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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 18, 1924
Page
2
Ladies during Wednesday Thursday and Friday shows with no obligation a range of frocks: Cinnamon Morocain frock with white buttons, priced at 6 shillings 6 pence. Bass Cotton Georgette frock at 8 shillings 9 pence. Grey Cotton Georgette frock at 5 shillings 9 pence. Pale Pink Fuji frock at 7 shillings. Six white voile frocks from 5 shillings 2 pence to 7 shillings 6 pence.
The Manilla Farmers and Settlers Association staged a wheat competition with Mr W E Kirk of Meadvale winning first prize. The event showcased careful farming, pest control, and the push for pure seed, noting 16 plots and strong regional prospects in the northwestern district near Manilla.
The Manilla Trotting Club held its post ponal meeting at Prairies Race Course with sparse local support. Officials and judges listed, while several races produced finishes, spectators from other towns outnumbered Manilla residents, prompting remarks on civic involvement and plans for future meets. Farmers discuss fallow strategies and fertiliser use amid local agricultural concerns.
Mr V Thompson MAR informed the Manilla Municipal Council that supplementary estimates passed, allocating £2300 for Manilla Post Office alterations and additions. Dr Earle Pate aided securing funds. tenders will be sought immediately and work may start within 12 months. Ald Wearne praised Thompson, and the council agreed to send a letter of appreciation.
In Barraba Shire this morning the Engineer’s report notes only the bridge itself would be replaced. The east approach would cost about £1000 with timber from the old bridge reused for culverts and other works. Mandowa Shire seeks a Main Roads Board grant for the project.
Publications Received from Allens and Robertson Sydney announce a two verse work Australian Bushrangers by Boxall now in book form at 2/6 a volume. Also news notes including death of W. E. Abbott ex M.L.A. for Upper Hunter and local events from Scone Orange and Sydney markets.
Farmers report rapid harvesting as dry conditions return with a strong westerly wind. Jas Heywood loads 220 bags of wheat in one day while B A Porter averages 14 bags per acre. Many fields run about ten bags per acre with potential for a short, high yield season barring carrier shortages. 75 headers have been placed in Manilla as agents push machinery into use.
Exciting cricket on Saturday saw Manilla and Charch England sides score evenly with Moffat Dawson and Brady prominent for Manilla. In Victoria Melbourne tests England vs Victoria featured tough bowling on a poor pitch with England innings totals of 210 and 190 in their two efforts. The Manly University first grade clash ended in a lively draw after Manly posted 653 and 253 while University failed to reach 8 for victory.
A Saturday tennis tournament resumed on town courts amid a lively crowd with national and local players competing. Winners included McAlister and Schaefer with 60 54, and final victory by McAlister and Schaefer. trophies donated by Stoddart’s Ltd and others. Next Saturday a singles handicap will be open to district players with nominations sought by secretary R J Collier.
The post poured golf tournament was held on Saturday with keen competition and high enthusiasm. Winners included C. N. Scott for Opening Driving and J. Blair for B Grade Driving, H. Lau for Open Putting, J. Blair for B Grade Approach and Putting, J. Lene for Open Putting, and W. Redfern for B Grade Putting. The club president awarded trophies, with remarks about Mir. AL Wilshire visiting friends. Next week's play planned. a Northern golf association forms to boost standards and a northern championship.
Mr W C Thompson MP reports approval for a telephone link between Baldwin and Manila following residents representations. Tenders are invited with a closing date of 8 December 1924. W Canam returned from a fortnight holiday in the city. Mrs W Bleir departs for a three month seaside holiday.
In Manilla Police Court Joseph Yates was fined for driving a car without a license. Woldon Hal was fined for riding a motorcycle fast on a deserted street. A civil case involved Stoddart and Standring over goods delivered and paid for. Inspecto r Blair fined Arnold for dirty premises. Local society notes report on A Wilshire visiting Mania, Mrs Osborne and family in Sydney, and other community updates including exams and a hospital operation.
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