Mother's Day Reflections and National Policy Notes
Dated May 3 1938 the piece honors mothers on a growing Mother's Day observance and its emblem the white symbol of sweetness. It contrasts a cartoon view with the real influence of mothers in homes and notes the dedication of mothers in pioneering work. It also mentions Federal defence and national insurance programs and hints at funding considerations. The writer shares lines to deepen appreciation for maternal care and civic responsibility.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Defence
National Insurance
Florence
Show Committee Nominations Close With 49 Noms For 45 Seats
The Show Committee nominations closed last Saturday with 49 nominations for 45 seats. Ballot papers go to members and polling closes at noon on May 14 1938. New candidates include TL W Chick H C Dengate A C Madden G S Moore D Numahwn A J Studdy and others from Manilla district.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mes . Bell
T. Berry
W. A. Bomits
E. Bown
Bown
Ay Cr Brown
J. Byrnes
J S Trysy
Vi Givter
W. Chick
W. Coote
Dul Govie
A. S. Coulton
Co Dengate
C. B. Dawe
A. C. Madden
TL. W. Chick
H.C. Dengate
Moore
Numah
Studdy
Tiverton
Manila
H. C. Dengate
Mamilla
Mauilla
Ma A. ©. Madden
Glenbarra
G. 8. Moore
Stratford Street
Manilla
Boggab*s
Nun-Patrick
Iran
Griedal
Free Picture Treat At the Palais May 10
A free screening of Chevrolet sound films with educational value will be shown at the Palais next Tuesday May 10. The programme includes talkie features and descriptive films explaining car design and test developments. Invitations and interested persons may attend, in conjunction with Cotton's Ltd.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Palais
Chevrolet
Cotton's Ltd
Opening of St Michaels B C Church in Manilla
The new St Michaels B C Church in Manilla will open Sunday May 1 at 10 am. The service will be led by His Lordship Must Rev J A Coleman D D Ph D Bishop of Armidale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Michaels B.C
Manilla
J. A. Coleman
Armidale
Walk Through Life Purpose and Moral Aid
A reflective plea to act today for others who suffer on the road of life. The speaker urges courage to accept fate, comfort the afflicted, and seek to do good, promising future chances to return and help again.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perusual
Retiring figures in Manilla wheat trade and fraternal lines
A summary of local figures in Manilla including GW Waller of Lindley Walker & Song announcing retirement from Royal Show administration after 21 years on the Royal Agricultural Society council. Other retirements noted include W Bennett, W Rabbitt, J R Balroy?G loy, and Glover. The piece also salutes 40 years in Oddfellowship for Mr Henry Radd and marks various social visits, engagements, and health notes among residents and visiting dignitaries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waller
Lindley Walker & Song
Royal Show Administration
Manilla
Ling
Royal Agrientrial Society
Couneil
Associa- Hong Iy
de Manilla
Satuday
W. Bennett
W. Rabbitt
Ad J. RB. Giloy
BE. Smith
War Memorial Hospital
Sydney
Reg. Granthens
Smith
Jim Smith
Tamworth Hockey Teams Tour Manilla For Exhibition
Three hockey outfits from Tamworth visited Manilla on Sunday with two exhibition matches and a 4 1 victory by one Tamworth side over Manilla. Frank Roberts stood out among visitors while Fred Roberts scored for Manilla in a solid home showing. Townsend captained for Tamworth Old Boys in a stylish display as local fans anticipate more strong games.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vhree
Tamworth
Manilla
Frank Roberts
M. Roberts
Wall’s Creek
Man- Ha Boys
Tke
Fred Roberts
W. Smith
T. Townsend
FF Green
Tamworth Old Boys
Tenn
Hogn Wnd
Pean
Obituary: Mr. John Henry Wicks 74 in Upper Manilla
The death occurred Saturday last of Mr. John Henry Wicks aged 74 at his Tarpoly residence Upper Manilla. The funeral was Monday morning from the Methodist Church Manilla with Rev Judd officiating. He had lived in Upper Manilla and Barraba all his life and was highly respected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Henry Wicks
Tarpoly
Upper Manilla
Methodist Church
Manilla
Judd
Wicks
Barraba
Fred Roberts
Bret
John Blair
Twilight news notes from Manilla and district
A lively compilation of local items from Manilla and Namoi River region. Mentions frequent rain, back-to-summer mood, eggs selling high, and a large 40-nomination show committee. Reports on Gunnedah show winners, a Polyetanian dog, bridge contractor plans, a fine red fish weighing 244 lbs, and cod history. Recaps hockey start, street stalls, church events, and Bradman praise. Also notes a Sydney excursion, new court house hotel, Armidale university opening, Wakehurst opening, and two-million rail spending with irrigation impacts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B.C
Memorial Hall
R. Dobbie Sind
G. A. Coulten
Johny Watts
Gunnedah
Manilla
A. S Coulton
Namoi River
Scotchwen
Church of England
North
C. F. Hayward
Bradman
Sydney
New Court
New England University
Arm
Mosquito control measures urged in Connell ordinance
The Connell Council warns residents to enforce anti mosquito rules including covering tanks, draining water receptacles, and treating ponds with approved substances. Penalties of 50 pounds apply for breaches. Town Clerk W Fillsell certifies steps and early housing inspections will occur. Council chambers, Mantua, 1938.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Connell
Council
W. Filsell
Also Mentioned on This Page
Stoddart & Hayward Pty. Ltd
Hank
XYLO
Cult Glass
P.O. Box
John D. Kennedy & Sons
Simpson
P.G. Box
A.C. Veness & Son Manilla
H. A. Barraclough Ltd
Optometrists
George Street
Royal Hotel
A. W. Webtor Stevens
Mlt.o
Heather Hartley
Newcastle
Bis Undertakings
A. J. Studd
Winindi
Mayiilla
New B
Lily Flett
Cecil Woolaston
P'Ace
Howe
W Kennedy
D. Cameron
Aberdeen
Harry Baker
G. Dixon
Daxation Department
Grand Lodge
Loyal Enterprise
Str
Wickes
Twilight
Zac
Matey
Finlan
Palais Theatre
Ners Pegentet
Sean
General Motors - Holden’s Ltd
Cliftons Pty. Ltd
Manilla Agents
N.8.w
W, H Newman
Railways
Bytérian Women’s Guild
Robertson
Hearer
Ifier
D. ‘. Robertson & CO
Mir. Parry
N. Simpson
Bentley
Ray Doohan
Mer
A Campbell
A.msp
Tnsurance Avent
Arthie Street
Dubbo
Peachers’ College
Manilla Burgh School
Royal Agricultural Society
Couneil Chambers
Mantu
Sion
Grill
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