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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 10, 1926
Page
2
Stoddart's Limited announces a new line of purishing drapery goods featuring cretonnes curtaining nets madras and hearth rugs with varied colors and borders. Prices range from 1/6 to 28/9 per yard and mats from 6/6 each with several items offered in multiple widths and designs.
The Mundows Shire regular meeting notes hire of a horse drawn roller from Cockburn Shire for New Mexico road work. Objections are discussed on Halls Creek Bendemver Road survey, deviation and closing of part of the road south of port in 25 Wilson Parish. Application to exchange land for Rushes Creek road deviation is considered. The bog hole bridge needs painting and southern approach raised to prevent accidents. A bid from Mr Smith of Burruba for 1098 pounds covers 85 chains of road at New Mexico.
The Manilla Express notes a Western Australia secession association amid wider discontent in four states. It argues the federation should grant strong federal power to prevent disintegration and calls for electors to empower Parliament to unify Australia under a single Commonwealth.
The Municipal Council proposes a 6000 pound plan to install a Manila stave system and Tweworth Manila advancement to improve electric service. It urges ratepayers to support the project, arguing it will boost the town and allow faster work with minimal tax impact and lower electricity costs through efficiency.
Last week's competition had 10 shots at 460 yards or an eight inch bullseye. Bignall won the A grade trophy after a shoot off with R Loseby, while the B grade trophy went to W Gannon. Scores listed for AA Grade.
Warwickshire posted 348 for 9. rain forced a draw with Australia. Gloucestershire bowled well as Taylor top scored 95, while Grimmett claimed seven wickets in Gloucestershire’s first innings. Australia chased 39 to win, with Ryder and Macartney sealing a 9 wicket victory as weather cleared but the wicket remained soft after heavy rain.
Community notices list a tractor trial at Me J Russell August 11, Mechanics Institute meeting August 13, Red Cross street stalls August 14, Hartles and O'Brien furniture sale August 14, Malls Creek Hall dance August 17, Social for Manilla Red Cross August 10, Golf Ball August 18, Progressive 500 dance August 20, Wong Creek Hall dance August 24, Rushes Creek Hall social August 25, Hospital Ball September 4, Gunnedah Show September 7-9, and Wool market pricing at Stockhart Ltd with quotations available.
A bright July 29 wedding joined Iris Stoddart of Manilla to R K A B Peake of Middleton at Holy Trinity Church Manilla. Attendants wore pale and cream gowns. reception followed at the Royal Hotel. The couple honeymoon in the Northern Rivers region.
Sydney wires report Brisbane tramway workers will strike at midnight on August 24 over wage increases. The action follows the council's refusal to grant higher pay.
The Taviil Board's Melbourne report urges Labor Unions to bridge the widening wages gap between Great Britain and Europe. It warns that otherwise nothing can prevent economic disaster for the nation.
The Federal Roads Bill received its second reading in the House of Representatives on Monday night. The new Migration Commission members were announced: E. W Gepp of Electrolytic Co. Tasmania, J. Gunn Premier of South Australia, and A. Natson of Western Australia. A London telegram reports the British submarine N 24 sank at Davenport Dock with several rescued and five sailors lost.
The Nationalist Council met last night and, by a large majority, rejected J Barrie of Roseville’s rebuke of Mr Bavin the party leader for opposing the referendum. Readers are drawn to an advertisement showing a sale at Brae situated between Manilla and Borgabri on Wednesday 18th at 10 o clock. Shepherd has sold Brae field and is leaving the district. The entire sheep entry horses plant furniture is for sale.
The Shire Council discussed straying stock and hogs roaming roads. Councillors considered the issue urgent as wandering animals posed a continuous danger until action is taken under local authority rules.
Stock Inspector C J Woolley urges Tamworth Board to back councils in erecting and maintaining public sheep dips at sale yards. He proposes a five year guarantee of seven percent on capital cost, with councils covering operating expenses and potential deficits, to secure Council approval and ministerial consent.
After nearly 15 years in Manilla Constable J Hill lockup keeper departs for Gunnedah. He has been a long time Manilla Rifle Club treasurer and was honored Friday night with a carved gift as colleagues praised his service and wish his family well.
Cr Coote attacked Municipal Council charges for resting sheep at sale yards calling 8 shillings for a 100 line rest and 6 pence per 100 thereafter unfair and biased toward larger interests. He urged revision while noting the producers’ burden.
The Twin City tractor impressed many farmers at Rushes Creek with an eight furrow plough task and a one gallon petrol fuel test turning an acre efficiently. The machine features rugged construction, ground clearance, easy servicing and kerosene readiness, with Clifton's Ltd as local agents. The Department of Local Government urged councils to prefer Australian made machinery, a point raised in Mandowa Shire Council discussions.
Parents and Citizens Association to discuss centralising the present educational system and free conveyance to central schools at Baral School meeting set for Thursday next week.
A rugged Canadian lumberjack tale unfolds as rugged river work and timber drives test a man's resolve. The film promises wilderness adventure with action on turbulent streams and a frontier drama vibe. Cobham and Sydney scenes are noted with a local retailer's ad for tools and galvanized goods.
Council considers granting permission for road through Mrs Costello’s property at petitioners’ expense. Engineers report the road is not easy but would save residents 4 to 6 miles per trip. Debates urge fair treatment, accuracy of location, and possible inspection by council members.
England reveals a shock fifth Test lineup. Carr is replaced as captain by the youthful Chapman while Root and Shudwick are dropped. Four year old Rhodes is included, with Hob y Sutcliffe Hendrén Woolley and others making the XI.
The notice invites readers to a Gunnedah Show with a £600 prize fund and generous giveaways. Special trains will run on Wednesday September 8 from Narrabri Quirindi and Tamworth calling at intermediate stations. Organizers promise a record show amid a favorable wood season.
Manilla will be represented by R. M. Smith J. C. Turner H. Roberts D. M. Mackenzie Grantham F O'Neill N. Sentt and FH. Lane as they travel to Taw. Worth on Wednesday for the Blaxland Cup competition.
A dance event in aid of the Namoi Trettine Club will be held Monday at the Wongo Creek venue near Gunnedah Jagz Bar Gents. Taudies 2/th Hi, Veness, secretary.
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