Weight as basis for cattle sales gains favor abroad
The movement to sell fat cattle by live weight spreads in colonies and Australia as leaders urge weighing at entry to yards and registering weight to reveal true beef value. Farmers, graziers, and officials in Adelaide Melbourne New South Wales and New Zealand discuss weighing systems and platform scales to ensure fair pricing, with some arguing for state enforcement despite buyer resistance.
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Adelaide
Melbourne
Agriculluriata
Farmers’ Congress
Alice
New South Wales
New Zealand
Continent
Tender Accepted for Brick House on Rowap Street
Mr Grantham's tender was accepted for erecting a brick house in Rowap Street Railway Hill for Mr Donald Macdonald. The Inverell Times notes a large wheat crop claim near Delungra on Mesare Rose Bros estate with 2100 bags from 60 acres and insurance of £70 on hail damaged wheat.
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Grantham
Rowap-street
Railway Hill
Donald Macdonald
Inverell
Delungra
Mesare
Bros.’ Estate
Mystery Clock Displays In Mackenzie Window
A mysterious clock arranged in a Mackenzie and dons display window shows a dial painted on the glass. Its hands move in a puzzling way and tick by minute, drawing crowds as the clock remains the center of attention since installation.
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M. C. Mackenzie and
Dons
Barracloughs Opticians Visit to Menilla
Barraclough Ltd announces that Mr J A Barraclough and Mr King Barraclough of London will visit Menilla to consult clients. They will be at the Court House on Monday 15 February from 9 am to 5 pm. Clients are asked to make appointments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Barraclough
D.B.C.A
London
King Harraclough
Cd.b.c.a
Barraclough Ltd
Clieate
Barraclough
Menilla
Big Wal Sale Of Men's Clothing By H J Ruse
Reading clarifies the heading refers to a large sale of men s clothing by modern outfitter H J Ruse. He announces a big wall sale with extraordinary specials. The notice emphasizes value and advertising realism.
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H. J. Ruse
Mr Russ Ad Encourages Local Support for New Stock
A local newspaper ad urges readers to study Mr Russ's brand-new stock in the Expresa and participate in the bargain. The writer promotes supporting local townsmen and criticizes buying from Sydney and elsewhere, calling for loyalty to the hometown business.
Penn's Pictures Show Promises Sensational Saturday Night
Special announcement for Saturday night in Manila features a fine programme including A Romance of the Sewdust Ring. The picture itself is worth a trip to witness with dramas comedies and comics, scenic pieces, and an added lecture on special subjects plus a promised song.
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Manilla
Peon
Tomisea
Don’t Risk Your Life With Cold Cautions
A vintage ad warns against neglecting colds and promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. It claims the remedy counteracts pneumonia risk, chronic coughs, bronchitis, and lung troubles, leaving the system healthier and reducing future attacks. Sold by all storekeepers and doctors.
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Chamberlain
Inter-district cricket match at recreation ground today
An inter-district match is set for today at 10.30 on the recreation ground. The Rising Stars from Quirindi visit, with train arrival and luncheon planned. J Brady's side features changes with C Scott replacing E Barwick and H Bolamd replacing C Watts, both unavailable. the oval has drawn interest from a recent mower presence.
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Quirindi
J. Brady
J. Scott
E. Barwick
H. Bolamd
C. Watts
The Bale Yards Auctioneers Meeting Summary
Local Municipal Council held a special meeting with Mayor Kennedy and Aldermen Wearne Rudd and Bailey present. Auctioneers including A C Veness W T Igpeworthy EB Kremer W J Byrnes and W Veness attended as tariff changes were endorsed notably reducing sheep charges to 1d per head. Saturday designated as the regular assessment day with exclusive day applications needing a guarantee.
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Ald
Kennnedy
Wearne
Rudd
Bailey
Auctiogesra
Messie
A. C. Veness
W. T. Igpeworthy
EB. V. Kremer
W. J. Byrnes
W. Veness
Reduced Train Service Sparks Local Debate in Manila West
Local reaction to a tri weekly railway service cut reveals sharp divides among business leaders and townspeople. Opponents argue the railway remains essential and call for a public meeting with Harraba invited to oppose the plan. Supporters caution finance demands amid wartime strain and suggest a daily motor service on alternate days as a compromise.
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Manilla Wes
Harraba
Bydney
Mechanics' Institute Committee Nominations Declared
Nominations for the Mechanics' Institute committee closed with seven candidates for vacancies. A. C. Veness, D. M. Mackenzie, L. E. Ellis, J. D. Kennedy, T. N. Johnstone, W. C. Grantham, K. Brigcombe, 8. C. Wayland, N. L. Sheridan, A. R. McLeod, A. E. Moore, H. Stoddart will be declared elected at the annual meeting on the 28th. Secretary C. N. Scott and Mr. Vincent were nominated but did not accept.
