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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 19, 1929
Page
2
Disappointing irrigation results stem from district rivalries and rosy forecasts. Engineers must assess site, soil, rock, and productivity, while agricultural and financial experts judge feasibility and returns. The Chamber backs practical support for farmers as events at Memorial Hall and parish gatherings outline upcoming sales and social activities.
A municipal council debate over a £100000 five year advertising campaign for Australia. The Australian Travel Association seeks funds from councils at one penny per head per year. Alderman McLeod opposed action, others urged study and mature consideration. The motion to table the letter carried as an amendment, with support from Alderman Dunbar and Kennedy.
Last week rifle shooting at 500 yards produced generally low scores though conditions were not hard. F K Wood won Wednesday after a shoot off with L Maunder, while Lance Bowman beat his cousin Norman on Saturday. The text also notes social notices for a parish euchre party and shoe advertisements.
Attention is drawn to the Euehre-Dance of the G U 0 F to be held in the Pass on Friday 26th inst. The committee is expected to announce a success like its prior efforts. Wingsford-Smith travels to Amsterdam for re-conditioning. An attempt to fly the Southern Cross from London to New York is announced. Mens golf shirts and sport coats offered at reduced prices by Stoddart & Hayward. 2 lengths 54in repp 3 yards each 19/11 at Roberts Brea Gach fale.
At Manilla Police Court on Tuesday defendant O Grady faced charges for insulting language. The plaintiff and two witnesses testified that in Manilla Street at about 11 am he called the plaintiff a dago and threatened physical harm. The court fined £3 with costs and expenses totaling £10 10s, plus one month hard labor if unpaid.
The Falais A Daughter in Revolt screens at the Palais on Saturday a tale of reckless youth with a charming girl defying convention and a dramatic rescue. The Big Hop features Buck Jones in thrilling adventure with a perilous plane sequence and a dramatic finish.
The Federal Farm Board in Washington met to ease wheat price woes but was surprised by rapid price gains. Drought in the US and Canada sent Winnipeg prices up sixpence per bushel to a seasonal high. A first grade match saw University win with Alan Kennedy scoring two tries. Mrs Redmond visits with her two children and parents, Mir and Mrs A C Veness, while Mrs V Young remains hospitalised but out of danger. A rural school third-year deputation visited the scene on Tuesday bearing a bouquet of vic eta.
Readers acquainted with Nathaniel Hawthorne may enjoy a realistic screen of The Scarlet Letter at the Mechanics on Saturday. For those new to the work the film presents the essential plot. Tale Me Home follows misunderstandings and disappointments in stage life and ends with the reading pair Bebe Daniely and Neil Hamilton settling on a farm.
In the R A C A Combined Trial and Touring Contest between Sydney and Melbourne held in March 1929 Mr D W Clifton secured seven victories. He took first on formula hill climb and acceleration and speed tests, plus fastest times in hill climb acceleration test and speed test. Congratulations were offered for adding these laurels to his record.
Manilla district traders note mixed wheat prospects with early crops fair and late sowing weak. Germination has been patchy, with early rains needed to improve outlook. Winter drought concerns persist as stock decline. spring work continues with hopes for a brighter late season.
Church notices list services at Manilla at 11 am and 7 20 pm led by Rev Francis, with New Mexico 330 F and E Sey Wood. Presbyterian services in Manilla at 11 am and 7 30 pm under Rev Gordon, with Wongo Creek service at 3 pm.
Church of England services listed for Menilla and Wongo Creek with Holy Communion at 7.50 am and 11 am, Choral Evensong at 7.50 pm and 3 p.m. Milliwindi. Rev. T. Hunter Barratt noted.
The case against Jos Hannan for using under stamped betting tickets at Doombrook on March 30 was heard ex parte after he failed to appear. Witness Szt Burn testified trotting races occurred that day and the defendant admitted using tickets with a 2d stamp before switching to a 3d stamp. He was fined £4 with costs.
Large crowd attended the Palais on Tuesday evening to bid farewell to Miss Hileon Hiscox. She received a bouquet from Mary Veness as the company sang For She's a Jolly Good Fellow. During the interval Very Rev J K Collender presented a cutlery and silver case from St Michaels' Church congregation and wished her success in her new life. Mr J Hiscox spoke for his sister and Miss Gwen O'Brien was given a fountain pen for her church service. she departs to begin nursing at Gunnedah District Hospital.
Years ago Mr. Dave Coleman of Manilla known as Deaff was a renowned Queensland drover. He trailed big mobs across drought plains and flooded streams, facing hobble chains and campware in a frontier life. Now he takes it easy, backs a non starter, rounds up a flock for Byrnes, and keeps the boys company with stories from a hard era.
A columnist reflects on Manilla’s city council, praising longtime members J D Kennedy, J Wearne, and A R McLeod for steadiness and experience. He notes Mayor Hayward’s business sense, commends new aldermen Dunbar Adie Coates, and highlights past and present service while urging pride in civic work and modest attire reductions from Stoddart & Wayward.
O'Brien reports continued strong demand with multiple property dispositions concluded by June 30. Listings include Brinkburn 747 acres to R Warren and F White, Neaundic 480 acres to A Austin and W Brines, Ingledoon 480 acres to A Abberfield and A Austin, The Bend 924 acres to A Warren and R Worcester, and Glenara 854 acres to J Gardner and F White. The Bend and Brinkburn totaling 1571 acres go to Paddison Bros. via Yates and Son, Colmera in Tamworth District to P Lynch, View 985 acres to P Lynch and H V Sampson, Mayfield Narrabri District to A Beell and M L Johnston. Brinkburn sold four times in 18 months. The Bend four times in two years. Also noted: Roberts Bros cash sale shoes, 22/6 to 37/6 now 15/- to 25/-, ends Saturday 20th.
The New Fordson Tractor will soon be available for delivery and is expected to attract attention with power and price. Local agents A. C. Veness and Son are booking orders and will provide full particulars. Also promoting oak and pine kitchen cabinets from The Modern Shop and an upcoming extraordinary wireless receiver display.
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