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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 31, 1937
Page
2
Mr and Mrs Boswood and family from Sydney visit Manila where discussion centers on a Peel River dam project. The plan requires a new 8 mile road with 10 bridges, costing up to 1000 pounds per mile, threatening Manilla’s interests while political aims appear to influence the decision.
Mackenzie Chambers will replace the C Mackenzie & Sons Pty building in Manilla opposite the Commonwealth Bank. The two story structure spans 75 feet frontage with a cantilever awning, enhanced by green-lined black brick columns and a refined formal front. Ground floor apartments include a jeweller shop, a modern restaurant and a novelty store, with a large showroom for the restaurant and a 30 foot frontage novelty shop. Upstairs offices for J D Kennedy and Sons will occupy about 50 by 80 feet, divided into eight rooms with maple panelling. The project features updated flooring set in concrete, enhanced ventilation, sewerage access, and polished fittings, projecting a solid businesslike appearance for the town.
Wool committee of the Male Society revises the wool show to enhance its success at the next event. Breeders are urged to prepare for the show by shearing timely and setting aside sleeves for display. New classes include owners and high quality merino ewes and wethers, with limits on sheep numbers.
Reading through district notes, crops in New Mexico Rushes Creek Atamga Somerton show strong growth with expectations of record yields. A grasshopper plague rumor was denied after entomologist PL McCarthy visited. nearby paddocks hold many hoppers but not plague-level swarms.
The Manilla District Cricket Association held its annual meeting on a busy Monday evening with fair attendance. Officers elected include Patron Mr De Ad Mackenzie and several committee members. The annual report shows a balance of £91 14s 6d with expenditures of £84 14s 4d and a credit balance of £7 9s 2d. Ground work and new equipment cost £69 7s 0d, while competition involved seven affiliated teams. The season featured representative matches, financial strain, and plans for a central northern association to coordinate visits from top teams.
IP W North wins the NRA Medal final stage with a splendid rifle score. L Simmons, Carlyon, Faulkner, and McKenzie post creditable marks as North is later disbarred from further contest after topping a close field. The championship narrative highlights North’s early lead and Simmons pursuit as Fletcher and Faulkner push for podium.
Fragmented notice lists a piano sale described as near new and pricing details, plus Wool & Skin Buyers McLennan & Condren in Tamworth opening, and notes about impounded stock at Manilla with a probate notice in New South Wales court. It mentions John Blair, poundkeeper, and a probate application for Pittman deceased.
irregular local notices describe Manilla cattle sale entries and dates, a continental sale planned for December memorial hall, a postponed dance event, hospital update on Mr Wearne, and a winter cricket season plan with trophies and organising committee. names include J Byrnes N Simpson R Colbert Ry Doohan V Fordham O N Scott J Cobte.
Market firm with firings noted as 5 percent above June closing. 25 percent above opening last season. Yorkshire shows strong demand as 4011 sales submitted. Pitt Son and Badgery lead in early sales with a firm market outlook for the season.
A large crowd gathered on a wet night to bid farewell to Sam Anthoney after thirteen years at the Manilla Post Office. He was promoted to the relieving craft in the Department with headquarters at Gunnedah and received a wallet of notes amidst expressions of goodwill and wishes for speedy recovery and future advancement.
Ambulance Ball organizers announce a new date for the event to be held on a Tuesday in September. The venue, with arches engaged, promises patrons an excellent evening of entertainment and open workshops, seeking to assure attendees of ample facilities and free admission.
Wanderers defeated Gladbelle in a close final as Miss MacKenzie Hartley led with strong serving. Notable players included Mrs Sylvia Hartley, Mrs Podmore, Mrs Pittman, and Mrs Coleman. Local events note Miss MacKenzie’s participation, to be followed by club plays at the Olk House with arrangements by teams. social updates mention travels and a large newborn in Cuerindi.
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