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Committee of Mechanics’ Institute
A. C. Veness
D. M. Mackenzie
L. E. Ellis
J. D. Kennedy
T. N. Johnstone
W. C. Grantham
K. Brigcombe
C. Wayland
N. L. Sheridan
A. R. McLeod
A. E. Moore
H. Stoddart
Mesara
C. N. Scott
Wr. Vincent
Ploughing Busy Across District Amid Hard Ground
Ploughing is widespread as farmers resume work across the district. Ground remains hard in many areas requiring rain, with plans to increase ploughing efforts. A Sydney firm predicts farmers will obtain excellent wheat prices next harvest.
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Sydney
Brown’s Popular Pictures Tonight
An excellent programme at Brown's shows two star dramas and several comedies including The Bear Escape and Back to Simple Life. Through the Prairie is described as exceptionally exciting, while A Frontier Mother promises absorbing interest. A large audience is expected.
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Brown
Planice
Brown's
Fall From Pyramids Informs of Norman Veness Injury
Rev James Green the battalion chaplain reports Norman Veness fell from the pyramids at Cheops during a climb and was seriously injured. He escaped broken bones but sustained head wounds and was treated by Dr Fred Bird and Col Beach. Despite low initial hope, later notes say he is improving. he is in good spirits and wishes to read, with strong prior health cited.
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W. Veness
James Green
the Forces
Rnder
Norman
Fred Bird
Malbourne
Alexander McCormack
Sydney
Col. Beach
R.A.M. Corps
Mechanics Institute Sees Monthly Committee Meeting
President Mr A C Webess occupied the chair at Tuesday night’s meeting of committees. Attendants included Weyland Kennedy Briscombe D Mackensiz Brown Moore and Scott as clerk. Draft report and balance sheet were adopted with amendments for the annual meeting on the 28th. The balance sheet will show total liabilities. It was decided that the entire library fund be used as consolidated revenue.
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A. C. Webess
Messrs. Weyland
Kennedy
Briscombe
D. Mackensiz
Brown
Moore
Seott
Hen
Institute
Brary
Presbyterian Church Evening Address On The Last Things
The Presbyterian church invites attendees to morning services at 11 am and 7 pm and a Creek service at 3 pm led by Rev. C. The evening address will discuss The Last Things.
Epiphany Sunday Services Listed at Manilla and Somerton
On January 24th the church schedule lists Manilla morning services by Mr H Rudd and Rev J M Phillips from 7 to 4 pm. Somerton holds an 11 am Matins led by Rev J N Phillipe. The entry reflects a historical local church timetable with multiple clergy and venues.
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Manilla
A.m
New Mexico Service Time Changes Announced
In Manilla and Upper Manilla speakers alter schedules with Rev. T. Jenkin and Mr. J. R. Heywood listed for various sessions. The New Mexico service moves from 7.30 p.m. to 3 p.m., shifting the lineup of afternoon and evening events across multiple locations.
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Manilla
H. A. Chic
Akolan
T. Jenkin
New Mexico
T. Janin
Upper
J. R. Heywood
Notable Visits and Appointments Publicized in Manilla
A sweep of local notices lists Mrs. W Kemp visiting Dalpy Queensland and Rev. E G Higgin named Vicar of West Tamworth. Others include Mrs. T M O’Brien returning from Armidale, Mrs. A R McLeod back from holiday, and nurse Reid made head nurse at Manila Hospital. Several clergy, auditors, and officials are cited along with travel to Vancouver and San Francisco via Sydney.
Dusty Skies Over Town Amid German Raids
Yesterday afternoon a dust cloud moved westward and obscured hills near town while a German raid hit Knogland with Zeppelins on Tuesday dropping bombs at Yarmouth and Sandringham amid ongoing hostilities.
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Knogland
Yarmouth
Sandringhan
Hig Teaf
Paspalum Displayed At Mr. Ca Cox’s Racecourse
A fine sample of paspalum was shown yesterday on Mr F Uis Cox’s racecourse with promising growth and vigor observed by attendees.
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Westerday
F. Uis- Cox
Evening appeals echo for hospital funds and society revival
Urgent calls for hospital support urge gifts and retrenchment protection. The Municipal Society plans a fresh start with a meeting soon, urging all music lovers to attend. Local letters home from Egypt reveal tender thoughts for those in the long war.
