Britain’s Pound Stands Firm as France’s Leader Praises Ally
Friday March 16 1008 reports a French Prime Minister’s praise of Britain as a friend of the friendless and its national honor. It notes Britain’s return to financial stability after leaving the gold standard and the pound’s rebound, amid speculators betting on sterling rather than trade. It warns of market alarm but asserts the government will manage the danger.
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Britain
Nhew
France
Uuiyee
London
Brisbane Bridge Franchise Rejected by City Council
Brisbane aldermen rejected a proposal granting Dorman Long Tol a 40 year toll bridge franchise from Kangaroo Point over the Brisbane River. The plan would have handed toll collection to the contractor and Crown ownership after four decades. Debates spanned the night, ending 10 to 7 against.
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Brisbanery Council
Dorman Long Tol
Sydney Bridge Contractors
Brisbaneiver
Kangaroo Point
Crown
Tahor
Rainfall Record Across Regions Heaviest At Cadmarthen
A day of overcast skies and showers gave way to steady rain at night with totals across local sites. Readings include 200 points at Wongo Creek Klorn, 210 at Rashes Creek, 180 at New Mexico, 168 at Namoi River, 127 at Cadmarthen, and 116 at Upper Manilla, aiding ploughing and refilling town water tanks.
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Upper Manilla
Cadmarthen
W. E. Kirk
Wongo Creek
Klorn
Rashes Creek
E.G. Ratliff
A. McDonald
Hall's Creek
Kennedy Firm Welcomes New Partnership In Manila Council
J D Kennedy and Son were welcomed after J D Kennedy joined his father in partnership and the firm became J D Kenney and Son. Ald Rochfort urged the council record congratulations and expressed best wishes for service to Manila and district. The mayor and Ald Coates and Ald J N Kennedy were praised. motion passed unanimously.
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J. Dj.” Finedy
J. N. Kennedy
Ald. Coates
Property transfers near Manilla and Temworth
The record lists multiple land transactions in the Manilla and Temworth areas. Transfers involve H Grieve and E L H Perrott for Freehold estates of 1575 acres and adjoining parcels along the Namoi River, plus a 2680 acre leasehold at Boring Valley on Duncan's Creek. Names include Mr W Woolfe, Mr J Bingle, Mr M J Brady, Mr G HoGrieve, and Mr C W Joliffe with connections to the Government Savings Bank and local parties.
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Manilla
W. Woolfe
Gap
H Grieve
E. L. H. Perrott
Risora
G.F
C.L
Namoi River
M. J. Brady
G. A.cra
Government Savings Bak
C. W. Joliffe
Duncan's Creek
Temworth
Secomnt
G. HoGrieve
Anglican Compline and Easter Services Schedule
A rundown of religious services with times for Compline Litany Matins and Address Easter Day Eucharist and sermons across multiple churches. Includes references to Rev T Honter Barratt Rev W E Dorin Rev E David Paar Rev R Grayson and Manilla Agricultural Society town show remarks by Ald J D Kennedy and Ald Coates.
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Bal Renker
Gomerton
T. Honter-Barratt
Gunnedah Show Shows Amid Rainy Day Competition
The Gunnedah Show proceeded despite heavy rain with a full programme of ring events. Local residents praised the organisation and exhibits, especially in the horse section, while sheep classes dominated by exhibitors F. F. McClung and P. V. Carter showcased Merino rams and ewes of various ages and wool qualities.
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Tweedie
Socity
Beveral Mian‘Ma
Gunnedah
J. Brady
F. F. McChang
P. V. Carter
F. F. MeChang
F. F. McClung
P. F. McClung
Ram
Lung
P.V. Carter
F. F. McQiang
Ram Lamb
Shorn
Mshorn
PF. McClung
Ewe Lamb
Thorn
Paseits
FP. McClung
Wales
FF. McClung
F. F. MeChune
FF. MeClung
Valedictory concert at St Joseph School for Father Cente
Very Rev Father Cente attended a valedictory concert by St. Joseph School pupils. Olga Reynolds presented a programme. notable items included a violin worn by Miss Jean Watts and "Danny Toy" with "Come Back to Erin" and "Gard Send You Back to Me" closing. Father Collender received a gift, and remarks touched Australia and Ireland. A boy named Paul Rochfort was injured in the morning.
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Father Cente
St. School
Olga Reynolds
St. Joseph
Misa Jean Watts
Danny Toy
Erin
Father Dighnam
Collender
Old Treland
Australia
Callender
Anmo Ball Dates Set for Manilla Anzac Ball
The Manilla branch of the Returned Soldiers League has fixed the date for their Annual Anzac Ball on Tuesday April 26. A children's party will be held the following day as part of the intention to spare no effort to make the ball one of the most successful functions staged by the organization.
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Manilla
Returned Soldiers’ League
Teagme
Aldermen Work By Candlelight After Storm Interruption
Back to Candles recalls Conneil Chambers in darkness until 8.30 p.m. Tuesday as a storm disrupted the lighting system. The scene mirrors old days with aldermen doing commuter work by candlelight.
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Conneil
Fein
Commonwealth taxes and Manilla show notes in brief
The Commonwealth Government proposed to garnish taxation payments to WLW covering betting, racecourse admissions, totalizators, entertainment, income, motor vehicles, and the state lottery with unemployment relief tax included. A High Court challenge to the Financial Agreement Enforcement Act led to a stay of proceedings. Manilla notes recount travel, show representation, viaduct repair status, police court verdicts for a prohibited drug case, and results from local show competitions.
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Commonwealth
WLW
Lang
Hidi
New South Wales
C.W.A
Yar
Pssent
Harry
ManiBe
Maxehe
Manilla
Geo. Roberts
Bes Tamworth
Ford
In Memoriam for Ta Jesnio Departed March 20 1990
A heartfelt memorial note from her husband and children laments the loss of Ta Jesnio two years after her death. It speaks of silent grief hidden behind a smile and the enduring love of family, marking the anniversary with sorrow and remembrance.
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Wheeler
Ta Jesnio
Public Trustee notice on estate administration
The Public Trustee of Sydney issues notice under wills probate and administration acts that they have elected to administer the estate of the deceased. Creditors or others with debt or claims must notify the Public Trustee, who will distribute assets to entitled persons. The Public Trustee disclaims liability for conveyed assets lacking notice at each conveyance. Dated March 1982 by B. J. Payne Public Trustee.
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Supreme Court of Ter
Avery
Perron
B. J. Payne
St. James Buildings
Elizabeth Street
Sydney
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Younger Set
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