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Newspaper

Manilla Express

Location

Manilla, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Mar 27, 1931

Page

2

Country Party calls for tariff cuts to save Australia

In a call amid Federal election talk the Country Party urges sweeping tariff reductions and reclassification to lower the cost of living and production. It criticizes the Scullin Government and warns wage cuts will worsen if tariffs remain high, advocating industrial policy to revive farming and manufacturing.

Scullin People of Australia Country Party Lang Australia Whittle

Manilla notes show green hills after rain and civic growth

The Manilla area reports a thriving after rain with new trees planted and strong growth at the Recreation Ground and hedges. Council chronicles a successful year with 107 of 130 trees surviving and local officials praising staff while noting upcoming shows, competitions, and notable political repairs.

Awag Strafford Street Carmarthen Street Doughan Holidaaying Sydney G. A. Gordon CWA Everyne Ald Hayward Manilla New England Maitland Manilla Boys Manilla Freezing Co. Ltd Agricultural J. A. Rochfort Byrnes Bishop Dwyer W. J. Scully M.L.A Elliott A.lf Coonabarabran Hospital Love Paton

Tariff and Australia Links Key to Country Party Relief

A discussion stresses firm handling of tariff and Australia ties to the Country Party as the sole path to lasting relief for the people. The item highlights political strategy and economic policy as central to voter confidence.

Australia Country Party

Easter Holiday Postal Arrangements at Mapilla

The Mapilla Postmaster announces Easter holiday hours. Good Friday April 3 no mail dispatch. Easter Saturday April 4 office open 9 to 11 with boxes cleared at 9. Delivery by postmen as usual. Easter Monday April 6 office open 9 to 10 for most services. money orders and savings bank excluded. Street receivers cleared at 9. Delivery by postman as usual.

Maliile Money Order and Savings Bank

Governor Sir Phillip Game applauded at Dame Clarg Butt performance

Sir Phillip Game entered the Town Hall on Wednesday night for Dame Clarg Butt's concert and received a prolonged ovation. It was his first public appearance since his rift with Mr Lang over appointments to the Legislative Council, drawing a great audience and loud applause.

Sir Phillip Game Clarg Butt Sir Phillip Mr. Lang Legislative Council

Legislation Advances Funds to Wheat Farmers and Outside Board

Mr Dunitts told the Legislative Assembly that 250000 pounds will be readvanced to farmers who sell wheat and satisfy their liens with the Rural Industries Board. The Minister added the Treasurer has advanced 100000 pounds to assist farmers outside the board’s scope.

MigSter For Agriculture Dunitts Legislative Assembly Rural Industries Board

Railway Excursion to Sydney Promoted by Manilla Train

Excursion visitors are reminded of the special Manilla to Sydney train tomorrow, offering a notably cheaper fare with concessions that make it almost identical to a regular service. Sleeper bookings may be available on the return journey under certain conditions.

Sydney Manilla

Manilla Sheep Sale Draws Wide Bidding From Regional Buyers

J Byrnes reports about 10,000 sheep sold at Manilla on Tuesday 24th amid spirited bidding from Willow Tree Quirindi Carroll Gunnedah Curra Bubula Tamworth and Manilla. Principal sales included 1245 sound mouth wethers at 5/10 and 600 merino ewes at 2/ rising. 500 mixed sexes at 6/4. 559 sound mouth wethers at 5/8. 430 large plains bred ewes at 8/-. 200 sound mouth ewes at 6/3. 300 sound mouth ewes at 6/10. 220 fattening wethers at 5/7. 200 aged ewes at 2/6. 140 do 2/2. 100 do 2/8. 200 crossbred hoggets unshorn at 6/11. 130 big framed wethers forward to fat at 8/6. plus smaller consignments at 3/9 to 5/-. The sale was aided by Messrs Rogers King Perfrement Jurd Downes McColl Jensen McPher son White Cummins Bell Grills. Next special sale at Manilla on Tuesday 14 April features 10,000 sheep yards including 7,000 young wethers direct ex station.

J Byrnes Manilla Williow Tree Quirindi Carroll Gunnedah Currabubula Tamworth Andrew Rodgers W. King J. Perfrement C. B. Jurd J. D. Anderson T. A. Downes D.S. Downes J. A. A. McColl J. A. Jensen J. McPherson G. A. White N. Cummins A. H. Bell J. Greig E. White Mrs Grills

Kennedy to open ladies and gentlemen wear shop Saturday

Mr Cecil G Kennedy announces the opening of a new business on Saturday next the 28th in premises beside C N Scotts. The store will cater specially for ladies and gentlemen wear.

Cecil G. Kennedy Stoddart and Haywards C. N. Scott

Carruthers amendment delays bill second reading

The Legislative Council on Wednesday night passed an amendment by Sir John Carruthers by 45 votes to 22 to postpone the second reading of the Interest Reduction Bill for six months. This marks the second defeat for the Government within a week.

Legislative Council John Carruthers

Early Closing Bill Aimed at Weekday 5 30 Pm Shops

Minister for Labor Mr Baddeley told union deputation the government plans legislation to enforce early shop closing. Details to be set and submitted to the Labor caucus for approval. Deputies urged 5 30 p m weekday closing and noon Saturdays.

Labor Mr. Baddeley

Lost Air Liner Southern Cloud Missing over Victoria Mountains

Five days after the Southern Cloud disappeared en route from Sydney to Melbourne no trace of the airliner has been found. Up to 20 aeroplanes scoured central Victoria’s high mountains with no success while unusual mountain sightings prove snow. Reports from Mount Kosciusko say lights were seen on Tolung Range peaks and will be investigated. By 2 p.m. today no new word had arrived on the missing airliner.

