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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 13, 1926
Page
2
Special reductions in all Boys wear during Young Australia Week. Bargains include Boys All Wool Jerseys at one price 7/6, also plain colored jerseys with collar 5/6, Boys All Wool Tweed Suits sale 24/11 to 27/6, Youth All Wool Tweed Golf Suits 33/6 to 43/6, and Jackie Coogan Tweed and Velvet caps at sale prices 3/11 and 4/9.
The Manilla Chamber of Commerce urges government funding for free country pupil transport to central town schools. It argues small isolated schools lack resources and staffing, while central schools offer better education, supervision, and equity. A circular was sent to shires and discussed at a Saturday council meeting.
Leading article explains Manilla Council's refusal to refund stock yard dues when stock not sold, puzzling stockowners. German Verge Estate to be submitted for auction early date with Lowenck King Tamworth as selling agents. Local tennis courts and cricket pitch improved. motor transport rising as a trend with Fred Lane installing a motor lorry. Narrabri team to represent Mumia in upcoming oval match. Education conveyance subsidy debate prompts adjournment for county views.
The Manilla Municipal Council met on Thursday with Alderman Wearne presiding. A street stall permit was granted pending broader stall regulations. Reports covered Workmen's Compensation policy change, Arthur Street works, River Street graveling, Rowan Street tree guards, and sign post tenders. The session also noted land transfer issues and potential inspection by the Prickly Pear Board, with action deferred pending consent.
Manilla dominated Loomberah 21 to 5 on a Saturday match at the focal oval. Scanlon and Roache starred with strong runs and timely scores as Adnan and Blanch contributed, while Loomberah pressured at times but failed to convert chances.
The district hospital at Manilla shows a scarlet fever case as committee members plan Friday meetings and staff farewells. Byrnes departs for Sydney after Jackson becomes head nurse at the hospital. Woolaston and Venexs in Marl Inghurst private facilities.
Narrabri, hailed as the blue ribbon team of the North West, travels to Manilla for a Saturday showdown refereed by Mr Dudgeon. Last week Narrabri crushed Warialda by 30 goals while Manilla has rebuilt its attack since last year. The game starts promptly at 3 0 6 p m with no further matches this month and injured players set to recover.
The Parents and Citizens Association held a meeting in which Rev J. B. Thorn was reported absent. Discussion covered fundraising, with debate on holding a continental soon or delaying until early next year. McAlister recalled last year’s successful continental at late November. The group noted essential school additions need funding and proposed a continental on Friday December 10, with stalls to be assigned at the next meeting.
A Citroen car from Halls Creek driven by Mr McDonald on the Tamworth road about 11 miles from Uralla skidded and rolled. The vehicle suffered substantial damage but all occupants escaped injury. Uralla Times report.
Government expected to appoint a Royal Commission to investigate the Northern Line rail disaster amid ongoing concerns. Roberts Bros advertises winter sale savings on seasonal underwear.
Australia posted 494 in reply to England’s 203 as Richardson reached a century and Grimmett claimed wickets. Kilner and Tate led England’s attack, with Hobbs and Sutcliffe contributing early runs before a late collapse. The ball by ball gaps show a dramatic day with Australia advancing to a strong position.
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