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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 08, 1938
Page
4
The article explains sowing mignonette on firm level soil with light covering, frequent but light watering, and protection of seeds from birds and ants. It notes carnations with clove scent and varieties like Chabaud's Giant, plus soil preparation with sand loam and manure. It also advises division and reconditioning of primroses violets and other perennials, and timely lawn care.
The Roman Catholic Bishop of Lismore, Dr Carroll, at the 37th animal Communion breakfast, urged young men to prepare for possible days of turmoil. He called for Hibernian Society members to join rifle clubs and learn about rifles, warning danger could come from within or without Australia. A Ramsay resident’s crow prank involved a nest causing a dental plate to be retrieved from the ground. Mrs Gary Anderson of Coffs Harbour grows a pink lily 12 inches and a white one 11 inches across.
Tokyo says 20,000 Japanese soldiers killed in north and central China while a Tokyo dispatch claims 280,000 dead in Hong Kong. Barcelona reports about 207,000 dead and 220,000 injured in Republican Spain. Property losses exceed 420 million. Killed in action 75,000. dead from wounds 30,000. air raid deaths 17,500. wounded 160,000. Executed behind the lines listed at 85,000.
Regular watering and timely cutting favor mushroom growth. The best period to cultivate, with local spawn improving success, as instructions on each packet guide proper care.
A display of colorful Ranunculus and Anemone bulbs invites planting. Plant bulbs 1 inch deep and spaced apart, avoiding fresh manure. Order two shillings sixpence for The Ranunculus Parcel containing 50 bulbs for three shillings post free. Shepherd & Son Ltd offers postal bundles from Box 36088, G.P.C., Sydney.
An ES-year-old Gloucester Advocate contributor recalls the town’s early days including races from Barrington, Gypsy Jones driving a four horse coach, passengers nearly overboard, a river crossing accident, ailing husband and wife quarrel, and a near drowning. Also notes a Maria Creek hunt for crocodile eggs near Cooktown and a pallbearer collapse at Shoreham Victoria.
A public meeting in Boggabri on the 2nd inst sought to form a local Scout Troop. Prominent Rey Smith of Boggabri led interest while Scouts from Narrabri Emerald Hill and 1st Manilla attended. District Commissioner Mi Palmer and Group Scout Master Dick spoke as leaders and a secretary was named to organize a general follow up.
Stock Sales Pitt, Son and Badgery report 42372 sheep and lambs penned at Homebush on Monday with average quality fair. Market weaker to slightly cheaper. Wethers 21/8, ewes 18/2, hoggets 23/4, lambs 24/-. Cattle yarded 3131 with few prime sorts and firm values for those. Bulls £18/1/0, cows £9/2/0, vealers £9/10/0.
Albert Payson Terhune recounts a collie across the United States traveling 860 miles back to his lost mistress, a nine month trek from Albuquerque New Mexico to Fort Scott Kansas. Also tells of Qhyney, the train-loving New York dog, and Owney who roamed Europe and Asia before dying at home.
Public notice from A Baldwin warns that any person shooting trapping poisoning or trespassing on the Brubb property will be dealt with under the law. All previous permissions are cancelled.
In 1888 Bathurst marked Australia's 100th birthday with Mr Sam Levins leading the District Band through the streets. Fifty years later, in 1938, Mr Lewins again led the District Band for the 150th anniversary celebrations, with fellow bandsman Mr Z Clark who joined the band in 1885.
Wool report from Pitt shows 4558 bales catalogued at Tuesday sale. Competition held steady with last week as towns like Town and Country Dands Myall Creek Delungra and Brabb Manilla areas quoted. A Melbourne man injured by a thorn in his foot four years ago. thorn tracked through foot bones until it protruded from the instep.
Official notice states any person found shooting or hunting or interfering with fences on Willamby will be prosecuted without respect to persons. All previous permissions are hereby withdrawn by H Hudson.
A substantial reward is offered for information leading to conviction of anyone stealing stock laying poison or trespassing on Springmount property. Arthur Sulman CAUTION warns against shooting trampling or poisoning on the premises and threatens lawful action without respect to persons. Previous permissions are canceled.
A signed notice by Bruce Park warns that anyone hunting shooting fishing or trespassing on Long Flat property will be dealt with as directed. All straying stock will be impounded. Dated 14 January 1938 and printed for Man- Wa Newspaper in Manilla Street Manilla by Alton Richmond McLeod.
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