14 Dec 1954
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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 14, 1954
Page
1
Chenille bedspreads and Achill Finlay sheets offered in all sizes with cellophane packs. Plastic table cloths from 12/11. Dri Glo towels in cellophane packs. Novelty linen Tea towels embroidered cloth sets guest towels and more.
Ad lists manicure and dressing sets from Cyclax Coly and Yardley with prices from 9 to 95 units. Luxurious nylon hosiery offered in 12 15 and 30 denier at 7 to 21 units. Includes ladies grooming kits and brush sets with varying price points.
The hospital faces acute staff shortages since the 1948 fire and the new building is hoped to attract more nurses. Mr Veness notes ongoing support and plans to improve facilities and recruitment at the hospital.
The dedication service led by Rev. John Mitchell celebrated the opening of the church hall. The event featured prayers, an anthem by senior girls, a blessing by Mrs. F. Pavy, and a benediction, followed by a reception and stalls. Mr. Mungo Park praised the builders and urged continued support to clear the hall’s debt.
The Presbyterian Sunday School Anniversary drew a large crowd at the 11 am service. Rosalyn and Marie Blair led in an anthem. Rev. John Mitchell demonstrated a flanagraph of The Christmas Story. Prizes were awarded to children, and a Christmas tree event will close the anniversary celebrations on Saturday. A Rural School Play Centre opening in January 1955 will provide three weeks of free holiday recreation with trained staff and free milk, and there is an appeal for materials and donations to support youth programs.
Fragmentary OCR note records the final issue timing for Hise reopening at 8:30 Jam Monday January 10 1955 and mentions the first issue resuming after hiatus with ChristmasExperts and schedule details unclear due to damaged text.
Warner Bros Trouble Along the Way stars John Wayne Donna Reed and Charles Coburn co stars Sherry Jackson Tom Tully and Marie Windsor. Universal outdoor Technicolor drama Tumbleweed with Audie Murphy also screens. A two year old elephant is presented to Amsterdam children by Indian Prime Minister Nehru.
The Tamworth Bus Company will keep the Tamworth departure at 4 pm during school holidays. Manilla Business Mens Association requested adherence to the current timetable citing benefits to local business for same day parcel deliveries. The schedule change affects the 5 pm late departure and Sydney papers delivery.
Advertisers are asked to place Christmas greetings and advertisements in the Gar Bist issue by 5 30 pm Friday afternoon next December 17 1954. The notice appears in the publication as guidance for submitting ad content in time for the Christmas edition.
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