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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 14, 1930
Page
5
A fragment notes a film or story involving Rex the King of Wild Horses and a cast including Dorothy Mac with names Laurence Gray William Len Keith. The text references vice and love themes in a sensational historical entertainment item.
The article notes Britain and the U S A favor abolition while France and Japan favor retention for home defense. It suggests the proviso could impact war dynamics, citing Australia’s defense at Gallipoli and Palestine. Italy is ambiguous, leaning toward abolition but keeping an open mind.
Colonel Freybereg V C criticizes war books for misrepresentation. He notes group-ups may misvalue them while the rising generation risks deeming Great War fighters as drunkards or cowards. He recalls seeing only five drunkards and doubts any man was shot for cowardice. RUDD'S advertised for supplies.
A local notice from J X L Bakery in Manilla seeks fair public patronage. The ad states a first class baker is engaged and bread of the highest quality will be served, offering pastry and cakes as well.
Advertisement for cheaper ice from LA Freezing Works, daily delivery, reasonable prices and cash terms. Blocks priced 6d, 9d, 1/6, 2/6 and 5/. Manager E Hurcum.
A Barraclough Limited Sumer visit was held at the Court House Hotel on Thursday March 27 from 10 am to 1 pm. The firm has visited this town regularly for 80 years.
The referendum on Legislative Council reform is fixed for May 3. Voters will decide on reform parameters rather than abolition, with a combined Council and Assembly vote. The initial 60 seats allocate terms by vote rank: top 15 at 12 years, next 15 at 9, then 15 at 6, and bottom 15 at 3. After three years, the lowest 15 vacate, with reelect eligibility.
The cabinet sustained the minister's stance on public instruction. Dates listed for Northern Shows next year include Guyra February 18-19, Tenterfield Wralla February 23-25, Glen Innes Waleha March 11-18, Armidale March 18-20, Tamworth March 25-27, and Quirindi April 1-3.
A London message says France will sell her interests in the New Hebrides to Australia. An option has been given to the 20th of the month, and if the sale proceeds Australia would gain proprietary rights over the island group.
Mr. Fenton spoke in the Commons with the Commonwealth Labor group arguing that more foodstuffs should come from dominions. A tacit understanding grew among MPs to explore the proposals' possibilities.
Barwon MLA W E Wearne declares it is premature to discuss his funeral while living and active in politics. He dismisses critics as gullible and asserts he remains in the fight for Barwon in the next election against scare tactics from Kite-flyer Propaganda Limited.
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