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Newspaper

Manilla Express

Location

Manilla, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Oct 30, 1931

Page

2

Market gains lift wheat and wool as results boost confidence

The British election victory of the government spurred optimism across wheat and wool markets in the current week. Wool sales saw spirited bidding, prices rose to record levels, and individual sellers including Allan Geddes led with top rates. The 320 Annual Country Press Conference in Sydney elevated industry leaders, with Whitham, McLoint, Youne Henry, Creagh, Lingard, and Bload noted among executives.

Jy Snevens Allan Geddes Manilla B. Chapman Hall Creek Hid F. J. Bow M. Park P. V. Carter Sydm HB. Whitham Western Newspapers Ltd A. R. Mc Loent Youne Henry A.J Creagh Tamworth Messrs W. E. Lingard Newcastle Herald W. P. Bload Grafton

November Events At Rushes Creek Mall And Grand Continental

Readable notices show upcoming events in November including a Rushes Creek Mall rush dates at Ruchie and a dance on November 7 at the Grand Continental in aid of the Church of England. A November 10 Mechanic’s Bavhyo Party and a November 11 C W Music Hall and Dramatic Society Musical Review are listed as further gatherings.

Rushes Creek Church of England Thesday Mechanic’s Halla ‘K Tamworth and District Ryaetlent Winsie Alan McDonald

Deliberations Reported At CWA Meeting With Motions Carried

Dense notes from a CWA gathering recount motions on branch eligibility for conference, group executive limits, and non-partisan status. Mary Coates urged monthly branch meeting dates and a central fund for executive travel to State Conference. Nominations called by President Mel A J Studdy. Various amendments sought to rule changes and welfare measures including maternity care, education in obstetrics, and district hospital maternity units. Group officers elected with names and roles from Manilla, Barraba, Gunnedah, and Boggabri.

Mary Coates Mel A. J. Studdy Bear Qgonnedah Tweedie Gonnedah Bedford-Wood Curlewis Mra Bedford-Wood Carlewin Mra Green Bogwabr Gunnedah H. Venens Manilla Mra A. Smith Boggabri W.A N.S.W C.W.A National Council of Women Boggsbii Curlewix Green Bégnabri Curlewin Mrs Green Bogkabri Gurlewin A. J. Studily Ralbe Barraba E. C. T. Bowman Rignall Cowry CWA E. C. T. R Bowman Mix Blanch Mix Green Clover Bogga- Wi Pryor Carlewis Mra Veneny Cortewis Blaley Curtewis Cowla Rm Onsw Fawke Neenery A. Smith Namoi Group Sp Rt Northern Tablelands Group Corlewis Phillipa Guanedah Mra Henderson Nandewar Quanedah Bkin Mullatley Mra Errit Bogesbrn Mien Gunnedali Grow Bopgubri Barr ford-Wood 4. Smith Boegabri Mra A. J. Studdy Res Jand Mra Bear A Vanes Manila Erritt Rogenbri Ekin Mullaley Curlewia Redford-Wood Mind Adems Ao TF Erald Hill A. J. Study Confervive Reuion Jochimsen Studdy Baker Mani

Tamworth choirs score at Manilla meet in heated contest

A fragmented report from Tamworth describes a choral competition at Manilla with Ming Bowman narrowly beaten by Miss M Ambler of Newcastle by one point in a solo test and Manilla Methodist Choir delivering strong performances. Judges praised tone, legato, and expression while noting minor tempo and balance issues across choirs and sections and outlining results. The section highlights include Manilla Methodist's 99 points and Werris Creek 97 in a two part hymn and cantabile performance A forecast note mentions heat waves and Melbourne Cup betting. The article closes with thanks and conference remarks from Manilla Branch and regional leaders.

Bowman M. Ambler Newcastle Grace Torrens Manilla Methodist Verpix Creek Church of England Manilla Werris Creek Bopranos Balante Taargo

Bushes Creek Club Elects Officers At Annual Meeting

Bushes Creek Cricket Club held its annual meeting electing W A Bowman president Jim Brady secretary and treasurer and A May assistant secretary. Bushes Creek beat Upper Manilla with a list of batsmen and bowlers named from the match with Coote delivering several wickets. Daylight crowds formed outside the Gov Savings Bank for a lottery ticket sale as Manilla residents reported good wheat samples arriving from various districts.

Riles Creek Cricket Club W. A. Bowman Jim Brady A. May

Manilla boys shine at De La Salle College meet

Ashley Blevin won the Bishop's Cap Senior Championship for De La Salle Armidale with multiple top finishes by Norman Marsh of Manilla Ubay. Norman claimed the mile and 880 yards while placing in 440 yards, 100 and 290 yards, as crowds hailed Manilla athletes and Australian boyhood prowess.

de la Salle College Armidale Ashley Blevin Blevin Manilla Ashley Norman Marsh Manilla Ubay Norman

Social gathering rewards at a town event

A large contingent from town attended a function in the spacious court of Mr life residence. Mrs D O Sullivan won the ladies prize a hand painted Duohege Set Mrs J Donnelly won the hobby prize Mr F Martin took the gentleman prize a silk tie and scarf Mr J E Bimphon secured the hobby trophy The Ponte Carla Walls went to Mia K Fitzgerald and Mr J O Sullivan for a 4 floral covered box prizes were presented by the MC and supper was served by Mrs F I fille and Miss E Niffe with many ladies assisting.

Upper Manilla M.C Hause Ponte Carla Mia K. Fitzgerald J. O'Sullivan Mra F. Ifille Mien-E. Niffe Ikewna

British elections show Conservative gains and Labour defeats

Reported results indicate a large swing with Conservatives exceeding expected gains and Labour suffering numerous defeats. Arthur Henderson J R Clynes and F W Jowett listed among the defeated with about fourteen Labour ministers toppled as Ramsay McDonald followers win seats and large majorities shift to Conservative candidates.

Arthur Henderson J. R. Clynes F. W. Jowett Misa

Grayson to Visit Manila for Evening Sermon

A public man, Grayson, will visit Manila on Friday November 60 for an evening sermon. Rev. T. Hunter-Barratt will speak, with enthusiasm and knowledge, in a lively Southern venue.

Manilla Waa Rev T. Hunter-Barratt

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