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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 21, 1954
Page
2
The remark involves a joke about marrying a housekeeper named Sandy as a cheaper alternative to wages. The exchange cites a humorous take on gender relations attributed to a casual discussion with a historical tone.
Community notices from Manilla NSW include a film night premiere hosted with M C Mackenzie and Sons, a street stall by the Manilla RSL Womens Auxiliary on May 29 seeking cakes jams and clothing, a Methodist Ladies Church Aid luncheon and afternoon tea on May 29, a political rally at Post Office corner featuring Senator Reed J P Abbott and Davis Hughes supporting D H Drummond, sale ads for Granny Smith apples and various goods, and local association meetings with mot ion and notices from F and S branch.
A memorial note for Phoebe dated 22 May 1951 speaks of memory and lasting love from her sister in law and nieces. A second card recalls a wife and mother who passed away on 22 May, remembered by husband, children, and grandchildren. A third tribute honors Steven Rabbett who died 20 May 1953, from Gran, Pop and kids.
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