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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 24, 1926
Page
2
The spring display features exclusive model hats in varied shapes with trims and gold underlines, priced from 25/11 to 35/6. Also shown are chiffon georgette sand shade hats, silk frocks, crepe de chine jumpers, ottoman silk coats, and a selection of flowers from Paris. Gloves, consigned underwear, and ladies bloomers complete the assortment.
The letter argues September 4 as a moment to push for federal power to legislate on labor and industry to unify disparate state awards. It warns that state variations raise prices and cause unemployment, urging a yes vote to support a single national law and avoid regional disparities. The piece also notes authors A. R. McLeod and Arthur Stevet of Manilla.
Reported on the 1920s Ashes tour, England defeats highlight weak Australian bowling led by Gregory and the lack of firepower against a strong English attack. Batting is unbalanced and a youth infusion is urged as many players near 30. Hospital debts loom over local patients signing promises to pay after recovery. A hospital committee meeting discussed pursuing full repayments and future accountability.
The traveling show arrives Thursday August 4 featuring Flying Nelsons, Homax Duo, Alfred Clarke the world champion rider, Miss Eileen May, Miss Gladys, Miss Dorik, Torelli's miniature circus, and a collection of ponies dogs and clowns. Wirth’s Ringling connections brought the stars. matinees from 4 to 5 pm include animal feeding.
Barangaroo area notes a clearance sale at Braefield conducted by auctioneer Byrnes. W H Shepherd oversaw the sale last Wednesday the 16th. About 3700 sheep sold averaging 23 shillings and four pence with cattle horses furniture and plant also cleared at satisfactory prices.
The Manilla District Hospital thanks contributors including Jas Brady A Douglas Cod Easterman W W Chapman A McDonald and many others. A Federal Referendum is set for Saturday September 4 with compulsory voting for electors and penalties for noncompliance. Also noted is a proposed 30000 hotel project in Armidale and a wool sale series in Sydney with 249000 bales offered.
The August meeting of the Hospital Committee at Manilla District Hospital notes attendees including E.B. Heywood and J. Coote. Resignations from nurses N. Richmond and J. Marcia were received. Treasurer’s report shows £973 1s 6d income with £290 6s 2d balance. donations total £3 14s 6d. Public Works proposed a septic tank at £560. subsidy request for a hospital car discussed with cost estimates required. Volunteers sought for annual ball doorkeepers.
The Red Cross Day turnout was generous and spontaneous, with crowds filling Marin Place and Customs House Square. A total of over £10,000 was raised, about £7,000 from the central events, as arrangements ran smoothly and a series of talks and services welcomed the President of the Conference.
Headmaster invites members to inspect new improvements and a fretsaw is planned for a training class. Police notice to be drawn regarding traffic regulation around Arthur and Court streets. Footpath work requested from Municipal Council while a Harmeworth apparatus costs £4 10s.
Australians posted 225 in reply as Australia’s first innings featured key runs from Everett and Ellis with Bain’s aggressive fielding and Beeres’ driving. Grimmett excelled in bowling, taking 5 for 64 while Richardson followed with 4 for 18 as Somerset was dismissed for 153 in their innings, Hendrey and Lyor contributing.
A chaotic report covers a Kio competition, 400 yard shooting, and winners in A and B grades. It also notes an estate sworn for £122,105 to a widow and children, plus a government measure mandating 20 percent Australian goods preference over British and 30 percent preference over foreign goods.
The Gurmedah P A and H Association outlines a centre ring address and loudspeakers to announce events and timing at the Gunnedah Show replacing a blackboard. Advertising broadcasts will run between events and exhibitors are invited to apply. Abandonment of the drafting competition due to wattle shortages follows. Hospital President welcomes back Mr D M Mackenzie from his trip to America and Canada hoping for health and benefit to future hospital welfare.
School appointments announced including Corella Public School with a teacher to be appointed immediately. Local staff news covers Stan Moffat visiting Manilla, Constable Malone becoming lockup keeper, W Lancaster Sen. undergoing surgery, and Harry Burrell’s forthcoming Life’s History of the Platypus with Te Soeuf. Salvation Army contingent reports a successful Memorial Hall meeting and future concert planned. Manilla footballers travel to Tamworth to play Loomberih. £174 collected for Mr Fuchs widow after a football watch incident at Glen Tennix.
Community notices list a dance at Rushes Crook Hall on August 25 and a circus visit on August 26. Other items include a Memorial Het event August 4, street stall for jumble sale on August 2, a Manilla District Hospital Ball on September 2, a Fedoval referendum on September 4, and Shaw Sentomier events September 7 and 8. Local bazaars and product stalls are also noted.
A motor lorry carrying 200 gallons of petrol blew up at Concord last night. Four year old Charles Morris stood nearby and survived with shock after the tank flew into the air and the vehicle caught fire. The nearby area shook from the blast. Meanwhile a New York report says Rudolph Valentino has died on Monday. A Tokyo message notes Japan will stop emigration to Australia and Canada and retain its possessions.
The Agricultural Department reports strong American appetite for passionfruit. Efforts to cultivate passionfruit in the United States have failed, while imports from Australia flood the market, reshaping domestic supply.
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