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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Oct 19, 1926
Page
3
Acting Prime Minister Dr Earle Page called on the public to judge the Dutch and American oil combines for raising petrol prices. He recalled wartime findings of price manipulation by foreign oil interests and criticized recent unexplained price hikes after distribution schemes.
Public meeting called for Friday at 7 45 pm in Manilla Council Chambers to nominate a candidate for the Popular Girl competition in aid of the Cancer Research Campaign. J F Wearne, Mayor, invites a large attendance. Also notices Manilla Memorial Hall tonight Tuesday directing a musical comedy Wilde flower and a plan to box seats at Scott's.
New South Wales Government Railways announce an excursion from Manilla to Sydney on Tuesday 26 October. Tickets sold single for the outward leg with a coupon for return within set periods. First class 8/9 4d Second class 5/10d. Tickets valid up to 200 miles return within one month. over 200 miles within 42 days. Returns must use specified trains. W J Morris is Secretary.
Light refreshments will be provided from 6 p m at the refreshment stall in the vestibule of the hall. F McGrath, Secretary. A good laundress wanted for above position. Please apply.
Reported win by Manfred in the Caulfield Cup costs bookmakers £300,000 IMPOUNDED at Manilla on October 15 1926 by W Hall. A separate notice lists a for sale brindle cow and calf at the Manilla pound with sale slated for November 4 1926. Namoi Park trustees warn trespassers after October 19 1926 and offer rewards for information on water sabotage or fence damage on reserves. Also classified ads for poultry stock from D Thomas with price on application.
The notice outlines a plan in Manchester offering membership for ages 16 to 44 with a capital of £1,120,000. Benefits include £21 weekly for starting members, hospital benefits up to £21 weekly, funeral cover up to £40, and free medical attendance and medicine for self, wife, and children up to age 10.
A fragment lists Folding Brownie items series No 2a and No 2 with reference to popular prices. No dates, organizations, or clear events are provided. The text appears as a catalog line with product identifiers and price notes.
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