Annual Hospital Ball a Brilliant Night Despite Threatening Weather
The Manilla Hospital Ball drew 85 to 90 couples despite rain fears. Mrs G Bowman and Mrs C Park led a devoted committee with elaborate decorations by Mrs Cox and Mrs Park. Music by Mr Stone, supper well managed, and a gross takings around £80.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. Bowman
Mira
Colin G. Park
Manilla
Cox
C. G. Park
C. Park
Rawson
A. Mes. S
Bowman
W. Baldwin
Chapman
Burrell
Mes. Oakes
Eacleson
Wearne
O'Neill
Barnes
R. C. Grantham
A. Blanch
Unemployment in New South Wales a Wake-Up Call
In August there were 10 000 unemployed in New South Wales highlighting systemic failures in social and industrial life. The writer argues Australia offers vast opportunities and criticizes idle dependence while noting rural labor cuts and farmers hiring only when needed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dureau
N.S. Wales
Australia
Jacky
New South Wales
Lebor
Beduh Ghcorb
Huntiecds
Ambiguity in Wages and Employer Investment Returns
The fragment notes that wages paid to workers should show a reasonably profitable investment for their employer, implying considerations of labor costs versus expected gains. It discusses profitability thresholds and employer evaluation of wage strategies.
Conference to Discuss Noxious Weed Control in Sydney
A conference will be held in Sydney at month end to discuss weed control. It includes Department of Agriculture officers and association representatives. Last year a proposal for a central board was raised but shelved amid government concerns. The 119 Act lets shires enforce weed destruction on non crown lands. progress varies by district with some facing high costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Department of Agriculture
Central Board of Control
Hydins
Storm disrupts town as wind and hail wreak damage
A Wednesday night storm brought fierce wind rain hail and thunder causing travel disruption as the town lights faltered a pepper tree on Reewan Street fell and wheat crops may have suffered. An advertisement for the annual prize event at Mytholdiet Fair appears in this issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Poventle
Omiel Detiny
Reewan Stret
Hearts Aflame in Motion Pictures Packed with Big Stunts
Reginald Barker's Hearts Aflame features heavy camera coverage with up to twenty cameras on the forest fire scene. A near bus accident in Attunga prompted authorities to report no major injuries. Manilla Partners and Settlers' Association notes that wheat wool finances are arranged and the first advance will be issued soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Percy Hiburn
Reginald Barker
The
Mechanics’ Pictures
Attunga
Hospital Hall
M. C. Mackenzie & Sons Ltd
Reeves
Manilla
Manilla Hosts Annual Education Conference
Manilla became the centre for the yearly Education Conference with 32 to 50 teachers arriving to participate at the Manilla Rural School. Opening remarks by J T Wilson Inspector outlined the program including papers on corrections in composition and testing and demonstrations by Pringle. Civic welcome by the mayor and shire president praised local support and emphasized environment and home training in child development.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manilla
J. T. Wilson
A. G. Avis
Pringle
Ald
G. F. Hayward
Manila
F. E. Heywood
Wilson
A. C. Veness
Sehanhors
Tamworth
Man- Wa
Education Department
Cricket match ends with five run margin win
In a Saturday match J Byrnes selected side beat Kennedy by five runs 164 to 59. Snape starred 35 not out for the winners with Baker scoring quickly including a six. Kennedy led scoring for the losers with 17 as Baker O Conor and Riznall took wickets. Schaefer held a superb catch. Next, Manila Club faces Church of England on the oval with listed players.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sams
J. Byrnes
Kennedy
Snape
F. Baker
Baker
O’conor
Riznall
Schaefer
Manilla
Church of England
Diggers
Rev. Harris
J. Bignall
M. Waywood
FH. Rodgers
G. White
A. White
W. Coupland
E. Coupland
R. Bignall
D. Jones
Young
N. Gardner
L. Gardner
R. Chapman
R.gardner
Manila
Dust nuisance in main street prompts council action
A reader urges the town Council to install a water cart to suppress dust in the main street. The writer cites health and business losses, noting merchants would fund wages for a cart operator if the Council supports the plan. He stresses dust is a civic matter affecting all.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rab.r
Withdrawal of Progressive nomination due to family illness
Mr A L Abbot of Kootingal writes to the Farmers and Settlers Association that he has withdrawn his Progressive nomination for Names amid a family illness. He notes unity and continued party support, expresses honor at the endorsement, and mentions the new Radin Magazine on wireless discovery, with Mr Kidd acting as CPS at Manila.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. A
Kidd
CPS
Manila
Vote of thanks carried at conference as citizens attend
Mr. Lockrey of Barrahe proposed a vote of thanks to the welcome and said it would hearten the conference. Mr. McAlister of Manila seconded the motion and called it most gratifying to see citizens present to honor the occasion. the motion was carried.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lockrey
Barrahe
McAlister
Manilla
Cally
Induction at Manila Presbyterian Church for Rev J B Thorn
Large gathering at Manila Presbyterian Church to witness the induction of Rev J B Thorn to the Main charge. The ceremony was led by the New England Presbytery ministers including Rev W Powell and Rev C Walkon with music by Mr A G Avis. a sermon urged high standards of life and faith in God and Jesus Christ.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manila
A. G. Avis
Paulkiner
W. Powell
C. G. Walkom
St. Giles’ Church
Fidinburgh
Empire
John Ruskin Haw
Tom Payne
Voltaire
Dreyfriars
Jesus Christ
Plato
Christoble
Angel
Mannetoth
God
Earth
Vwonev
Renna
John T. Mill
Jesus
Uniform road plans urged by Ziff letter to council
A letter from The Ziff criticizes the 2isulowa Shire Council for inconsistent road building methods. It urges a uniform system, questions long serving engineers, and calls for younger candidates and ratepayers to support merit over seniority.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ziff
2Isulowa Shire
Uneise
Thasl
Sips Ding
New Mexico
Vvoungdernow
Wweh
Serious accident injures Mandowa Shire worker Geo Sing
Geo Sing a married man and veteran employed by Mandowa Shire Council suffered severe facial and eye injuries when a shale blasting drill exploded Tuesday about 4 pm. He was treated at Manilla Hospital after first aid. the patient is progressing as well as can be expected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo. Sing
Mandinwa Shire Conner
Sing
Rayson
Manilla Hospital
Sine
Mandows Shire Council
Bible praised as powerful guide and salvation
The text extols the Bible as the greatest literary production and the gospel as the power of God unto salvation. It urges faith in God Jesus Christ and the Bible and calls for fighting for global emancipation from evil. Mrs Chapman announces opening a ladies and children's wear business in Manila.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lorel Macauley
Neste Teribes
Tistora Trae
Wentle Natline
Paul
Jesus Christ
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Stoddart’s Limited
Mi&s Bartier
Mo Riven
Tnken Brave
Cricket
Presbyterian Church
J. B. Thorn
Shire
Serio
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