Sydney Melbourne Victoria Mount Kosciusko Tolung Ranges

Palm Sunday and Holy Week Services Detailed

Religious schedule for CHUROEH including Palm Sunday rites at Manilla with Eucharist and evensong, Monday to Thursday Holy Communion, Good Friday services, Easter Day plans in Manilla and Milliwindi with multiple clergy. Municipal Council to apply for £100,000 sewerage loan and grant. Local ads note Easter sale and a 1931 impounding notice for a creamy gelding.

Naar Manilla Armidale’ Municipal

Final 2/- Euehre Party and Dances Ended

Last Tuesday the committee staged the final of the popular 2/- Euehre Party and Dances with about 200 attendees. Regret was voiced at the decision to discontinue due to winter balls booking up. The public’s strong support was acknowledged and thanks extended to all helpers. Prize winners on the final night included Ladies first Mr Doughan and second Miss A Austin. Gentlemen first Mr Tom Bol and second Mr Bob Hall.

Doughan A. Austin Tom Boland Bob Hall

SEE SOUTH WEST ROCKS Premier Sea-Side Resort Ad

A promotional notice highlights the North Coast resort with fine beaches and fishing. It touts the Federal Hotel as a recommended stay with weekly rates of £3 3 and £2 2. per week.

South West Rocks Federal

Garden Competition Sets Two Sections for Flower Show

Garden enthusiasts are reminded of a garden competition tied to the Flower Show on May 2. It splits into two sections Gardens without water and Gardens with water laid on. Entries are free and close with Mr G A Gordon at the Manse by April 18. Judging is set for April 25 with judge Mr Anton of Tamworth.

G. A. Gordon Anton Tamworth

Meetings and Social Events Scheduled Through April

A list of community gatherings and social functions with dates from March 28 to April 22. Sub committees and clubs include Presbyterian Tennis, Labor League Mechanics, F and Agsocn annual meeting, railway excursion to Sydney, cricket club dance at Wongo Creek, WA Dramatic Society with CWA rooms, C of E Socials at Wongo Creek and Upper Manilla, and an Anvue Ball at Manilla.

Presbyterian Tennis Club Labor League Mechanics Sydney Wongo Creek

Cable Demand Recalls Governor Pending Crown Investigation

The Crown Law Office continues the inquiry into the situation as the government has not yet dispatched the cable demanding the recall of Governor Sir Philip Game.

Crown Law Office Philip Game

Red Letter Tea Rooms to Open This Saturday

Mesdames Beddies and McTagvart announce the opening of Red Letter Tea Rooms next to Mr. Simpsons Chemist shop on Saturday February 28. The shop will offer daily luncheons afternoon teas sandwiches homemade cakes biscuits and sweets. They will cater for picnics and take orders for fresh fish and for flowers.

Mesdames Beddies McTag Vart RED Letter Tea Rooms Mr. Simpson

Rail crash near Gunning destroys fruit train and stock

A fruit train derailed near Gunning this morning, destroying about fifty tons of fruit. Three show horses were killed and several others injured in the accident.

Excitement in Canberra over Fiduciary Currency Bill change

In Canberra this morning Messis sahh and Fenton moved an amendment to the Fiduciary Currency Bill. Mr Gable proposed renaming the bill to Reduced Currency Bill. The Government was saved when the Chairman of Committees refused to accept the amendment.

Canberra Messissahh Fenton Gable

Premier cites NSW payment defaults in 1950 and 1930

The Premier told the Legislative Assembly that New South Wales defaulted on interest to the Commonwealth in October 1950, while the Commonwealth defaulted on payments to NSW in December 1930 when the Conversion Loan was raised. Other notes include a wool fair model in Bradford and shale oil inquiry funding in NSW.

Jarvie Sanders Legislative Assembly New South Wales Commonwealth Public Service Association New Soth Wales Ali Bradford Wool Society Hamilton Knight M.L.A Morris Koggabri Lang Bathurst Parkes Maning Coonabarab Boggabli Grafton Southbafton Larkin Mayo Wingate Grafton Ambulance Ursinus Daily Examiner

Public Notice on Ladies and Gentlemen's Wear Ship

Public notice announces opening as Ladies and Gentlemen's Wear Ship to attract customers with careful business focus and aim for a fair share of patronage.

Football meeting for Manilla club at Memorial Hall

The Manilla Football Club invites members to a meeting at Memorial Hall this Friday at 7 30 pm. Secretary C Kennedy notes the venue is Mechanics. A timely gathering to discuss club affairs and plans.

Manilla Football Club Memorial Hall C. Kennedy Ilan

Also Mentioned on This Page

Stoddart & Hayward Ltd P.O. Box J. D. Kennedy J. E. Simpson A. C. Kelly Manilla Street Alf.la. F.lls Public Accountant and Auditor Manilla St., Manilla Chas. W. Knoll F.L.O Lond M.O.A Syd George Street Royal Antel Uostat Churoeh Services the Holy Catholic Church T. Hunter Methodist R. Grayson R.grayson Upper New Mexico Gordon Presbyterian Manilla Hia V.d. Byrnes T.S.R. No John Blair Mechanics Institute Anzac Waterhouse Rawson Weatherall Chas. Grant C. G. Kennedy C. H W. Scott
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