Three Trains a Week Owing to War Strain
The Tamworth Barraba and Manila railway service will be cut to three trains weekly amid wartime financial stress and reduced produce. Officially announced, the line will see major changes with the Narrabri Sydney mail and Glen Innes connections altered. The Werrie Creek to Burney run is saved, while the Armidale Sydney day train ends at Tamworth and Narrabri return runs connect at Werris Creek.
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Tamworth
Barraba
Manila
Narrabri
Sydney
Glen Innes
Werrie Creek
Burney
Armidale
Werris Creek
Notice on Garven and Cousens in Tamworth Monday and Tuesday
Garven and Cousens notice runs in Tamworth for Monday and Tuesday next. Anniversary Day Tuesday is a public holiday. Local banks will close. A dust storm is forecast for Wednesday.
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Garven and Cousens
Tamworth
Auctions Endorse Firm Prices at Homebush and Sydney Sales
Buyers flocked to Homebush with exporters in attendance as competition stayed keen and prices held firm at late levera sales. Bowman secured £17 19s per head for a draft of bollocks from Winebcombe, Carecd, Ltd. Tamworth yarding promises 650 horses on February 10 in a top class sale featuring draught and saddle horses, cobs, and ponies. At Sydney wool auctions, Winchcombe Carson saw strong demand with prices 5-7% higher than December and fleece lines up notably, while crossbreds and free lines attracted varied attention from America Japan and Yorkshire buyers.
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Levera
EB. Bowman
Rocz Ville
Mapilla
Winebcombe, Carecd, Ltd
Sydney
Winchcombe, Carson, Ltd
America
Yorkshire
Japan
Challenge Crosses Win Chance in Challenge States
Sporting note questions if Challege Crosses can win the Challenge States without excessive barley water. The Challenge Stakes runs today with Anniversary Handicap on Tuesday. Purdey and Smahlefie are popular, and Hall's Creek Patriotic race meeting next Tuesday aims for boom success. Mr. T Hiscox plans six horses. a match yesterday between Hiscox's grey mare and Cagey's Yuelba colt signals more matches to come as racing begins at 10 o'clock.
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Purdey
Smahlef
Hall's Creek
Will of THOMAS CON ROY probate notice in NSW
In the will of Thomas Con Roy late a farmer of Keepit NSW applications for probate of his first will may be granted to Michael Francis McKeon the sole executor named. Notices may be served at the executor's office with accounts due within fourteen days. Proctor John Duncan Kennedy for the executor. Abbott & Allen Tamworth agents. February 8 5 10. A 650 head horse sale is announced by Wm Inglis & Son Sydney with Sanders & Cantrell Tamworth.
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Thomas Conroy
Keepit
New South Wales
Michael Francis McKeon
John Duncan Kennedy
Abbott & Allen
Tamworth
Inglis & Son
Sydney
Sanders & Cantrell
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N.B. Stoddart , CO
U the
Vanilla Express
North Western Representative
Gattis
Barracloughs
Vice Regai
Opticians
Penn
Cricket
Mechanics’ Institute Committee
Norman Veness
Mechanics Institute
Church OF England
Methodist Church
W. Kemp
Dalpy
Qld
E. G. Higgin
Bundarra
West Tamworth
W. H. Bignall
Arlington
Nat
A. R McLeod
Peo Pri
Reid
Newcastle
Manilla, Hospital
Meers
Cahill
Roulston
Mechanical Institute
Police
Mr. Day
Mr. G. Oakes
Kelori Station
King's Lynn
Mrs. Thompson
Maryborough
J. Paterson
Mr. Wade
Tesrcenia
Haa
Mr. Herb
McNamira
J. Mundy
Manils
Mr. Mundy
Stoddart and Co
Mr. Deakin
Commonwealth
Will Trenerry
Egypt
Dan Coetelloe
Waribida
Gunnedah Die
Hegret
L. 4. Bailey
Belmz Sbeent
Narrabri Hospital
Phillips
Ballarat
Vic
Betty
Kath
William Stewart
New England
Home Missions
Messia
Hen Allen
P. Corrigan
McGrath
E. King
Guylawkes
Grafton
Moree
Paspalum
Walferers
Munsical Society
Mechanics’ Institute
D. Easterman
Manjila-street
E. Hall
Manilla-street
Kegypt
Langer
Commercial
Homebush
Sanders
Brigbane
Sporting
Supreme Court OF
Piper & Co., Ltd
Manius
Tiorbes
Gunnedah
Lowcock & King
Mesers
J. F. Wearne
Jack Brady
Mra. P. A
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