Stoddart and Hayward Ltd Special Towel Week
Stoddart and Hayward Ltd announce a Special Towel Week with a four shillings sixpence price for a towel and a ten penny offer per piece. The notice outlines promotional terms and participating outlets.
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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 25, 1931
Page
2
Stoddart and Hayward Ltd announce a Special Towel Week with a four shillings sixpence price for a towel and a ten penny offer per piece. The notice outlines promotional terms and participating outlets.
Chas W Evol, a master optician of the North and North-West, will be personally at the Royal Hotel Upstairs on Saturday September 5 1931 from 10 to 6. All repairs and correspondence should be addressed to Box BPP Sydney.
A 1931 editorial blames Ramsay McDonald for the government's collapse after a failed attempt to govern Britain. It argues unemployment rising, taxation and rationing provoking unrest, and cites flawed alliance with Russia as a key factor. The piece portrays a nation strained by cheap imports and labor unrest.
The Methodist Spring Fair will be held in Monorial MNI on Saturday next. Stallholders are preparing, with fine displays and a popular tinny york competition attracting attendees. Evening program features school choir and entertainers. special attractions promise value for visitors.
A town council conference debated whether saleyards should be in the Municipality or the Shire. The motion to refer the question to ratepayers failed by 4 votes to 3 after long discussion. Names listed include Heywood, Adie, Easterman in support and Bowman, White, Clifton, Coates, Haywood in opposition. The conference adjourned indefinitely.
North Tamworth defeated Rest Tamworth in the final to win the Premiership with final points: North 28, East 26, Manilla 14, Nundle 12, Wet 10. West Tamworth beat Manilla 11 4 in a delayed, windy finish, with Weber and Bergin scoring for West and Bennet crossing for Manilla.
Hospital proceedings recap a July meeting with reports from Matron and the finance committee. Officers named include President, Vice-President, and Treasurer. A tribute was paid to long-serving member Mr. H. Stoddart. Subscriptions and government subsidies are outlined, and a partial donation from Mr. O’Shea for a hospital picture was accepted.
A historic bond conversion notice urges holders to act quickly before the loan ends. By August 21 207 264 996 pounds had converted leaving about 249 000 000 pounds to come in. Commonwealth and state securities addressed to respective banks. Government aims for temporary voluntary action rather than broad increases. Immediate action required by every bondholder.
Prices from Court Street Market include apples 2/6 to 46s 5d per case, Granny Smiths 10/12 per case, Oranges 8/10 per case, Jaffa 3/6 half case, Mandarins 4/6 half case, Lemons 2/6 half case, pears 4/6 half case, mixed fruit 30 for 1s, vegetables and butter rates listed. Sunday amu Hine Mission preacher Rev H W Woodhouse at Methodist Church. golf match between 16 year old champion players on NS Wo amd day. Tamworth entertainer Mr Gerth Dn in the evening. market tents offer luncheon and tea with reduced prices to boost attendance.
Mr V C Thompson M H R paid Manilla a short visit on Saturday to inform electors on the political situation. A meeting is arranged for Monday next August 31 in a local hall. Further notices advise Brickfield Hall Creek Friday night dance.
The Manilla Show Society stages its first Ball on Tuesday night 1 September at Memorial Hall. Proceeds go to fund Manilla’s first show, with rich music and plans for an enjoyable evening for all ages. Tickets cost 5 and 4, supper tables reserved by calling Honorary Ball Secretary Mia F Hliscox at phone 153, applications encouraged by Monday. Dancing starts at 8 p.m.
The Rev K L McKeon officiated at a wedding where Baby Lena, daughter of Mr and Mrs Lena of Manilla, married Harold Yass. Rita England attended as bridesmaid. Lance Gruber was best man. Worris Creek girls defeated Manilla 5–0 in a friendly match, with Benien scoring three, Housefield and Marshall one each.
Announcement lists matches at B C Courts and Town Courts as part of the Manilla district tennis semi finals. Event details include delayed dates, venues, and an additional notice about a public works boundary road closure and a government gazette notice. Objections on land matters are due within one month to the Minister for Lands.
Court order blocks sale of fruit vegetables and produce by Clark Wholesale Trader at 3 p.m. Saturdays. Sale listings show case lots and specialities of a farm and garden produce business.
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