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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 12, 1935
Page
2
An advertisement offers attractive silk curtain nets in gold and rose tones with prices by the yard. Art silk and art silk/cotton blends are advertised from 1/3 to 2/6 yard, with various designs suitable for curtains and shades.
The Stevens government dismissed Minister for Health Mr Weaver at a special meeting held yesterday. The move aims to curb hospital reforms Weaver led which many residents credit as statewide progress. Supporters say he modernized hospital administration and delivered benefits to the public, while critics argue it targets ministerial rank and local governance.
The Manilla District Hospital closes nominations for five of nine board seats, marking a transition toward new leadership. The piece recounts the hospital’s 1905 opening by Governor Sir Harry Rawson, early fundraising and committee effort, and the evolution of the hospital board from 1902 to 1906 with multiple committee members named and past election results noted.
The 1984 show booth rights were auctioned led by A C Heness. Rooke bid for the Publican's booth against a Tamworth rival, securing it for 298. Marsh bought the soft drink and ice cream rights for 86. J Parker of Inverell paid 4 for the fruit and sweet stall and 26 for the luncheon booth. Booth rights total 164, over 1934 by 40. Entries close March 15. municipal council to hear fishing- in swimming wall concerns February 18 at 7:30 pm. public meeting urged for citizens to express views and appoint delegates.
A special general meeting of Manilla Angler's Club is called for Friday next February 15 at 8 p.m. The agenda includes electing a new president to replace resigning Mr RM Smith and appointing no delegates to form a deputation to the Municipal Council about fishing in the swimming weir.
The next special sheep sale at Manilla is set for Tuesday February 26 with auctioneer Mr W J Byrnes handling a potential yarding of 10 000 sheep or more. Local lines in fine condition are booked. sellers urged to forward particulars. Board seats updated as town and county ballots finalize, noting elected officials and ongoing hospital district developments.
The Manilla ram sale drew buyers from northern New South Wales with large yardings and top bids reaching 21 guineas for a Bebeen ram. Deniliquin Stud Park and Linton rams sold for 204 and 193 guineas, while many lots traded from 10 to 16 guineas. Hundreds of rams and ewes were sold across Barraba, Wargandinna, and nearby stations, with strong demand for good quality Merino and crossbred stock.
Fresh condition cattle expected from district trawlers and farmers at Manilla on Friday. W J Byrnes states all consignments will be forward and fat ready for sale, with cattle drafted into suitable pens. Yarding details to appear in this issue.
Mixed cattle sale from Romsey Estate to Barraba and local farmers. Headlined offerings include 100 head steers and heifers, 50 hat cattle, 100 mixed cattle, 40 Hereford steers, and 25 Aberdeen Angus cross lifers. Auctioneer Byrnes presents first hand breeder accounts with sale without reserve.
Auctioneer Byrnes invites tenders for erection of a rabbit pin and other entries. L. M. Stratford or Venture in Manilla handled by Geo Coote Rushes Creek road supplies of peaches from a loaded tree. Mrs Russell Hill Street offers samples of Japanese Green Gage plums. Fruit quality noted as excellent. venue indicates Manilla hotel details.
In response to a request from 12 ratepayers and electors of Manilla a public meeting is convened for Monday evening February 18 at 7 30 pm. The gathering will express opinion on opening or closing the Manilla swimming weir against fishing or portion thereof. J N Komedy Mayor
A special general meeting of the Manilla and District Angléis Association is set for Friday next February 16 at Mechanic's Institute. Business includes election of a president and appointment of two delegates to represent the association at the conference. Gomi Hen serves as secretary. The Palais Theatre Manilla lists upcoming showings with Clap Gable in WER IN WHITE, Mal Le Boy in Harold Teen, and Fredric March in Death Takes a Holiday.
After installing an up to date Vulcanizer we offer motor tube repairs punctures blowouts and torn tires. Valves replaced. Same day service. Workmanship guaranteed. Charges moderate.
Notice under section 61 of the Pastures Protection Act 1912 issued by the Pastures Protection Board for Tamworth District. Councils of shires must begin rabbit suppression on lands they own or occupy by March 14. Actions include destruction of harbour trapping hunting and shooting with poisons other than cyanide of potassium. Frank Payne chairman dated 15 January 1995.
Narara Homestead is the successful tenderer for the Narara homestead contract for G A White. Five tenders were received. Hospital Board election nominations include C J Byrnes John Coote E Heywood J Hi Hudson Kennedy W Mander M Park A C Venesé and G A White. Ballot papers will be returned by February 26. Mr L M Briatford invites tenders for 110 chains of rabbit proof fencing. V C Thompson M A will be in Manilla next Friday afternoon and evening. A band reception for Mr and Mrs Proudfoot on February 2 in Rises Creek Hall featured 60 guests and dancing. }
The Pastures Protection Board of the Tamworth district, under section 61 of the Pastures Protection Act 1912, orders landowners or occupiers to begin suppressive work on lands within council boundaries by 14 March 1935. Work lasts twelve months, using methods excluding cyanide poison, poisoning, trapping, hunting, or shooting. Frank Payne, Chairman, Dated January 1, 1935.
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