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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 28, 1929
Page
2
This week in the showroom we offer special bargains across ladies wear and accessories. Ladies long sleeves and vests in all wool reduced from 7/11 and 4/11 respectively, short sleeve ribbed vests from 5/6 to 3/11, fleecy lined bloomers 2/6 to 3/3 a pair, flannelette nightdresses 3/6, seasonable frocks in flannel and rep up to 5/5 now 30, felt hats 12/6, hosiery specials reissued with sale prices, and knitting wools 6d-9d skeins at 3d each.
The author warns that chasing efficiency at the expense of morality erodes national character. Citing Germany and Carlyle, the piece argues that a nation cannot prosper materially without preserving the moral core. It calls for moral scrutiny from primary school onward to keep culture from ruin.
A large turnout of local and inter district buyers attended the Manilla sheep sale on June 25 at W. J. Byrnes. Prices were lower but competition strong with many lots sold, including 745 Merino lambs and 366 Merino ewes. Ironbark Pastoral Co. Ltd and several buyers accounted for trades. The next special sale is set for July with entries open.
Methodist Manilla holds services at 11 a.m. and 7.30 p.m led by Mr Q Bren ton and Rev W Francis. Uy Manilla 3 p.m service by Mr Bingham. New Mexico 3.30 p.m or 4 Halls Creek 1 a.m Rev Francis. Attunga 3 p.m Rev W Francis. Manilla Holy Eucharist 7.50 a.m. Choral Evensong 7.30 p.m. The Metropolis sermon theme is Metal is the machine man. Angola Creek Holy Eucharist 11 a.m. Parochial Council meeting 7.30 p.m. Monday. Women's Guild Wednesday p.m. The Vicar's Sunday evening sermon on Thea Von Harbou's Metropolis. Rev T Hunter-Barratt.
The Municipal Council discussed a letter from Alderman Coates seeking permission to cut khaki and other weeds from street edges near his property. The motion to grant permission passed with a condition that inspector approval be obtained, while Alderman Wearne opposed private weed cutting and favored immediate municipal action. The amendment failed, and the motion was carried.
W J Byrnes reports sale by auction on Saturday the 22nd of this month of Geo Abberficl s suburban holding at West Manilla comprising 17 acres freehold with homestead and improvements. Buyer is Mr Gardner of Upper Manilla.
The bidding did not reach the trustees reserve on Saturday and the property is now offered for private sale. Interested parties may obtain full particulars from the sole agents V. J. Byrnes or Jack Brady & Sons.
All wool heather socks for men at Roberts Bros cash sale priced 1 5. Woollen gloves offered at 2 3. Local shop sale promotes warm winter wear with discount.
A reflection on Bramwell Booth’s aging death, his complex legacy as son to William Booth, and his role in reform efforts within the Salvation Army. It recounts his stance during the 1885 Old Bailey trial with W. T. Stead over Eliza Armstrong, the push for raising the age of consent, and his acquittal amid public scorn, highlighting his enduring commitment to militant faith and social reform.
The article promotes Rudolph Valentino as the beloved screen star in The Son of the Sheik with Vilma Banky, noting his immense popularity. It also mentions a second feature Dry Martini a rippling comedy and lists assorted bargains including white terry Toweling.
The First Kiss will be the first feature at the Mechanic's on Sa. An astonish uplift and thrilling scenes unfold in Jazz Mad with scenic splendor. A wealthy tanmenis overcoats advertised at Roberts.
The Municipal Council will hold a special meeting on Tuesday July 2 at 8 p.m. to consider the saleyards issue. The agenda centers on financing and location implications for local livestock trade. Citizens are invited to attend and participate in the discussion.
A local note: last night the mayor and a wife faced heat issues while ironing, hinting at power restrictions at night. A separate item promotes a Roberts Broad Cash Sale with prices cut for children’s black and tan lace shoes from 9/11 to 12/11, now 8/6 to 10/6.
Ohio University professor James Snook confessed to killing medical student Theora Hix whose battered body was found near Lovers Lane. He claimed both shared narcotics profits with Miss Hix, who became an addict and attacked him with a hammer during a struggle.
The speaker notes that valued opinions funded £6000 for the defendants legal expenses, praising Bramwell Booth as a fearless and blameless knight. He leaves with spurs, sword, and shield intact, and his escutcheon never to be reversed, having fought the good fight and not been worsted in honorable combat.
Alderman Wearne says Mr. Sly informed him a summons was authorized after a move of earth from the lane. The council viewed the incident as a technical breach, and Sly expressed regret, claiming rectification. The mayor advised delaying summons to assess legal costs if no action.
At a council meeting a circular from Parkes urged government cooperation to stabilise wheat prices. The discussion noted higher production costs than local sale price, risking farmers leaving the land. Alderman Adie opposed action citing overseas price regulation and no local fix would help, urging improved farming methods. the motion to act was carried against.
Full aldermen attendance marked the Tuesday council meeting. Alderman McLeod was excused at 9 p.m. to take the car to Tamworth. The Town Clerk and Inspector reports were adopted. The ad mentions Roberts Bros Cash Sale highlighting men's coats and sleepwear.
Aldermen debated street and hotel road access with concern over a rough surface and a steep grade. One member noted a damaged path near a house site with a hole and an exposed stump unfilled properly, risking accidents.
On receipt of Inspector's report the Council debated plans for Magn er & Sons premises fronting Rowan 81 subject to satisfactory paving and water works and compliance with acts on explosives and inflammable liquids. Also listed were ads for trousers and meat pies, a land board meeting at Manilla on July 23, and a local trotting club meeting on July 8 with promised turnout.
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