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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 08, 1924
Page
2
Palm Island washing suits and Homemade washing suits advertised at reduced prices. Men’s palm headh wasting suits promoted with a bold sale appeal. Clear listing of discounted washing attire with emphasis on values.
The Mandowa Shire Council discussed borrowing £10,000 at 6 per cent over 20 years to construct permanent main roads amid fears of storm damage and washouts. Proponents argue prudent borrowing funds modern machinery, repairs, and administration, while opponents fear debt. supporters insist ratepayers will benefit from durable roads and improved services.
A fragmented weather report describes a heavy rainfall New Year with 177 points in Tamworth and 190 in the district, plus 51 in Gunnedah. Several areas recorded over two inches while parts of Gugne district saw lighter falls. Out West and in Queensland the main line faced rain disruption and isolated traffic issues. A stray line mentions an incident where a horse suffered a neck injury.
Ballina Municipality discussed road forming machinery requests and received the Shire Clerk’s report on year end finances. The council faced £673 11s 3d in unpaid rates with about half due from estates. £100 plus from soldiers. revenue from roller hire and Liverpool Plains boundary work. Debits total £1,094 17s 3d, with £339 needed to meet commitments to 31/3/24 and a £2,000 overdraft limit. The Engineer reported widespread storm damage to roads, delaying Saw Pitt Gully work and likely raising costs. discussion turned to borrowing to fund road construction, with some members opposing borrowing without ratepayer referendum.
Investigations by the Department of Agriculture declare Bomen, Cedar, Haynes Blue Stem, Marquis and Warden as red or unfit for export. Export buyers shun these wheats and with a united Australian market, farmers growing these varieties risk losses.
An announcement notes the amalgamation of Steven son Basner and Co the eminent Sydney sight specialists. Those needing optical aid are advised to consult Mr Stevenson on his visit with further particulars appearing elsewhere in this issue.
A Manilla sheep sale is to be held on Saturday next starting at 2 o clock, with 4000 mixed stock to be yarded. Agent Mr V D Byrnes promises a full number will be yarded as advertised, with local station owners and breeders joining the unreserved sale effort.
The Combined Special Committee of the War Memorial movement meets Wednesday night at the Mechanics' Institute to receive hall tenders, address sump issues, and decide further actions for the Soldiers Memorial Hall. Several tenders are reportedly in for the project.
Patrick Doyle of West Manila, aged 74, died at Manila District Hospital on Friday. A Maitland native who moved to the district about 25 years ago, he had been in poor health for two years and frail for six months. Survived by widow, six children and ten grandchildren. Sons George and John served and died in World War I. Funeral held Saturday, Rev Father Hons officiating. The text also notes a separate incident of a man slipping on Coogee rocks with serious injuries.
Inspen reported inspections of slaughter yards owned by Wee Annis, Martin, Kent, and Kulu found them in order. The council adopted the report and decided to hire the council's roller to Cockburn Shire. A notice on noxious weeds was ordered for local press. Debates over Glovers Hill work on Nemoi River Road yielded no definite timing. Deputy President Dr. Ratliff was elected to the Deputy Presidency Committees. the full council also formed Works and Finance committees.
Report from a town with a quirky mix of mislaid valuables after a honeymoon and a dramatic hawk incident at a fair. The text recalls a courtroomlike stadium past, brawling youth, and rabbit eradicating ventures by Paddy the Rabbiter alina, plus a Sunday wedding gift ceremony for Ales Cloexsy with Father Collendar leading the church.
The Agricultural Department warns farmers against Sudan grass seed with impurities from sorghum and a Sudan hybrid, noting poisons may develop in hot-grown plants. Do not graze stock on land with such plants and avoid seeds from these areas. The department offers free testing of seed samples sent by farmers to ensure purity.
Sedated Another tine attraction will be shown at the Mechanless Pictures on Wednesday night, featuring premine and an interesting program including Universal special wire action "Plo Power of a tie." A full supporting program and great foods are expected as part of the event in Franc.
The Northern Bite Globe competition at Glen Innes saw Quirindi take the cup. Notable scores include Dunne of Quirindi and Flynn of Starreba with standout individual shoots.
A summary of Henry Ford’s impact on modern industry as described in the book My Life and the Ford era. It notes rapid worker skill changes, high employment, and the goal to produce affordable standard cars. It covers distributed assembly, price trends from 210 to 84 pounds, and Ford’s tractor innovations aiding England during wartime.
Messrs W W Tomkins and W J Hanscombe have assumed management of the Court House Hotel. Tomkins, once with the NSW Treasury, entered business in Manila and has parliamentary ambitions dating from his youth. Hanscombe has long served in public life in Begas Shire and recently led Musabulla Shire as President, with a commemorative dinner honoring both for their public service.
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