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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 17, 1929
Page
2
A compressed note details a plan involving an individual named Daimy Little and a business move toward the Manila Express. The fragment references dates and a series of terms that imply a shipping or brokerage action, with unclear roles and outcomes. No further readable context clarifies the purpose or parties involved.
Speculation runs high on the next Australian team to England after the trial. Fifteen players remain in contention while Oldfield sustains in match injuries and is praised as the most reliable wicket keeper. Walker emerges as a strong backup and potential run getter, with four spinners, including Senham Hernibrook Arimmtt and Blackie, favored for selection. Blackie faces age skepticism yet is praised as a keen, youthful fieldsman in form despite 46 years.
Reports describe a violent clash with bloodshed and police injuries, with up to fifty minor casualties and a critically wounded small boy distant from the scene. The chaotic scene included threats, shouts, and a controversial incident prompting immediate police and public concern.
A detailed wordy catalog style tour describes many departments and items such as china, xylonite wares, linens, curtains, hats, handbags, hosiery, lingerie, silk gloves, household goods, and a display by Mia Pidgeon. It mentions millinery emphasis, fashion hats, crepe de chine frocks, children's clothing, and accessories including jewelry, men’s wear, and boxed gift lines. A shopper is guided toward a sale and Christmas gifts.
Farmers witnessed the Light Draft Power Driven McCormack Deering harvester in a Monday demonstration at Mr C Eckert's Farm. Arthur Stanley of New Mexico loaned the machine, which easily handled a thistle infested crop with a low cutting platform. Stanley drove it on his 15/30 McCormick Deering Tractor, showing a one-man outfit. The unit features modern bearings and lubrication for longevity. Also noted were cattle sales at a yarding with varied prices and buyers from multiple districts.
Mears Wright and Wallis announce new business activities in Tamworth with Wallis as company representative. Murray Bowman, son of Mr and Mrs Bowman, won top prizes at Newington College, scoring first in mathematics and general proficiency. Mr A B Dunbar, headmaster, learned of a promotion to a higher post upon resumption after Christmas. Nurse Laurie Venema passed her ATNA exam after training at Marrickville Hospital. Accidents: Ted North suffered facial injuries from a soda bottle explosion. W H Gorell lost three fingers in a circular saw crash.
Golf Memrin G Dengate and Grantham returned equal scores in last week’s play. Nett 70 and 73 were recorded, with handicap to be used in the competition. Players are asked to arrange their own partners.
In Eimbergerten this afternoon the Rural School will host its annual Xmas Tree for every hundred children in first classes. Each child gets a gift from Father Xmas and is treated to afternoon tea with entertainment to follow. The scene shifts to Canberra with demand for Christmas shopping at Roberts Bros and Canberra Cafe offering discounts, cold goods, and kennings for gear. A Canberra steamship named Man i to Dunedin struck a rock and wrecked, passengers rescued.
Newshire reports that a local figure described as an FB legend was elected president of Maadows Shire in 1930, with plans to promote farming and wheat production in a region known for extensive frontage to the Peel river. The notice references forthcoming events and local business promos at a shop selling chairs and farm supplies, plus notices of dances, sales, and cautions about trespassing.
Mr and Mrs John Watts and Family wish to return thanks to their town and country friends for kind enquiries during Mr Watts illness. Special thanks to Dr Reveon and Matron Bimtl for care given.
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