30 May 1924
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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 30, 1924
Page
1
The notice outlines a Friday schedule for a general council related to Attorney and Solicitor matters. It lists a sequence of times and venues including 12 5m and 18 12.30 pm with general caral.
Fragmentary notice describes a new motor car service operating between Cunniedah and Manilla with schedules on Maw day Wedneeday and sret Friday. It mentions times around 9:30 am and references meetings and central town services, but details are unclear.
The report notes limited activity after Brisbane sales with fluctuating wool values and steady demand for good quality goods. It cites English industry pressures, weak Britain’s 1924 trade, and possible consolidation to spur production, with Sydney sales planned mid to late June and mixed cattle, sheep, and lamb prices across regions.
Canberra settlers and returning soldiers face crow damage to lambs. Roy Hetherington devised a 6 by 8 yard net trap with a center gap and decoy bird, catching 39 crows in two days and around 200 overall. Other residents report high success using similar traps.
Mr H Hatwell of South Australia warns tradesmen will be future men as high wages draw boys from trades. He cites Queensland firms importing skilled painters from England and says Australia lacks capable men. He urges school leavers to choose trades over oversupplied professions. Woods Great Peppermint Cure referenced.
Harold Arthur Fairleigh, noted Australian herb specialist, announces he will visit Barraba on Monday for consultations. The notice lists a wide range of ailments and claims, urging those with eye, ear, nose, throat and chronic conditions to seek advice.
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