20 May 1930
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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 20, 1930
Page
1
The Chevrolet Six offers low initial cost and high value with reports of remarkable economy. State wide tests show an average 20.75 miles per gallon across 454 cars, with many owners achieving 29.75 to 43.8 mpg. The ads claim quality construction, longevity, and easy maintenance, highlighting economy as central to Chevrolet superiority.
The Australian and Lancashire first class game ended in a draw with Australia at 137 for two chasing 227. Bradman was 48 not out, Richardson 39, Jackson 40, while Hornibrook took 5 for 38 in Lancashire's 165 second innings. Australia dismissed for 285 at Lord's with Bradman 66 out, Richardson 4, Ponsford 82 not out. Davis Cup and other sports results noted alongside horse racing wins at Randwick and Adelaide King’s Cup won by Phar Lap.
In Manilla at the Methodist Church on April 30 Hubert Thoms youngest son of the late C Thoms and Mrs Thoms of Rose Hatches Creek married at Toowoomba bride Mary Monckton Uralla a friend acted as bridesmaid Colin Thoms brother of the groom was best man T Roberts brother of the bride was groom man The bridal veil lent by the bride's sister After the ceremony guests wore black crepe de chine The couple will reside at Rosevale Manilla Honeymooned in Toowoomba
At a prior meeting the Municipal Council discussed higher remuneration for auditors Davis Sheedy and Coates. The Mayor and Aldermen debated travel costs and proposed merging auditing work. The council approved 52 pounds for the year, with fees under review. News also reports Lindrum receiving lavish gifts in England, including rare fur rugs and billiard items, plus a large blackthorn shillelagh from Ireland.
V Young topped Saturday scoring with a possible at the second attempt and total 684, as 200 yard distance shooters contest the stage. C Annis placed second with a near-miss, Horcum and Z Stewart also posted notable scores amid a field including Loseby Bignall Young Bowman Smithers and C Young.
Wednesday saw the Royal Cup bogey handicap second round with twenty club members aiming to lower last month’s figures. Captain R M Smith led with three up, D Mackenzie strong, and many players struggled on the island green though conditions were generally good. Next weekend a friendly in Barraba is planned. names to the secretary by Friday.
The report highlights Woods' Great Peppermint Cure as a first aid for influenza, while England records the lowest birth rate and highest death rate since 1910 due to influenza. Marriages rise, with 312,982 in twelve months and a peak in Q3 at 201,180. The 1929 birth ratio shows 1089 boys per 1000 girls, above the 1048 average.
The Commonwealth Government submitted three names as successors to Lord Stenhaven for Governor General. Sir Isaac Isaacs General Sir H Chauvel and a prominent South Australian were proposed. The report notes strong support for an Australian to lead the viceroyal duties.
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