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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 10, 1926
Page
4
The Wonder Drapers advertise deep discounts with a Come and See event at the Express Office. Shoppers are invited to browse bargain items on display and seize limited time offers. Local shoppers respond with curiosity and plan visits.
The Tamworth Progress and Progress Association meeting at Peel Shire Office discussed frost impact on wheat and cattle, noting steady wheat growth in some areas while others remained low. Inspectors reported on sheep sales, rabbit control efforts, and local stock issues amid adverse weather, with several districts cited for trapping, fumigation, and landholder cooperation.
A high water tank at Basin Plain Gunnedah prompts plans to pin down a location for another. A stock inspector warns of bird destruction by fishing and urges sanctuaries under the Bird and Animal Protection Act. The Warrabah Exchange scheme is debated with a potential sub committee to negotiate with owners if a fair deal cannot be reached.
In response to widespread protests across Australia over a one and a half to two pounds sterling annual tax increase, the Prime Minister insists he will press ahead with the proposals. He ignores opposition from three states and groups including the United Political Party of Western Australia and primary producers. The Town and Country Union and coal interests urge strong public pushback against the tax and road expenditure measures.
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