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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 11, 1912
Page
7
A small consignment of prime wheat sold at auction today for 4/5. Justice Sly in chambers this morning extended time for Hoskins Bros to file their declaration in the case against the State Government over the cancellation of iron and steel contracts, seeking £150,000.
Sugar directors in court at Water Summons charged with failing to appear before the Sugar Commission after subpoena. Lat for defendants sought an adjournment, Balin for the prosecution objected. Magistrate Mr Zsvten ruled the case must proceed. Mrelautin’s action was heard first as proceedings continued.
London Frilley Tom Mann was found guilty on inciting soldiers to mutiny. He received six months imprisonment and compulsory treatment following the court verdict. The trial concluded with the judge delivering the sentence amid public interest.
Police in Vaenna responded to an armed burglary at a hotel. Reinforcements arrived as suspects fought with revolvers for an hour. Two men were detained and a third died by self-inflicted action during the siege.
Open handicaps list weights for principal events at Manilla with names like Deloruma Tanami and Lady M Leom among entrants. News notes the Sydney Auckland cable due end of October, length about 1260 miles, cost 25880. Also includes dental ads and local government updates.
The steamer Mameri has sailed for Sydney with 600 immigrants including 475 carpenters and bricklayers. The ship carries 20 extra life boats.
An air action off Weymouth Bay during naval maneuvers involved a hydro aeroplane signalled by Lieutenant Gregory that located a submerged submarine. The craft rose after a near periscope contact and a dummy projectile landed near the Royal Yacht while other airmen scattered fragments of orange peel on desks.
The Australians began the second match of their tour against Northamptonshire with a good wicket. Gregory won the toss and elected to bat. Australia posted 370 in the first innings with contributions including Macartney and Gregory. A finder advertised a gold brough and bangle in the Express.
The second term of the above-mentioned class begins on Thursday May 16. The class meets at 10 am and 2 pm on Thursdays at the Meabasics Institute. Full particulars may be obtained from the Teacher Mr J J Hannaford during class hours. J W Turner Superintendent of Technical Education Sydney May 2 1912.
Department of Lands Sydney May 4 1912 announces Crown Lands action regarding suburban holdings. Applicant Herson or his agent authorized applications received by law and posted letters. posting and deadline details clarify process and timeline for hillside parcels.
Nomination of candidates for the Pastures Protection Board in Tamworth district is announced for the election day on May 28 1912. Ballots will be sent by post to eligible voters and must be received by 4 pm polling day. Envelopes must carry Pastures Protection Board Ballot Paper and show voter signatures in an outer envelope addressed to Returning Officer B Wyndham Tamworth.
Mechanics Institute to host a May Is concert with orchestral and choral selections, quartette, solos, and farce to benefit Holy Trinity Church Building Fund. Secretaries named T B Smith A G Pearce, with Welch pads and envelopes advertised by Baird the Up-to-Date Stationer.
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