both sides fought hard in a tough contest. Yeoval edged the match in difficult conditions as wind pushed across the field and early signs of wear appeared on the ground.
The Western Ares Commissioner Mr J Williams and District Superintendent Mr J Doig arrived by car in Cimnack on Friday meeting shire clerk W M Budson and others to discuss a lighting proposal and weekly Thursday rail link to Orange from Wellington and Dubbo. A vote of thanks was carried. The inquest into Thomas Whittaker's death returned a verdict of death by own action while insane. A farewell party for Mrs J Murphy at the School of Arts featured a silver cake stand and serviette rings and dancing to follow.
A school fund-raising function organized by Teacher My C. Pore ter in Wuling offers funds for the library and sporting fund. Charges are moderate and refreshments will be provided with violinists promising an enjoyable evening. A neighbour, Mrs. Mauling, has returned from recuperation to Orange after a fortnight.
Rain brings smiles as grain sowing accelerates in Walmer district. Coonamble mail train will run through Walmer from June first improving daily mail service. Railway tests continue on the Yeoval Dubbo line. Farmers and Battlers meet May 19 at Walmer Siding to discuss gate widening. Walmer Public School reopens after diphtheria closure. Empire Day plans include a children’s display and community gathering.
The Molong Dubbo line opens for passenger traffic with the Coonamble mail train replacing the Orange Wellington route. Timetable shows Sydney dep 1.27 pm, Orange 4.26 am, Molong 5.28 am arrival, Dubbo 3.26 pm departure, with services continuing to Sydney. At Parramatta Police Court James Nash J.P. fined £2 and costs for attempting railway fraud by travelling without a ticket. second offense.
A compact notice lists Sunday services for Catholic, Baptist, Presbyterian, Methodist, and Salvation Army churches in Wellington and surrounding areas. Times vary from early morning to evening with Empire Day services noted for several congregations. Local clergy include Rev. F J Dunkley and Rev HG Ford, among others. the Salvation Army holds an 11 a.m. service and a 7:20 a.m. meeting, plus a rain Thanksgiving gathering led by W Evans.
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