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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 17, 1931
Page
2
A patchwork of lines reports rain damaging wheat, price drops in markets, crop yields, and shipping, plus social items about a musical revue, mountain climbs, and travel mishaps. Names, places, and dates are unclear, creating a collage rather than a single event.
The Manilla district names thirteen candidates for the upcoming council poll led by P. G. Bailey and W. Bennett with long serving Aldermen J. Kennedy and C. Hayward among contenders. A review notes each candidate’s public Energies and roles within the Shire and local groups ahead of the election.
After a superb season, Manila Golf Club closes with a historic surplus as finals crown A Grade winner Reg Chapman for the third time. Russell Turner claims B Grade, while R M Smith dominates Royal Cup and Patron’s Trophy, with Turner beating D Me Mackenzie in a close President’s Cup clash. The club reflects on narrow escapes, bright prospects, and plans for stronger conditions next year.
In a letter to the town and district, Kuhn defends former employer Mr T. O'Brien regarding compensation delays. He states O'Brien did not hinder payment and aided in the claim with the insurance company. O'Brien provided home meat for over a year of illness and supported Kuhn, who blames the insurer rather than O'Brien.
South Africa trails WZ.W with 425 and 190 declared in second innings as Curnow tops 772. NSW totals 168 in first innings and 208 for 1 in second with Bradman 82 not out and Fingleton 73 not out. Victoria and South Australia figures show 336, 336, Ost and Waterhouse compete in a golf match with Waterhouse narrowly losing to Smith 5 and 4. ALF Cup results highlight multiple trophy winners and a social trophy presentation planned by the recreation committee.
The monthly meeting notes resignations, appointments, and donations. Mr Clifton's resignation accepted with regret. Mr W N Murphy appointed to vacancy. An exchange of 100 books with Boggebii Institute planned to sustain reading at low cost. Memorial Hall repairs assigned to Works Committee. Council donation and appeals for further support noted. Preparations for Tamworth Institute show include invitations to Manilla and card games, card fee changes, and emphasis on exhibit entries across livestock, crafts, and arts.
Mr Ray West expresses gratitude to the doctors in attendance Mar Yon and the nursing staff of Manila District Hospital for their kind care and attention during his recent illness.
Walter Arthur Filcil Town Clerk and Returning Officer for Manilla nominates candidates for Aldermen to form the council for the ensuing term. Listed are Bailey Frank George Bennett Walter Bowman Edward Thoman Carter Martin John Coates Joseph Easterman David Mitchell Hayward Charles Frederick Kennedy John Duncan Kennedy John Norman Liddy Arthur Joseph McLeod Alton Richmond Sperrey Joseph Augustin Ren There are more candidates than seats and a poll will be held on the Sunday of December 1921 at the Council Chambers Strafford Street Manilla from eight in the morning to eight in the evening. W.Ytswell Town Clerk and Returning Officer Council Chambers Strafford Street Manilla 13th November 1931.
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