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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 09, 1915
Page
2
Stoddart and Co outlines a promotion route from enlisted to commissioned ranks by competitive examination. Those willing to devote time to study after enlistment can qualify before embarkation, initially as non commissioned officers and later as officers, with equal opportunities for all.
The statement warns of a decline in recruiting and stresses the need for reinforcements to sustain frontline units. It specifies training timelines, current shortfalls, monthly enlistment targets by state, and incentives for married men while outlining age, height, and dependency criteria.
The Hawarden school contributed funds toward the Belgian relief effort, totaling a sizable amount. Each pupil added a small weekly patriotic contribution over time to bolster the total.
Empire Day passed quietly as Winfald school collected £1 for distressed Belgians. Inspector Kennedy visited on May 20 and praised the children. Farming operations continue with scarce feed and cold weather noted. Organiser Mr Goghlen arrived in Manila to meet local secretary Mr Clive Wilehire. Mr Corblan plans to mobilize the Hitgara electorate as a staunch advocate of the straight-out new party.
Residents of Wonzo Cree aida plan a social at Corellia on June 3 to aid Belgian and Australian wounded soldiers. Tickets cost 3s for gentlemen and 2s for ladies. Supper will be provided by the ladies. a sixpence big night for a good sort is anticipated.
Mr K Briscombe receives a letter from Percy Hunter, joint secretary of the National Belgian Relief Fund of New South Wales, thanking MantWa for a 120 contribution and inviting wider organization support for Belgian Day.
Mr. Austin, a pig sheepowner from Bay district, moved 10 000 sheep to Breadalbane relief country after drought hit Kiandra. He says the animals lost about £1 per head by the time of trucking to Breadalbane and fears further losses as the sheep die in Breadalbane after heavy outlays.
The editor of Every Lady's Journal announces a war puzzle contest tied to a pronunciation guide. Thousands of faces fromTimes History of the War maps are used, with country names shown and pronunciation in brackets. Monthly pictures in June, with prizes up to £170 total. entry via a locally sold machine for sixpence.
A Tamworth Daily Observer item notes calls from North West NSW citizens for a possible separate state. The piece argues Sydney funded projects have left the north west underrepresented and urges cross-mountain solidarity to seek self-government for the region. It cites money spent on local works and railways, implying neglect of northern areas.
Mr. R. Platt-Austin, who helped start the first wartime hospital fund in Australasia and organized Sydney patriotic processions, is coming to town to interview the local Belgian fund committee.
A and & Association held its regular monthly gathering on Saturday with members including J. B. Fitzgerald president and J. R. Heywood among others. Correspondence noted subscription income, fee adjustments, and organizing work for Bingara. government and agricultural notices were discussed alongside local civic matters. Delegates were named for the annual conference and plans for a spring carnival to aid the Belgian Fund were adopted, replacing the farmers carnival. A request was made to expedite the Mexico School residence construction and a fruit expert demonstration was proposed for the Manilla district.
A Carnival Monday report notes observance of King’s Birthday holiday and an important Red Cross League meeting set for Thursday. Rue Victoria, owned by Connell Broc., wins the Brisbane Cup. Mr. Grantham opens a business on Court Street. Wirth Bros. Ltd. and citizens donate £150 to the Belgian fund in Sydney and pledge a percentage of takings during their forthcoming town visit.
An Inverell send off salutes ex mayor Harry Trenerry, praising him as a fine young citizen and athlete. Speakers urge duty to country, hope for courage at Gallipoli, and a safe return. Mayor presents pipes, Cricket Club offers a wristwatch, and Trenerry thanks friends while pledging to honor Inverell in the trenches.
Parents and residents attended a flag raising at Newry Park School to unveil a new Australian flagstaff funded by gifts. Rev F Walkden Brown spoke on the flag, with students reciting patriotic pieces and tributes to Mr Bowmen and others who financed and erected the display.
Commercial report dated June 5 notes wool in Brisbane weakened by gales with uncertainty in short stapled wools, while Sydney auctions resume Tuesday after a public holiday. Sheep prize weighty demand, lambs sold well, cattle yarded moderate, hides and tallow mixed with overall best rates for merino and crossbred, calfs limited by competition and late bids firming to late levels.
A combined team of senior and junior Country Party players defeated the town team 11 to nil on Saturday afternoon led by Oliver Hat. Key contributors included Byrnes G Pire Moffatt and H Boland who converted a try. Local standouts were James e smart Bailey Walkom Wright Gee and Swain with Behan Byrnes Hall and Fitzgerald delivering solid play in a well organized forward pack. Referee S C Wayland officiated capably.
June 13 services across denominations include Church of England and Presbyterian listings. Notable sessions feature Rev. T. J. Redhead at Manilla and Somerton, with 11 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. times, and Rev. F. Walden Brown in New Mexico. Additional Rev. Anderson and Rev. Walt den Brown conductings at Namoi River and Upper Manilla venues.
The second term begins on June with meetings at the Mechanical Institute at 2 and 7:30 p.m. fortnightly on Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m. Fees for the 13 week term are five shillings for seniors and two shillings for juniors per lesson per week. Full details from Mr J J Heemaford during class hours in Sydney.
Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Black express gratitude to Dr. Birch Matron and Nurse A for the care given to their son Willie during his stay at Mamilla District Hospital.
I C MacVicar from Cole Creek NSW lauds Hean's Essence cough mixture as the best remedy for chronic colds. The home made remedy offers instant relief for throat and chest complaints and is marketed at 2/-. Sold by stores or post free from G H Hean in Sydney.
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