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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 09, 1933
Page
2
Quality that Satisfies 36in SUPER FLANNEL offered in many colours for middy coats frocks and children's wear at 3/11 yard 3¢in HOPNSAC FLANNEL warm for sports coats in multiple shades at 4/3 yard PARAMOUNT ALL WOOL HOSE available in rose taupe black oak dust and brazellian sizes 9 9 and 10 at 2/11 pair
Mr P F Warner warns of civil war like tensions between Australia and England over the bodgling bowling squabble. He urges goodwill and fair play to restore sportsmanship that once defined the Ashes, lamenting brutal tactics by the last English team and calling for cricket played as a noble contest between worthy foes. The bridge will be open for traffic on Saturday.
The Arbor Day plan stresses child adult school and council unity to beautify Manilla district. It details a poolside planting program on the southern river bank, requests public landscape plans, and sets a June 30 1933 deadline for submissions to Mr G H Wright the organizer.
At Melbourne wool anles values advanced from 15 to 20 percent, signaling a firmer market. Buyers and sellers noted the shift as prices strengthened across the lot.
The editor argues marketing is faulty and out of date. He cites auction sales in Brisbane and Victorian Brewers as efficient models enabling bulk inspection and purchases. He analyzes BAT buying patterns in Tamworth and Manilla, notes a shift to light and medium tobaccos due to high duties, and urges a central selling depot or auctions to draw buyers early and promote Australian leaf. He favors central auctions and domestic firm patronage.
The Manilla society elected C. R. Maunder as President with The Mayor as Patron and N Scott G R Maunder as vice presidents. A credit balance of £6 14s 1d was reported, about £50 raised for the Ashley Blevin Benefit. Free membership for the coming year was approved for financial members. Rehearsals planned soon to stage a new production with alterations to the stage discussed. Mr and Mrs Scott to produce again, inviting new members.
Results from Mackenzie Cup show Corella over Roman Catholic 50 to 46 and Presbyterian B beating Presbyterian A 66 to 44. Rushes Creek toppled New Mexico A by 21, Methodist beat New Mexico B 51 to 47, Church of England had a bye. Wednesday results: R Catholic A 70 over R Catholic B 48, Presbyterian over Church of England 50 to 37, Methodist over Adies 64 to 42. A Tuesday meeting decided to continue Men’s Sunday mornings, with six teams of four entering and games on alternate Sundays starting next week.
Sir Charles Kingsford Smith plans to land the Southern Cross at Mr A Baldwin’s paddock Manilla on Monday June 26 arriving 9 30 am and departing 12 30. Public urged to keep clear of propellers and arrive early for hopeful passenger flights. Itinerary lists towns and dates from Glen Innes to Manilla. Also reports of coastal floods from Port Macquarie to Kempsey with extensive inundation and travel difficulties.
Rates may be paid before June 15 without incuring interest penalties as notified in advertising columns.
This report outlines Sundays match between Twilla and Werris Greek in the Northern Football Coalition. It lists lineups with Kennedy and Lane wings Smith and White centers Green and Moffat halves Hartley Baker Jaerer Pearson S. Smith Dobson forwards and reserves Marsh Anthony. White and RB Smith in good form. Coach Green near top form after illness. Also notes talks of forming a second grade competition in Manilla and upcoming local meeting at Veness and Sons shop. Bingara visits Manilla for Sofis Cup defense.
A list of church service times across Manilla, Upper Manilla, Barraba, and nearby towns. Services include Holy Communion, evensong, and afternoon prayers with multiple clergy listed, such as Rev R Grayson, Rev R Heywood, and Rev A Battersby.
Tenders for the construction of a wheat silo at Manilla to Gunnedah are not expected to be finalised until June 19. The government is conducting exhaustive inquiries into both contract and day labor systems of construction. The matter, though considered by Cabinet, has been referred back to the department for further inquiry.
A Special General Meeting will be held in Wongo Creek Hall on Tuesday June 13 to assist KR C. Ball funds Bridges orchestra. Tickets cost 3 shillings available from L Brady or Mahiser. A second football meeting for all footballers is set for Marsh and Blevin's shop at 7 30 pm tonight to discuss conducting a second football.
A community event titled Monster Euchre Party and Old Time Dance offers 10 big prizes. The event is arranged by the Methodist Ladies and organized by Vida M. Grayson. It is hosted in Manilla by the C.W.A Younger club under municipal auspices and invites local residents to attend on Tuesday at 7.00.
Notice given under Section 158 of the L. G. Act 1919. Interest at the rate in arrears on overdue rates. Mapes veteran man W. Fil delayed. Council Chambers Strafford Street Manilla 7/6/1933 Town Clerk W. Filsell
Notice states a Valuation Court will meet in the Court House Manilla on Tuesday June 20 1933 at 10 am to hear objections to valuations for W Piesble Town Clerk and Coates Shire Clerk. Also probate proceedings in the will of William Hall late of Manilla NSW. June 8 Hospital Ball and local social events listed. local officials report Ald E C T Bowman ill and Mrs Harry Burrell improving.
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