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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 03, 1931
Page
2
Blanket Week offers Cosy All Wool Blankets in pure Australian wool. Prices shown include sizes 4 made of wool, three quarter and double bed options with varied measurements and costs across the range.
In Manilla District farmers will decide whether to back or reject a compulsory Wheat pool. The article argues past polls failed due to a required 60 percent majority, but changes by the Lang Government could allow a minority to influence outcomes. It condemns the pool as unfair and questions funding and price guarantees, urging farmers to oppose the scheme.
The Manilla show committee reappointed members and revo trolled a resignation. A pavilion marque was approved for the first show. The wheel section will exhibit from each district school including Convent and Rural School. Junior Farmers' Club to arrange agriculture exhibits. District exhibit plans led by Mr Mark Bernierthern Lispector. Council invited to allow use of recreation ground for show grounds. Show ball and district exhibit discussed. show yards and river bank saleyards considered. The Prince of Diamonds screens plus Krazy Kat Cartoon to accompany cinema program. East Manilla program ends with travel times of 40 minutes each way.
In a confidential letter Governor y Lazo describes a dire financial state as Treasury funds run dry and bank credit evaporates. He notes a plan based on drastic taxation and warns a coalition move could override the Legislative Council. He urges a conference of parties to seek agreed measures to stabilize finances before Premier action.
A fragmented notice lists a Methodist Manila service at 12 a m with Rev Grayson duties, Holy Eucharist at 7 33, Evensong and Sermon, and a Holy Eucharist at Milliwindi with Rev T Hunter Barratt. It mentions a Memorial Hall event on Wednesday July 8 and a plan for reserved tables and supper arranged by R G Aden. Rainfall noted elsewhere.
Manilla and Tamworth clashed in a lively rugby match marked by late arrivals and sloppy prep. Tamworth led 2–0 at halftime, Manilla rallied to 14–13 late, but Tamworth scored a late converted try to seal a 14–13 win amid field-time chaos and offside issues.
A Cabinet and Labor Party meeting discussed an urgent conference to salvage the country’s finances amid a controversial letter to the Premier. The Test between New Zealand and England ended drawn with New Zealand 224 and 496 declared, England 452 and 146 for 5 in the second innings. Hammond led with 46.
One of the largest sheep sales ever held in Mynille is set for Friday with W J Byrnes offering about 0,000 head of sheep. Changes at the saleyards are complete and the auctioneer expects smooth handling. On Saturday 200 head of sheep will also be offered. A social and sporting sub committee will meet at Cliftons Ltd on Monday evening at 7.00 to discuss the Bal Agricultural meet, with Secretary M0 attending Saturday 11th. Mr Harry Reid, visiting Manila, has settled in Queensland. Also notes on herbalist Aubrey Pesund in Manilla and a Northbrook Lame house to let along with Rowan Street listings.
A letter to the editor lauds Dr. Page for steering fiscal policy toward new wealth via exports and production. It cites his role in loan arrangements, sinking fund, reducing war debt, placing notes with the Commonwealth Bank, lowering taxation, and promoting roads, post and telegraphs, and wartime housing, arguing these feats underlay economic recovery and growth.
The Commonwealth Bank Board approved lowering deposit interest at Commonwealth Savings Bank. The changes reduce the first £500 to 2 percent and the next sums to 34 percent on the second £500 plus 4 percent on further £400. All advance rates on securities will drop by 1 percent, with a floor of 4 percent. The move aligns with the bank’s broader policy to cut fixed deposit rates by 1 percent.
Eight men including T. KR Cooper A. J Saunders Hef Livermore and C Sours were fined 10 with 13 shillings and none additional for Sunday shooting and night disturbances. They were found with a car spotlight at Middlebrook Road about 11 miles from Swone. rabbits and hares were in the vehicle. News notes cover rainfall impact on Names River levels and regional financial moves while city life mentions arrivals and holidays with staff at banks in Manilla and Mosman.
A scanned notice offers reserved tables after a party number is stated by phone. It lists bids for sale items including shoes and a variety of livestock, and notes a Business Men's Association meeting next Monday at the Council Chambers at 7:30 p.m.
Ratepayers are reminded that rates for 1981 are overdue. In accordance with Section 158 of the Local Government Act 1919 29 interest at seven percent per annum will be charged from March 2 1931 on current arrears. From July 2001 interest will be charged on all arrears from that date. proceedings may be instituted against those delayed in payment. Joseph Coates Shire Clerk Shire Office Maniths 6/31
Court Street Market advertises weekly sales every Saturday at 3 PM featuring fruit vegetables fowls farm produce and wanlen items. Proprietor ALF CLARK runs the stall.
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