Werris Creek Urges Abattoir Location for Rail Hub
A proposal argues Werris Creek is ideal for abattoirs due to its railway junction status linking the great northern and great north-western lines with a direct connection to the western system. It notes three Queensland lines, proximity to towns, coal mine nearby, and strong rail freight potential, highlighting decentralisation and stock depreciation benefits.
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Werris Creek
Great Northern
Great North-Western
Western Railway
Queensland
Wallangarra
Flemington
Meentre
Nsw
Quirindi
Tamworth
Manila
Gunnedah
Hoguuber
Asterards
Weerris Creek
Preston
Ancient Bible Sells in London for £20,000
Fragmentary report notes a London sale where an ancient Bible brought £20,000. Other desultory lines reference wheat prices in Sydney and local market figures, but specifics are unclear.
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London
Obituary for Tom Birmingham of Keepit district
Tom Birmingham died in Manilla on Thursday at age 53. A returned AIF veteran who served in France, he lived in the district since age 12 and worked for the Gardner family at Ornadalla and later for J Paterson on his Keepit property before his death. A sister Miss Birmingham attended the funeral conducted by Rev. R Grayson.
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Manita Deirit Im Ital Isle
Tom Birmingham
J T. Byrnes
Upper Manilla
Gardner
Ordnadalla
J. Paterson
Keepit
Birmingham
AIF
France
Miss Birmingham
Manilla Sn
R. Grayson
Armistice Day services and Evensong preacher visit
Wednesday Armistice Day Holy Eucharist at 7 a.m. with a special tribute to all who gave their lives in service of the Empire, and as thanks for peace. Friday November 13 has Holy Eucharist at 7 a.m. and at 7.30 p.m. choral Evensong and Sermon by Rev. J. H. Needham, chairman of the Australian Board of Missions. He will visit Manilla on Friday the 13th. services as stated. Rev. T. Hunter-Barratt, Vicar.
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Needham
Australian Board of Missions
Manilla
T. Hunter-Barratt
Butler Breaks Record In Flight From England To Australia
But ler, a Cootamundra airman, surpassed Scott of England by one hour thirty five minutes with a flying time just over 9 days. Cricket Victoria beat South Africa by 89 runs, Victoria 284 in 1st innings with Woodful 129, 91 in 2nd. South Africa 235 with Christy 110 and 43. New South Wales led Queensland. McCabe scored 229 in the first innings of 432. match to be concluded today.
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Cootamundra
Butler
Scott
England
Australia
Victoria
Woodful
South Africa
Christy
New South Wales
Queensland
McCabe
Queensland batsmen bowled out for 85 in follow on
The Queensland second innings closed at 85 all out. We won by an innings and 240 runs. CWA musicale at Palais Theatre on Wednesday November 18 at 8 pm to aid local branch funds. Program includes orchestral and vocal items, choruses and ballets. Tickets from Frances Hiscox, Mary Hiscox, Veness, and Jochimsen.
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Queensland
Palais Theatre
CWA
Frances
Mary Hiscox
Veness
Jochimsen_ ea
Rain Storms Sweep Across State Causing Damage
Rain storms on Sunday and Monday drenched the state with heavy rainfall and strong winds. Reports from Bogga bri estimate losses near £8,000, while parts of the district between Rushes Creek and Somerton recorded 2 to 3 inches. Wheat stands ready for harvest but rain yesterday would have aided yields. district rainfall totals include Manila 134 points and Upper Manilla 63, Kiri 2105, New Mexico 198, Meat 46, Upper Halls Creek 12, Birghes Creek 250.
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Boggabri
Manilla
Rushes Creek
Somerton
Manila
Upper Manilla
Kiri
New
Mexico
Upper Halls Creek
Birghes Creek
Rathiff'a
Parish Fetes Raise Funds Across Rushes Creek Area
Over three weeks Anglicans staged parish events to boost funds. From a October 23 hall supper at Halls Creek to a Somerton social and a Rushes Creek social on November 3, committees led by Arthur Chapman and M Roberta organized meals, decorations, and music. Strong attendance, orderly conduct, diverse stalls, and generous support from locals and visitors ensured significant parish income for parish funds.
