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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 01, 1923
Page
2
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Article notes the Public Works Committee's vote against four Northern Railway expansion proposals Inverell to Guyra Inverell to Glen Innes Guyra to Dorrigo and Casino to Tenterfield. It criticizes the decision as unjust and argues for a Northern Government to advance northwest rail links and coastal connections.
Tobacco growers express satisfaction with improvements in the industry driven by advances in farming methods and market conditions. The report notes better yields, higher quality leaves, and growing demand for refined product quality among buyers and exporters.
In a letter to Express the Minister for Agriculture F A Chaffey M L A outlines government support for distressed farmers amid drought. He pledges sympathetic consideration for past advances and urges Rural Industries Branch applications for further aid to help farmers stay on the land while noting broader economic strains.
In Queensland at the Gympie road a flooded gum stump near the 33 mile peg marks a boy who joined the war. Sam Allan, famed axeman, cut the tree to stand as his monument before leaving for service. He later fell in France as schoolchildren wreath the shaft in tribute.
A reflection on how money corrupts sport, contrasting past players who joined clubs for love of the game with today’s players who seek gate receipts, noting that balls, bats, and travel were once paid personally and injuries were borne in sporting spirit.
A large gathering in Junee celebrated the farewell of Mr. BE W Redfern and Mrs Redfern on their move to Manilla after seven years in town. Speakers praised Redfern’s church service and loyalty while friends presented gifts from parishioners, the Women’s Aid, and local staff.
The report notes that Mr. Lloyd George has accepted an invitation to visit Australia. It mentions Stoddart's Ltd opening a £2 Toys for Trea display and hints at plans for a Ley-by option, though details are unclear.
Edward Hurcum youngest son of the late Dunedoo couple wed Valerie Bailey fourth daughter of Manilla couple in a ceremony led by Rev. E A Harris. The bride wore La Tosca satin with silver trim and orange blossom wreath. Bridesmaid Miss Marjorie Bailey wore pink crepe de chine. Best man was Mr Carl Bailey. The couple receive many valuable gifts and plan a Sydney and Blue Mountains honeymoon.
Independents and Corella played Saturday with fourteen aside. Gardner bowled deceptive deliveries, Corella won by one run after a tight finish. Notable scores include J B Watts 14 and G Coulton 29 retired for Corella, while J Gardner troubled batters for Independents.
A fragmented record shows cricket scores with players Brady Watts Gardner and Dowe, plus totals and absences. Following sports results, there are church service schedules for Manilla, Miltiwindi, Rushes Creek, Wongo Creek and Upper Manilla with times and officiants, including Rev J A Walsh and Rev KR Harris.
Reports from Attunga describe heavy locusts clogging throats and crops. immigrants like reapers arrive then depart with little work. Haunting signs show ground barren with hares present, headers and harvesters unlikely this year. Phosphorus carte notes many perish as fields reveal poor prospects.
December 12 fixed as the last day to lodge all Federal and State income tax returns in New South Wales. Forms for a single tax authority expected within a fortnight. Enquiries target all companies absentees and other taxpayers with £200-plus income in more than one state. Penalty for noncompliance is £100. Separate payment dates will be set to avoid lumping obligations. State tax likely due in February March April or May.
In The Crossroads Michael impersonates his uncle and faces suit for breach of promise by actress Miss St Clair after announcing engagement to Ruth Anthony whom he saved from a park pickpocket. Garrett Chesterfield manipulates events to derail the case amid a staged stock market scam. The story screens at Poulton's Pictures on Saturday.
A sensational advice line claims applying salve to a corn and pushing a foot through a window will remove the pane from sight. The gag blends crude humor with a faux cure and reflects unlikely sensational tips in the period.
A special meeting of the Mechanics Institute debated buying a second hand picture show plant for 320 pounds. President C F Hayward chaired as a full attendance approved the purchase proposed by Stoddart and Macdonald. A sub committee will finalize details. further talks to be held at the November 9 monthly meeting.
The Qualifying Certificate Examinations were held yesterday with 62 pupils in Manila. The Bursary Examination is planned for Friday, supervised by Mr. E. Graham, Rev. BR. A. Harris, Rev. J. A. Wash, and Miss Rowe. Stoddart's Ltd. is taking Xmas suit orders, urging early bookings.
The Manilla Diggers Cricket Club held a preliminary meeting to form a club with officers elected. Delegates Chave and Gannon named. membership set at 10 shillings. Players listed include G Snape Woods Gilroy Rutter Rev. Graham J Gilroy. A meeting at the Mechanics’ Institute planned for the fall.
The Victorian Spring opens at Flemington with Cantala Stakes and Hotham Handicap among the main events. Leading contenders include King Carnival Rivoli and Comique in the Derby and Versine Kalwarra Heroic in the Maribyrnong Plate, with Easingwold Wynette Claro among Cantala Stakes entries and Bitalle Heir Spoerst Happy Queen among Hotham Handicap possibles.
The Red Cross Society held its usual monthly meeting yesterday and scheduled two more street stalls this year. A stall on November 24 will benefit the local hospital and another on December 22 precedes a three month recess in January February and March. Last Saturday the stall raised £5 net. Donations and assistance for the hospital stall are sought from Mrs. W. D. Hartley, honorary secretary.
Departure of Mr Willis and Maeve after two years as manager of the Government Savings and Rural Banks. He left yesterday for a new appointment with his wife and young daughter. Mr R L Collier succeeds him, arriving Monday with his wife and family. The Rural Bank grew locally under Willis and aided primary producers.
Donald McKennie, manager of the Wowan cotton ginnery, faced conspiracy to steal honey charges. The court discharged him as the wife, present in court, was distressed and later died at a known beauty spot, After which she reportedly wrote to police she could not live for him.
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