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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 20, 1929
Page
2
The Manilla Express condemns the Rothbury attack as a small misguided minority action and urges obedience to law while recognizing minority rights. It laments lost lives, cautions against civil war, and stresses the need for majority support and peaceful resolution by coal miners and the public.
Fragmented text recalls a family obituary listing multiple relatives and places such as Maitland district Willowbenk Crook and Chatswood. It mentions three brothers James and Thomas Place and references Mrs Fineeshy and Robson with sparse details about survivors and locations, lacking coherent events.
The British Medical Association Northern branch met in Manila last week with delegates from northern towns. Dr Knnyson, recently under treatment, elected branch president for the coming year. Dr Wilfred Evans, a Sydney specialist, spoke on vital interests for members. Religious services and schedules for Manila and surrounding churches were listed with sermons and times.
Miss Iris Langworthy daughter of R. E. Langworthy won a prize for singing and passed her music and theory exams. A letter from A. G. Pearce says he has been ill but is now steadily improving. At Menni Baral School on Tuesday staff viewed the Head Master A. R. Dunbar with a writing desk set in celebration of her engagement. The presentation was by K. Hart. Miss Butler of Manjill Rural School was given an afternoon tea set by fellow teachers. The headmaster wished her happiness. At the Council Chambers on Tuesday Miss Thelma Maraden received a present of an electric iron from the Shire and Municipal Council staff on her forthcoming marriage. The Shire Clerk Ald J. Coates presented it. Miss Swete is visiting her niece Mrs E. B. Redfern. Mr Phil Ottoway is on annual leave. Rudd’s boxed-stationery promoted as suitable Christmas presents. Christmas hams available at The Camberey Gate.
Pleara L. J. Smithers is named to sign cheques with the Mayor during the Town Clerk's leave of absence. The appointment ensures continued fiscal business while the clerk is away.
A fragmented notice from Moville reports a parcel as a New Mexico farming property tied to Mr Ten Parsons of Kin Ayntrook. The description notes an area of 429 nerves CP and references Mrs M B L Carey.
A fragmented note recalls attempts to establish a lottery at a cate tn am el Bort stitute. Votes fell one, then two, then one in favor on three separate occasions. Hospital conferences referenced by Heywred inform the evolving stance.
The article blends rainfall figures from 1912 and 1923 with a note that the year is the third lowest since 1902. It includes stray ads for goods from Roberts Bros and Rodds, mentions a Canberra sale, and ends with the mayor and aldermen expressing sympathy and a speedy recovery.
Fragmentary report notes an election motion and mayoral questions, mentioning a vote carried and thanks given for a favor. References to the Talkies, a film titled Mother’s Boy, and local commerce including oysters and cigarettes appear among damaged lines and scattered prices.
An afternoon program honored outgoing third year students with toasts by Rob ert Pater son and Jim Walker proposing health to first and second years. Messages referenced transfer notices for Mr. Hart and others, with thanks to Mr. Diffe and a ribbon of seasonal cheer. A Christmas and New Year toast followed as part of the event at CW A X mas free venue, culminating in warm thanks to Manilts Mila Ltd for the donation and the group’s happy wrap to the term.
The year’s proceedings include a report on property sales and claims involving Glendon and McDonald, an engineer inspection decision, and a leave granted for Xmas to New Year. After four years of service on the Steenaden, resignation was received and noted by the council.
By order of the Commissioners J C Morrell sealed and addressed to Foats Bish Fa pore till noon at Sint Desastia timber cottage. Cop Manager Beale says bidding for the low heat or any tender not necessarily accepted.
Xmas holidays timetable lists open as usual on Friday December 30 and Thursday January 1, with special hours on Wednesday and Thursday. C. Williams, Hon. Serviery Manitls, Business Men’s Association announces altered service.
The Shire of Mandowa Council on December 14 1929 approved estimates for general rate expenditure and revenue with details on unimproved capital value and proposed levy. Clerk Doates F.L.C.A. notes figures for hand available funds other revenue and required rate.
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