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Newspaper

Manilla Express

Location

Manilla, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Feb 07, 1912

Page

4

Nicola the World's Greatest Magician Heads to Mechinus Hall

The article notes Nicola the World's Greatest Magician touring globally after 20 years of success. He and 15 American artists performed in Honolulu to record crowds, then Tokio, Shanghai, and many Asian cities broke attendance records. He arrives at Mechinus Hall for a one night engagement on Thursday, with tickets urged for Mrs. Wilson's and Livera's patrons. The piece also mentions Liberal delegates meeting at Manilla to choose a candidate, a sale at Upper Manilla by A Wilshire and Co., and local school passers for December exams.

Nicola America San Francisco Honolulu Tokio Far East Shanghai China Flocrei Kong Canton Fangtot Celiqutts Maonita Adelaide Melbourne Sydney Sagistas Nicola Will Sprear Mechinus Boz Nidas Mrs. Wilson Livera’s Bingara Manilla Upper Manilla Mesars A. Wilshire and Co T. P. Costelloe Tuiyers

Japan Ready to Land on Three Points

London reports a sensational claim by naval author Mr. White that Japan would land hostile expeditions at three key Australian points if a North Sea engagement ends indecisively. Attendees included M Call chairman Collins Staniforth Smith Sir Newton Moore and Dr Bevan, with officials not surprised.

Japan London la Mesting White North Sea Australia M'Call Ichairman Collins Commonwealth Staniforth Smith Papte Newton Moore West Australia Bevan

Cricket Chatter and Australian Selection Upheaval Report

Cricket notes from rereation ground report Church of England vs Namoi Independents. English tour names led by Hill and Trumper with tense selectors meeting ending in resignation. English and Independents lineups, plus Upper Manilla and Klori match scores, plus England Victoria test details and top scorers reported.

Church of England Namoi Independents Chur H of England W. P. Best H. Dimmee C. Reaves T. Smith C. Vincent E. Johnstone H. Lever J. Coote H. Bailey Wiltshire A. Givney Erene Bill M'Alister Tredne M‘alister Adelaide Maren H. Garter A. Cotter R. B. Minnett Twinder W. Watts

New Electoral Lists Open for Bingata Electorates

New electoral lists for Bingata electorates are on exhibition at the Court-House and Post Office. Copies may be bought from Mr. Sheridan, deputy-electoral registrar, at a price of 2 shillings 6 pence.

Bingata Court-House Sheridan Rae Tir Modest) Sim

Annual Meeting of the F. and F. Association

The annual meeting reports a record year with 125 financial members, gratitude to D. M Trevall for recruiting, and £130 raised for the defence fund. Officers are elected including Mr. J. Ratiff as president, with Stoddart and Heywood as vice presidents and Clive Wilshire as secretary. Weighbridge issues and district council representation are discussed along with budgeting for secretary pay and urban rural concerns.

F. and F. Association Missis. S. Stoddart C. Wilshire Ratliff FE. Bowman Sen J. Russell J. T. Burnea J. Glover C. Hell Moy Ferry Hall Heywood M’donald Roberts Reid Hiscox T. Bowman Vincent John Coote Trohnstons G. Bignall J. Coote Hamill D. M‘trevall Defence Fund A. H. M'Donald T. Hensey W. Wearne Bingara Asiseg Cim Har H. Stoddart J. T. Byrnes M'Donald M‘donald G. Ratiff E. O.T. Bowman Ratiff Messrs. H. Stoddart J. R. Heywood Clive Wilshire Donnelly Association Stoddart Railway Department Coote

Accident to Mr Downes in Hall's Crees

Mr Daniel Downs of Hall's Crees was injured returning from Manila when the vehicle jolted. He was thrown and suffered fractured ribs. He is in hospital and progressing as well as can be expected. Mr Arthur Wilshire departed for Tuggerah Lakes for a short holiday.

Daniel Downs Hall's Crees Manilla Downs

Deputations on recreation ground and shire road grants

At the Royal Hotel the Hon F Flowers received a deputation from the Municipal Council on the recreation ground amid concerns over council spending. The Mayor and aldermen supported the prior land title objection while seeking a deed. The Minister pledged to help. Shire Council asked for grants totaling £500 for Megadowa bridge to Durham Court road, Manilla to Kelvin and Gunne dah, and Bungendore Gap road. Speakers noted proximity to a doctor and a health centre. Flowers promised a written statement and to back the Bungendare road matter with Minister Griffiths. He urged support for those who work hard, then the party traveled to Barraba.

Royal Hotel F. Flowera Dawns Flowers Shire Council M. F. M'Keon Megadowa Tridge Durham Court Road Read Manilla Kelvin Gunnedah Bungendore Gap Blanch W. H. Roberts Speaers Synth Barraba

Ministerial Visit to Manilla Highlights Hospital Needs

Hon. FP Flowers Vice President of the Legislative Ogneil and Minister for Public Instruction led a visit to Manilla from Tamworth. He and party were welcomed at Royal Hotel then inspected the hospital. Expressions urged ward extensions and funding, citing patient numbers rising from 45 to 248. The visit also included the local school with a spirited address and a half holiday for pupils.

FP. Flowers Legislative Ogneil Manilla Flours G. H. W. M'Donald Tamworth Royal Hotel M'Donald Ald. Stoddart

Election of Kennedy as Mayor in municipal vote

A special Monday meeting of the Municipal Council elected Alderman Kennedy mayor for the ensuing year after in-camera discussions. Kennedy was chosen despite Wearne's prior association with the council, due to Wearne's business being distant. Kennedy expressed hopes for harmony, progress, and a prosperous year, with Mayor Stoddart’s health honored at the ceremony.

Ald Kennedy Municipal Counsil Ald. Kennedy Ald Bailey Kennedy Wearne Eaoh Mayer-elect Ald. Stoddart Stoddart

Tamworth elects Al C. Piper as mayor in surprising vote

Alderman O T Piper is hailed as Tamworth’s new mayor and is described as a prominent figure in local business Piper and Co. He donates £10 to the hospital as part of a festive celebration. Miss Gertie Clarke departs for Armidale amid a valedictory bash and gifts from colleagues at M C Mackenzie and Sons Limited. Miss Ryan named pianist at Holy Trinity Church.

al. C. Piper Tamworth Piper

Who's to be the Shire's President

Successful harvest services held in reknecton with the Methodist Church on Sunday last. Laverty was the freshasher the choir under Mr O Scott rendered. offerings decorated the church. Park lights flowering trees for streets a proses musical programme. J Jackson and H Dimmogs appointed as delegates to association. Ministerial party well received. Mr J D Kennedy has moved to new chambers.

Reknecton Methodit Laverty O. Scott Proatessi E. Ja H. Dimmogs J. D Kennedy

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