Manilla Council weighs fines for swimming dogs
Manilla Municipal Council decided to consider prosecution for dogs found swimming in the pool area and warned of penalties for trespassing on the water supply wall. The council also extended a fishing ban around the swimming weir and approved a savings grant toward Manilla Jubilee celebrations. A diphtheria immunisation clinic was set with fees of 5 shillings per child and 10 shillings per family.
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Manilla
Mable
Ald R. M
Windeyer Council
J. Blair
R. ‘M. Windeyer
Council Farewell for Alderman Ward in Meeting
At Tuesday night’s meeting Mayor and Aldermen bid farewell to Alderman N Ward. Rev Ward leaves Manilla to become Presbyterian minister in Cootamundra. Ward expressed deep regret at leaving council but accepted a unanimous call from Cootamundra residents and looked forward to further community ties. He praised council colleagues and wished the town success in the coming year.
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Ald
G.F. Grill
N. Ward
Ward
Manilla
Vhey
Ab Cootamundra
Spac Maters
Wars
Cootamundra
How to Roast a Fowl in a Pamphlet Tone
The text advises roasting a fowl breast down in the pan to let juices flow to the best meat. It suggests browning then finishing in a paper bag for thorough cooking. A quip defines a pessimist as a man who wears a belt and braces at the time.
On Dit's Witty Anecdotes and Wedding Gaffe
A humorous snippet recounts a newlywed couple arriving by train and joking about appearances of dignity. A speaker quips that a bald man’s dignity adds polish, while a bride and groom volley lines about portraying a long marriage. The exchange highlights playful marital banter of the era.
Coming-of-Age Celebration for Kevin Hall’s 21st Birthday
Friends and family gathered on Tuesday night at the Masonic Hall to fete Kevin Hall, son of Mrs. J Hall, as he reached his majority. Over 70 guests enjoyed tea and a cake iced by Mrs. Hayne, with Mr. P Muggleton presiding. Kevin received a large key symbolizing his future and led the group in singing For He’s a Jolly Good Fellow before lighting 21 candles and thanking guests in a brief address.
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Kevin Hall
J. Hall
Nis
Kevin
P. Muggleton
Hilary Coote
Hayne
Muggleton
Mianhood
Presentations to Aldermen At Manilla Council Meeting
At the Manilla Municipal Council monthly meeting on Tuesday night Mayor G F Grill presented 0% Service certificates from the Local Government Association of NSW to five aldermen for long service. Three retirees were Ald A R Macleod Ald W Gannon and Ald Coates. Grill and Scott remain mayor and deputy mayor. Service lengths ranged from 9 to 25 years with Macleod listed as 25 years and Coates 22 years, surpassed by another former member J D Kennedy.
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Manilla
Ald
G. F. Grill
Association of Nsw
A. R. Macleod
W. Gannon
Coates
N. Scott
R. Macleod
J. Coates
J. D.- Kennnedy
Manilla Cemetery maintenance plans and town common fate
Manilla council, urged by Mayor Grill, reviewed cemetery upkeep since 1941 when a joint trust funded by Mandowa Shire, Municipal Council and four churches provided £100 yearly with shared labor. Labour issues and snakes halted work after 1947. A public meeting set for March 6 will discuss preservation and the town common’s future, with relinquishment to Crown Lands if no outside trust forms.
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Manilla
Ald Grill
A.ri- Macleod
Macleod
Mandowa
Municipal Council
Shire
Man- Villa
Crown Lands Department
Library complaint over annual fee at Manill Regional Library
At a municipal council meeting Alderman Grills noted country residents face a £1 annual library maintenance levy while municipal residents are exempt. The Shire Council does not contribute to upkeep, though anyone may still read in the library for free. The service is valued for research and access to information without removing books.
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Manill
Ald. Grill
Evening party winds down with games and dancing
Guests continued the evening with tea followed by games and dancing, ending the gathering with the singing of Auld Lang Syne as the party concluded.
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MacKenzie & Sons Pty. Ltd
Council Briefs
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Namoi River
Barwon River
Central Jubilee Celebrations Committee
Manilla Jubilee Committee
Farmers and Settlers Association
Manilla Street
NSW Housing Commission
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Oscar
John
Manilla -Cemetery
Stoddart
Hayward
Clothing Department
England
Stamina Sports
Stoddart, & Hayward
P.O
Peugeot
Manilla Harvester’ CO
W. Miller
Arthur Street
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