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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 14, 1925
Page
2
The St. Vincent De Paul Society return sincere thanks to Waratah FC players Taki and Dubbo Garryowen, the referee, and the general public for their attendance at yesterday’s benefit match.
Owners and trainers across the West are reminded that Wellington Jockey Club entries for the September meeting on September 24 and 25 close tomorrow evening. The show meeting is the club’s biggest of the year with a large visiting crowd expected to stay through gala week.
Bydayn opened fin Saturday with many clubs in friendly matches. Tibby Macartney, famed international, started with 108 not out against Bexley. Rest of England faced Yorkshire as Hobbs hit 106 in fourteenth century run, Woolley 44 and Carr 60. local association met to plan early start for competitive games. Second-hand bricks wanted. Johnson, The Pines, Montejores.
Wellington council announces a committee meeting in the Wallington Council Chambers on Tuesday the 18th at 7 49 pm chaired by Secretary W A Miller. The notice is dated 14 April 1928 and invites attendance by municipal officials.
Local notes describe a RC Bazaar fundraiser at Empire Ball on Wednesday night with a produce stall and auctions. Also listed are a smoke social, a sale by Abel Wilkins Co, a barometer display for Carnival queens, street stalls, a bowling club delegation to Dubbo, hospital fund events, new merchandise from Stan Bray, and local incidents including a trimming accident and a tragedy near Simpson's.
The Grurie Trotting Club schedules a spring meeting on Thursday October 8 with all events run and total prize money about £62. The event draws interest from Wellington to Dubbo, inviting owners and the public. Nominations close with secretary Mick Whiteley on October 1. Program will circulate tomorrow.
The Wellington School Primary Department girls sent six dozen pillow canes and five dozen towels to the Wellington District Hospital. The material was donated by parents and local girls, who made the items in sewing lesson. Their work serves as a fine example to others and will earn thanks from the Hospital Committee for their generous donation.
Mosman municipal council will be represented at a conference in Wellington at month end. Alderman Carter and Alderman Mitchell plan to travel to gain insight into country life. The Mosman delegates will be welcomed and funded alongside their suburban council peers, who will cover their own expenses.
Cobborah Shire council discussed renaming the Main Road to Monte Pides and abandoning upkeep on the old route. They noted a deviation via Montefires and Wallington Dubby roads, with costs shifted to maintain the new path. Local figures Quirk Gardell and others argued for the old road, likely mobilizing public support.
An attempt to form a Wellington motorcycle club is scheduled with a meeting at the Federal Hotel on Wednesday night at 7 30 pm. Past efforts in the town faded, while neighboring towns sustain clubs, and organizers hope for a large turnout to establish a lasting club.
After a week of The Ten Commandment Monarch Pictures screens a White List programme featuring The Hurricane Kid with Hoot Gibson and Pal the golden mare plus Universal Ranch Riders. An exciting western romance with humor and action and other features including dramas comedien and international news. Thursday brings A Man Must Live with Richard Dix.
Citizens urged to hold regular meetings to organize entertainment housing and delegate arrangements for the forthcoming Local Government Conference. Community leaders note arrivals from Waratah and Mainland Board representation and stress timely prep to welcome delegates.
The Infants Department at Wallington District School thanks parents for four weeks of tuckshop efforts that raised £6 for the focal hospital. The Hospital Committee lauds the children for their practical support and dedication.
Methad’s mill resumes operation after weeks of idle time due to defective machinery. Parts arrived during tax work and were installed, restoring steam generation. The blast of the whistle now sounds at 7, 9, and 11 am, signaling renewed activity and hope for a long, continuous run.
Another Pink Pong tournament linked to the School of Arts drew about 20 entrants last Thursday night. Two handicaps applied. Miss Leal Thomas defeated Mrs Choman in the ladies' section while Mr F Murray beat Mr Ps Wiggers in the men’s. The society plans to hold these events every Thursday night and present trophies each week.
Wellington prepares for a Wednesday match in Dubbo with a 150 pm kick off. Special train relays Wellington supporters to the grounds at extraction rates with an expected attendance from Wellington. Wellington has selected Rotton Cox Lench Mell McConnell Cock Shardson Gruen Uray Lorner Wilson Naveau Wile Vusax Ishop Whitaker Dowton for the side.
Final rounds at the Wellington Golf Club end with A. Johes Hunt Me. RH. Breach in a close match 1 up. B.A. Janes defeats Hy Lowcock T up, while Gand My Feonet defeats HI bane 1 up. Jonge maken secures nine of ten championships, with a new runner up R. HL. in a dramatic finish.
Wellington residents expect lower ice prices as the Wee wrn Freezing Co plans a new state of the art plant. The facility, led by Mr Devine, aims to supply Wellington and nearby towns, boosting local industry and supporting economic growth in the region.
The No 1 Troop of Wallington Boy Scouts led by Chin Vutro Lander FL Redd visited Orange over the weekend. They arrived Saturday evening by the Lewin, stayed with local hosts, played a football match at Wade Park, and later attended a church parade. The return journey began Sunday afternoon after a day of more activities.
The Wellington Trotting Club faced abominable weather with heavy intermittent showers. Track conditions worsened, forcing racing to be postponed to Monday and Tuesday, disappointing many travelers though crowds still gathered for the day.
Summary of race results with multiple events including Farmers and Tradesmen's Trott, Presidents Handicap, and Trotting Cup Handicap. Winners listed as Greenstone Honolulu Lulu Mac and others, with times and stakes noted for each tote.
Local residents and visitors gather in Wellington for celebrations and duties as Mrs. Pars. Mise Malliv Schipp announces an engagement. Mr. Thorby MLA plans to meet constituents in town. Attendees include Mrs. Ryan whose daughter resides at Percy Street, and Mr. Arthur Hansford of Many Wig. Several departures and hospital visits described, including Mr. McLeod of Dublin leaving soon and Mr. Upton of Sydney returning home. The Reverend J. Bunkley begins a presidential year and will deliver the address at the Wellington Bayth Church.
Fragmented text mentions Wellington and a honored position in the state Shareh, with stray references to October Sundays and local figures. The readable parts point to a frayed report on local elevation, controversy, and community betterment concerns in the Tyne district.
A crash near Marrivleville left two men injured and another dead as a car struck a bridge rail and overturned. Witnesses, including Walter Your, report a severed artery and mangled remains. Union activity and ship owner protests are noted in the Sydney area alongside ongoing disruption warnings.
Reported events describe a wage dispute at a mine with 230 workers affected by a stoppage and a meeting at the Town Hall to discuss the strike. Strikers’ leaders were appointed to attend talks as officials urged compromise. A separate incident notes the death of William Reid age 18 found in a bed of mud after a rocking accident.
Two Essex drivers from Pasadena California journeyed to Northampton Massachusetts across the Atlantic coast to set a record distance of 1481 miles. The car carried the weight of four average adults and consumed 22.0 gallons of petrol, with an average speed of 26 miles per hour.
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