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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 01, 1944
Page
4
A feature on Phil Darbyshire Melbourne script writer for radio shows, noting his claim that good writing needs sharp knowledge of human nature and the ability to boil dialogue to essentials. He emphasizes clear, smooth transitions between actors to form a complete mental image.
An Australian scriptwriter born in Gippsland rose from farming in Riverina to financial security through radio. He wrote thousands of scripts including over a thousand serials, with Victory Show Village Glee Club Happy-Go Lucky and Modern Minstrels among current National Programme broadcasts. His breakthrough came when a story on the back of a waybill became a radio piece, leading to ongoing work and large audiences.
A garbled report from Arlington Massachusetts notes bridge players receiving four perfect hands in a game derailed by odd events. The Artiiulule Council plans to assess electricity department costs amid price requests from the Price Dixing Commission, which were refused, provoking local tension as the mayor warns of a showdown.
State Meteorologist explains that a high pressure system off Queensland swept heat across NSW toward Sydney. Dust from drought-stripped soil rose with the wind, reducing visibility and contributing to airborne dust observed from New Zealand to Tasman Sea, a long distance concern for national soil loss.
A report states three men were arrested after their vehicle in Armidale yielded 389 bottles of whiskey and 5 bottles of brandy. A separate note mentions a 124 man crew from an unnamed fortress bomber group rescued at sea after 194 hours afloat.
Meritorious work noted across classes with dictation and arithmetic lists for Classes 3 4 5 and 6. Spelling competition drill shield and attendance honours cited. secondary cricket results include A and B grades against Oxley with top scorers and bowlers. External Intermediate exam underway. preliminary plans for Speech Night and Concert on December 11.
The Manilla Association held its last meeting with Mr A Tt Macleod presiding. It recorded appreciation for donations toward annual school prizes from the Returned Soldiers League and 21M Radio Cheb. Mr Bearns, the principal, said the Director of Education asked about starting a fourth year class at Manith Rural School. Thwax noted at least 19 pupils are needed.
A warning signed by Miss M. Baldwin dated 23 May 1944 forbids trespassing and removal of wood from Brubb TM Tistate. It states all straying stock will be impounded and previous permissions are cancelled.
C J Byrnes of Mossvalo warns that anyone found trespassing, fishing, shooting, or removing wood from the property will be prosecuted.
A. M. McDonald posts a substantial reward for information leading to the conviction of individuals removing wood, interfering with gates or fences, rabbiting, or trespassing on properties beyond the cemetery along Crow Mountain Road known as Brooklyn.
Property protection notice warns that anyone found removing wood fencing posts or wire at Woodville or Pinelea will be prosecuted. Signed by Miss A. Bowman and L. H. Sneesby of Upper Manila.
A notice warns trespassers or wood theft at Clon fael after a specified date, canceling prior permissions. Mr Kearns notes only 8 pupils available from Manilla with no aid from other centres. Mr Kearny says the annual speech night and concert will be on December 42, thanking the Association and members for their cooperation during the year.
At the last Tamworth P P Board meeting Uy Y PLM Swan of Manila requested permission to waive a fence rule to build a proof fence along a bad wily path. the request was granted. Complaints about rabbit conditions at Keepit Dam were referred to the Inspector for investigation.
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