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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 01, 1924
Page
2
Retail notice advertises men’s full belt all tweed overcoats at 39 shillings sixpence from usual 45 shillings and cotton tweed trousers on sale from 4 shillings 1 penny to 5 shillings 11 pence, highlighting reduced prices for men’s wear.
The Manila brief outlines arguments on self governance and public welfare, with focus on town leadership and policy directions. It notes public figures like Mr Batley and Mr Macdonald, mentions a council meeting, and reports regional observations including the Peel River Valley and local landscapes.
The report notes material changes in the institute’s position including leased Memorial Hall space and uncertain future terms. It highlights efforts to raise funds for education facilities, library upgrades, and classes while detailing increased ordinary expenses, revenue decline, and asset growth.
The Anzac Ball fundraiser in Manilla and District Memorial Hall is set for an evening with Mrs W. M. Stone directing the band and Mr W. Cartgon handling refreshments. Dr. Mayo leads a committee with Miss Denner and Mrs Westy Gardiner in support, with the Manilla Red Cross organizing supper and seating arrangements. Also noted are tennis match results featuring Prince of Wales and local players, and a notice of the juvenile ball on Thursday afternoon with a potential marquee erected by the Institute.
The All Blacks were defeated 22 to 2 in a knockout competition match last Saturday. Moffat and Anthony starred for the opponents while several key players were absent. The report notes New Zealand and England fixtures ahead and details on team selections for upcoming games.
The writer critiques a 25th issue item and questions a rural school topic and a local vote. He cites confusion around choices and mentions calls to recall or verify votes and storekeepers feared in Manilla.
Fragmented local notice lists Presbyterian and Methodist services in Manilla with times and streets. Mentions Rev ROA Binns and places such as Manilla and Wouze Creek, plus a New Mexico reference and scattered street names. The legible items indicate church schedules and leaders amid unclear OCR text.
Leatrice Joyin stars in a First National release about Minnie a household drudge who dominates a town hotel. The film centers on her father’s hotel and a radio invention as Minnie uses her ideas to spark laughs and underlying drama.
Mr W J Byrnes reports completing a site sale of town properties in Manilla on Saturday afternoon. Despite limited turnout, several of Mes Hades's vacant blocks were sold at satisfactory prices, a bank building was erected on the site, five macks were disposed of at auction, and one workman’s street measure was noted.
Saturday’s match saw J Mil win at 200 yards after a shoot off with I Boll to claim the trophy. The annual Manly Kite Club meeting noted cows straying near the tunnel and pets in the snooters amid remarks from members.
Walcis defeats Manilla 4 to 2 to reach the final of the Boxland Cup series. The win extends Walcis form as players trained this month and produced sharp matches including Smith beating McRae while Robberts edged Tarver. Other results feature O'Brien and Jones, Steel outperforming Mackenzie, and Vyner beating Grantham as the Tamworth event moves toward the final.
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