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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 12, 1908
Page
2
Editorial notes hail the Tamworth and Manilla districts as premier centers in the state, noting their productivity and rising status on the Progressive side of industry. It discusses land settlement, subdivision debates, and calls for closer government control to ensure fair land distribution and effective administration, while highlighting local personalities and upcoming events.
A town column discusses proposed construction of a Wee Waa Shire Parliament hall costing far beyond estimation. Councillors seek input from chambers and commerce, farmers, and residents as plans advance toward a May or April timeline, with bags size and logistics under scrutiny. Local sales, gifts, and community notices populate the page alongside rail and rifle sight innovations.
The death of a baby born to Mr. and Mrs. Joly Gooch occurred Saturday. The infant was buried at Manila cemetery on Sunday. A prominent marriage between Boel of Manila and Miss A Heisterman was celebrated in Sydney last month. The couple arrived in Manila Monday morning and well wishes are offered. The Shire Council president Dr. George A. Higgins expects a trip to Hagland and the Continent, leaving Sydney March 13 for several months. Services were not held on Sunday afternoon due to Rev H C Barnes’ inability to travel to Somerton and Bective for harvest services. Nurse May Voness, connected with Ballina Hospital, has been appointed to Balmain Hospital in Sydney and will move soon. An inquiry will be held on the 18th into Circular Bend annexation to Manlowa. an officer from Sydney will conduct it. Vet Mr W Singleton reports a foal at his horse hospital showing severe injuries but progressing satisfactorily after an operation. The government faces two major issues immigration and settlement, with other matters receiving attention.
Mr T J Arneil bought Waterwave an aged bay gelding by First Water Carorp from Moe purse. Placed in A Poxty's Tamworth stable Waterwave carries a New England Cup credit and is described as a good handicap horse with strong potential under the son of First Wuler.
An expected annual profit of £170 is reported from last month’s event. Grandstand takings set a new record while the Wy gate lead by several points. The Race Club notes growing public support and plans for further fundraising, amid municipal election politics in Padkes.
A scattered Brisbane Sydney style column covers a true second match between New South Wales and England at Sydney next Friday and a list of players for Mackenzie’s team. It also mentions a tiger snake incident during a game, Easter itinerary for Glen Innes and Emmaville, and Trenerry’s notable school cricket performance. Further text describes Australia’s first innings near 214, Hobbs and Noble’s bowling, and a weather-affected second innings.
A collage of comments praises Tuat Noble as a top cricketer and criticizes Tuar Tromper for test selection while discussing universal military training for cadets aged 12 to 38 and 18 to 26 in the National service. It notes 20,000 rifles proposed annually, Sarah Bernhardt's Australis visit for 20,000 pounds, water conservation urged for Namoi River near Keepit, and the band’s role in town morale amid drought and politics.
A chaotic clipping reports on meetings, elections, and events. Highlights include the Shire Council re electing Hi Ger ys as president, plans to convert Coomaguol into a technical school, a dampening note on a Test match, a ram sale gathering, and a £100 donation to Cobar Hospital alongside municipal council last night’s mayoral election. The piece also mentions sheep men, horse parades, and local livestock concerns.
Sunday services listed for Omnecy England with Holy Communion at 8 am and Harvest Festival timings, plus Vicar notes. Australian services note Harvest Thanksgiving at Upper Uw 2 30 pm led by Rev A Lindy, with Manila and Manilla times and several names including Rev A Graham and Mr Baker.
The Mandows Shire Council convened at the Mechanics Institute to install Dr. G. A. Miggiea Keetstod as President. The meeting confirmed minutes, elected Dr. Higgins as President, formed Finance, Works, and Public Health committees, and discussed an Extraordinary Election amid calls for a riding-wide by election.
District report notes promising fall rainfall for grass supply through winter. Grasshopper pest remains a problem, rain may ease infestation. Interdistrict discussion on the extraordinary election between Messrs. M Keon and Heywood sparks anticipation and potential excitement.
Friends held a farewell ball and social at Federal Hall for Mia and Mrs Pam McDonald before their move. W Gale MC, music by EB Williams with O Toole Blair Smith. singing and recitations by several. event extended to daylight with a midnight break. Also notes on mining, dry weather, and local cricket matches including three wins and a game against Manilla on the 15th.
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