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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 08, 1930
Page
2
A compact listing notes pillow slips in plain taped styles with hemstitched edges offered in two price points. The first at 5/11 per pair and the second at 10/11 per pair appears in a market-style textile ad.
Friday August 8 1930 discussion moves from air to earth with Vinewood leading the push for a show. The Graziers Ward and Farmer and Settlers Association seek support from the Municipal Council and business men including J A Rochfort with Alderman Adie noting essential backing. The piece critiques postage costs and business correspondence noting how new rates affect commerce and daily operations.
The Farmers and Settlers Association debated support from outsiders in the wheat crop competition. Sub-committees were urged to approach tractor and oil firms as agents to obtain financing. Heywood doubted cups have value and suggested asking rivals to donate a practical trophy, with winners choosing their prize.
Mr Ratliff urged establishing a dedicated trucking day for the Monday market with Friday or Saturday as alternates. Commissioners may be asked to authorize Friday or Saturday trucking, with notes on stock wastage and past sale prices. Also reports the missing North Coast girl case with beach discovery near Newcastle.
The Municipal Council backed plans to stage a show in Manilla after a discussion of delaying a previous meeting. Ald. Kennedy proposed cooperation with the Graziera Association or any public body, and the motion was carried to promote the event despite prior financial concerns.
A City Council meeting discussion centers on a proposal from the Gragiers for an event shown to Aldermen. Mayor Clifton cites the Palais as location and Easterman notes plans to restart the poultry show, aiming for multiple showings.
Manilla auctioneer W. Byrnes announces a sale of wale able sheep in the local yards on Tuesday next the 12th of August. Buyers are expected to attend and bid at ruling prices. particulars of all lots are welcomed for the auction.
The notice records a memorial service for the late Mrs T Heywood to be held at the Methodist church in Shares fagilla on Sunday evening at 7:30 with Rev R hon Tomroh of England presiding. Evensong is listed for 7:30 pm and a morning service at Hall's Creek.
Complex tennis results show J Watts and M Reid defeating J Moy and M Bowman 6 2 in the final, Watts also winning singles, with numerous doubles and handicap matches. The club held a reunion party with about 250 attendees as the Mayor awarded prizes and praised the club's enterprise.
The text recalls a cricket match where Australia vs Glamorgan and Wales vs Warwickshire are mentioned. Scores are given: Glamorgan 49 in reply to 245, a follow on avoided with 71 by Ponaford 34 not out, Bradman IV not out and Javkwn 11, Aubenlie and Committee details. Wales 197 for seven when time ended. Veraduan injured. Rain interrupted play and Warwickshire had partial progress with Tupwed taking two wickets and Fairfax one.
An obscure tale centers on a wealthy lawyer with two children, Bol and Jo, and a cultured woman who impresses him. Family relatives fear a marriage to her will unsettle all, while the plot hints at twists and a dramatic resolution tied to a masquerade and a suspenseful finale.
The Tamworth side travels to face North Tamworth in the knock out competition. Readers expect Tamworth to win as the local side is viewed as improved with strong leadership and determination. Other matches include Barraba v Bondi Manilla, Bingara v Upper Manilla, and The Robins vs Barrraba with Manilla A having a bye.
The item lists sheep sale details at Manilla with J Byrnes and Hayern in attendance, plus a series of lost and found notices, cash sale specials on condiments and soaps, consumer goods, building and plastering services, and local ads for water finding services, clothing fabrics, and tax return notices. Also includes rail and market teas, prize notices, and an August sale calendar.
Supplementary List of Electors for the Shire will be inspected from August 1 to 16 1930 at multiple offices in Manilla and surrounding towns. Enrolment actions must be completed by August 7 1920 with forms available at the Shire Office Manila during office hours. Also included are notices on value, impounded stock at Manilla, and a court administration application for the estate of Thomas Brady deceased with claims due within fourteen days.
The Rev. L M K Mills of Tamworth has been visiting the Manilla district in the interest of the Methodist Home Mission Society.
The Caledoniana gathering tonight is moved to Friday August 15 as authorities note that Ordinance 33 prohibits ferries. The mayor insists the clause apply to all ferries including Manila and Chinky Chow. Cunningham the aviator was missing since Timor Sea. Johnatin arrives in England to a gala reception. Tenders invited for a euchre and dance event at Wongo Creek Hall on August 12 1930 with Bridges Orchestra.
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