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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 29, 1912
Page
4
Vague readable fragments mention a mix of names and places. The lines present no clear event, date, or outcome to form a coherent summary or identify principal subjects.
Wednesday May 29 highlights the North Western representative for justice and the Commonwealth. The item notes a regional official and an observance tied to a midweek civic moment.
Public Works Department Sydney announces tenders for constructing the footway on the bridge over the Numoi River at Masilla with a closing date stated as the 0th inst. W. J. Hanna, Under-Secretary, informs Mr G A W M Donald M L A of the inquiry. Also notes Tamworth figures M Nankervis and S R B Walker considering local electoral runs. Labor Revolution report covers C G Wade’s Bega talk defending Labor policy and critiquing Liberal promises, Sydney influence, and cost of living concerns.
The Ma pila F. and S. Association holds its monthly meeting on Saturday with election of delegates to the General Conference as a key item on the agenda.
Several names of ladies have already been handed in for the technical cooking classes proposed to be established here. The organizers report enthusiastic interest and expect a class of 24 ladies with ease.
A party of Tamworth ladies hosted by Mrs J Liston of Con urta will meet the Manilla Tennis Club on the town courts this Thursday afternoon. The town team includes Mrs G A Veness, Miss Jessie MacDonald, Mrs Trenerry, and Miss Wilshire.
A local body schedules an afternoon program for June 26 featuring a £120 yards handicap, a £5 100 yards handicap, and a £3 hurdle race over one lap with 10 jumps. The events are to be held on the tract and involve local competitors and organizers.
Last week’s light rain spurs wheat growth with many fields showing new shoots. Areas where shoots have failed may be useless, while hopeful farmers anticipate further beneficial showers to sustain the crop.
Ladies are pushing ahead with the arrangements for the annual Catholic Ball set for June 10. Committees report duties are clear and steps are being taken to ensure a successful evening.
Only three applicants remained for the gsuhurtan slots at Smer Tom Moat on Friday. EB. Kauter secured the 45 geses, Lo Norris gained another, and HW. Melton noted an Ag application. Tamworth was disallowed.
Photographs from Empire Day events show Mr. Panton at Baird's volunteer shop preserving numerous scene photos from the entire Day demonstration. The procession features a square pace and notable components, with observers noting the orderly progression and ceremonial aspects.
A well organized Empire Day event in Ma Dilla drew praise for its ground layout and efficient stewards. Proceeds topped £150 with more than £20 from social takings and £90 net after expenses. volunteers from the Manilla Half-Holiday Association coordinated games, food stalls, and a large children's program.
Australia defeated Oxford University by 10 wickets in opening innings. Australia 237 in first innings with Knott, Hands, Coleman among batsmen. Whitty and Hazlitt led Oxford bowling with multiple wickets. Second innings Australia not required to chase, Sundries show totals. match summary distorted by OCR errors.
Presbyterian and Church of England notices list service times for Manilla Somerton and Upper Manilla with Rev Norman McKie BA and Rev T Jenkin. Methodist timetable shows Manilla services at 11 am 7 30 pm and Upper Manilla 8 pm with speakers J Heywood and T Jenkin.
A blasting accident at Minngmurra near Dapto during railway works left five men dead, with several more seriously injured and unnamed at this time. Missing warning caused collapse and severe injuries as workers attempted to escape the blast. A doctor stall has gone to the scene. Transport strike ends after late talks with concessions from both sides.
From Our Correspondent. The M A 1 0 Oddfellows held their annual ball in the local Gchoel of Arte the Mth insteat with a crowded hi being, many fine dresses and brethren in full regalia making the scene gay. D G M Bro F A Porter spoke on the Order’s birth objects and progress. Bros O W Griffin and W J Kirk acted as M’s C Excellent music by Miss Gallen and Mr W J Maunder. Twenty three points of rain fell on the 23rd inst., drought hopes persist. Mr J Riordan lost all household effects to a recent fire after his wife’s cooking left the house by the back room.
Dispatches from Lisbon describe Portugal as a hotbed of political corruption and petty tyranny. Monarchical conspirators plan an early revolt to restore King Manuel, with supporters admitting the republic’s decline. Trade and shipping falter as several riots occur in Lisbon.
Mr E A Riley B A inspector of schools paid his routine visit to Rangari Kelvin and Yarrari reporting enrolment higher than ever and considering alterations and additions to the two latter schools.
The opening triangular match Australia vs Africa began in fine weather with Australia posting 458 in their first innings as Whitty and Mattherys contributed to the total. Africa were 1 for 1 at stumps. Also noted: trainer T Armstrong left for Sydney with four racehorses, and W E Cooke appointed Government Astronomer for NSW at a salary of £800 plus residence. Meanwhile, a Melbourne court case involved maintenance claims and a furniture sale notice was issued by W T Latewortl.
Mr Fitzgerald's irrigation plant consignment faced tracking delays as teams were sent to town but found no plant. It had reached Manilla station then Aberdeen last week and remains missing with no word. He endures inconvenience and costs as teams linger without work or feed in adverse weather.
Frosts and fair weather described with sunlit days and rain in Hunter district. Hospital reports fifteen patients and four operations on Saturday. Carnival proceeds expected to exceed eighty pounds. Australia opens strong against Africa as Royal Commission hears Sydney evidence. Rushes Creek church meeting at Mr Black's Belmont. Local band sought for Tamworth function on King’s Birthday. Colvic moves dairy herd to Singleton by train. Some oppose electric lighting scheme. mayor to Inverell for questions. Federal alliance rents to fund irrigationists visit NT. Weather prophets drawn to light discussion.
Official intimation from secretary H. Dimmock that Grafiel's appeal against the Hack Race decision at State races has been withdrawn. Lawn will receive the bookmakers’ Day Lawn tickets.
Sydney PayDUCE Market prices list on Monday from Sussex Street market. Lucerne hay ranges from 5/ to 6/ per cwt in various bale sizes. Lucerne chaff prime 7/ to 7/2 per cwt, good 6/5 to 6/6, wheaten 6/1 to 7/7, eaten 6/7 to 7/6, straw chaff 3/8 to 4/9.
An eminent Vienna ophthalmic optician, Mr. Basser, visits Manila to offer free eye tests and suitable glasses if needed. He cites credentials from Vienna to New York institutes, with no charge for consultations. He will be at the Royal Hotel on Tuesday. A separate note reports vandals damaged Kasarah public school, tearing maps, setting fires, and daubing walls.
Frank Parton captures a scene at Bairds The Up-to-date Stationery showing a scene labeled Photos rH Enlare Web. The image highlights a storefront display and customers in a busy shop.
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