02 Nov 1954
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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 02, 1954
Page
1
Classified listing for Axminster carpet squares in sizes up to 9 by 9 feet and 106 inches with multiple prices. Indicates £38 2s 6d, £44 3s 6d, and £49 19s 11d options. Offers distance measurements and dimension notes for 9x9 and other sizes.
The trial reviews Dr. Johnson alleged failure to treat motor accident victim George Mitchell at Manilla District Hospital. Mitchell died after ruptured bladder surgery. witnesses debate whether immediate surgery and shock treatment were required. Doctors defend timing, while witnesses cite standard urgent care for ruptured bladder and shock.
On a visit to Sydney the Secretary of the Manilla Hospital Mr L Wilshire met with Tamworth MP Mr W A Chaffey at Parliament House regarding additions to Manilla Hospital. Chaffey contacted Mr Stinson of the Hospitals Commission and Health Minister Mr M O Sullivan about the project. It is advised tenders have been called for the additions and £15000 was allocated for 1954/55, though the Hospital Board has not yet received official confirmation. Professor Walter Murdoch notes that science has not filled the gap left by a retreat from religion.
The Manilla branch of the Farmers and Settlers Association will ask the Federal Member for New England to oppose the Governments plan to retain any surplus in the five year Wheat Stabilisation Fund. Mr R V Goulton led the motion saying funds at close of the period belong to growers and should be returned. The motion, seconded by Mr L Bowman, was carried unanimously.
The Manilla Branch of the New South Wales Farmers and Settlers Association votes against a proposed three state Oat Pool to compulsorily acquire and market oats. The branch cites higher NSW prices, storage and grain protection issues, and opposition to forming another board. The decision follows a circular from Head Office and recent discussions among rural organisations.
Oscar G. Wicks was fined £3 at the Manilla Court of Petty Sessions for failing to report an accident on the Manilla Somerton road when a front tyre blew at about 7 p.m. on a steep hill. The owner William B. Roach rode as a passenger and the driver lacked a license, which he also faced fines for.
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