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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 04, 1951
Page
4
Millions will be spent in boosting output with Holden set to reach about 50,000 cars annually. Ford and Chrysler plans follow, as industrial leaders foresee a national build up in motor plant capacity led by BHP and major car firms. The expansion is expected to rise further with the Snowy River project.
England raises tobacco prices with a 8s 7d for 20 fags and 2s 9d tax. The piece mentions Kelly and electricity tapping by ibycro by late 1953. It also notes General Motors targeting ports to Australia, New Zealand, and the East.
In Manilla the 1951 Ford V8 Custom Sedan preview drew keen interest from buyers and dealers. Mr. Ralph Veness noted strong demand and Ford’s Australia wide program to boost production of cars, trucks, tractors and agricultural implements. The new model features a redesigned grille, longer chassis, improved suspension, quieter engine mounting, optional heavy duty springing, better ride on rough roads, nine body colours, and glow cup instrument lighting with a redesigned panel.
The king grants letters patent making Singapore a city from September 22, 1931, elevating it to The City of Singapore. Once a swamp, it grew into a port hub with 700,000 residents, a commercial center in Southeast Asia, and a mix of modern buildings and crowded shacks.
Jute Controller confirms wool packs for the year ending December 1951 will be sold at 18/3 but must not be used for wool shorn in 1952. The move prompts tighter checks. Also mentions civil liberties views by Evatt and McKenna, Lord Chancellor Jowitt remarks on ban of the Communist Party, and a September campaign by the Government. Trespass and cautions posted for Kirkconnel Cunagundi with penalties.
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