Australia climate myth and drought in Manilla Express
The article humorously critiques Australian climate stereotypes held by English and Australian readers. It cites anecdotes about deserts, diverse climates, and droughts across New South Wales and other areas, arguing against a single desert image and noting serious water scarcity concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
W.M. Hughes
Rinner
London
Europe
New South Wales
Ronmie Mose
Himes Bay
Ravers
MD Fiscal
Methodist Fair Triumph Despite Fierce Weather
The Methodist Fair opened amid vile weather but drew strong patronage. Local ladies organized decorative stalls, including peach blossoms and a magic garden, with flowers, produce, and confections drawing admiration. The luncheon and market left attendees satisfied and grateful for the volunteers’ efforts. Manilla Flour Mills Ltd later suffered a devastating fire destroying much of the mill and 5000 bags of wheat, with losses estimated between £10,000 and £20,000, forcing layoffs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Methodist Church
Manilla
Manilla Flour Mills Ltd
Manilla Flour Mill Ltd
Manilla Farm
Manilla Farm Onl Haisiness Men the Bodies For Meets VT By the F Eevivaod Gulf
D. Teeneily
J. Buckley
Qusuneii Firestar
F.C Willian
Case for pooling in the Palais draws farmers
Mr A J Trethowan MLC urged compulsory wheat pooling before about 40 farmers and the public at Manilla Palais. He argued pools avoid chartering pitfalls and protect farmers, while opponents fear loss of freedom and monopoly. The mayor introduced the talk and a vote of thanks closed the meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Palais
A. J. Trethowan
M.L.C
Ald. C.F. Hayward
Manilla
Intance
Pool
Si Grasiers Company
Adyvacatra
Farmers and Graziers Company
Noard
Trethowan
Mr. Trethowan
Arcardell
EB. O 'T. Rowman
Alin Coote
Fatal motor accident near Upper Manilla kills two children
A motor lorry overturned near Upper Manilla on Monday morning killing Marie Murfitt six and Jane Murfitt four. The two children were riding on the lorry with ten people in the party. Driver Frederick Bydon was sober. coroner's verdict ruled accident with no blame. The tragedy occurred on a sharp road turn. witnesses described the lorry skidding and tipping. The parents, recent immigrants from New Zealand, expressed sympathy as the coroner announced the death dates and funeral plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Upper Manilla
Marie
Jane Sturfitt
Brisbane
Cobbadah
Aydon
Murftt
Bydon
Wavy
June Murfitt
J. P. Sweeney
Upper
Manilla
O'Sullivan
Australia
New Zealand
Stronge Land
T. Kennedy
Manilla Court
Dunn
Queensland
Dr. Waterhouse
Fredrick Bydon
Orry
Maris
Dine
Ronnie Moor
Toohifine
Rfo
Pat Geink
Tia
Hai
Claude Marfiot
Pridane
Hile
Yanneir
Twi
Orn
Manila
Forry
Swith 7
Marie Morfitt
Aane Morftt
Fredrick Rydon
Alse
Martom Marina
Witnesilanes
England
Manilla Defeats Gunnedah In Football Match
Manilla defeated Gunnedah 12 to 2 with Frank Marus kicking a penalty goal for Gunnedah. Anthoney Di Moffat and L Benn scored tries for Manilla as Mr. C. Kennedy refereed. A rematch was set for September 6 at Gum Sun and a September 1 meeting with Bingara announced. Notes include social notices and memorials for Ellen Day and William Smith with family messages.
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Gunnedah
Jamia
Manila Boys
Ale Eagles
Frank Marus
Bennett
Anthoney
di Moffat
L. Benn Wored
Manila
C. Kennedy
Gumsun
Bingara Vill
Minille
Wedding and bishop election notes brighten Randwick scene
Report from Randwick notes Mr Marry Burrell’s wedding to Miss Sylvia Watson while Dr Baxter of Drummoyne receives the bride. Upcoming bishops election sees H Stoddart C Nayward travel to Armidale with Carter of Rangiri. Weather, sheep losses rumors, and a Grand Ball at Palais on Friday are also mentioned.
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Marry Burrell
St. Jude's
Randwick
Sylvia Watson
Dr. Baxter
Drummoyne
Excisior Red Cross Society
Kenington
Burrell
H. Stoddart
C. Nayward
Arm
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Cesarine
Stoddart & Hayward Ltd
Telefhont 1
J. D. Kennedy
Simpson
Glendearg
Matron M
McLaurin Smith
Atna
Matna
Mes
Oo Kelly
Giours
Chas. W. Knoll
FLQ
Lond
Knoll and Whitebox
Pitt St
Sydney
Tly North Ord Northawest
Medinwie 9 Eastitate
Primrday
J. A Rochfort
Afta, Atis
Manti
Manilla Flour Mill
Buat
Armélste _tarkene
Wanea Creek
Pride
Oddfotnay
Donen
Tachre
Potala
Fast & BF
Chord
CWA
Lieslodern
Wost
Laxail
Will P.tase
Waushire
Iuay
Sun
Beety
Parish
Vey
Barelay
Martin
O ‘Keeppe
Hudd
Memoriam
Ellen Day
Smits
Teo
WR. E. Smith
Wicar Ligis
Barenda
Perton Manilla
M. D. MacKenzie & 500H3 Ltd
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