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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 27, 1932
Page
2
Not a chemist or jeweller, the Manter Optician at 381A George Street Sydney will tie an ally by attendance at Royal Ho tupratiates.
A vocal protest denounces the Australian Cricket Board of Control for restricting players employment options while not playing cricket. Critics warn such regulations resemble Communistic controls and target stars like Bradman, risking national team morale and public trust.
A fragmented clipped report notes Premier Stevens delivering budget remarks. It mentions parliamentary action long in sight, with references to October 1982 events and efforts to restore stability and prosperity after political and financial wreckage.
A long report from Manilla details a Memorial Hall charity ball to fund crockery and kitchen chests reple tion costs. The event on Friday November 4 will feature a local orchestra, prizes, and donations urged by Mrs P J Burn and the Institute committee to raise about £30.
The Saturday street stall by Mrs R H Hudson aided the Manilla District Hospital linen chest. Postponed from last week due to rain, the stall reported good business and will contribute about £16 to the linen chest. Appreciation was expressed for donations, assistance, and loans of cones and nets, while noting improving production and employment conditions and relief from heavy taxation.
Thomas Wicks, aged 70, of Westbank Crow Mountain, died September 19 at Barraba Hospital. Eldest son of the late John and Mrs. Wicks of Tamworth, born at Port Macquarie. Lived at Stony Batter New England, Warren Downs near Walgett, Brewarrina, Narromine, then Weathank property at Upper Manilla. Survived by wife and six children: Daniel Henry Wicks Inverell, Mrs Herring Narromine, Robert George Wicks, Mrs Jenner Lowrie Manilla, Mr J West Upper Manilla, Mrs A Johnston Inverell. Funeral at Burraba cemetery Presbyterian section, Rev Lancaster officiating.
September 27 Spital at Upper Manilla and Tamworth Rodeo and Bushmans on 27 and 28. September 29 Old time dance at Memorial Hall. October 1 Presbyterian Spring Pair. October 4 Concert by Geo Manton Hall for Hospital. October 7 Sheep Sale. October 18 Show Pavilion Social at Memorial Hall. October 25 Wongo Creek C W A Ball. November 4 Mechanic’s Institute Dance and Euchre Party at Memorial Hall. December 3 Continental at Vicarage ground for Church of England.
The Manilla sheep sale attracts reader attention for the special ante on Friday October 7 at 2 pm. Auctioneer Mr V J By men is now receiving entries and will hear from intending sellers.
New Mexico women shine as they defeat opponents to win the Minor Premiership and major title. Watts OConnell and Swan Kelly trio deliver strong performances, with O'Neill Brady and Bowman leading in doubles. The RC tournament schedule shows upcoming matches next Saturday as national entries remain welcome for all events.
Two hospital benefit concerts hosted by G Manton Hall and committees of Manilla and Barebe Hospitals feature ex champion Robert B Cadden performing as a Tenor Horn soloist. Cadden, a renowned banda musician, began with Roselle in 1911 and earned multiple titles in Australia and New Zealand touring with the Imperial Band. Also noted are a postponed water pipe tender close, labor test measures, and a Presbyterian Flower Show at Memorial Hall.
Weather dampened play but club bogey results held steady. CR Manutider led with brisk consistency finishing one lap ahead while B M Smith close behind. Cec il Roy noted for improving form after plus fours. Doctors trophy went to H L Allnutt 7 and 6 with a crowded draw for the coming 9 hole handicap quiz.
Palais Theatre plans a full program tomorrow including The Expert as the screener. The bill features news, magic carpet, travel talks, comedy, and a special colortone review as part of a varied evening.
B Marshall and district residents are notified that a new blacksmithing and horseshoeing service has opened in Manilla at Elnett's shop on Marketstreet opposite the Imperial Hotel.
A school fundraiser at 385 George Street Spilney hosts two talks by G H Wright on Australian Birds and E M Embury on rare animal life. Monday night October 3 at 7 30 p m features slides for both lectures. No charge, silver coin collection for school funds. Attendees may visit the Court House Hotel on October 6 from am to pm where Mr A Newall represents the organizing firm, visiting town for over thirty years.
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