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Newspaper

Manilla Express

Location

Manilla, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Mar 16, 1937

Page

2

Darwin Cyclone Passes Through Australia Causing Floods

A cyclone struck Darwin and tracked through Queensland into New South Wales causing extensive damage. It brought heavy rain, particularly in the Namoi and Manilla districts, with record rainfall readings and widespread flooding. Farmers welcome the moisture as land soaks, ploughing advances, and early sowing appears likely after the storm.

Manilla Upper Namoi Keépit New Mexico Upper Manilla Baldwin Narara Halls ‘OveleIe Hendvale Wango Creek Klein Namoj Ishopper Mnisaxice

Remarkable Cock of the Walk match in bowling club

Swain defeats McLeod 21 to 19 in a keen match for The Cock of the Walk as observers praise new members and expect upcoming contests. Swain also beats treasurer Podmore. Blanch prepares the greens and a Tamworth team joins the Waster Tournament setup ahead of club openings.

A. R. McLeod S. W. Swain Swain Melieod City Greens C. M.podmore A. C. Blanch Manilla Tamworth

Record Rifle Meeting Prize Funds Set for Sydney Event

The NSW National Rifle Association plans a prize meeting in Sydney next February with total prize money exceeding £10,421. First prize is £500, second £200, third £100. The event aims to set a world record for prize money and organization, featuring matches with names of international importance including Kings Canberra Sydney Melbourne Perth Adelaide Brisbane Hobbs and Manila. Easter holiday arrangements: March 24 half day, March 25 open, March 26 27 29 closed, March 30 business as usual. Mr Levy instructor Tarworth included in his area and will remain at Gunnedah.

Sydney Newcastle Tamworth Bartaba N.S.W. National Rifle Association King’s Bisley the Kings Canberra Nstal Levy Gunnedah

Manilla cricketers test new turf amid rain and praise

Manilla cricketers tried the Tamworth turf on Sunday as light rain began during the match and persisted to stumps at 5.30 pm. Kennedy led Manilla with 40, while Tamworth’s Black and Thompson impressed in fielding and bowling. Tamworth won the Namai Park clash and Dick’s Team defeated Namai Park.

Tamyworth Manilla Seaon- the -Turf Kennedy Seavers Namai Park

Wedding of Dulcie Munson in Manila Holy Trinity

A tailored ivory Matin wedding gown with plaited girdle and spray flowers was worn by Dulcie Munson at Holy Trinity Manila. The bride, the youngest Munson sister, wore a suede crepe frock for the reception with a matching head dress and frangipani. The groom was attended by his brother Hilary. The ceremony, officiated by Reverend Battersby, was followed by a reception at the Parish Hall and a honeymoon along the North Coast assisted by Miss Rose Bayar on organ.

Dulcie Munson Trinity Ci Manilla Manilla Munson Windiola Hilary Goote Hilary Rose

St Patrick Social Promises Big Night In March

A St Patrick's Social is planned for Wednesday likely March 17 with Leo O Neill organizing a bright program of dancing and games. The Memorial Ball is set for tomorrow night and players are urged to arrive early while the floor is expected to be in excellent condition. Ray Doohan offers a three month guarantee on re strings for rackets.

ST Patrick’s St. Patrick’s Leo Neil Ray Doohan

Cricket Fixtures Round Two Draw Revealed

The knockout second round fixtures list Somerson y Bervice on Ha Sand Public f wicket at Man Waratahs v Gatthowen on No 2 Oval Manilla Easter Saturday and Monday see Town v County and Town v Country matches. Club Secretaries must send available players to the Association Secretary soon. The turf wicket is excellent and Mr J Brady is praised for preparing it.

Somerson- Y Bervice- On Sand Public Waratahs Manilla Town County J. Brady

Waterford Named in Quirindi Board Controversy

Plain speaking voices astonished that Government nominees omit Mr Waterford from the new Quirindi Hospital Board list. He has served 20 years as a committee member and honorary treasurer, fought to save the Board after a disaster, and now seeks election despite the Hospitals Commission’s snub. The public may demand a fair, accountable process free from sinister influence.

Quirindi W.E. ‘Waterford Waterford Ottonly Uate Emouth Waterfe

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