Manilla district rainfall and Mechanics' Institute officers
A brief on recent showers in the district with Manilla’s 20 points on Sunday night and 12 points on Wednesday evening, noting heavier falls in some areas. Wheat crops are improving under spring conditions. At the Mechanics Institute annual meeting, officers were elected: President J Coulton, Vice President G C Maynard, Secretary M Chung, Treasurer M W Kennedy, and committee members Revd Grantham, ALC Bianchwood, J Watts, with three new members R J Granthan, C Grant, and A Baldwin. A taxation lecture by a senior officer from the Department of Motivation will visit Manilla on Memorial Day, 280 pm, and Graziers’ Association arrangements are made for attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manilla
Mechanics’ Institute
J. Coulton
GC. P. Maynard
Mir Chung
Hayward
de MW. Kennedy
Rev. Grantham
ALC
Bianch
J. Watts
Denartduet
Moaxation
Maniy
Graziers’ Association
Personal Adam Nixon Joins Urey Mackenzie Beathers Trip
Mr Adam Nixon plans to join the Urey Mackenzie beathers on a voyage to Newmea aboard the Orauig, departing Sydney this Friday. The group includes J Neville of Albury visiting his sister, Mes CG TMirsel bers, and Mes 0) Mute heading Mosse MG Dhe showroom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adam Nixon
Urey Mackenzie Beathers
Newmea
Sydney
J. Neville
al Albury
Tmirsel Bers
Mosse MG Dhe
Kenzie and Sams Phy. Ltd
Horace Seanlon
Wakgett
Mark Lemon
Jude
Warialda
Frome Leeton
Taworth
F. A. Chaffey
Tuckhampton
Revelry at Memorial Hall Ball Features Floral Decor
A lively Wednesday night ball at Memorial Hall drew over 400 guests who enjoyed festive decorations, music by Cavanagh's orchestra, and a stylish supper. Guests included the Mayoress and many young attendees, with gowns ranging from blue velvet to satin and silk. The event raised funds through a large volunteer effort and showcased lavish flower arrangements from Mrs. Adam Nixon's garden.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Memorial Hall
Adam Nixon
Oakhampton
Cavanagh
Moree
Jack Cavanagh
G. Allen
Tucke
IK. Newton
Stewart
A. Bates
C. Z. Byrnes
M.C
Messrs
C. TR. Wilson
Col. Byrnes
C. Podmore
S. Moore
Yres
Mel Mungo Park
Edgar Nixon
VJ. Byrnes
Bruce Byrnes
Messrs. N. Hayne
A. Doring
W. V. Roberts
R. Roberts
J. H. Audson
Jean
Adaine
J. C. T. Bowman
C. R. Wilson
M Stunt Park
CB. Dowe
GF. Grill
FL. Madson
Holy
GS. Moore
A. H. Nixon
G. Bowman
M. A. G. Brown
CG. J. Byres
R. RB. Dobbie
A. . Welly
New Homes on Railway Hill Adjusts Bank Vacancy
Report notes two new houses on Railway Hill and corrects names in the local notice. Mrs i Ben helt is listed, not Mr W Beret. Trovel Woodhouse of Bank of New South Wales staff received notice. Brent from Sydney head office will fill the vacancy at Minilla Bank.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Railway Hill
Ben.helt
Mr. W. Beret
Trovel Woodhouse
Bank of New South Wales
King and
George Street
Brent
Sydney
Minilla Bank
New Low Level Bridge Construction Plan Reported
A public need is said to be supplied by a low level bridge near the Najwoi River on the southern side of the town tending to West Manilla after years of contemplation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Najwoi
Manilla
Bridge proposal shifts to southern town side amid flood fears
A proposed eastern bridge to divert stock and avoid flood damage prompted Municipal and Shire Councils plus the PP Board to back the plan. Officers urged dropping the original site in favor of a southern location to avoid dampness, with earthworks let to McDonald and Miller Bros. Sites aim to withstand flood debris as contractors report a solid, high structure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tne
Shire Council
Iyorks
Anil Heenwoodwycre
McDonald
Messi
Miller Bros
Contracti
Mechanised Labor aids bridge erection in North Goats
