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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 09, 1935
Page
2
Reports from several grasiers describe the weed ton also called stinkwort appearing in multiple district parts. The plant grows up to two feet, emits a strong lemon odour on handling, leaves and stems are sticky, and the weed taints milk and cream, making eradication urgent per Department of Agriculture guidance. Ducks to cattle, sheep avoid it when plentiful.
The fragment lists multiple league matchups among Elliott's teams and local churches including Roman Catholic, Presbyterian, St. Andrew's, and Methodist. It suggests a schedule or results snippet with pairings like Elliott's No. 1 vs St. Andrew's and Presbyterian versus Elliott's teams, within a church league context.
The Hospital Women’s Auxiliary fixed the date for its annual Ball on Tuesday July 2 at the Distie Hospital. After recess the group aims to complete arrangements at the next meeting and hopes for a success comparable to past events.
Rain measurements show eight points Friday afternoon in Mani la, six points Saturday, and five points Monday night. The district records patchy rainfall with variable intensity and drier spells between showers.
W D Hatley congratulated Miss Roberts on attaining her majority and presented her with cut glass vases from attendees. Olive Mins Boers represented Pan Bem, and H J Roberts spoke for the celebrants in thanks.
Mie Porter was honored with numerous beautiful presents from friends and family showing appreciation and affection. The article highlights the generosity and communal support surrounding the recipient.
Mim Wearne returns from holiday as New South Wales representative travels to Sydney. Mrs Gev i Bews of the Hospital and Mim Vern Filsell, Glen Innes District Hospital nurse, come home from annual leave. Mr and Mrs Geo Bowman and their sons Tom and Murray return from Sydney after the Bon Voyage to Lance Bowman newlyweds. The bride was toasted at three afternoon teas by Parramatta and Castle Hill friends.
The following pupils earned arithmetic cards on Friday. 8th Class Francis Saunders, Gladys Coe, May Quilty. 5th Class Herb Hayward, Tyne Bailey, Tom Moore. 4th Class Max Grantham, Neal Weathers, Neville Shelton. rd Clams Aubrey Gainey, Elsie Newton, Marie Chapman. Ind Ciana David Rayton, Pat Bailey, Betty Doak. Several pupils show great weekly improvement. a special card may be awarded soon.
The report of the season's activities was received with praise. Mrs Pittman, Mrs Scott, Mrs O'Neill, and Mitwon Roberts were elected convenors for the year. Captain Mary O'Neill presided, and the committee decided to continue the season. A further important meeting is set for Monday April 15 at 7:20 pm at Mrs Hartley's residence with Mr Roberts presiding, inviting all members and interested parties.
A local meeting decided to hold a show at Memorial Hall on Tuesday night for the hens competition. The event will feature the Inoual Avrse Ball and related activities planned by the committee.
A diminutive elocutionist under three captivates the audience with a dramatic tale and a bold vocal turn. Manilla presents a charming rendition of Bird of Love Divine while Miss J Hall and A V Shelton receive recalls for their performances. In the second half the young artists again impress with popular songs.
Council moved to refer kerb and guttering of the footpath in front of the Rural School to the Works Committee. Reports from Public Works on insuring water supply and sewerage buildings were sent to Finance for review. Alderman Kennedy noted two water supply buildings, one corroded, one galvanised, with insurance referred to Finance. Department of Industry discussed unemployed relief lunch period. the council kept 12 noon to 1 pm stand. Sanitary contractor to reclaim pans given to E J Doak for repair. Alderman McDougall granted permission for Presbyterian Women’s Guild to display trophies for the Flower Show. Mrs. Collier reported a bad culvert near the flour mill. Mayor authorized urgent repair. Water cart wheels deemed unsuitable. Mayor authorized new wheels and permanent fixing. Ald Baker proposed watering streets by a motor lorry tank. Finance to consider lawn mower purchase for council chambers lawn. Streets near the school referred to Water Committee. Police trouble noted with complaints from residents and unemployed workers. Kennedy insisted complaints be in writing. Mayor empowered to grant Roads Board funds for main road per Works Committee recommendations. Annual Manilla CW A meeting to be held at Soldiers Club with work year reports and officer elections. District Council noted 60 000 silver medals for King’s Jubilee, with several to CW A and six to Namoi Group. medals to be presented at Wongo Creek in September.
At Bomerton on Sunday after tea a new branch of the Presbyterian Fellowship of Australia was formed. Rev. H. S. M. Mitchell presided and led the proceedings. Rev. S. Piper of Gladstone Methodist Church attended and congratulated the young people on the forward movement.
An invitation is extended to all Semtend Teeeiie to attend the CWA meeting. It will be held at the Soldiers' Club Room on Saturday next at 3 p.m. M Venoss, Hon Bee.
Mr M H Maley announces a plant nursery on Rowan Street offering a variety of Flower and Wee table seedlings for sale. Copy of rules available from the secretary. B E Hooper, Hon Sed.
In the crick et contest XI the minor premiers face Public Service on recreation ground. Salter top scored with 63 and 58 in prior knocks, while Reg Brady bowled superbly, taking 8 for 36 as Banks and Public totalled 135. Four out for 61 at stumps, with Grady dismissed bowled by Brady.
Easter camps run at ten centres across New South Wales with Bendemeer hosting the inaugural camp. Manilla charge figures include about thirty five campers, a potential church record in the state. Rev. M. Mitchell chairs the camp. he will miss Manilla during Easter tide. Special messages on the atoning death of Jesus are planned for Sunday, with strong attendances expected at both services. Wonro Creek CWA Ball slated for May 14.
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