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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 15, 1930
Page
2
Glendearg Private Hospital chaos note announces W Knoll of Flo Lond M.C.A Syd will be personally in attendance at the Mechanic's Institute as master optician for the event.
The article argues that Australian sugar is priced far above international rates once freight and local costs are added, making Manila retailers absorb loss to keep sugar affordable. It condemns government subsidies and public benefactor rhetoric, claiming local producers rely on external prices and bounties to profit.
Mrs Baldwin wife of Frank Baldwin of Keopit died Saturday morning at Manilla Hospital after a brief illness. Born at Narrabri she lived in Manilla district most of her life. Survived by husband Frank Baldwin and brother Percy Day. Funeral held Sunday with service by the Very Rev J K Collender at S J Michaels and at the graveside.
Footballers Social on April 15 at Memorial Hall Easter Saturday. Namoi Trotting Meeting April 21. Easter Monday dance April 21 at Wongo Creek Hall. Church fond dance at Halla Creek Hall April 29. Anzac Ball April 23 and 24. Manchester Unity dances May 6 and June. Presbyterian Flower Show May 10. Domino Ball May 13. Convent Pupils Concert May 1. Rifle Club dance May 20. Red Cross Ball May 27. Dance at Wongo Hall June 10. Younget Set Ball June 17. Annual Catholic Ball July 1.
At service’s end Reverend W C Francis presented Miss A Heywood with a solid gold wristlet watch inscribed to recognize her years of organist service to the Methodist Church. The gift came as a token of love from the church people.
At a Shire Council meeting Mr C J Byrnes received approval to erect a rabbit proof gate on a road through his property toward Linton. Mr E Nixon applied for a gate on a road off the Barraba road. The clerk noted a prior gate application had been refused, objectors seemed ready to withdraw, and the matter was deferred.
A new lamps company begins production in New Castle to supply Australia with electric incandescent lamps. Buildings are already acquired and factory setup progresses. Special supplies of BS H arriving on Good Friday morning at the Canberra cafe.
A critique claims Australians pay a heavy price for sugar production as cane growers at Mossman Fort Douglas Hambledon Mulgrave rely heavily on foreign labor. Officials warn foreigners supply over 60 percent of cane and the industry accounts for more than 10 percent of Australia’s sugar, fueling tensions among Labor supporters advocating white Australia.
The district weighs an open season to alleviate unemployment amid a worsening trade balance. Officials warn misuses such as cyanide trapping could endanger stock and wildlife. Doctors recount recent poisonings of sheep and opossums, while opposition cites risks and insufficient safeguards.
Admiring audiences will see Tim McCy as Jed Tyler in The Rider on Wednesday. The pony express rider battles Williams gang to recover stolen documents proving Dolores Alvarado’s land claim while Dolores and a priest flee. Sonny Boy, Davey Lee support. Thursday features Graiy of Dust and The Gun Runner.
Britain United States and Japan announce a pact to reduce naval expenditure with a condition allowing scrapping of ships. Leading British papers back the move as a peace step, while noting much remains to reach the final objective.
Lucerne sowing with wheat in Autumn and Winter shows strong grazing results in the Manilla district. Examples at Metrone Braemar and Bandilno demonstrate this approach. The season is favorable and lucerne seed prices are low, making now an opportune time to grow. Reed samples for sale available at VJ Byrnes office.
A collage of community notices and classified snippets. Items mention a hospital insurance scheme debate, local meat and fish prices, a Salt Salmon and Scotch Kippers ad, dances hosted by Manchester Unity, waterproof coats at Mackenzie’s, a social event at Wongo Creek Hall, piano lessons, and a sale or purchase inquiry listing local agents and dates for gatherings and notices.
Notice of a registered public gate on Linton Road and an impounding entry for a black gelding and a black filly with brands. The dates show Easter holidays and a sale if not released by 1 May 1930, with impounding details and officer name.
The Sigel Club announces a 2 pm start at the clubhouse with weekly partner draws for handicap events. Opening fixtures set for March 21, followed by a season schedule including Bogey, Stroke, and Cup events from May to June. Members anticipate a new clubhouse and continued club activities extending into next year.
The President of the Shire praised the Mayor's actions, calling it a mean use of the mayor's newspaper ownership to defeat a scheme meant to benefit the public welfare.
A gathering of the N.S. WwW cereseciive Labor Party unanimously passed a vote of confidence in Mr Lang as leader with McKell Lazzarini and Flannery disavowing any wish to replace him. Also notes orders for fish for Good Friday and mentions a waltzing competition at the Memorial Hall dance Saturday at the Canberra Cafe.
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