The article details a mechanised approach to bridge construction funded by a grant boost from the Minister for Works, with local councils and the WAP board contributing. It highlights a concrete foundation, ironbark timber, and corbels, plus the use of mechanised lifting and transport to complete the bridge in six weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grouth
Conneils
St. Yim
Fox
J. Moses
Jackson Bridge Building Co
My. Alow
Jackson
Luveran
North Goat
New South Warles
Central Coast Tablelands District Exhibit Committee Meet
Delegates from Manilla to Wauchope and Armidale gather for the annual Central Coast and Tablelands Exhibit. Officers elected include President Richasilaou of Mundbrook, Vice Presidents Reeves and McGurow, and Treasurer Rolling of Armidale, with organizers Richardson and Reeves in charge. A report shows a debit balance and notes reduced exhibit funding due to weather.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Coast and Tablelands
Mittin Om Hase
Mr. Bicturescu
Myndbrool
Warble Lo ‘Bel
Taler
McGuhoy
Waleha
G. L. Reeves
Wulldinbuy
R. A. Abboth
Stroud
Barhes
Dunes
WW. J MacGutee
G. Thilips
Waleby
Clarlee Middle
J. J Mountain
Maineworth
W. H. Campbell
Micksvilly
RB Hollings
Armidale
G. Booth
Kempsey
Lloyd Phillips
Tamworth
Silith
Vauchope
ME Puck
Nison
Moore
Manilla
Be Phimmer
Tuves
Minilla
Manilla Seviultural Society
Jimaply
McGuifog Bhantedr
Nixon
Hig
Manilla Agricultural Society
Guill
Jie
el Forbes
Ma. Richasilaou
Rmundbrook
Messiyi
EH Reeves
Walluuba
Wy J
McGuirow
Becnetivy
My. i Plame
Tarew
Ro Rollings
Mess Richardson
Reeves
Qonsbail Rollins
Vablelanils
Taliter
Sctiowgs
W. Lye
Tam
Triennial Election of Directors Notice at Hospital
The notice states an election of five Directors for the Public Hospitals 037 to be held by postal ballot if more candidates are nominated than seats. Nominations close August 6 1938 at 6 pm at the address in Manila Street. If valid nominees exceed five, voting closes August 20 1938 at noon. C Wilshire is Returning Officer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manilla Street
Manilla
Palais Theatre Manilla Presents Western Era Shows
Saturday and Monday William Powell and Louise Bail er star in The Emperor's Candle Sticks at Palais Theatre Manilla Also Pal O'Brien and George Brent in Submarine Show Boat and William Boyd with George Hayes in another bill A charity appeal for wool donations and prizes noted by chairman Nixon of Mubilla requesting strong Manille raw wool and Polwarth wool to support the show wool drive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iso Pal O'Brien
George Brent
Irene Duthie
Allan Tunesty
William Boyd
George Hayes
Nixon
Mubilla
Whyat
Griltog
Waleha
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Feasson
Stoddart & Hayward Pty. Ltd
P.O. Box
John D. Kennedy & Sons
Constant Coug
Simpson
Simpson’s
A.C. Veness & Son
H. A. Barraclough Ltd
Royal Hotel
A. W. Webster Stevens
MLO
Guern Sutherland
Cliftons
Taxation Department
O. O’brien
J. Park
Mavis Taylor
8_ Kelly
T.geddes
Rodgers
Mus Brooker
Jas
Brady
M. Kremer
BE. Wearne
Ty CG. Bowman
Dorothy Grantham
Isabel Hayne
Walkey
Somerton
Brooker
J. Kearns
Dinter
O'Naill
Zina Soliffe
A. J. Dyson
Doli MacDonald
Muriel Moore
N. MacDonald
J. Male
Doreen
Cuuge
Kathleen O'Sullivan
Pee Dee
Macleay
Mavis
E. Roberts
Gilbert Collins
Newcastle
Sneeshy
Joan McDonald
Miss Beresford
Bilis Coulton
P. O'Brien
Patricia Ferry
M. Edcox
Ollie Partridge
Riley
Jones
Jina ‘Youung
gioJel
Rita Hall
Mary Marrs
Gladys O*tools
Muriel Baker
Mise Woorhouls
Joyea Ryan
Miss & McNainy
Vo McDonald
Tess Kirk
Mos
Ghys
Mies
O'Neill
Betty Sisson
Tallword
Miller
Pittman
Wlaelke
Marvelle Chapman
Gunnedah
Flying Fox
Edyn Nixon
Lough
Jite Syaney
Melbourne
Daeius
Pdance
Muescay
Queen
Norths
San Francisco
Retui
Java
de Palais
J.T. Robernson & CO
Women's Hospital Auxiliary
Soldiers? Club
Pan, Park
Hon
Spencer
Bowman
May
H Baker & CO
R. Stanton
Allis Chalners
Harden & Johnstone
Sydney Dodge
Manilla District Hospital
Palais Theatre
William Powell
Louise Bailer
Emperior
Hopalong Rides
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