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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 09, 1926
Page
2
A brief newspaper item from Manilla announces an ongoing weekly feature designed to inform the public. The notice states the intention to provide regular updates and guidance, inviting reader engagement and attention.
A political firestorm grips Parliament as F J Bryant, long associated with Labor, accuses ministers and leaders of graft and coercion to force him to break his pledge. He details threats, bribes, and torturous pressure while reaffirming his 40 year loyalty and calling the party rotten.
Mechanics' Institute hosts a continental style event organized by the Parents and Citizens Association with PL association president Mortis chairing. stalls include school concert, pictures, refreshments, confetti, dancing, and weighty sheep donation. gates open 1 pm, children's concert at 7 pm, Memorial Halls, promising a unique, lively night with an orchestra and varied stalls drawing a large crowd.
Mr Quick, postmaster at Mandowa, leaves amid well wishes and a leather traveling bar gift from Upper Nomes residents. Local officials and mail staff thank him for diligent service and hope for future promotion.
A fragmented passage suggests a demand for an honest inquiry led by the court and the governor. It references a prerogative and scrutiny of actions. The wording implies political tension and calls for oversight at high levels.
The youth defeated the veterans by two runs in a tight season game watched by many, with both sides evenly matched. Sandy Odgers missed play, while Mitchell and McDonald starred for the youth, and Rodgers kept the veterans hopeful before a late collapse.
The Chief Commissioner for Railways Mr Fraser and assistants will inspect Manilla on Wednesday March 17. The commissioner's train arrives at 2 pm and leaves at 2.20 pm for Barraba, returning at 6 pm and staying the night at Manilla station.
Mr Wheeler of the Rare Industries Board writes that a severe dengue fever attack forces him to rearrange his itinerary and he will be unable to visit Manila until the 16th 17th and 18th inst. His illness postpones planned meetings with local farmers and officials.
A Parliamentary Investigation Committee has been appointed to examine the Commonwealth electoral system. Mr V C Thompson, MAB, is a member of the Committee. Also notes Glenbarra Road Deviation with Macdown Shire calling tenders for a deviation on the Glenbarra Dunmore road opposite Lowrie.
The Roya Show opens in Sydney on March 29. In the wheat silos there are 57 exhibitions and 204 entries, a record in contrast to last year when 36 exhibitors produced 100 entries.
An outbreak of typhoid has struck Goulburn jail with one prisoner dead and twelve others prostrated. The deceased was convicted at Grafton 13 years ago for murder to a life sentence. Personal congratulations go to Mr W. T Langworthy Sen who turns 85 today. Also reported is the death of Mr W H Pritchard, a well known Gun Nedah resident.
Mr P J Migney, praised as rescuer of New Mexico iSchool, will take long leave this week. Mr D Dudgeon of Nowra Hill will fill his position. The voyage of the Otanuto from Sydney to England on Wednesday carried a full complement of passengers whose fares total about £90,000.
The article cites a water shortage at Sutherland with rising costs per 100 gallons and notes criticism of tariff relief for agricultural machinery. It mentions Fire Chief Hughes mocking the proposal and a hardline plan by Police Commissioner Mitchell to boost public safety on roads.
After eight months of conflict with Premier Lang, adjournment occurs amid criticism that no progress was made. The government passed the 44 Howe bill and approved salary increases for ministers. Critics warn taxpayers will bear the burden, including ministerial trips to England funded by the state.
An English girl appeals to Sydney voters offering to marry a farmer if he can become Lord Mayor. The note frames a social problem about women balancing career and marriage amid local politics. References to fortunes won by racing figures and Eden Monaro election results appear alongside discussion of modern womanhood.
An eye witness recounts events at a house on the Nawai River property of Mr and Mrs Xsan and Mr Bert Geddes. Months ago a brown snake appeared above the house, vanished, and was forgotten. A missing stocking later resurfaced, then a snake appeared again and was killed with a stick. The body was opened, a missing stocking found in its coils, and the item was in good condition aside from slight discoloration. The writer suspects the creature was Australian.
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