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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 14, 1930
Page
2
A terse clothing notice showcases brown beige blue red and green tweed overchecks offered in small, neat yardage bundles 3/6 4/6 5/11 7/11 8/11 yards suitable for tailoring projects and fashion enthusiasts.
The Prime Minister proposes a prohibitive tariff to balance trade, grading imports by luxury and imposing heavy duties on vehicles and luxury goods. He aims to fund a super tax on incomes to finance production while critics warn of unemployment, farm value collapse, and a slide in property values across Australia.
The president denounced the improper cutting of rural telephone lines during drought relief efforts. He cited cases where lines were disconnected without warning for up to a fortnight, jeopardizing stock preservation and farm business. He urged an inquiry and vowed to press the issue despite pressure to drop it.
President W. Halloran says a federal guarantee prompts a Condoblin farmer to plant an extra ten thousand acres of wheat this year. The decision reflects government support encouraging increased crop output and regional farming plans.
Banking authorities state wool has reached bed rock and any shift must be in the form of an advance. A bicycle accident story notes how a boy can break an arm from a fall. Personal news: Rev W C Francis DCM and Mrs Francis return to Manilla. he is reassigned to Mayfield Newcastle and departs in about four weeks. The Francis couple are beloved in Manilla for their service and character.
Entertainment group led by Mr Bishop plans a Saturday show at the Palai Theatre Manila on March 15. Bright cast includes an enthusiastic golf minded boss and members who all play tennis. Box office reports strong advance sales and urges patrons to book now to avoid disappointment.
The notice lists religious services across towns including Manilla and Halls Creek with times such as 7 0 a m and 7 30 p m. It mentions Evensong sermons by Rev T Hunter Barratt and Rev G A Gordon and parochial council meetings.
Mr J E Simpson has opened an apparently new premises with a glass front joining the adjoining shop. The interior features glass counters and updated shelving, creating a bright modern look. Latent news reports Phil Wirth, known for fishing, presented a 33 lb cod to a hospital in Wagga from the Murrumbidgee.
Officials indicate no new railways will be started for two years, creating a window for private enterprise to compete. The government appears ready to let private operators seek opportunities and invest without immediate public sector expansion.
It is reported that the Northern Collieries Association will advertise for miners at the rate agreed upon at the November conference nine pence per ton reduction and should Unionists not respond the mines will be manned with free labor.
The Federal Parliament resumed sessions on Wednesday with Mr. Scullin delivering a statement on the financial position. He noted that over the last six financial years imports exceeded exports by 73 million pounds, and an adverse balance of 16 million pounds worsened the first half of the current year.
Mr Reid member for Manly votes against the third reading of the Transport Bill and, after a sharp rebuke from the Government Whip, uses a crude insult aimed at a CP member. He mocks rivals saying they have no trams or buses and only pigs jo and buck rabbits. Rain is forecast for eastern New South Wales.
A lengthy list records numerous bidders and consignments including merino ewes and lambs, xbred lambs, and mixed sheep. Notable lots include 4000 merino ewes, 3800 merino lambs, 2000 merino lambs, and multiple xbred lamb sales with various owners and estates across several consignors. The tally highlights broad holdings from Mrs L Boland to Carmaerthan Estate and J J Bourke.
A Federal push urges Australia to halt overseas luxury purchases to balance exports and imports. No official reply yet, amid rumors of government steps to curb such buys. A local meteorologist forecasts soaking rains from the 15th to 20th, then clearing showers, noting unwavering confidence.
A crowd of 3000 watched Hagen and Kirkwood oppose Poppleweil and Spence on Kensington links Tuesday. Poppleweil and Spence won five up with three to play. Hagen was badly handicapped by a burned thumb from a box of matches.
The Vacuum Oil Co Pty Ltd announces a Perfection Oil Cook Stove demonstration at Dengates Manilla on the 21st and 22nd of this month. Housewives may view the latest Perfection Cooking method and see the improvements from using Laurel Kerosene.
Mackenzie and Son Ltd advertise an excursion from Manilla to Sydney and intermediate stations with single fare round trip options. Tickets issued for up to 300 miles usable for return within one calendar month, over 300 miles within 42 days. Coupons attached and redeemable only within validity periods at named stations.
Picture Land presents Sax Rohmer's Mysterious Dr Fu Manchu with a villainous star turn and Hoot Gibson in The Lariat Kid as support. Ann Christy aids the plot as intrigue and action unfold with comic respite and a night to cheer the action.
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