03 Feb 1931
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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 03, 1931
Page
1
The death of Mary Dean, a schoolteacher, in Melbourne prompted an inquiry that ends with Adam Graham, a family friend, being committed for trial. The affair has drawn intense public attention and questions remain about motive and circumstances surrounding the brutal act.
Full council attended a Friday night session to review plans for a Manilla water scheme. Discussion covered funding options from the Unemployed Relief Council and possible government loans, estimated costs from £30,000 to £35,000, and potential impact on rates. Aldermen urged timely action, sought independent revenue analysis, and emphasized providing ratepayers with full information before voting.
The Mayor urges action to secure water and provide work for the unemployed. Manilla cites ratepayer debt relief needs. The council plans to adjourn to consider the matter, with a decisive vote targeted for Tuesday afternoon.
A rock slide in the valley near Katoomba collapses a mass estimated at 14,000,000 tons. Acting Prime Minister Fenton and Treasurer Lyons resign from the Scullin Cabinet during Mr Scullin's absence.
Realisations were obtained at the Farmers and Graziers Co operative Coy sale held on 27 January. Entries from Manilla and Upper Manilla list purchasers and bids including AAE and W, AAAE and W, PCS, and various old balance figures. Several buyers are annotated as A/e with amounts and references to CS Hall and others.
The New England North and North West Producers' Company Limited Newcastle cabled word from London agents on wool market. Wool market is firm with increased competition. Merino rates rising five to seven and a half per cent per cut. Also notes a life match where North West defeated New England 1125 to 1093.
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