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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 04, 1930
Page
2
We are making to show you how well your winter requirements meet. Our windows close closely as we display a wide range of winter goods and needs.
Business hours listed Monday to Friday 10 am to 4 30 pm and Saturday 10 am to 12 30 pm. Prices described as reasonable. Matron M McLaurin-Smith named ATNA MATNA. Mentions Master Option of the North and North-West to attend Mechanic's Institute. Correspondence to Box 4824 P.P. Sydney.
The article critiques the Federal Compulsory Arbitration Act six years after its creation, arguing it failed to end strikes or stabilize labor relations. It cites overlapping state and federal awards, inconsistent wages and hours, and the court’s power only after disputes cross state lines, leading to industrial stagnation in Australia.
Tuesday night the Municipal Council praised Jochimsen for accurate estimates and surplus expenditures while debating the impact of compulsory arbitration. The piece warns against interstate disputes and calls for suspending the Arbitration Act to test another path for Australia.
A compiled schedule of social events from Wongo Creek and surrounding venues listing dances balls fairs and gatherings for April and May including Penny Ballingers CWA Memorial Hall Palais Theatre and Anzac Ball. It notes a council decision regarding a gun with wheels awaiting repair by April 12.
Alderman Kennedy told the Municipal Council on Tuesday that Mr J E Simpson sought a variation to a former building scheme. He proposed building only the front of the new premises now and later demolishing to conform with the new front. The builder was ready to start, permission granted. The matter was referred to the Mayor and Inspector to approve plans in line with Council rules.
Monday Parochial Council at the Vicarage 7 30 pm. Good Friday and Easter services will be announced next week. Rev G Gordon BA conducts Methodist services in Manilla. Easter Day marks the ministry conclusion for Rev Francia with events at Manilla and nearby locations.
A fragmentary account describes a journey by three individuals aiming for a car, moving through bogs and a dense bush track with only thick vegetation on both sides, during a prosperous and splendid season.
The Municipal Council met on Monday with all members present. Reports from the Town Clerk Engineer Finance Committee and the Light Committee were adopted. Ampunia and Nightmares are both entered as acceptors in the Rawson Stakes on Saturday.
In view of an impending visit by professional Will on Wednesday, the programme committee cancels that day’s fixtures to allow golfing enthusiasts a chance to see the holder of many championships in action. R M Smith and Reg Chapman meet Will Correy and J C Turner in four pros on the local Tinks course.
The Grand Master Gillam cannot attend the annual ball next week due to his son’s accident and hospital stay. The welcome event is cancelled, but an impromptu lodge social will be held Monday evening. The Tuesday ball remains planned with visiting dancers from Tamworth and Barraba. Gunnedah members visit in carloads. Water from Namoi River was deemed not dangerous. green color blamed on weed. A rumor claims a gold find in Queensland.
A terse voice notes that Rule 2 footballer prefers soft falls yet battlefield sentiment differs. It asserts the Council may stand firm and the League will follow with decisive action, as the Council claims it will.
The program features Dangerous Curves a tale of circus life with loves jealousy hatreds and a tragic end. The supporting feature The Tip of a burglar tale follows a star-gazer and rejected love necking revenge. Monday offers A Woman in Pawn and The Rat.
The Barraba inquest is adjourned again to today for one week to allow police to complete investigations. The Municipal Council contemplates a Friendly Appeal Court to handle ratepayer objections to valuations. A letter from Mr OC Kennedy Seo requests permission for German football on Manila Recreation Ground on weekends and holidays with conditions on play, admissions, and damage liability. The Inspector agrees to general oversight of non playing areas but refuses weekly Sunday presence.
The week featured a 14 shot competition across two stages at 200 yards. Only about half the balls were visible as shooters had to imagine the balance. Scores noted included a 74 on the first stage and a 94 on the second with several good rounds.
Notices list excursion ticket types for public holidays and travel to Sydney and country, with concessional fares for delegates, competitors, athletes, and seaside-bound travelers. Tickets usable for return within two months, plus a small ad for goods and a dressmaker's notice. The fragment mentions Mackenzie AY and Saturday. a purnet is advertised on Saturdays.
Government Railways of New South Wales announces excursion tickets from Manilla to Sydney and intermediate stations. Tickets issued for a return within one calendar month for distances up to 300 miles, or within 42 days for longer routes. Tickets issued with a two-coupon attached, non transferable, trains shown on handbills. See station minutes and handbills for times and conditions. Secretary Morris.
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