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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 23, 1929
Page
2
A critic argues against obscene literature and asserts that clean writing can convey life’s truth without vulgar detail. He challenges readers who seek the unclean, noting that true literature offers vivid mental images without manure or sensationalism.
Church listings show Methodist services at Manilla 11 am and 7.30 pm with Rev W C Francis, Upper Manilla 3 pm, Hills Creek 11 am, New Mexico 3.30 pm, and Presbyters at Manilla 11 am and 7.39 pm with Wonge Creek 3 pm led by Rev G A Gordon. Church of England Holy Eucharist at Manilla 7.59 am and Evensong and Sermon 7.30 pm on The Reality of the Unseen with Rushes Creek 11 am and Somerton 3 pm led by Rev T Hunter Barratt.
Manilla prepares for a major home game against Gunnedah, touted as one of the north’s best. The Manilla team features playmakers G Harp B Veness R Solling J Costelloe L Bennett H Bennett J Moffat J Perry R Bienall H Norris S An honey R Baker W Gee with reserves J Beard T Jaeger D Bryant backing them up.
The Municipal Council adjourned on Tuesday due to distractions including Alderman McLeod away in Brisbane and others seeking to attend a golf ball or go home. The body reconvened on Tuesday the 27th after the disruption.
Municipal Council met Tuesday as Mrs McDonald sought a building permit. Inspector announced the proposed site lay on an unnamed street on the municipality’s eastern boundary, running north from Strafford Street. The area once hosted the Swan Hilda Dairy operated by the late Mr E Hall.
The council approved plans for Mrs A. M. McDonald to build a cottage off Strafford Street with a 15 foot building line and for Mr D. A. Coote to erect a cottage on Caermarthen Street with an 18 foot line.
Auctioneer W J Byrnes offers several vacant blocks of land and cottages at attractive terms. Numerous owners sell as properties deemed good safe investments. Auction set for Saturday 24th matant at Mechanic's Institute Manila.
On Tuesday the Supreme Court fined the Labor Daily £250 and its editor £50 for contempt of court for publishing matters calculated to interfere with the free court of justice. The matter had previously been before the Court and judgment had been reserved.
Central Court hearings Tuesday revealed further evidence in the conspiracy case against John Sorden and six other unionists tied to a senate related strike. The defense sought to question alleged motives amid wartime pressures as the case proceeded.
The note laments perceived declines in taste and virtue in society, blaming fashionable literature and female readers for their supposed affectations. It argues against censorship and urges trust in the growth of pure taste, despite many uncertain claims about public response and social trends.
Public Health inspectors conducted house to house checks under Ordinance 41 to prevent mosquito breeding with widespread destruction. Milk samples from all dairymen were collected for analysis. A stock roundup impounded nine head from the streets. six released, two destroyed, one in pound. Building plans for Mrs A M McDonald and Mr D A Coote submitted for approval.
Event notices show dances at A tunga Hall and Palais Theatre dates. W J Byrnes town properties sale listed for August 24 alongside Methodist pair event and Clue and fold social at Wongo Creek Hall. Namoi Trotting and Pony Meeting and a Grand United Oddfellow event are scheduled for late August into September.
The 26th Gunnedah show of the P A H Association opened in splendid weather, bringing a large attendance. Sheep and horses sections were strong with several exhibitors expected to shine at the Royal. Winners included McClung and Carter in merinos and Bickett, Perrett, Stones in British breeds.
A sequence of showers overnight into Tuesday boosted total registrations to 21 at the Iceal post office. Local observers reported steady turnout and no major delays or incidents.
The report notes the Queensland parliament opened on Tuesday last and states that similar proceedings will occur on September 17. It records no disruptions and confirms an ordinary session schedule with routine debates and votes.
The Palais opens Saturday with Smashing Through as the first feature. Kaye Don, world famous motorist, hails its clever avoidance of a child on the track as a high spot. The second feature is Pumndfold, a tale of diamond robbery murder and love.
Rumors claim organizers and parties near Wellton Arizona manipulated the Woman's Arria Derby after Miss Crossan died, with claims certain individuals sought to have the race declared off. Details are unconfirmed and sourced from speculative reports.
The note indicates continued effort by Finn as the writer plans to leave soon for Sandringham. It mentions fatigue but no clear events or dates, reflecting a terse, unfinished update with limited readable details.
Opening wool sales begin in Sydney in September, continuing through September 18. A separate note records a world speed achievement on Tuesday at Calshot by Flying Officer Atcherley piloting a Supermarine Bell Royea, reaching 230 miles per hour.
Committee of management declares every detail perfected for the golf ball evening. Mr C C Anderson decorates hall with a drooped canopy. Miss Baker inspires supper tables to beauty. Attendance includes Tamworth, Gunnedah and Parramatta coaches. W D Hertley oversees the floor as Mashie dance uses lights for a happy effect. Club members and secretaries thank all helpers and patrons.
An audience at Holy Trinity Church Wednesday evening applauded a secular organ recital by Mr. Richmond. Top voted pieces were Prelude in C Sharp Minor and Narcissus, with Abide With Me arranged by Richmond also popular. Mrs Redfern impressed with Ave Maria on a fine organ, and Mr G M Lane rose with My Task in King of Kings where the choir's performance stood out led by Mr G Wheal.
Mechanics Monday will show a feature lineup for the Methodist Fair weekend. The first feature, Beggars of Tate, follows a girl in self defense and a fatal shot amid ensuing complications, followed by Burnt Fingers starring Eileen Percy and George O’Hara.
England reached 234 for one in response to South Africa declaring at 492 for eight. Sutcliffe scored 109 and Hammond 101, with Hobbs out for 2. South Africa had declared at 492 eight after a record 214 partnership between Deane and Taylor, with Taylor making 121 and Deane 93. England’s Sutcliffe and Woolley were notable in the earlier innings, while Vincent took 5 for 105 for the hosts. The fifth Test ended in a draw.
Locust swarms devastate remaining crops in Seinde province while cholera lingers in the same region and spreads into the Munjaub, threatening further scarcity and health concerns.
V J Byrnes reports selling 2610 acres of CPL and CO land near Manilla to Mr W Primes dig Neu nde property, adjoining Glen Parra, about 25 miles east of Manilla.
Reports of rowdy behavior in public halls prompt strict enforcement. Police have been instructed to monitor and prevent breaches of the law, warning offenders to behave.
A fragment reviews Miss Ivy Nicholls of Strathfarnham Coogee introducing a reversible poem in which reading upward yields a patriotic sermon. It urges Australians to support Australian made goods to curb foreign influence and preserve local industry.
The Hon. A. E. Trethan M. L. C. will visit Monday to present the case for compulsory pool. Address times are 2.30 pm at Upper Manilla and 7.30 pm in Manila. Farmers are invited to hear his side.
Mathew Ryan faced Police Court for shooting two pigs after they trespassed from a neighbor's slaughteryard onto his land protected by a fence. The magistrate ruled the shooting was unprovoked and dismissed the case as the pigs appeared on his enclosed property. In other news, Northern Districts defeated Combined Universities 79 to 15 at Tamworth with Henry Tennett of Manila playing for Northern Districts. A Methodist Fair is planned for Saturday with patrons urged to attend.
Newtown Council approved a traffic department plan to divert buses from King Street and Enmore Road. Bus users’ association protested with 434 local businesses signing a petition, but council kept the decision, citing tram workers and tax concerns. Aldermen blamed government and Fraser for costly management and seek leadership changes.
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