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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 29, 1924
Page
2
Store advertises men’s tweed overcoats with full belt at a sale price of 30 shillings, compared with usual 45. Cotton tweed trousers priced at 4 shillings 1 pence to 5 shillings 11 pence, marked down from earlier ranges 6 to 11.
A Viet Jan Farmers Union delegation to the Tari Board pleaded for cheaper Australian made gear by reducing duties and freight costs. They compared prices in Canada New Zealand and Australia and urged fair competition to support local farming without protectionism while noting industry investments.
The Commonwealth Gazette notes the importation of ten hav ed plants or parts of toluivos plants prohibited. The Health Minister (Senator Wilson) may permit a few seed analyses on application by the State Department of Agriculture, with conditions to be set. The information hints at broader sanitary considerations for growers.
A local hospital linen effort organized by Mrs Tadsen and Miss Veress raised 87 pounds from donations and sales. Volunteers Coupland and workers contributed 14 pounds more, supported by Miss Martin and W. Bignal. Dr John Coote remains seriously ill at Manila District Hospital.
Court meet heard apologies from Aldermen Wearne and Byrnee while reports covered road works on Manila Street and Criesstrest. The council discussed gravel top dressing, footpath improvements, drainage, guttering near Hall’s shop, and bridge approach work, with remarks on the Manilla Hospital and Tamworth visit for the Blaxland Cup.
readers debate Saturday half holiday versus midweek rest for country producers and Manila shop staff. letters cite local commerce, employer plans, and farm ties, arguing open hours affect rural shoppers, with calls for fair treatment and clearer policy before a town meeting.
A new feature titled The Spanish Dancer arrives as a four act production starring Pali Nogri presented at the Mechanics venue. The show promises a thrilling performance with exotic drama and high tension.
A farewell in Manilla honored Mr and Mrs Burns with gifts including watches a fitted case and pipes. Residents praised their service to the community at Wilson's Downfall and wished them health happiness and success in their new posting at Manilla Station. Noted speakers from local mining and business circles lauded their leadership and charitable work.
The report notes damage at Attunga Union Church with broken windows and derelict facilities. Local groups discuss denominations leaving services, a lack of funds, and calls for repairs or new ownership amid ongoing community decay.
A tale about William Jinks who refused advertising despite business decline. After he and his name became the subject of a local skit, he faced public embarrassment and jail following a nightlife incident.
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