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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 30, 1929
Page
2
Readers confront a vilified budget critique accusing the government of reckless mismanagement and slashing highway projects. Critics demand accountability as calls rise to curb waste and restore fiscal stability.
Funeral services were held for Marie and June Murfitt after the lorry accident. They were buried at Manilla cemetery in a single casket with a service at Trinity Church conducted by Rev W. Praneis and organist Mrs Pilsell. Schoolgirls formed a wreathing procession, symbolizing community sympathy as mourners followed to the cemetery. Noel Simpson, ill with pneumonia in Armidale, showed improvement after his mother Mrs Simpson rushed to his bedside.
Walter Ramsay Appo was injured in a fatal lorry accident on Monday morning. He was caught on the lorry during its first swing but escaped before the second. He suffered bruising around the hip and leg and was taken to hospital by Dr Waterhouse where he remains under treatment. The Tuesday issue was published before these facts were known.
The Ranch an area of 4355 acres between Tamworth and Airdale near the Moonbis road was sold to Mr T Bragg of Manilla from Mrs Mt Le Quesne. The property, a noted clean wool growing area, was handled through W J Byrnes, Manilla property salesman.
Town property sales in Manilla described as successful with multiple parcels sold at auction and private treaty. Listings include Weatherboard cottage four rooms with blocks of land at Lloyd Namor Street North Manilla and several 4 acre and 2 acre allotments in nearby streets. Next sale planned towards year end with bidders invited. Accident report notes Mr James Brady of Sunshine injured when an axe attached to his saddle caused wrist injury while riding. He is under care at Matron McLaurin-Smith’s private hospital.
Fragmentary OCR text references government, dates, and names in a garbled stream. It mentions a meeting, possible political proceedings, and a request for awareness of government order, but lacks coherent details or clear actors to identify.
At the last Hospital Committee meeting, members including G. Bowman and A. Veness discussed finances with a debit of 3 pounds 8 shillings 7 pence. They planned a ball, approved a new tennis net, and appointed a special committee to review finances and administration while secretary C U Wilshire announced his resignation effective 30 September.
The Hospital Association secretary reports in the 39th bulletin that including tall hospital workers in industrial awards is not favored. It supports a separate Hospital Nursing Star Industrial Organisation for nursing staff interests and urges hospitals to revoke unused railway concession tickets certificates as required by the Railway Department.
Archdeacon Moyse of Adelaide was elected bishop at Armidale with a large majority. The new bishop brings a high reputation as an organiser to his work in the Diocese of Armidale.
The mayor notes the committee recommends accepting the tender of Alderman Morris despite his no longer serving. Ald Dunbar questions the tender, and the mayor clarifies he has referred to Morris by habit. The tender of Mr Morris is the subject of the recommendation.
A fragment from a Mechanics tale hints at an Avalanche inspired clash as two men, a younger and an older, share a deep but non familial love amid brash encounters. A villager mourns a fallen figure while a Red Ordine Angel weeps. In England, Australian League football enters Southampton as visitors arrive.
The Silent House TM presented by The Patats will be shown on Saturday at Palnin. The program includes Meotoniane Mths on Chines and Mendorin with a wealthy young Ene Volman and a pretty girl in a dramatic piece. Red Wine follows as the second feature a moral tale about consequences of the night before.
Last week saw the first qualifying rounds of the A and B Championships amid heavy rain. No records fell. Hoberts led the day. Sunday Tamworth beat Blaxland and Lcrtimer Cups at Scrivener, morning 4-3, afternoon dominant 7-0. Players praised the course and club facilities. Fixtures against Gon nedah planned at Gunnedah. Associates enter TB soldiers and sailors stroke play qualifiers. Manilla beat Tamworth 8-0. Barrabs set for Thursday.
A clipped editorial notes Queensland appears to progress faster despite past governance. Living standards are lower in Queensland, with towns 15 to 23 percent cheaper for most goods than New South Wales. Newspapers, however, cost about double.
In the Darling Downs region continuous bad seasons have faded. A hard winter and scattered rains have left thousands of acres of young wheat showing well where soil is good, with Warwick area property noted and a good season anticipated.
For a month, Manius council meetings have included plans for new houses and substantial alterations. Citizens hear that many other buildings are contemplated and underway.
A cryptic note recommends kerosene for home mosquito control in a storage tank. It suggests using refined kerosene such as Snow Tinker, applied to the tank every two weeks. The text mentions overflow and requires replacement or adjustment of the kerosene when overflow occurs.
The page lists church services at Manilla Upper Manilla Nixon New Mexico and Sharch of England Manilla Holy Eucharist Evensong and sermons with times. It also notes Parochial Council meetings Quiet Day sessions and Holy Euch aris t details. Community events include Grand United Oddfellow Euchre Party Palais Theatre Footballers Dance Younger Set Euchre Party and Namie Trotting and Pony Meet.
The death occurred in Tamworth on Sunday of Mrs Ellen Lane aged 79. She was a mother of Mr Harry Lane formerly of Manilla and a widow for many years. She had lived in Tamworth for 30 years and is survived by an aged husband, four sons and five daughters.
The Premier asks Major Jarvie to resign from the Legislative Assembly amid conflict over a Royal Commission report. Jarvie defends his innocence after a jury acquittal and attacks the commission as biased. He vows not to step down, warning expulsions could unseat Labour and National members if the government pushes action.
Snowden held firm to demands for English justice on German reparations, drawing tension as he shifted from France Italy and Belgium. He reportedly left Berlinhof amid a storm of censure after his 75 percent claim was rejected.
A confused forecast fragment discusses expectant rain, mention of Mares and a plan to erect a barrier within 45 hours. Text notes cloudy conditions with possible rain, thunder, and further unsettled weather.
Central Northern League defeated New Englaid 25 to 2 at Armidale on Wednesday in a hard fought match that lasted to the final minute.
An elderly 70 year old proprietor ambushed police 14 miles from Kempsey while attempting to run a wine selling scheme. Three officers returned fire. one constable was wounded lightly. The elderly man was arrested on charges of attempted murder and shares in the plan.
Federal Treasurer Paige faces opposition as a 0 percent tax on gross receipts of entertainers prompts protests and parliamentary questions. Meanwhile Mechanics Library closes for a week for catalog revision as members receive notices, and Manilla Golf Club reports Tom Smith’s record chase with a 68 two-round score. Government considers Liquor Act changes and motor chassis duties raise car costs. International league meeting looms, with Argentina in focus. meanwhile local shops advertise gramophone records and rental cottages.
Applications are invited and will be received up to mid day on Saturday September 2st for the position of Secretary to the Manilla District Hospital. Salary is 20 shillings per week. Full particulars as to duties etc. may be obtained on application to the undersigned. Duties to begin on 1st October next. C Wilshire, Secretary.
A measured note of gratitude extends to the people of Siak and Manila Rural School for their kindness and expressions of sympathy during a time of bereavement for P C and G McReitt.
Memoriam entry for Elizabeth Shiey aged around 30, described as loving mother and grandmother Agnes and James Yong and family. Notice lists branded mares with markings and sales details. Impounded at Mantula from Glen Bora Bath Anes with horse descriptions and sale date set for September 12, 1998.
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