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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 02, 1933
Page
2
Special price for thes shaden only. Velux Rose Peacock bine Baubura Rose Pic Mauve Cyelemen Violet Salmon Helio Velour Shades of brown awa Vieux Rowe 9/11 yard Shin Teddy Bear Cloth Shades Ixe Viuex Rowe 9/14 yard Shin Fur Fabric Black Beige brown/fawn 12/11 yd.
An old newspaper notice invites early inspection of woolen fabrics offered at far below cost. The ad promises lengths suitable for skirts, frocks, and children's wear, urging prompt attention to take advantage of the unusually low prices.
Paramount offers all wool cashmere suits in a range of shades and sizes. Weekend sale includes a two for one pairing deal and a broad selection for men and women.
Mandowa Shire Council weighs a proposal by Mr. G L Weight to plant an avenue of trees along the main road into Manila. Public officials and the Tamworth Inspectorate back the plan, Peel Shire offers £80, and debate centers on site selection, tree types, and protection measures as the council votes to support planting from Tamworth to the town approach.
Te Viek Mania reports that Sir Charles Kingsford Smith plans a partial Northern Rivers and North Western Districts tour in New South Wales this year. He will not tour Australia fully due to England trip in July, aiming to bind the Southern Crows to the Old Country with passenger service. The six week plan includes England leg and return, visiting Likmore, Casino, Tenterfield, Cooma, Gunnedah, Walcha, and Barraba.
John Ball Vernon aged 40 died after a brief illness at Appleby House Appleby. He was the eldest son of the late Arthur Vernon and Myra Vernon born in Lumkintyre Maitland district. He served with the 56th Battalion AIF in WWI, fought at Villers-Bretonneux, returned to England before air raid, then farmed at Appleby House. He married Mary Marion Macauley and is survived by a wife a daughter five and siblings Morie and Vernon in West Tamworth and other relatives. Large funeral with ex soldiers and Union Jack wreaths.
Local residents recall past sightings of a solitary animal along the Namoi River banks at West Manilla. On a relief meeting night, a large creature was calmly stroked by Dr. M. Parc on the footpath in front of the Post Office, drawing curious attention from attendees.
Good progress is reported by Mewiy Davin Bros on the bridge concreting contract. They expect to resume concreting by Wednesday and estimate that two thirds of the work will be complete by the following Saturday.
Public holiday on Monday June 5 requires changes for the June 6 issue. Clients must submit all advertisement changes by 10 am Friday June 3 to the office.
Rev. Pather John Parker collapsed during a Sunday evening toy devotion at St. Mare's Church in East Orange. He was taken to a private hospital where he died soon after admission, authorities said.
Tenders for silos at North lowed on Monday failed to yield a winner with Davis Bros of Manilla among bidders. Plans target Manilla and Gunhedah silos first with 150000 bushel capacity, aiming to be usable for the wheat season. A West Tamworth silo is also planned in the Bret hateh. An unrelated note reports a motor crash causing minor fence damage, while Crawford and Miss Scriveny win the French mixed doubles championship after a strong display of talent.
The Manilla Council honored Mr. Botham with a formal address and life membership, praising his role in delivering a water scheme and a public swimming pool at a substantial cost saving. Colleagues lauded his efficiency, courtesy, and public spirit as relief work and pool facilities benefit the town.
Fragmentary OCR notes list social events and gatherings around Wongo and Manilla with times such as 3 30 p m 7 30 pm and 780 pm. Mentions include Spence preacher at Wonge Creek and Rev A Batra with references to hall venues and host towns Manilla and Wem. Details are incomplete but indicate a schedule of community events and balls in the area.
GENTS 6/-. SADLER 4/. Beate may be booked for 6d at C N Bott's.
Report from Manilla notes a controversial referee failure before a Tamworth match with Manilla protests dismissed for insufficient evidence. Manilla gains match experience as Easts and Tamworth plan emergencies and local players are assigned to West Saturday fixtures. Attending Sofis trophy visitors were defeated 11 to nil.
In the Mackenzie cup first round, Church of England beat Presbyterian B 44 to 4, Rushes Creek won over Presbyterian A 59 to 51, New Mexico A defeated New Mexico B, Methodist beat Roman Catholic by forfeit, Corella received the bar. Standings list Church of England 18, Rushes Creek 14, New Mexico A 12, Presbyterian A 12, Presbyterian B 10, Corella 8, Methodist 6, New Mexico B 4, Roman Catholic 4. Wednesday results: Church of England over Roman Catholic A 43 to 32, Presbyterian over Method ist 57 to 42, Adies over Homan Catholic B 59 to 58. Team positions: Presbyterian 48, Methods 12, Church of England 11, Roman Catholic A 7, Roman Catholic B 3, Adies 2. A brief summary notes tribute to late Rev. Pearson and committee changes in Manilla District Tennis Association.
Auction tomorrow at June 3 pm to sell furniture and effects. Saddles and bridles to be offered. Items listed include a saddle and bridle among the articles. Readiness for bidders at the sale venue.
Nominations arrive by good numbers for the Manilla tournament starting Saturday with teams from Tamworth and Werris Creek. Local champion Key Chapman in fine form to lead Manilla's Maunder Cup team G C Butterfield chairs Land Board meeting with road purchase and lease adjustments discussed.
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