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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 09, 1925
Page
2
Fragmented vote totals show Labor leading 46 to 44 with uncertainty fading. Results detail candidate tallies for Abbott Chattey Mawhins Lovein McLachlan and Wearne among others, as party and independent lines shift post election.
The Manilla District Cricket Union season shows top batting form by Youn Chugh of Ens Fant with an impressive 167 average and notable bowling by England's White Charek who took 2 wickets for 61 runs. The competition ends with Manila beating Church of Fuel for the title as candidates discuss platform pledges and upcoming sales.
A 현 collection of short notes mentions Mr A T Watts of Turant and Mr Watts of Keopit Meinp visiting Manila, the Waugh brothers from Inverell visiting, and Sir Mr E Giryep of Tamworth now in Tamworth District Hospital. Dr B L Nash MLC of Masquarie Street dies at Sealey Hospital aged 69 after recent illness, and Mr Thomas Adams aged 102 of Cowra remains active. Parramatta and Newcastle districts discussed as outside city limits. local officials express pride in their roles.
Local golfers from Manilla and Gunnedah contest in a series of 18 holes matches with draws and wins. A Sydney wedding broadcast from Palmer Street Presbyter ian church featured new PM L Mr R A May as defendants faced court action over appearance. Mixed foursomes and capstone results show Manilla dominance in several pairings and a lively day of sport and society in late May.
A local report describes a giant brown moth captured by observers at Wallanzarra, nearly as large as a bat with red markings and long fluffy wings. The creature was found resting on a pont, prompting assistance and verification by Ty, while nearby notes mention unrelated civic holiday plans and an American fleet retirement scheduled for Sunday.
A public safety item describes a cleanup at Railes Park near Wan wel t om after a storm. The notice lists organizers Gratien and Bowron and states the event will take place on Saturday with amnesty for participants.
A community tennis gathering at a local park will feature refreshments after matches. Organizers name Mr. and Mrs. Tadieg from Tally Creek as key participants in the event.
A garbled excerpt hints at a confrontation between a hero and villain during a production on Wednesday. The plot involves a wounded hero and a desperate journey, with the father figure watching from the grip of danger.
A Friday evening meeting in the council chambers discussed revoking the Wednesday half holiday. Shopkeepers voted to revert, with conditions including no late shopping night, updated delivery times, and a committee to oversee enforcement. Assistant agreed to support the plan with safeguards for workers.
Micy plans to reciprocate and prioritize early shopping whenever feasible so that the routine hours match the actual store closing time. This approach seeks consistency between expected and real operating hours, benefiting customers seeking timely service.
The Manchester Unity Order of Odd Fellows plans to move its annual conference to alternate central locations to promote decentralisation. The New South Wales Labor government association approved a plan to hold every third conference in widely spread centers. Further arrangements were announced for Sap Tener and Wellington to host future events.
After a Saturday race meeting the balance proceeds were to be split evenly between the War Memorial and the hospital committee. The decision divided about £70 remains to be allocated as of January.
A Saturday shed sale on the Prestateria Burh venue drew strong turnout and steady demand. Participants report excellent results with robust bidding and favorable prices for available goods.
The report lists eliminated candidate Laird and transfers from his second preferences. Abbott leads with 80, Chattey 4, Hagan 1, Hawkins 9, McLachlan 92, Wearne 25, Levein 13. Laird under McLachlan dominated, transfers go to Abbott 87, Chatty Mage 0, Hawkins 16, Levein 10, Wearne 34.
A decipherable fragment reports a games day event at Manilla on Saturday with mentions of the Returned Soldiers' League and a team named Minugen Ist wrarke. The note references AIL lucks and a trail action but details are unclear.
The Shires gathered in Sydney to examine the Main Roads Act and the NSW developmental roads funding. The NSW lack of funding is called the act’s outstanding defect, while Victorian system progress is praised and awaits future financial provisions. President El Haywood of Mandewa Shire chairs via Manilla representative.
The Parochial Council discusses completing the church fence and gates with Stoddart donating timber and wire netting. A May trip to Armidale seeks permission to mortgage the Vicarage and grounds for 2000 pounds to build a Parish Hall at Manilla, with donations to be listed in the next Our Work.
The Boy Scout movement remains strong in Manila with recruits joining weekly. Camp Chief MeMister organized a Seamt week and led Scouts to Wembley and six other countries, with an Austration Bee displayed in the Masonic Hall. Admission is free and a collection will defray expenses. NSW defeated Queensland 27 to 18 in Rugby League before 49,000 spectators at Sydney Cricket Ground, with Wearing scoring 21 points.
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