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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 22, 1934
Page
2
A fragmented ad copy notes interest in new fashion, highlighting two piece suits favored by stylish individuals. The text hints at broader appeal and trends, with emphasis on display and allure in a fashion-forward context.
Manilla Express outlines the Lyons Government readying for a public weighing of its stewardship. The author questions primary industry policy, wheat and tobacco support, and foreign ownership impact, arguing the government sacrificed primary production for metropolitan priorities and taxation.
Sunday schedule shows Upper Maxey team playing at 2 15 p m and an early 2 o'clock match between Quirnarh hockey Quix and Manilla for Portlock cups. Leo O Mullane injured in Quiriadi and is in Manilla District Hospital. Barreha visit planned for Charters trophy with Ridgewell Marah Weatherall Seamon and others listed. team subject to change.
The Upper Manila Agricultural Bureau reports a 16 entry field for the annual sheep judging contest. Competitors include F. W. Bowman, V. Bow man, A. Byrnes, W. Chick, A. ix, Duprex, Peake, B. renee, Hall, Hayne, G. BLM Holt, F. Tiff, Keene, Little, Prosser, Roberts, and Simmons. Judging is planned in about two months.
Large Tamworth gathering of tobacco growers discussed impending Federal Election and possible overtures to buy local tobacco stocks. Mr Thomquin noted likely price temptations, with the Country Party fully backing the tobacco sector. Dr le Page planned to visit Central North soon.
At 2 p.m. tomorrow May 23 sale of Mrs W T Langworthy’s household furniture and effects at North Manilla residence. Also blocks of land, two horses, and a pony offered for sale. first swat offering noted. Australian XI results listed: Australia defeats Kmex by innings and 93 runs. Desaren 198, Grimmett 7 for 109. Bradman captained Australia. match schedules and local notices touch on Sydney and Manilla.
The article reports on YSERIS MEWS tm and competitors in a tennis event, noting Dowphan Baty equal to the occasion and victories in two final sets. It lists match results between Roman Catholic teams and others, with scores and standings across Mackenzie Cup and Wednesday competitions, including teams like Rushey Creek, Church of England, New Mexico, and Elliott's clubs, plus a forthcoming mixed doubles American Tournament hosted by the R A Fennix Club on June 4.
A report details a regional tennis and golf event schedule for June, with matches in the Roy Maunder Cup, Smith Cup rounds, and Royal Cup progression. Entries from Barraba, Manilla, and local clubs are noted, with handicaps adjusted and a mixed foursomes event rerouted to Wednesday. Proceeds support a TB fund. several cups and trophies, plus a Newcastle Sons improvement bid, are mentioned.
Friday 26th event in Homertow supports candidate K. Carey with good music and refreshers. Proceeds go to campaign efforts.
The Abaye Society invites all interested to the annual meeting at Mechanic's Institute on the 28th. Verdially invited by C. R. Maunder, President.
In the Supreme Court of New South Wales Probate Jurisdiction the will of Francis John Bowman of Circular Bend Upper Manilla is probated. Executors Frederick William Bowman and Garnet Victor Bowman invite all creditors to prove debts by May 20, 1934, with distribution to proceed thereafter and be limited to those with notice. John I. Kennedy & Son proctors, Arrott & Allen agents, Castlereagh Street Sydney.
The B C Tennis Club will hold a mixed doubles American Tournament on Monday June 4 with nominations due Saturday June 2. Tenders are invited for building bathrooms a septic tank and related work at the Post Office Hotel Manilla where plans and specs may be seen. Tenders close Wednesday June 6 1933. A Grady Post Office Hotel Manilla.
A meeting at the Mechanic's Institute in Manila established the Manius Mechanic's Institute Draught Club to promote and control draughts activities. Dues are one shilling per quarter, and members must join the Manila Mechanic's Institute. Officers named include A Blanch as President M Dering Vice President H Glen Secretary and Treasurer with Thorsby Dugan on the committee. A ladder competition fund was donated and recruitment urged through the secretary for early enrollment.
May 28: Venem and Son furniture sale at Mere Langworthy's North Manilla. May 25: Danes at Somerton May 26: Silver stall. May 28: Musical and Drowmagie Society annual meeting May 29 Hospital Ball. June 1 Wongo Creek UWA. Birthday Social June 4 Hall's Creek raves June 4 Football and Trnckey dancer RC Tennis tournament. June 6 Building tandem for Post Office Hotel June Entries close for Mackenzie's knitting competition June 9 Methadint Street stall Fone 12 Social in Simon's arm. Top er Ma Hall's Any 10 Wongo Creek R. dance July 17 Golf Ball August 7 B C Poster Ball August 14 Wonstoulek CWA Anbutange annual Sept 1 Methodial Church annual Pair
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