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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 24, 1954
Page
3
The design searched for comfort in posture, seat and backrest shape, length and width. The tubular steel frame stays rigid in use. Folding or carrying cannot nip fingers. Height 3 inches, width 4 inches, depth 20 inches, seat 15 inches by 14 inches, tube 4 inches, folded chair only 4 inches thick.
The Manilla post office notes rainfall this year at 1220 points, the lowest August total on 69 years of records. The prior August low was 1591 in 1946, with 1923 also very dry. Full 69 year monthly totals are listed, highlighting ongoing drought conditions.
The Manilla Methodist Fair showcased jams and vegetables led by Mrs. J. B. Heywood who won multiple trophies including a collection prize. A rural school group performed folk dances before presentations by Rev. H. J. A. Emms and others. The event, organized by Ladies Church Aid, raised funds with stalls and a supper room, while a last minute film program was shown by Rev. Duncombe due to local mumps.
A parson urges proper Sunday use emphasizing rest worship and service. He notes government decrees aid observance and warns against letting the weekend become a weak end that harms spiritual life and family. He cites Jesus on the Sabbath and calls for collective restraint and responsibility.
Webster Jack and McDonald of Tamworth announce that optometrist Mr G B Steel will visit Manila on Thursday October 7 appointments may be made at Scotts Newsagency and offices.
Printed and published by the Proprietor George Arthur Greaves of Manilla New South Wales. The line indicates a local publisher note attributing the material to Greaves and identifying location and ownership.
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