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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 17, 1930
Page
2
Vintage advertisement lists dark grey Liverpool blankets in 81 by 63 inch and double bed sizes with marked reductions from usual prices. White Liverpool blankets measure 54 inches and three quarter red white variants offered at bargain rates. Large quantity reductions emphasize clearance of 62/6 quality double red white blankets and similar items.
A critical piece argues against sensational speed records from Sydney to Melbourne and water craft runs. It condemns tragic crashes outside Gunning and warns such feats foster emulation and danger. The author urges focus on legitimate transit and links to a hospital scheme, noting a Davia Cun final where Willard beat Gaslini 64 6.5, 6.2.
At its last meeting the association passed several desires for the general conference of delegates. Proposals include forcing Railway Commissioners to accept transit risks, greater government supervision of grave imports, more generous treatment for country telephone subscribers outside the mile radius, and amending the Land Act to provide for fences for large stock.
The piece honors the late Harvey West and others who died in aviation and railway incidents, praising courage and national pride. It also notes May meetings of the Farmers and Settlers Association pushing for benzine restriction discussions with Hon. F. A. Chaffey, and reports rainfall and regional wet-weather figures across Manilla district, New Mexico, Wonga, and nearby towns with several locations recording rainfall amounts.
Orting Hien Manilla Footballers advance after a first round with a single defeat. North Tamworth fell to Werris Creek 4 to 3 while Noodle lost 13 to 6 to East. Kangaroos beat Rent of Australian 9 to A in Rugby League. Alan Kennedy scored two tries in the inter University match. The German Schilling defeated American Sharkey in a boxing world title bout. Australia was defeated by Italy in the Davis Cup. Flap man and Crawford each lost singles but won the doubles.
Mr Wilson presents a free demonstration on dress fitting and design in the Memorial Hall. Ladies may bring their own material to be fitted and stitched. Indies invite join the club and support the hospital.
The Minister for Lands outlines a plan for Manilla to create new sale yards by surrendering part of Special Lease 19750 Tamworth and revoking about 20 acres of Temporary Common. The Manilla Council must pay survey costs of £4 8 0 and £4 15 0, fence the areas using timber from the Common, and have the Pastures Protection Board oversee the change. The proposal awaits Pastures Protection Board action and a Special Lease application for Sale Yards.
Tamworth residents present Midnight Revels to a Manila audience at the Palais. Moensin K and M Shaw train performers. an expert ballet adds appeal. The second act features Married Bakers by a clever amateur band. Proceeds go to Tamworth Hospital.
The District Coroner ruled two men, Frank Rews Mitchell and Harvey West, died from injuries after a plane crashed into Dennison Street Tamworth on May 21. The inquiry noted the aircraft appeared out of control and that aeronauts often flew over the town below the safe height.
The Main Roads Board says northern Manilla road material is superior to the southern section. A conference between the Shire Council and Board engineers is proposed to decide on using northern material for the southern main road. Northern supply is limited with some fair material on Greenhatches Creek. The Maitland district reports falling floods.
England hold a 363 run lead as Australia struggle with weather. Key scorers include Sutcliffe and Hobbs with Leicester, Grimmett dominating for Australia as nine Australian batsmen remain not out at stumps. Final totals show Australia at 60 for one as the weather dictates the outcome.
The lecture by Rev Barlow to Manius delegates stressed that Sunday School should mirror Divine Worship for children. He urged careful teaching methods, noted the impact of teachers on a child’s faith, and demonstrated expressive techniques like drawing and modelling to fix impressions.
England second innings see Sutcliffe retired hurt and Kendrew, Richardson, and Woolley among batsmen as Grimmett dominates with five wickets. Australia second innings includes Wondful Chapman and Bradman not out as Ponsford also scores. Fixture shows Royal Cup handicap rounds and associate players travel to Barrabu on Thursday with travel details.
A mysterious knight of whom no face is seen but whose chivalrous deeds are known to many, stirring hatred from some. The tale hints he also took a humbler role, with a lady in the cane. Support from The Time, The Place, and The Girl and among the three things right to be lively. Mr. B. OG Forster visits family.
Two sporting bodies stepped forward to aid Mi District Hospital in financial distress. The Manila Football League donated £5 from its funds and the Manila Baffle Club contributed 3/3/08 from club funds to support the hospital.
An Allendale mountain home of Mr. R. G. Shaman burned with contents. Mr Chapman and others slept through the blaze until early morning when the father woke to crackling noises and found the house rapidly consuming the kitchen and spreading. The blaze left most of the structure and belongings destroyed.
Full attendance by Councillors at the Isut meeting of Mandowa Shire Council. President Dr F E Heywood presided. Department of Local Government notified the council Cape Tulip is noxious for landowners to manage. Reports adopted. Red Cross meeting scheduled for Thursday at Council Chambers 3 30 pm. Mrs H Cameron Hon. Bes. Victoria Talking Machines advertised with demonstrations in Memori Hall June 19 at 3 pm. Family notices, advertising from Palings Sydney for pianos, records, and cough cure offers included.
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