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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 21, 1951
Page
1
Manilla celebrates Jubilee by presenting Certificates of Merit to top school children for Essays and Murals. Ceremony at Rural School on Wednesday 26 September 1951 at 11 15. Alderman Girl to present. council wind up at 8 p m in Council Chambers. Highlights list winners in Sections A and B for essays and murals. population of Manilla in December 1951 is 1910, up from 1850 in 1940.
The council decided at its Wednesday meeting to run another immunization drive in December 1950 and January 1952. A Schick test is set for November 1951 with a second test in April May 1952 for those immunized.
A packed Milliwindi church marked the Jubilee Service noting the dedication of the church fifty years ago. The Venerable Archdeacon Young preached while a full choir performed. After the service, ladies served a tasty afternoon tea as Rev. V Duncombe welcomed the Archdeacon, the choir, and visiting clergy.
A letter from the Manilla Branch of the Farmers and Settlers Association of New South Wales to Enpresses Copeland, Canberra, condemns schemes to dispose of woolgrowers monies. It insists 73 per cent retention money and J.O. profits belong to woolgrowers and should be returned, urging government authors to propose any such actions.
Mr. F. M. Sisimet has received council approval to take photographs on Manila streets. The usual council fee will be charged.
A NSW Electricity Authority letter warns of a Tamworth gathering with Aldermen and the Town Clerk to decide the County Council fate affecting electricity reticulation. Manilla Business Men's Association backs opposing the County Council and advocates a regional referendum. Council will present letters at Tamworth and forward the group’s note to the Minister of Local Government.
The death occurred on 16 September at her home on Anzac Parade Maroubra. Alice wife of Arthur J Liddy is survived by six daughters and one son Thelma Doris Rita Clare Allie Jasie and Kevin plus a sister Mrs Webster of Coogee After service at Holy Family Maroubra the cortege moved to Botany Cemetery for burial
The Ferocious Tigers from Gympie beat a strong Manilla bowling side on their Friday visit, ending the tour with an eight point margin. Guests were hosted by Manilla officials at Olup House with hospitality from President V. J. But and locals, including Ken Smyth at the Royal Hotel. The match featured a Club Championship Fours final between Scott and Moore, while Club Pairs progress was noted with several peppered results. Multiple rink results were recorded, highlighting the close competition and sportsmanship between teams and towns.
Mrs Yates won Saturday's competition with Mrs Hall second. Sunday saw Mrs Ghys take first with Mrs McDonald in second. The brief notes record a Saturday first round and result details for both days.
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