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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 15, 1929
Page
8
Legends say Li of Yunan and Kuei-Li found life extending herbs while searching for plants. Born 1677 during Kangxi era, he reportedly lived past 200 and now nears 800, with 23 wives and a vigorous, prime heart as he girds for further study in Pekin. Professor Wu notes Li’s age and travels.
A board of inquiry led by Mr. A A Kelly exposes widespread unsuitable foster homes in Victoria, citing Royal Park depot conditions and severe supervision gaps. The report prompts calls for reforms as 80 infants overwhelm the system and political constraints hinder immediate action. Dr Argyle, the Chief Secretary, expresses shock and contemplates an inspector-general to drive changes.
J W Cook regrets every time Amounis wins a race as the brown gelding, sold for 1800 guineas, turns out a famed stayer despite a Williamstown Cup and Caulfield Cup near miss. In current ownership Amounis shines at a mile with two Epsom Handicaps, two Cantata Stakes, Essendon Stakes, and Craven Plate victories. Mr W Pearson bought Amounis believing he should be a stayer, and has since seen mile success and notable wins in major sprints.
Princess Victoria's ex-husband, the Russian waiter Zoubkoff, was found in Enskirchen after being served with divorce papers. He claims he entered Germany to see his wife as she petitions for divorce citing desertion and pursuit of an affair with a barmaid. He was ordered to respond within 48 hours amid her bankruptcy and sale of heirlooms.
East men Mr Jw Thompson announces a new carpenter’s brace sold by local News that lets users drill holes while whistling tunes like Home Street Home. The device claims extra leverage reduces effort, works on dry hard wood, and fits any bit size. Thompson plans to travel to Brisbane to promote distribution.
The New England North & North West Producers Company reports rigid policy on selling wool at Sydney parity. At a recent sale M H McCosker topped with 10 bales at 184d. The firm notes growing demand, many returning clients, and plans for a London shipment with 80 percent advance for ninety days. The next sale is set for the 16th with 4000 to 5000 bales catalogued.
The Becretary Farmers and Gramvra Cooperative conducted a large wool sale on November 12 listing bales from Barraba Upper Hunter and regional districts. Prices held firm for merinos with top bids reaching 224d for several fine lots while crossbreds and faulty lots showed hesitancy. Buyers from France Germany and Russia participated with notable activity in Melbourne markets and a 6212 bale sale scheduled for November 19 and 7.
Dr Page, Chief Canadian Medical Inspector of Migration, warns rough sea voyages ruin mental balance and may be prescribed for unsettled travelers. He based his theory on examinations of migrants to Canada amid warnings about sea travel and mental stability. The report notes a fifth victim in a Dusseldorf case of a serial killer.
Next month the United States luxury liner Malolo will visit Australia with American business men and wives on a pleasure cruise. The trip includes a Shell Oil screening of the MacRobertson expedition to illustrate Australia transport challenges, arranged with the Australian National Travellers’ Association. Roy Gollan will travel aboard Nieuw Holland to Batavia to join the Malolo and accompany tourists. The Malolo, owned by Oceanic Steamship Co, is noted as a fine liner.
Reports claim a long running feud between two women leaders dating from the Norman Bruhn murder fueled a ten year conspiracy. On Armistice Day the Union Jack was raised at Rotherhithe Town Mall replacing the Red Flag. London Reds hold Rotherhithe, a Thames Dock area stronghold. Suspected intruders accessed the flag pole on Sunday night and swapped flags, then greased the pole.
President Hoover says the world remains in an armed peace with ten million more men under arms than before World War I. He and Mr. MacDonald believed they acted in the cause of peace but neither party made any firm commitment.
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