Nail Through Foot Incident Reported in News and Notes
Mr. W Singleton trod on a large nail and drove it through his foot. The nail pierced the toe area and came near the instep. Wound attended by Dr. Cutchlove.
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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 08, 1911
Page
2
Mr. W Singleton trod on a large nail and drove it through his foot. The nail pierced the toe area and came near the instep. Wound attended by Dr. Cutchlove.
At the Police Court yesterday Harrie Algernon Ward alias Deb enham faced forgery charges. The alleged forged document purportedly bore the name of T. Ship of Attanga and was uttered by Clifford Hall of Attanga on 14 October last. The accused, who was reported to have appeared under another name, has fled the district for a few months and was remanded to await further proceedings in Fort Worth.
Prominent Manilly residents attended the foundation laying at the Arnsdale RC Cathedral on Sunday. A distinguished gathering witnessed the ceremony and over 6,000 was collected. The building cost is nearly £25,000.
Tickets go on sale for a laties competitive concert on the 14th instant. The ladies employ real effort and promise a host of entertaining and varied selections. They plan every detail, including curtain calls, to ensure a successful event.
A fragmented report urges farmers to attend the parents and citizens meeting and join the association. It notes weather damage at Hall's Creek, a river flood, campus library growth with 150 new books, and municipal progress including a debt-free Presbyterian Manse opening. The Shire Council holds 1354 pounds, bank business resumes, and local politics predict party growth.
Vis Atjesty approves Mr SW Moore on a title issue. Hal's Creek residents plan a tax meeting and concert. The Mayor to be asked to summon a meeting recognizing Mr A Welfer’s service. Dan Barry Co performed two popular pieces to packed houses. Burstall the master musician plans to settle in Mawilla. The Dan Barry Co again impressed with the pianist’s solo.
Dr A Telfer of Manilla has been elected peresay of the Lever Shire Council. Mr O M Betts, accountant of the local NAB branch, receives notice of removal to Maitland. Betts is viewed as an excellent officer with steady demeanor. Master Harry Trenerry, son of W M Trenerry, appointed at Commercial Bank Buodarra after returning from school. Mr Cliffort Haydon departs for England aboard Osterley to attend the coronation with about 1200 passengers. Mrs A K Bailey learns of her father's death on Saturday.
The Manilla Race Club held its annual meeting at Tattersalls on Monday night. The balance sheet showed a credit balance of £595 11d. Nominations for committee included J. T. Byrnes G. E. Cansdell Angus Fletcher Q H Hall and others. Ballot to be by post closes on the 2nd inst. Ro Stewart and B Binney named auditors. A recommendation was made to appoint Mr. J O'Donnell as starter.
The report lists squad selections and ground fixtures for a Wednesday afternoon cricket program. Hordern replaces McCartney in the next test, with Kloin Ground set for an Albion v New Mexico one wicket encounter. Players include Arkinstail Binney W Conolly A Connolly Harpe Mack Rien Stewart Peasowil, plus Best Forster Gabriel Hartley Lovegrove Moore O'Brien Worth Rawcliffe Devlin Regan for Albion vs New Mexico.
Mr S A Basser, a Vienna optician with top certificates from Vienna to New York, arrives to provide consultations and eye testing. He will be at the Royal Hotel, Manila, on February 14 and 15 from 2 to 6 pm, offering expert examinations and advice for various visual defects.
A Farmers and Settlers Association public meeting in Manilla discussed the Federal Land Tax. Over 100 landholders attended as the chair Mr F. E. Heywood outlined aims to standardize valuations for taxation. A 10-strong valuers panel and a five-member select committee were appointed to ensure fair, uniform district valuations with circulars soon going to landowners.
At special shire meetings Dr M F M Keon was unanimously elected President for the remainder of the term and 1911 12. Committees were named Finance Works Health Public Gates and a new Tender committee. The Council plans to meet monthly with a total fund of £654 1s 3d and a temporary loan fund of £70.
Special Express wires report a dull wheat market with prices around 3s dd to 3s 554d at auction. Early today a fire destroyed Whidden Brothers wool scouting works and tannery at Botany, burning valuable machinery and causing a straight out blaze.
At the Labor Conference Mr Holman’s motion to reorganise the Federal Constitution was ruled out of order after a heated debate. The A W U urged Holman to retire from the Political Labor movement. Mr Lamond was elected President. In a stadium bout 10,000 watched Dave Smith defeat Cyclone Thompson on points after 20 rounds. Citizen army registrations reached 41,037, over 9,000 above estimate.
Workmen unearthed a coffin containing human remains that crumbled when exposed to air. A youth named Garrett driving near Burrowa was struck dead by lightning. A prominent Trades Union official and Labor candidate is missing for ten days. A union special meeting occurred last night with another planned for next week.
Mr Kidston resigned the Premiership late last night and a new ministry was formed with Mr Denham. Mr Kidston reportedly suffers stress from work and the loss of his wife. Treasurer Mr Hathorn has resigned his seat to focus on private business. Floods persist in Brisbane with serious conditions. A mail contractor Truck Nell and a boy named Low drowned after a buggy capsized at Burketown. North Rockhampton is largely flooded and railway traffic remains disordered.
Elbourne officials announce the question of a uniform railway gauge will be considered in its preliminary stage at next week’s conference of railway commissioners. Mr. Fisher expresses concern that public opinion is not fully aroused to the issue’s urgency and importance.
Eight children in a Berne Switzerland family were poisoned by rancid margarine. Three died and three others remain dangerously ill as medical authorities investigate the outbreak and its source. The incident prompts public health warnings and calls for inspection of dairy products.
Keepit mailman on a Monday encountered a flooded Namoi River at Dairy Crossing near Manilla. His horse slipped on the steep approach and immersed its head, the sulky washed away, and both horse and mail bag were swept downstream. J Flett fetched help, secured the sulky, but the horse drowned. The bay horse was among Mr Langworthy's finest.
The local branch of the F aud S. Association held a largely attended Saturday morning meeting to discuss the Rural Workers Union claim. Changes were made proposing hours at 40 instead of 45, with slight alterations to the demand. Report to follow in the next issue.
Fragmentary report cites military personnel including sergeants and a transfer to Manila. Details are unclear due to OCR failures, but mentions a small incident, personnel names, and location references to a fort and a coast area with ceremonial tone.
A procession of 50,000 people moved to the cemetery for the funeral of Herr Singer deputy Socialist leader in Berlin. The march began at noon. the first contingent reached the cemetery at nightfall. English and other volunteer doctors fight plague in Manchuria as the Chinese Government vows £1000 to families of doctors who die serving the outbreak.
Mr C W Oakes will deliver an address on the Federal referendum on the 6th instant at Manilla. Insolvent stock to be sold by WT Langworthy next Saturday. The Shire Council will be a good team for progressive practical works.
In a large open air gathering Mr G R W M Donal d M L A urged a Yes vote on April referenda to modify the Constitution so Parliament gains powers over combines and trusts and to advance New Protection for workers. He argued unification is not imminent and mocked critics. The meeting, chaired by Alderman Kennedy, also touched on MPs salaries and local political support in Manilla. Church services notices follow.
Harvest Services at the Methodist Church drew a large crowd on Sunday. Rev. G Laverty delivered two meaningful sermons and the evening featured seasonable choir music. The church was well decorated with fruits of the field.
The New Stationer E H Baird advertises a fresh stock of music items and instruments ready for customers. The notice emphasizes updated selections and convenient availability for shoppers seeking musical supplies.
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