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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 27, 1930
Page
2
Pim 36in 45in sain for halls also 6 feet wide Reliable qualities only Best British makes a tile patterns all marked at old price we pass benefit as all lines were landed before tariff Special reductions on two sizes 9ft x 10ft 6in 49/6 and 9ft x 12ft 57/6 Big selection of floor rugs axminster woollen runners tapestry runners Wilton pile hall runners and carpet runners in varied prices
A notice states the Master Optician of North and North-West will be personally in attendance at Mechanic's Institute. Services include repairs and outer wear, with business hours listed as Monday to Friday from 10 am and Saturday from 10 am to 1 pm. Address details point to Sydney and related local contacts.
A long coal miners stoppage ends with many returning to work yet few restored to prior wages. The piece argues most face intermittent employment or permanent loss, harming other industries and livelihoods. It urges workers to self reform to prevent future strikes and restore national harmony.
H Byrnes and Dr Rayman and Waterhouse attended with apologies from Mr Kendwiy. Gazette notice named Meare BE O T Bowman and B May as committee members. The hospital board discussed contributions, approved scheme modification, and A C Kelly was appointed Hon Dentist. Donations were received from several locals. the CWA endowed a bed and will supply linen and comforts. The matron reported April admissions and the daily patient average, with a forthcoming sub committee report on patient fees.
Dr H S Thomas is reported well and embarking on a trip to the East with stops planned in Japan Hong Kong Borneo Thursday Island and various ports in Queensland. Guests include Mr and Mrs G Redmond and Family of Boorowa visiting Mr and Mrs A C Veness. Miss Dempsey a noted escort in Sydney is known in Manila district and related to Mr A B Haydon. Mrs John Watts remains seriously ill at Maclaurin-Smith private hospital but shows slight improvement.
The government presses through parliament bills to alleviate unemployment by urging compulsory self denial. It argues relief hinges on public sacrifice, warning that hunger breeds unrest and that industrial peace and a law-abiding community depend on collective effort and support for relief programs.
At the Oval Bradman lashed Surrey bowling for a rapid score, bringing his tally to 920 plus runs in England as Australia chase 52 for victory. Ponsford 131 and Jackson 63 aided a 379 total, while Richards Woodful fell short. Ryder plans a Melbourne testimonial in October.
A benefit football match will be played on the oval tomorrow to raise nett proceeds for injured players. The match features Stoddart and Hayward versus M C Mackenzie and Sons Ltd staff. Several players were injured this season, and costs have been incurred.
The notice congratulates Mr J N Kennedy on passing his final examination for admission as a solicitor.
Details of a golf event with players Gagnon and others, mentioning 65 nett scores and shared second place, plus a long list of upcoming tournament dates and handicap events from June to October, including Mackenzie Cup Smith Cup Hudson Trophy Royal Cup and mixed events, with notes on qualifying rounds and final matches.
The schedule lists weekly golf events from May 26 to July 27 1930. Stroke handicap events carry early trophy names H J Roberts and C N Scotts. Bogey and foursomes sections run with 1930 championship qualifying rounds in June and July.
A grade team Young and Manilla v West Tamworth selected to represent tba against West Tamworth at Tamworth Oval on May 0. Details list Bennett Feet Tow er B R Beker Parry Gee Kennedy Martin Anthoney Fureer Unto Gilroy. Two to be omitted. Visitors’ bodies transported to Tamworth Barraba Quirindi. Picture lead hints at The Unholy Right. Also notes miners opening 30 pits, sign-on at Somat mines, and hospital organizer outreach.
July 28 to Aug 3 stroke contest Scotts trophy Aug 4 to 10 Pleasant round R M Smiths trophy August 11 to 17 Bogey competition Roberts trophy Aug 16 to 24 Stroke competition Scotts trophy Aug 25 to 31 Four games September 1 to 7 One club competition W Murphys trophy September 8 to 4 Bogey competition Roberts trophy September 15 to 21 Styled hole competition J J Cliftons September 22 to 29 Choice nine holes F Elevates trophy September 29 to Oct 6 Bogey competition Roberts trophy Oct T to 31 Events omitted by matches or weather Associates reminded to complete cards handicap verified and dated placed in card box All matches start No 1 tee and finish in one day Greens may be lightly smoothed and left in good order Associates must sign book and pay fee before starting Breaches may lead to disqualification
The May meeting at the Room drew a large attendance as C W A members discussed the annual report and eleven executive positions. Mrs Mackay elected. proceeds from the ball aid Wislow Cweda in the local hospital. the hospital scheme secures independence for a subsistence budget. funds include a £2 2s prize and a £10,000 donation to Mims Jobmeun from the London Daily Mail. Australian tennis players Hopman and Willard reached the French doubles finals, while coal industry notes and a hospital scheme update fill the page amid listings and ads for a house to let and Rudds products.
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