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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Oct 15, 1908
Page
2
Sydney readers report a push for a Saturday half holiday as workers press for reduced hours and better rest. The piece highlights union action, debates in Parliament, and calls for state care for pensioners while noting recent political strife and labour demonstrations amid economic strain.
This week brings an unusual heat spell signaling a potential fall and needed moisture for crops. Locals report returning harvesters from the back country near Golden Hloods with burning machines and a improving wood resource awaiting good prices. A cricket match is planned at the former’s court on the 19th inst with Hillites vs Guilane Hillites. a birthday party near Goolma celebrates Mr Rank Ryan, while a benefit social for D Whale’s ball at Dappwer on the 28th promises a major event with tickets sold out and restocked.
The district reports worsening harvest prospects amid scarce pasture and a looming drought. Crops look poor after a little rain, with stock in danger if rain does not come. Scrub cleared last winter worsens fire risk while farmers await relief. A social event at Mr Whil lock's shed drew modest attendance, disrupted by disruptive guests impacting the dance.
From our Correspondent winds and dust hinder harvest as rain lags. A juvenile ball fundraiser aims to buy a sewing machine for the Mr. March Institute. Amaroo shire Council meets with Dr. W Boers newly elected, while Mr. Manton takes over the local bakery. Shearing continues. Loombah and Lurran Lake start operations as Burgoon and Burton resume work. The Minister for Works questions land use for wheat, and Rev J McDowell sets the foundation stone for the new Presbyterian Church with Mr Walkway as contractor.
In this Bulletin excerpt a writer recalls W P Grick and a late Orick era clash in Parliament. The tale centers on Crick defending his conduct amid charges of highhandedness and neglect of constituents, recounting awkward exchanges, a padded Hansard quip, and Crick’s insistence he regularly visits the electorate despite a critic’s claim to the contrary.
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