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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 11, 1932
Page
2
Notice for next visit on Saturday December 3 with hours from 10 to floor and a reminder that all repairs and correspondence must be addressed on Row AADSPP. GPO Sydney.
The article muses on Armistice Day marking the end of the Great War in November 1918. It recalls humanity’s long history of war, the costs in lives and resources, and the folly of conflict as nations seek dominance. It laments the violence and praises peace after centuries of struggle.
The meeting approved officers for the 1582-33 season including President C F Magnarl and Secretary A Griffiths. Plans outlined for a free from cattle water supply project, early morning swimming lessons, and public enrollment. Browne’s resignation noted as secretary. water works progress described and a season wind-up social set for November 23. A reflection on war’s impact and advocacy for the League of Nations closes the record.
The Manilla council debated removal of yards tied to funded projects, naming Mr Byrnes as interim saleyard manager and later confirming no change to the decision. Ald. Cohen and Mayor supported keeping the current arrangement with funds to allow future termination. Also noted were new Labour Agent Wick Puth appointed for Mupifia, a wreath purchase for Soldiers Poppy Day, and permission sought by the Manila CWA to place a sign.
A municipal council in Manilla weighed a Business Men's Association letter on street paving and centre park, with eight votes for and five against. Aldermen Cohen Gall Hayward Blanch Kennie Dra Waterborne and McLeod voted yes, while Kennedy Coates Stoddart Coulton Smiles Rob erty Rochfort opposed. others abstained. The mayor upheld the decision, noting no further change unless proper procedure is followed.
Tobacco buyers have been in Manila since Tuesday. Crops were inspected and some sold at prices from 1 shilling to 2 shillings 8 pence per pound.
The article notes religious programs at Nvinai River and New Melon with Rev. B David Pearson and Rev BR Grayson, plus musical recitals and an Australian Board of Music theory examination at St Joseph's Convent. It also reports the 1932 U.S. election outcomes with Roosevelt’s victory and Hoover Act defeat.
This morning bulk wheat trucks were spotted at Manilla yards. Station master Mr Dug an stated ten trucks are available for Manilla. Each truck can carry about 2000 bays.
Valedictory afternoon at Manila District Hospital honored Mrs Nuriye Burrell a keen hospital supporter. Presentation by wives of directors with a two piece Doulton ware and praise for the Burrell family’s two decades of aid. Mrs Burrell thanked all and spoke of a maternity ward legacy funded by her late mother.
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