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Fragmentary text mentions a representative in desolation or dispute with references to a date 11,07 and names Bouin Gay press Martie caiven Drewby unclear context and actions.
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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 11, 1907
Page
2
Fragmentary text mentions a representative in desolation or dispute with references to a date 11,07 and names Bouin Gay press Martie caiven Drewby unclear context and actions.
A reader notes police actions against indigenous groups and questions civilized nations engaging in warfare. The Express mentions Mr Honey Gray and Master George Gray touring Australia with exhibition games in Brisbane and shifts to a discussion of the 1906 Commonwealth Excise Act, arguing the protectionist policy aids workers and reflects socialist undertones.
Patrick Green aged 65 died suddenly yesterday at his Klori farm after a smothering cough. He had been ill but rose as usual. Daughters and neighbors attempted aid. he died before help arrived. He was born in Tipperary Ireland and lived in Tamworth for 30 years before moving to Klorn. He leaves two sons William and Patrick and daughters Mary Grace and Agnes. The funeral is today. The report also lists powers conferred on Llandown Shire Council including vehicle licensing, parks care, noxious vermin control, and street regulation.
The first test between Roo and the Lion starts in Sydney at Recreation Ground this afternoon with Beexs Present Day players in action. Noble, J. K. Hill, Wright and Claxton mix notable figures as scores rise. Australian Eleven's second innings reaches 110 for two before rain halts play and abandonment is declared due to heavy rain over Sunday night and Monday.
Residents of Circular Bend Upper Manilla seek separation from Barraba Shire and annexation to Mandowa Shire. Government Gazette notice sets 30 days for written representations to the Minister. A poll may be demanded by one third of ratepayers on the issue of uniting the areas under Governor authority.
A strange storm tore through the town yesterday with unexpected force. Hailstones preceded heavy rain as residents rushed to assess damage on Manilla street and nearby areas.
Local notes report a Friday match and a forthcoming concert by Woaight from Baarpof in town. Reports cover a pew system report, a taxpayer tender, and council discussions on a Delray League. A man in Manilla Town Coun ee hanged himself amid a subdivision dispute. A country-wide explosion and a nasty street accident are noted. George Grey praised as a bright, well-spoken lad with strong billiards skills in Aruidae.
A town editor letter argues about grazing flocks near riverbanks affecting town stock and calls for action. It also quotes Manilla footballers lamenting lack of recognition after a strong season and noting delegates failed to attend season meetings.
Manilla Girls College hosts its first annual concert on Wednesday the 18th featuring a Christmas pantomime Bluebeard songs recitations and tableaux with schoolchildren. Local and visiting artists Collins and Miss Lillie Carter of Tamworth perform. Proceeds support a school library games club fund and Christmas gifts for hospital use. Tickets available from students or Mr Hillier with front seats at no extra fee.
Fragmentary text cites a cheap team and postal view with unclear context and missing details. No definite events, names, or places can be established from the readable portion.
A garbled wire item mentions cricket innings and a collision drowning crew member, then shifts to a tobacco war in Kentucky with armed masked men attacking Hopinsville. It reports property loss, police and firemen burned in the assault, and a factory manager killed. A separate note mentions a teen killed in a Coolamundra incident and a rumor about Mr G H Reid’s appointment.
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