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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 17, 1915
Page
4
The notice mentions Che Belgian Fund and references Hair and Eye Lashes along with a Sleeper. The fragment hints at names or products but lacks clear actions, dates, or locations. Further readable details are needed for a precise card.
A Sydney editorial voice rails at socialism and labor tensions during a P.L.L Conference. Discussion centers on the socialistic tiger, government actions in war time, and critics arguing over upper house abolition. Mr. Flowers praised as future Legislative Council president. Holman warns against dissolving Liberal safeguards.
Premier spoke to conference members urging a calmer approach and steadier temperament amid mounting pressures. Officials described the talk as constructive, aiming to reduce tensions and foster more disciplined proceedings within the group.
A puzzle item urges guessing the doll’s name as her “dame” and notes the doll will belong to the finder. Tickets are available at the drabery counter for 1s each.
Police Court proceedings at Manilla opened with six cases listed for hearing but adjourned by Mr N L Sherman J P. In Sydney, E Berry sold Scotch artillery for 575 guineas to R G Blackmore amid hospital carnival ticket prizes and local estate drawings. News items report donations, land break schemes, a £5 prize, and letters from Norman Venere convalescing in Egypt with a photos of a squadron camp.
Goml variety headlines the Brown's Pictures program for Saturday night featuring strong comic acts, a Keystone that promises laughter, and dramas A Wayward Daughter and The Poisoned Bit with racing animals. Topical pictures further enhance the first class program.
Word reached Wednesday of the death of Mr Graves, a renowned pianist linked with Mr Penn at Peel Picuires Manius. He suffered an illness from an accident and travelled to Sydney for an operation to correct the issue. details of his passing remain unclear in the report.
Mr A W Porter receives a Department of Public Instruction letter stating the Keepit school will be reopened and operated as half time with Carroll Gap. A teacher will assume charge after the forthcoming vacation as directed by the secretary F Board Vader.
The card party and dance at the hall this Friday aims to raise funds for the Mechanics Institute. Refreshments offered during the evening. The managing director reports all preparations progressing smoothly and looks forward to a successful, cheerful event.
The Presbyterian Sunday School annual picnic took place in pleasant weather on the racecourse grounds lent by Mr. T Hiscox. Children traveled out in Mr. W P Smith’s large motor vehicle and top-locker. Women organized abundant food and activities for attendees.
A lively day featured younger children racing for toys while motor boy rides delighted attendees. A large crowd from the church gathered, closing with a merry singing mood as the day ended.
Advertisement announces the Eight Hours Great Art Union nearing its last days for ticket purchases. First prize offers a £30 value or a world tour plus £100 for incidentals, with alternative eight month twin-journey options. This 53rd annual event funds Australian public hospitals with about £2,000 distributed yearly. Tickets cost one shilling and are sold by local agents or the interstate representative Mr Theo W Heide of 1165 Flinders Lane Melbourne.
A large crowd attended a famous 500 event on Friday at Mr Cliffe's barn on Wongo Creek. Despite drought and war, the gathering was bright with dancing from 8 pm to 12:30 am and supper. Local officials and visitors performed music, songs, and recitations while F Baker led efforts securing £4 for the club.
Mrs G Smith visiting sister Mrs Lenngworthy. Miss Florrie Moore from Sydney visited her mother Mrs C M Moore of Court Street. Rev F Walken Brown Methodist minister expected in Manilla Friday. Dr Birch spent 28 weeks in Sydney. Mr K Briscombe also mentioned. Mr B R Wiese and A Carmichael named in connection with State Agent Generalship. Mr Redmond, ex Manilla Public School staff, to run a country school near Wingham. Mr Robert Stewart of Piper and Co resigns, will stay a few weeks before leaving for frontier fields. Dr Cetchlove, after serving in a London hospital and escorting the King and Queen, to depart for Bawellalea weeks ago. James Johnson, sole survivor of the Dunbar wreck near Sydney Heads in August 1857, dies in Lewisham at 78. he was rescued after hours on a rock ledge.
Readable fragments describe a children’s revival or pageant at a Presbyterian church, rendered in a festive style. The text mentions a Woelnesdur event and a scene labeled as a senethire, with emphasis on presentation and community participation. The source is fragmented but centers on a church program for children.
A skeptical look at the so called strenuous life of politicians. The piece argues the life drains energy and merit, noting retirements and funerals as politicans pass out. It questions protestations of moralism and highlights wage and labor realities for Sydney wharf workers.
The text argues that talks and propaganda cannot win the fight. It asserts that when action is required, those who speak a marginal language will usually fall behind those who face the danger directly, highlighting a clash between rhetoric and real-world effort.
An antique garden notice describes hardy free flowering Chrysanthemums from the Levant, including four top varieties Lord Beaconfield Sultan Eclipse and Tricolor. It also highlights Imperial Cauliflower and Prizetaker Onion, with sowing and transplanting guidance and a catalog of bulbs and mixed seeds with prices.
Local notes report rain welcomed by farmers and ongoing efforts in Belgian Fund activities. A Barreaba cricket team visits Saturday to face the Picnic Eleven while John Nugent grows into a botanist, transforming yard dock into shrubs. Police collect state rolls as the Belgian doll mystery at Stoddart's intrigues readers.
The Sydney market remains steady with no price changes for wool while shipping facilities spark interest. Sheep and lambs show improved prices after recent rains, cattle values hold firm with hopes for lighter supplies and better values ahead. Hides fall due to weak overseas demand. a standout high price for a large hide is noted. Tallow and local users show activity but freight scarcity dampens export vigor.
Mesere A Wilshire and Co announce a horse sale next week on Friday and, in cooperation with Mr BE V Kremer, a large cattle and sheep sale on the 20th instant.
An ophthalmic inspector reports examining public school children and finds that a number require glasses. The finding highlights a need for eye care among students and possible provision of eyewear.
The 59th year Great Art Union offers £1000 in prizes with First value £500 Second £100 Third £50 and seven other prizes totaling £100. Tickets £1 directly from agents or by postal note to 165 Flinderstone Melbourne before 18 May 1915. draw on 18 May. Proceeds aid hospitals and charities in Australia.
A. Wilshire and Co in conjunction with EH V Kremer announce a large sale of sheep and cattle at Municipal Yards Manilla. Sellers are invited with several already pointed. The Land Board will hold a sitting this Friday near Vicinity of ein.
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