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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Oct 04, 1923
Page
2
Tailoring shop invites customers to order at the corner for new spring suits. It promises tea low prices with standard fabrics and high grade tailoring. The ad stresses smart cutting and honest workmanship.
The amended three year agreement secures a minimum purchase of 1400 tons of flue cured leaf by the British Australian Tobacco Company, with potential increases to meet market needs. Growers may sell sun-dried leaf this year and scalable quantities in following years, preventing a land slump and supporting local industry. The deal hinges on high quality leaf and a shift toward sun-dried and flue-cured production.
A special meeting of Manilla council selected W M Odgen as town clerk from four applications. Odgen, a returned soldier of the 34th Battalion and former Warringah Shire assistant clerk, will assume duties on the 22nd of the month.
A Manilla deputation urged the Northern District department to replace the dated main street post office with a modern building. Local officials cited congestion, inadequate sorting facilities, and revenue trends while supporters argued for federal investment to reflect town progress and enhance civic pride.
The report recalls a Sunday event in a local area with lights burning during a storm and lanterns aiding recovery. It notes crop concerns with wheat and oats, reduced acreage versus a decade ago, and concerns about rains and market prospects depending on weather in the next two weeks.
William Minter described as company directors and a Justice of the Peace was fined £5 and £1 9s for seeking to bribe Constable Davis who had noted a footballer's indecent language at Waitara Park. The man claimed the money would go to a police fund to spare the lad's court appearance. He gave no appeal notice. A grandstand at Goodwood Park Racecourse Tamworth burned down Monday night.
Public notice warns all dogs in towns and near main roads must be registered by September 30. Prosecution may follow for noncompliance from October 14. Vermin control dogs are not exempt and owners must describe all other dogs kept to the police.
Mr Dan Clifton of Clifton Ltd recently took part in the Interstate motor trial and on the return journey from Sydney set a notable record. From Mudgee to Barraba he covered 220 miles in 6 hours at an average of 35 1/5 miles and used 1 tin of Kalifene petrol for 110 miles. Also noting tailored coats at Stoddart's with special prices.
A charity ball will be held at Wongo Creek on Saturday 6th inst to benefit the Wongo Creek Cricket Club. Organizers urge strong support to ensure a successful event.
A footpath on the western side of Manilla Street between Strafford and Market Streets nears readiness for concrete work that was to start last Monday. Supplies delayed by cement shortages have held the project up for several days until cement arrives. The passage also cites a global wheat harvest cycle across months and countries from January to December.
A Tuesday evening gathering of church members and adherents, organized by the Ladies Guild, bade farewell to Miss Iris Coote. Gifts included a xylonite brush and comb from church members and a bound hymn book from teachers and scholars.
Coulton's pictures drew a large audience on Wednesday night and management announces a special showing with no programme planned for Saturday.
A reader reports an incident involving alleged theft of over a dozen bates of leaf in the past ten weeks. The complainant claims the matter was used to obtain a small bribe or incentive, though there is doubt about the value or intent. No brass farthing was found.
The Hifle Club results list E Forster and Capt. Thomas among top marks in first grade pool events. E Forster leads with scores 534 and 566 for multiple trophies, while J Macdonald and B Forster also post high totals. Trophies include Capt. Thomas and J Macdonald cups, plus Loseby and McLeod awards for distances 300 to 900 yards and related aggregates.
About 1000 Justices of the Peace were gazetted yesterday. In the Northern lists, R Hawker of Gunnedah is named. The Tobacco Growers Association plans an important meeting Saturday at the Mechanics Institute to discuss business, diseases, and delegate reports.
The Arneliffe sisters who planned a Manila visit last month due to illness will perform on Thursday October 18 in the hall under Salvation Army auspices.
The Freezing Works announced a limited supply of fresh fish to be sold Friday morning to local residents. The move is expected to benefit people seeking affordable seafood options tomorrow.
Mr Elliott from the Department of Agriculture lectured on sheep and wool during an on farm demonstration in Manilla. The lectures were described as interesting and instructive by attending farmers who heard the wool clipping and husbandry guidance.
The bridegroom's mother wore cashmere de soie. The gathering included Mrs. Jones and Mrs. C. N. Scott. The couple will motor to Glen en routs for Sydney and the Mountains where the honeymoon will be spent. The bride wore a navy gown with oriental embroideries and a grey hat.
Church services listed for Manilla and nearby areas with times including 7.30 p.m. at various venues and morning services at 8 a.m. plus memorial and evensong references. Supply preacher noted for Upper Manilla and Wongo Creek area events.
The youngest O'Brien brother Patrick O'Brien died at his residence in Gunnedah aged 88. The family had earlier total ages of 354 years among four brothers and only Phil O'Brien remains alive. Oldest brother Jim O'Brien lived past 100, with ties to Kelvin via F J O'Brien.
The sale includes the racial cattle horses and all plant on the property. Service cars will be left on the morning of sale. Details available from agents W Byrnes Manifla Bacon and Co. Gunnedah or Garvin and Ceus ens Tamworth.
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