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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 02, 1924
Page
2
The 1924 Manilla Express issue reports crop conditions and weather impacts with notes on rain, drought, and wind effects. It mentions harvest progress, crop status percentages, and regional farming observations as farmers track yields and conditions into September.
Fragmentary lines describe a project at The School Farm with a man directing works. The text mentions Mevdd av aerthe yin vette and references a result tied to the Manitliy district. Overall, details are unclear but indicate agricultural education activity and local efforts.
A fragmented reminiscence notes a local figure once a freeman in Manila, tied to a wartime effort and civic life. Familial mentions point to a 25 year milestone with a personal tribute and lingering memory of his contributions and character.
Local and general news item roundup includes Alderman Veness visiting the sick Mrs McCrossin of Armidale and Mrs Stowe’s long illness. Council debates drivers licenses and wireless hearing, motor agency changes, and library book additions. Municipal council discusses hydro scheme connections and regional development with Bathurst and Manilla figures.
In a humorous critique, A R McLend, a printer described as a nice fellow, voices a contrarian view on a half holiday. Fury erupts when a rival challenges his stance, leading to a playful confrontation and a series of comic exchanges about behavior and wit.
The event runs Thursday night at Moworlad Hill with preparations by Misses Thos Brien and J Nonovan. Patrons will find a welcoming program and a chance at a ten shilling seat prize. Juveniles begin at 4 pm with activities and entertainment throughout.
Fragmented OCR describes flooding damage after Friday showers The Upper Muze river Hose causes service disruption with a passenger evacuated by train from Cp. Mouillytation A surge of feline involvement and new nurse movements are mentioned in unclear terms.
Local notes report weather conditions and community events. Hospital sports are highlighted with a Saturday event and strong attendance expected from distant towns. A court case is mentioned with guilty pleas and related costs.
In a Saturday rugby clash Manila beat Warialda 16 to 13 after early pressure and a key try by Donovan set up a lead. H Bennett orchestrated Manila’s attack with Bennett adding extras, while McGregor and Stamm scored later for Warialda before Manila sealed the win.
Report describes early wireless broadcasts reaching news items and race results plus musical programs from the Wentworth Hotel entertainment. Intermittent electrical interference noted but Saturday night signals carried jazz band music and dancers across the state with a voice announcing Morty Dook's telephone message release.
The Diggers Cricket Chats held their annual meeting at the Mechanics Institute on Saturday. New officers were chosen with Dr Rayson as President and Dr Thomas, Messrs L Custom and N Rowman as Vice Presidents, W Gannon as Secretary, WH Chav as Treasurer, and C Wenss P O Camor and G Snage as committee members. Delegates to union named Chave and Cannon.
At a meeting in the Arcadia the Church of England Cricket Club affiliated with the Manila Cricket Union to play in the McLeod Shield. Rev AL Harvig was elected president with several vice presidents, a secretary treasurer, and other officers. a social was planned at the Masonic Hall on September 14 to raise funds. Membership set at half a guinea. meeting reminders issued for September 6 at 7:30 pm.
The article previews a domestic comedy titled To the Ladies adapted for the screen by Woeller Woods. Starring Edward Harlun Pheudore Roberts Helen Doe Tom Endy aint Louise Dresser with Wall Covington Arthur Hoyt and others, the film debuts at Meetamies Pictures this Wednesday night following a sensational New York run.
A Manilla district hospital report notes total collections of 117 4, indicating financial summary data from the facility.
The death occurred at Manila District Hospital in Sunday morning last of Mrs Charlotte Carter widow of the late John Carter at age 77. A longtime Manila resident she leaves a family of nine including sons William George James Edward John Albert Reginald Emin Fred and Annie. The funeral was held on Monday.
A Manilla Local Land Board session reviewed road purchase applications including Thomas Rowman and Patrick Brady with postponements for several parcels. Commissioners considered valuations from Joseph Murphy and others, with several properties recommended for appraisal and one exchange plan and fencing works approved or pending. A spring horse sale by Robert John Greer was announced, noting strong market demand for draughts and trotting horses and a high entry gate near Stanthorp.
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