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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 02, 1937
Page
2
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The Upper Manilla Landholders meeting discussed measures to curb vermin and pest birds through poison baits, with G. Bo M1 OT and Nixon elected to investigate and run the campaign. Officials urged immediate action and wide cooperation, while experts argued evidence of bird life loss was limited and that insect eaters were scarce, complicating the drive.
A cold snap followed a weather change on Sunday with bitterly cold Tuesday night. Snow and frost were reported at Kosvinsko and on the northern tablelands, indicating an early winter.
The Manilla sale bills 500 fresh local cattle in unreserved stock with all yarded and in prime condition. Auctioneer W J Byrnes says buyers should attend the Friday event for a brisk market and rightout opportunities.
The Tamworth Golf Carnival drew large crowds as players competed for top honors. The open Golf Championship was won by J Smith, edging veteran Gordon Thompson in a tightly contested event featuring numerous matches and notable performances from northern players.
Over 100 people journeyed from across the state to Manilla by train for Easter week. A special excursion train to Sydney on the 17th carried 24 Manilla travelers paying £38 15s 1d. The Anywhere to Anywhere excursion sold 24 first class and 91 second class tickets, yielding £173 12s 8d.
Four Manilla Rifle Club members competed at Tamworth for the New England Rifle Clubs' Whion meeting. Sutherland was the only successful Manilla shooter, taking two 10 shilling prizes at 600 yards and in the Grand aggregate. About 112 shooters attended from Mudgee Orange and other towns. N F Pyvant of Orange won the Grand Championship and lig aggregate. Bryant, a top state marksman, also scored well. The meet was financially successful.
Nominations closed with returning officer Mr J Coates for the A Riding vacancy caused by Dr F B Heywood's death. A G Cameron and Roy Heywood were named as candidates. Ballot papers issued. polling ends Saturday April 17. Elector signatures on ballot papers must not be attested by any candidate or agent.
Waratah team selections list players Arch White Art White R Brady L Bignall J Hignall B Fiplan C Woolaston H Watts G White AS Gardner 12 for Sunday knockout final. Play starts at 1 30 pm.
In a recurring issue, thousands of hoppers travel the north, leaving radiator debris that sprays windshields and creates a growing nuisance for motorists and travelers. The pests spread along roads, moving in millions and complicating daily journeys.
The Manilla district rural school plans for an aid extension and teaching practicum with a male group of about thirty students. The Indian Teachers College will arrive soon, needing town accommodation for over twenty visitors and private boards for the rest. Principal Mr L Franky seeks citizens to offer lodging during their stay.
The Bowls opening on Wednesday April 21 will be attended by the Australian Bowling Council president. Early games began on March 1 with a Pairs event and close scores marked several matches. Not all players attended, and some plan to complete their cameo by April 7. A Barraba visit is arranged and Tamworth’s carnival drew many Manilla members including M Podmore who beat Tan de Ogilvie in the first singles round. J A Shelton of Tamworth captured the singles title defeating RB R Law of Sydney. Epping rink led by J Beott beat St Downes in the opening champions match. Harry Payton of Tamworth is among the noted winners.
Mr. H. A. Noble announces Court Street garage next to W. W. Doolan's shop. Modern machinery for an up-to-date service station includes a hydraulic car lifting apparatus. Noble brings long experience as a motor engineer to the new venture.
The first meeting of the Women's Hospital Auxiliary for 1987 will be held in the Soldiers? Ohio Room next Tuesday afternoon. The session begins at 3 30 p m.
Diggers society announces a Fancy Dress Social at Memorial Hall on Tuesday April 7 1987. Dancers and euchre players invited to ensure a lively evening with a 9 pm parade and costume judging with valuable prizes. Public welcome to join as entries and attendance are encouraged.
District Scout Master Dick and Commissioner Down tham led local scouts and supporters on Tuesday night to Barraba where Constable Scott was installed as Scout Master at the centre. Gunnedahore starts next Thursday.
The Manilla council granted Alderman Kennedy a leave of absence and discussed school warnings on vandalism, bridge crossing manners, and coronation commemorations. They planned water‑main work, footpath repairs, park tender allocations, and street flood measures while reporting on Manilla market activity and Anzac Day arrangements.
A public notice lists bread priced at 6d per loaf offered by JoPATHRSON and Baker Bros with H. A. Monley identified as part of the notice.
Nomination list for the Cameron Shire election includes Archie George Heywood and Roy Blighton among nominees. Ballots by post to be issued on the Saturday of April 1931. ballot papers must be posted to enable the postmaster to deposit them in ballot offices.
Meeting notes describe a proposed beautification scheme including a pool fountain drinking troughs and paths around a pepper tree area. Mr. Tan and Mr. Spenmelly debate funding with a donation of fourteen yards of gravel and related improvements.
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