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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 18, 1930
Page
2
The article comments on the current outlook for shearers during the season, urging acceptance of lawful changes and arguing against disobedience. It contends that lawfulness and pay reductions are inevitable, warning that resistance will not restore high prices. It frames adherence to law as essential and calls for rational acceptance.
An inspector of weights and measures visits Manila, inspecting weighing apparatus all day at the Court House. The piece notes the burden on businesspeople carrying heavy scales and criticizes the administration and autocratic tendencies behind the law.
First day results from the Town Court Tournament show Miss RB Swan defeating Miss D Bowman 6-4 in Ladies' Singles Handicap. B Quick and I Watt win in doubles. Gents' events see S Swan, J Coates, and E Lee advancing. Finalists named for Wednesday sections across ladies and gents events.
District Inspector Mark Reynolds reports on a July 17 farm visit at the Heywood property near Fuing. Farmers showcased diverse wheats, sharing 20 year experiences as visitors viewed early sowing, high yields, and minimal frost damage. Further field meetings planned for late August. Roberts Bros promotes golf attire for July 22.
The annual function at Memorial Hall Manilla will be held Tuesday night July 2 with Bridges Orchestra providing music and a sit down supper by Associate Members. A popular program includes the Mashie niblie Waltz. tickets cost 6 shillings and 4 shillings plus tax, available from the Secretary or any golf member.
Rural residents object to a proposal requiring machines to be sent 200 miles to Newcastle for inspection, arguing the regulation is impractical and unfair to country communities.
The annual Tamworth District meeting of the Manchester Unity elected Bro. John Smith of Hungara as Grand Master and Bro. W. Ryan of Young as Deputy Grand Master. Officers Blamey and Hartley spoke at a banquet hosted by Loyal Apsley Lodge with cheers for the Manchester Unity.
Clergy across diverse denominations in Sydney are divided on accepting the Film Censor's proposal to allow movies inside churches. The issue hinges on how sacred spaces might host cinematic programs while addressing moral concerns.
Mr W Hatte formerly with Mr A A Adie has returned to Manilla to take charge of the drapery department of Stoddart and Hayward Ltd. The wages books are pro.
The inside may declare their innings closed in a match of three days or more on day two, in a two day match the captain may declare at any time, but not on the first day and not later than one hour forty minutes before stumps in a one day match per Luaw 54.
Mr Theodore requests Premier of Queensland to prosecute him so he may testify under oath to refute charges and suggestions by the Royal Commissioner about the Man fauna leases and related matters. He has had a personal interview with Mr Moore seeking the action.
A fracture in a rail between Meadowbank and Ryde caused widespread delays as hundreds arrived over an hour late. Traffic was diverted to a single line while repair crews rushed to the scene to restore normal conditions.
About 500 unemployed men mobbed two bailiffs in Brunswick Victoria last Tuesday. The bailiffs had been sent to eject a mother of three, prompting the crowd to interrupt their march to interview Premier Hogan. The mob dispersed the men and warned them not to return.
After four years of mutual disdain the ASP and AWT met in a joint committee session last Tuesday and agreed to call off hostilities. Both parties pledged to cooperate and act as brothers, signaling a new era of concord.
The District Tennis Association lists July 19 fixtures: Methodists vs Halls Ck B, Presbyterian A vs New Mexico B, Cor ella vs Halls Ck A, New Mexico A vs Eance B, Town Courts vs Ye. Results from July 12 show New Mexico B beat Methodist 16-12, New Mexico A ser. beat Halls Ch. B 23-14, Presbyterian B beat Presbyterian A 20-12, Town Courts beat Cor ella 6-16 by 11. A meeting is set for Saturday July 19 at Mechanics Institute 7.30 pm.
Church of England services listed for Manilla with Holy Eucharist at 7 30 a m Evensong and Sermon 7 30 p m Wongo Creek Holy Eucharist 10 a m Milliwindi Evensong in the evening Rev T Hunter Barrati leads the services with local arrangements noted.
Presbyterian Manilla and Somerton conduct morning and evening communion services with Rev J A Gordon and Rev Grayson among others. A grade championship to 18 holes match play features draws: Grantham vs Scott, Elevate vs Smith, Turner vs Chapman, Young vs Roberts. B grade matches list Miller vs Maunder, Dengate vs Kelly, O Connell vs Clifton, Cadden vs Gagnon. All matches to final by August 40.
Bancroft plays a gangster who goes to war evading, then joins the military police. He loves fighting and rises through adversity, a stark portrayal of a hardened figure in the upcoming screen appearance.
The North West Champion reports a burglary at Clifton's Ltd Garage Moree on Sunday night. Thieves entered through an unfastened window and stole about £30 in cash and cheques. The safe was opened with a key left hanging in the office. Morning staff found the room largely undisturbed with only scattered papers.
Impounded by P P Im pounding Officer from T S K 2000 Tarpoly. One bay pony mare branded MK reversed over half diamond. One bay mare branded win half diamond sideways. One bay gelding 2 years. One chestnut taffy foal. If not released will be sold at noon July 31 1930. J Blair Poundkeeper.
In the Supreme Court of New South Wales probate jurisdiction the executors accounts in the estate of William Charles Mov farmer of Happy Hill Manilla have been filed. All interested parties must appear at the office of the Registrar, King Street Sydney, by August 22, 1930, at 12.15 pm to inspect and object if desired. If no objections are raised the accounts will be examined and passed by law. Dated August 14, 1930. Acting Registrar Charles E Butehart. Proctor John Duncan Kennedy. Abbott & Allen Manilla Castle Street Sydney.
On Tuesday evening a car carrying E. North and his son collided with a truck on Upper Manilla road. The car was badly damaged but there were no serious injuries to the occupants.
Mandowa Shire Council discussed a circular from the Chief Secretary's Department on the Bush Fire Amendment Act. Dr Ratliff warned the law could cause hardship if applied to Manilla District. Wheat farming relies on summer stubble burning, so restricting the practice would hinder farming. Council tabled the letter and sought more information for the next meeting.
PAY CASH and BUY FOR LESS at MACKENZIE AND SONS LTD. Sugar Ib Golden Syrup Jars Choice Honey Butter Large tins Jam Pres Pears Tomato Sauce Granose Biscuits Cocoa Breakfast Meal Fresh Ground Coffee and Chicory Saxa Salt Lifebuoy Soap Mixed Peel Junket Tablets and more listed with prices in old style penny ha’penny amounts.
Light refreshments with plenty of light offered to aid the Parish Hall Fund. July district tickets priced at 2 shillings. Arrangements are organized by local men.
The notice promotes VieWAR family pianos and talking machines including radios, fully guaranteed by Paling's Sydney. It invites readers to write for full particulars and very easy terms.
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