Manilla Express on Sydney electricity woes and council power plans
A detailed report on electrical problems across towns including Sydney and Newcastle, the Sydney Railway and Tramway Department’s role, and the City Council’s move to build its own power plant. It notes government intervention through a new electricity committee, wartime price effects, and the 1917 and 1919 acts shaping contracts, with Manilla poised to leverage the committee's potential to resolve its own power issues.
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Sydney
Newcastle
Railway and Tramway Department
Govenent
Manila
Manilla
Anzac Day Observances At Mamilla Stir Debate
Anzac Day was recognized in Mamilla with shops closed and an interdenominational service at Memorial Hall led by Rev A Gould and Rev B Thorn. Wreaths were laid for local graves by Returned Soldiers League, Leagan, and Red Cross amid criticism that the day risks becoming a public holiday centered on sport rather than memory.
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Anzac Dar
Mamilla
Memorial Hall
A. Ol Gould
B. Thorn
Mb AG Pearet
Church of England
R. A. Harris Brine
Salvation Army
Returned Soldiers League
Sildio
Inc
C. Hayden
W. Wall
G. W. Wicks
HH. Burrell
Stoddart
Leagan
Red Cross
Presbyterian Church
Thorn
Prince of Wale
Tie
Stroke handicap yields close finish with 28 players present
A stroke handicap on the 25th inst. drew 28 members and associates. McAlister posted the best net ecard, narrowly ahead of Scott who shows improved form. Among associates, Mrs Cox by consistent gelk produced the best ecard. Following are the results.
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McAlister
Scott
Cox
Gelk
Nine in the Field For the Name
Nominations for the State elections closed yesterday with several entries for three seats. The list shows multiple candidates contending in the race and reflects a crowded field at the close of nominations.
Nationalists and Progressives in Local Races Named
Nationalists Chaffey and Wrearne face Progressives Laird Abbott Melatehlan and Labor’s Scully Hogan Hawking in the forthcoming election as candidates from each group are listed.
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A. Laird
CL. A. Abbott, and
L. Melatehlan
Labor
W. J. Scully
Mot Hogan
J D Hawking
Caution! Vote Slowly in Namoi-TD Electorate
A handwritten note urges electors to back Messrs Wearne and Chaffey for the next NSW election. It argues experienced farmers with ministerial portfolios offer district and national benefits, warning against replacing them with less experienced candidates and urging voters to use their own judgment.
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B. C
Wearne and Chaffey
N.S.W
Australia
Messrs
Carne
Chaffer
Chatter
Warnes
Lands
Agricul
Wen
Owill
Mechanics' Institute Pictures Change Night For Anzac Bell
Mechanics Institute cinema to be shown tonight Tuesday instead of Wednesday due to Anzac Bell. A good programme is offered. Saturday night returns to normal with a special double feature from Fox and First National.
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Mechanics’ Institute
Fox
First National
Pry spell
The dry spell's effects show in scarce rainfall and a hard winter ahead. Grass withers as nourishment vanishes, signaling strain on crops and livestock.
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Alead
Broadcasting Election Results Arrangements by The Country Press
The Country Press Association prepares to broadcast state election results. Arrangements will be completed at this office to officially receive and relay the results.
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Country Press Association
Girls Guide Corps Consideration in Manila
Interest grows in forming a Girls Guide Corps after the Boy Scouts establish in Manila. A meeting is planned soon, possibly Friday night, to discuss the proposal and timing.
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Manilla
Windsor Gazette Reports Grower Profit From Orange Sale
Local grower sent many cases of pood oranges to market and realised a small profit after expenses. A Manila fruit seller notes Windsor oranges are considered dear even at a high price, reflecting speculation in consignments.
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Windsor
Manilla
Windsor Oranges
Wheat Pool Case Discussed At Gimnedah Hearing
1917 report notes Mr AK Treshowan of MELA stating wheat contracts after six hours were out of court. The government insists the case auto dismisses. if the government prevails the matter ends, else it proceeds. Mr Kine of Tamora named as nominal plaintiff. Stayroll closed Wednesday. 45 names added in three days for Manilta.
