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Newspaper
Wellington Times
Location
Wellington, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 14, 1925
Page
5
Readers are invited to attend the Wellington exhibition on Saturday with entries in poultry, household crafts, and a growing display. The program includes demonstrations, contests, and a focus on education, drawing local families and visitors from nearby districts.
In a fractured report, Mr Bennett and Maitland seek approval for expanding a large railway parcel from Marywate to Hollow voll, linking coal and shale mining with industrial activity. The government ministers discuss plans amid a policy review of public works, with interim measures promised to ease delays while awaiting formal action.
American team defends the Davis Cup with a 5 4 victory over France in a hard fought series. Notable performances include Richards and Williams in doubles, while Tilden extends his title run. The French side, led by Borotra and Borotra’s opponents, struggled in decisive sets as the Americans claimed the cup to retain for another year.
The Wellington Land Board list shows multiple applications and actions including grants, postponements, and transfers. Notable items reference Herbert Hel Honwith and William Monty Ry, with several cases awaiting ministerial reference and final permission, including 24/1 and 38/4 dates.
An uneven report highlights the Wallingias davite Show on Soptom 28 with a 23 point gap. T Bint provides value and steady effort, while Iviy e's Muse Ware shows improvement yet fails to seal the comeback. Squealing Leaky and Curtodini gly Terminae are mentioned in passing with unclear outcomes.
Ollie McDonagh married George A Fuller of Wellington in Canowindra Presbyterian Church. The ceremony, designed by Mrs Stine and Nellie Barnett, drew about 200 guests from Sydney, Cawra, Young, Wellington and Dubbo. The reception at the Strand Theatre featured orchestral music, a breakfast, and generous gifts.
Wednesday meeting of the new building committee could not be fully reported due to reporter absence. Os Bloomfield now drives a Dodge replacing his former car. locals visited from beyond Gilgandra, traveling by car. Gerald Herring's team beat Dpipstone 22 to 13 in a martial friendly. Jack Finn's motor lorry stalled near Fashion’s Mount, repair took about two and a half hours. Weather for Fashion’s Mount August: average noon 59 degrees, rainfall 177 points.
Goolma plans an annul ball event at Goolmia Hall on September 1 after a juvenile hall the following night. Secretary M Sheridan organizes the affair. Mrs Hilde Henelow, daughter of Mr and Mrs Manslow of Goolma, hosts at their home during holidays. Local crops look promising with a good wheat yield expected.
A Wednesday evening function in support of the Sperta Queen Mor Winnie Althofer drew a full hall and praise for careful planning. Jon Radburn played piano, Georg Althofer directed duties, and many dancers attended including youths adding extras. A Diggers Queen Maggie Cronin event is planned for Thursday with old time dances featured alongside younger performances. Rain in Newcastle area noted as beneficial.
Police spend a hour with the couple and their families, including a young bride, marking wishes for happiness and a bright future together.
ERN KNOBLANGHE defends Labor stance in Calare selection fight. He disputes Gab’s charges of cabinet graft and influence, asserts Labor’s unity, and urges Gab to state clearly which ministers he means. He criticizes Gab’s “windy argument” and calls for honesty in public discourse.
Charley White of Bathurst trains Mambring'n Laat and four fillies by Minton Derby for Mr Tatlow of Tasmania. The mare raced in Wellington and is linked to Charming Belle. Nawters report a rare withdrawal from the Caulfield Bourne Cups with £40,000 backing for the former tag. Me ran second to Heroic in the Heathortic Mandican at Caulfield. Albert Lewie has broken in a fine Boy Pronto Ally. AWE Roller grows well as a three year-old with racing prospects. Hoorn, who won at Tallsmésting, has emerged in betting for the Epaord Handicap. Irish Prinet, another swift at the time meeting, has ousted Bunster from Pride Of position in the event. Baldwin, second in the event, ranks third among quotes for the big mile event, followed by Honan Str Alick Blackadder and Valined. Windbag’s easy win in the Christmas Stakes now places him among champions like Gloaming, Jor ui, Buauford and Woorak. At the Sydney Sundine, Bobby Gray lasted one minute against Fernandex. Maniere won the Coven Handicap at Melbourne on Saturday June 10.18. The Randwick Tattersall's meeting results are listed.
Hurdles saw Castle s and Tuckbridge win by 12 to 1 in a novice handicap Lintrony Laden ham Whinbro prevailed at 20 to 1 Tramway Handicap crowned Irish Prince Baldwin Quixotte at 4 to 1 Chelmeford Under handicap Windbax Valimita Pilliewinkle winning 5 to 2 Spring Handicap honors Honan Athol dorm Shrapnel at 3 to 1 Welter Handicap ended with Sam King and Featharnett dominating while Bard of Avan, in third, closed the day.
Sunday rugby at the Waratehe ground featured Waratehe versus Garryowen of Dubbo with proceeds going to the Rt Vincent De Paul Society. The Tas won 15 6 with tries from Leach Rotton and Cox plus a conversion. Garryowen fought back, equalizing late but the match ended in a 15 6 victory for the Tas amid a large local crowd. Earlier, Mum burs and AMT Black juniors contested Tooth'n Shield, Blacks winning by 1 point.
Fragments describe sending a motor car to J. G. Cue va nie for painting. Mention of Maugres Street opposite pane or place referenced. Details are unclear but indicate work on vehicle and location related to a painting task.
Mrs Pearse of Pieres Stroat Wellington instructs Pablo Auction to sell at her residence the complete household furniture and effects. Included are an Oak Suite and Bedstead, Oak Cot, lino mats curtains and tableware, sideboard and six chairs, a New Singer sewing machine, china and glassware, pictures, kitchenware, and miscellaneous items from the premises.
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