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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 26, 1933
Page
2
Fragmentary notice mentions a product SIMESOL S EXPECTORANT THE NEW TONIC COUGH and associated trades including a chemist and optician in Manila with telephone line. References a dentist A O Kelly and a future visit or meeting on a Wednesday or Saturday in September 1933 with unclear times and locations.
Manilla Express reports the Manilla Musical and Dramatic Society will present a cleverly written comedy of love youth and adventure to aid Manilla Hospital next week. Highlighted by lighting effects and special scenery led by Mr Hunt Palais Theatre, the two show run on October 5 and 6 with seats already selling fast.
Leaving Manilla matron Mebanrin Smith of filendeate Private Hospital disposes of her buy iners to Sisters Boardman and McKnight of Taree and Kemp. She will depart Manilla next with her son Tan. Matron MiLaur iN tas Deen served Manilla forty years and previously led Manilla District Hospital. Her sons Tan and Mae are now qualified married accountants, while her father Marjorie trains for missing information at North Shore Hospital. The article also notes social club events and a conference attendance in Sydney.
A letter from Kacel Orchestre explains why the group did not play at the Tennix Club and B.C. Tennis Club dances. It cites financial strain, gear costs near £200, scheduling, and the need to keep a steady lineup, arguing against partial hand splits and inconsistent pay.
Manillz Rifle Club held its annual prize shooting last week with 19 members in two grades A and B. Conditions were 7 shots at 300, 500 and 600 yards with handicap. McLeod acted as range officer and noted high skill, with Malone and Bow man among top scorers. Malone achieved a 101 at 500 yards, while Takeley and Bow man contested 600 yard prizes. overall shooting quality was exceptional.
Sydney brokers note strong demand from York shire and the Continent for wool, prices about 5 percent below last week. Faulty and dusty wools were irregular while western fields offered poorer quality. Turner's selection was barely adequate, with dusty and Barry tines plentiful. Monday prices show declines across grades and regions, with lambs and clips contributing to total volume. details mention Manitin and New Bina values and notes on broken lots and returns.
The induction of Reverend Mitchell as minister in Manilla was marked by sermons from Rev. C F D McAlpine Tam-ith Rev. W A Thompson and Rev T Allen. Community leaders and clergymen welcomed him with speeches and a social at the Masonic Hall followed by a meal prepared by the Ladies Guild.
A fragmented report describes a street stall on Fosnital Street with an odd exchange involving Moe the Baa and a small crowd at an event near a hoot bel WD bn ai wh. Details are limited but the scene highlights an unusual, locale specific moment.
A trotting meeting of the Show Trotting Committee and owners was to be in the Show Secretary's office Saturday night but is postponed due to the secretary's family bereavement. The gathering will be held Saturday October 7 at the same time and place with all interested parties urged to attend.
By Niblick On, Wednesday four ball best ball at par. Winners Ling B HB Cadden W O Neill with 2 up. Other scores include R Ki Cadden W O Neill 2 up and R Chapman R O Neill T up. Several matches played. Grantham beat O Neill Kennedy beat Kelly Coote beat Ven es Miller beat O Neill Stephens beat McDougall. Next event a flag competition. roll up sales encouraged. draw at club house. Second round entries extended to Wednesday 27 inst due to weather.
Australian Board of Missions fundraiser meeting at Corella tennis courts Milliwindi last Tuesday September 19 chaired by Rev A Battersby. They will hold a basket picnic on Eight Hour Day October 3 starting 1 pm with a programme of games and novelty events for all ages and tennis court use. Admission is a silver coin 1/3d for events.
The note details the first off-shears sheep sale set for Friday October 6 in Manilla with W J Byrnes predicting about 6000 sheep yarded. It mentions the Presbyterian Flower Show on October 6 with trophies for cooking and flowers and that schedules are obtainable at the office. Other items note unrest reports, a 1923 Sydney fortune claim by Martin Edward Burke, a 1925 Chevrolet ad, and Melbourne messages about Mr Kingston and Tamworth Hospital, plus cricket and swimming pool mentions and the Kangaroos’ ninth straight win over Wigan 10 to 4.
An advertising note states Menora Shaw Bros. will buy freely in Manilla and nearby districts, offering cash and advances to mediate payments. One line was missed where growers were sellers. Local agent Brady & Sons, Post Office Hotel and Arthur Street.
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