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Halls Creek
Arthur Chapman
M. Roberta
Swimming Club Seeks Members and Life Saving Plans
The swimming club notes hot weather may boost support and aims to improve local facilities. Membership fees are reduced to 2s 6d, with more women invited to join. A committee will run life saving and trials for the Glen Cup, with early nominations due. Upcoming events include musical society shows and community dances in November and December. influenza cases rise, urging rest and care.
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T 6
Adios
Gente
Wool sales and Grant Cup results at local events
Prices at Newcastle Wool Hales and Sydney wool markets show mixed bales with many lots sold at 10 to 20 pence. The Grant Cup rifle final crowned R F Loweby as champion at 700 yards and E North as top scorer at 300 and 700 yards. Mandowa Shire nominations left two unopposed in A Riding, with a contest set for 0 Riding and a postal ballot closing December 5.
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Newcastle
Manilin Grasers
A. McDonnald
Wellbank
Hally Grock
Zebedee
W. Molloy
W. Molloy, ‘Glenbrook’ Halle’ Creek
C. Lennon
Albro Farm
Keepit
Wheeler
Horton Park
F. E. Heywood
R. F. Loweby
Capt. Malone
E. North
W. Bignall
C. Grant
E. Doak
Mandowa Shire
J. Coates
Drs. Bowman
Crs B
O. T. Bowman
M. Park
Connvillors
G. White
FE. G. Ratliff
Harry W. Venews
Sale of 6000 woolcrawers at Manila by Mr Byrnes
An auction at Manila next Tuesday the 17th will offer about 6000 breeding woolcrawers. Auctioneer Mr W J Byrnes says the lot is good quality and suitable for immediate sale.
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Manilla
W. J. Byrnes
All First Hand Lines In Splendid Condition Full Particulars
A brief note indicates that the full particulars will appear in the next issue, signaling a forthcoming detailed report or update.
Palais Theatre Ballets and Music Night
Palais Theatre on Wednesday November 18 hosts a program by members C W A Younger Set featuring ballets and choruses. Tickets two shillings with no extra booking charge. Also notice for harvesting contract near Manilla inviting applications to harvest about 50 acres of wheat ready November 10 and to apply by phone 129.
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Manilla
Phone 129
Social event at Won go Creek Hall details
A social event will be held at Won go Creek Hall on Tuesday December 8. Tickets cost two shillings for ladies and three shillings for gentlemen. The function is under the auspices of Wongo Creek C.W.A.D with Abherfield as secretary.
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Wongo Creek Hall
Wongo Creek
Wongo Creek CWA Christmas Tree Donation Event
Wongo Creek CWA will stage its annual Xmas Tree Turse on December 8. Children within ten miles will receive gifts via radio neighborhood outreach and local volunteers.
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Wongo Creek C.W.A
Impounded Horses at Manilla October 1931
Two notice items from Manilla NSW. A bay horse and a brown gelding, both unclaimed impound notices with open sale dates set for November 12, 1931 if not released. Names include E. P. M. Swan, J. Blair Poundkeeper, L. C. McDonald, and Castlereagh Street Sydney plus details on branding and markings. Also probate notice for Thomas Brady estate in New South Wales seeking claims by January 8, 1932 with James Brady and John Duncan Kennedy involved.
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Manilla
E. P. M. Swan
New Mexico
J. Blair
L. C. McDonald
Clydesville
Supreme Court of New
Supreme Court of New South Wales
James Brady
John Doncan Kennedy
Brady
Mereto
John Duncan Kennedy
Manila
Abbott & Allen
Castlereagh Street
Sydney
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