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Gimnedah
AK. Treshowan
Mela
Kine
Tamora
When the Progressives Meet at Gunuedeh Rally
A large Progressive rally at Gunuedeh features Mick Bruxner as the standout figure. Leaders from across the state praise the movement while critiquing rival parties. Speeches defend political freedom and preselection, with plans to structure the party for the impending clash.
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Gunuedeh
Mick Bruxner
A. Perrett
Namoi
North Shore
5. M. Herald
Wearne
Alom
Labor
Tien AK. Trethowan
Progressive Party
New England
V. Thompso
Mit Wearne
Sydney
Renwin
Hatte
Pepper Berries Poem Fragment by William Sly
A poetic fragment by William Sly extols pepper berries as red gems symbolizing loyalty and love. It likens their glow to sunset and campfire afterglow, noting autumn and the enduring memory of kindness that persists as generations pass.
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Love
Manilla Football League draws up rules and affiliations
At an adjourned meeting the Manilla Football League framed a local competition code. Fees for clubs and players were set at £1 10s and 1d respectively. Warialda and Jeergera Hawke and Cartwright entered the circuit. Gunnedah Warialda and Manilla grouped. Kerr Cup starts first Saturday in May. A Referees Association, council ground access, and gate terms were agreed. Attunga plans to join with delegates to next meeting.
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Manilla Football League
Warialda
Je@egera Hawke
Cartright
Gunnedah
Warielda
Manila
J. P. Donovan
Atnritays
Waralda Football League
Attunga
Polling Booth Moves from Mechanics Institute to Ruth School
The State Polling Booth for Manilla will relocate from the Mechanics Institute to Ruth School due to high rental costs. Election officials cite expense as the reason and upcoming sessions will be held at the Rural School.
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Manilla
Mechanics Institute
Ruth School
Matron Macauley Honored at Hospital Farewell Dinner
At the hospital Friday evening Matron Macauley who will resign Thursday was entertained by staff and presented with a silver cake dish in a farewell gesture.
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Macauley
Staf
Anzac Ball Promises Fine Entertainment Tomorrow Night
The annual Anzac Ball is scheduled for tomorrow night with solid arrangements in place. Organizers promise splendid entertainment and a lively, well-run event for attendees.
Tamworth Cup Report and Local Accidents
The Tamworth Cup was held today with mixed results as Merrabrody and Mahanoy figure among participants. Mr Jack Elliott suffered a wheel accident injuring his foot while a cart passed over it. Chief Secretary W Oakes announces retirement from politics.
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Merrabrody
Mahanoy
Rin
Jack Elliott
W Oakes
Progressives Kick Off in Mantua Campaign Speech
In a speech by A B Abbott on Progressive plans he urged concrete country representation and more MPs pledged to rural interests. He argued eight rural MPs in a 90 seat Parliament left landowners underrepresented while city influence dominated. Voters were urged to support at least one Progressive in Parliament to shift power toward the countryside. Local notes mention a well-sinker needed, street trees being lopped, a skin shop break‑in, and rabbit skins stolen with no arrest.
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McLauchlan
Aob Abbott
Abbott
McLachlan
Namvi
Progressive Party
Plaga
Colon Broxner
Manilla
Buckjumpers Snowy Thompson to Visit Manilla Tomorrow
Snowy Thompsons Buckjumpers, a renowned Australian equestrian company, will tour Manilla on Wednesday with champion Ian Holliaper Searchlight. A purse of £25 offers a prize for a v4 at pda Searchlight. Dorothy Ryan, a lady rider, will also take part in rough riding. Possible visit by Mr M. of Bruxnuer, leader of the Proeres, during the election campaign.
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Em Prtaincy
Manilla
Ian Holliaper
Thyrhein
Mies Dorothy Ryan
M. OF
Bruxnuer
Proeres
Sives
Will Visi Manilla
Cain Polen
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