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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 17, 1931
Page
2
Australians question government capacity to tackle mounting problems as six to twelve months of shattered hopes hit farmers, businesspeople, and rural producers. Credit restrictions bite. capital runs dry and many firms live on their original capital. Widespread discontent and unrest grow in centers across the state.
Australia defeated the West Indies by 122 runs in Melbourne during the 4th Test as Bradman scored 152 and Food contributed 83. Ironmonger took 7 for 23 in the first innings. Australia were 28 for 8 wickets for 99 and 107 in two innings, with 152 by Bradman and 83 by Food. The fourth Test between England and South Africa began with England posting 444, Leyland top-scoring with 91 as South Africa fell to 166 for two.
The report covers a Saturday half holiday cricket scorecard with WONGO innings led by G Cochrane and Yuna, Abberfield and Best taking key wickets. Weatherall and Cochrane feature among bowlers, while Sundries and tallies show 148 and 105 across matches. A council note praises the shire’s stance against noxious weeds and confirms ongoing inspections.
Rate notices issued for 1931 are now in the hands of ratepayers. The council’s reduction of the rate is a welcome change that will be appreciated by residents.
Citizens in Sydney rally to demand accountability as huge meetings unfold and speeches adopt a grave tone. Public demand grows for clear government stewardship and visions for the future.
A patchwork of brief items, from Attunga and Manilla to Bathurst and Sydney. Mr Bookas and Mr Muirhead are mentioned, with local business and land changes. G H Wiseman eyes society membership, while Doak reports a gin trap captured near Green Hatches Creek with 41 young. A Bathurst cricket innings collapses as a bowler takes 9 for 9 and 9 for 7. City officials depart for Sydney to meet unemployment relief leaders. Legislation aims to curb bar fees and shorten litigation. Lindrum dominates Australian billiards with a record Gold Cup win, and Otto Baldwin’s horse Outclass repeats success in Sydney.
In a harvest festival speech titled Our Daily Bread Rev D F Brandt of Chalmers Street Presbyterian Church attacked the State Government for exploiting workers and allowing starvation. He warned that anger among the masses could not be kept quiet, claiming an impending “trouble” as silos and rail yards overflow while thousands starve across New South Wales.
A meeting of Country Party supporters will be held Friday evening next February 20 at 8 pm at Spm. Mr V Thompson M E LR will attend and deliver an address on the present political situation. Delegates to the Armidale Conference will be elected and everyone is invited to be present.
A British era reader notes that the Australasian magazine Aussie never fears the low mood and instead increases pictures to maintain cheerfulness. The issue Life arrives from T Shaw Fitchett with items like The World at large by C Nuttall Fantasy and Sport. Local staff Bert Veness leaves for Sydney, and Norman Bowman of Corbella motored to Sydney with Mrs Bowman returning soon.
Next winter promises a momentous period for billiards in Australia with the Empire championship to be held there and the famed English pro Tom Newman to tour with Walter Lindrum. The amateur tournament opens June 22 at the YMCA rooms and may feature two representatives from each country. South Africa started the 1929 tournament era with Prior and Rutledge entering Johannesburg, Rutledge upsetting a leading South African.
Two men at Tenterfield pleaded guilty to making false representations to secure the dole. The younger received two weeks hard labor in the local lock-up. the elder was sentenced to one month hard labor at Tamworth Gaol. Also, hospital swimming carnival being organized. club members urged to attend a meeting Monday night at 8 pm to plan the event.
The text notes persistent heat and high humidity with intermittent light rain events. A brief Sunday night sprinkle and a small shower last night provided minimal relief, while today’s forecast remains unsettled with threats of more rain. A heavier fall would be welcomed.
Guld of Euchre hosts a party in the Mechanics Open Air tonight on Tuesday. Players invited to join a casual evening of euchre, with refreshments available and door prizes for attendees.
Holy Trinity Manilla announces Ash Wednesday Evening service at 7 30 p m with a Vicar's address and practical Lenten resolutions to be kept before God at the Eucharist. Evening prayer and Easter services forthcoming with details to be published later.
A' Warren formerly of Keepit Manilla writes to a friend in Manilla this week to confirm he is very much alive and says the death report spread after being misplaced or miscommunicated.
The team lists players R Maunder J Veness B Rodgers H Coote W Shaw C Young G Snape D Gilroy R Brady C Kennedy Alan McDonald C Easterman C N Scott Eveleigh and notes play starts at 1 a.m. If anyone cannot attend, inform Secretary J N Kennedy before noon Thursday.
Police Court before Mr Geikie P.M. Gorey heard A P Cohen appear for Gorey Cochrane plead guilty to driving a motor lorry and fined 2 with 86 costs. Barrie charged with driving an unregistered lorry without a license. no appearance. Convicted on both charges by Mr Geikie P.M. total fines £5.
Mr Wilshire secretary of the local Hospital appeals for old linen as the institution runs short. He asks that anyone able to donate send items to the Hospital and says donations will be gratefully received.
McMahon, charged with the murder of Mona Griffiths, remains in custody with no move toward release. The Crown reportedly identified McMahon at Leeton on the murder day.
Market Street trades offer horse shoers blacksmith services while Chas Grant hairdresser advertises. A 150 couple memorial hall event on Tuesday February 24 invites participation in a two bob hop and euchre contest. Manilla Swimming Club notes 1981 class start February 24 at Show Ground with 10 am meetings.
Country Party supporters will meet at the Mechanics Institute on Friday evening February 20 at 3 p.m. to elect two delegates to the Armidale Conference. Mr V C Thompson AMSH.E. will deliver an address on the present political situation. All friends urged to attend. CHAS. EREVES Hon. Bec.
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