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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Oct 22, 1936
Page
6
Section II Horticulture stewards detail pavilion steward duties and show rules. All exhibits must be staged by 9 am on the first morning. Plants and cut flowers must be grown by and owned by the exhibitor. Loose foliage allowed in bowl flowers and roses, plus basket flame.
Section D FARM and DAIRY PRODUCE outlines exhibitor rules for entries non members and juniors, best bushel wheat from paddock, departments of wheat oats barley maize chaff hay and fodder plants with prizes including a 400 day clock and bags, points system for the Manilla show trophy to become absolute after three wins.
In a House statement Hon H W C Thorby clarifies how the Commonwealth aims to fund farmers debt adjustment under the Debt Adjustment Act. The policy requires funds for debt relief without bolstering state revenue, with suspensions of creditor rights allowed where state law permits. Queensland law currently excludes the Crown from suspension, prompting proposed amendments and awaiting government guidance on funds needed through June next.
The Phantom Gold story prompts a film by Tolhurst and Kathner with H V Foy’s expedition casting doubt on the gold bearing claim. Stan Tobiwsry stars Lasseter, Bory Ruck plays his part, natives shown, and Captain Pittendrigh with Mr Hamre depict a desert rescue. Rupert Kathner produces, Cantaent A C Stevens narrates travelogue. The production promises a bright show grounded in the well known tale.
Exhibitors must be bonafide Junior Farmers' Club members and entries pass via the Cub’s Advisory Committee. Entries free. set up the afternoon before. Prizes cover Dairy type judging, grasses, seeds, vegetables, beans, peas, roots, tubers, tomatoes, cucumbers, melons, pumpkins, marrows, squashes, lucerne sheaf, wheat sheaf, honeycomb frame, and weaving contest. See schedule for details and certificates awarded.
A September meeting at the Hotel Australia launched the Eleanor MacKinnon Memorial Appeal. Lady Gowie praised the late founder and urged public donations to extend Junior Red Cross homes in New South Wales, with a representative executive committee formed to oversee the memorial.
Paul Keyne argues Biry Australia must grow pantry production to offset reliance on British and overseas markets. He warns that resuming immigration and expanding skilled labor in New South Wales and Victoria could strengthen farms, manufacturing, and defence needs while boosting population and export outlets. The piece urges a definite policy reply soon.
The article chronicles Lenden, a gifted architect, who designed flats on various London streets and private homes with modern features. It highlights his early life in America, education, and rapid ascent to fame with prize-winning municipal building designs, including a New Jersey competition. He is described as transforming London’s architectural scene with American-influenced fat designs and innovative interiors.
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