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Newspaper
Manilla Express
Location
Manilla, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 27, 1938
Page
2
A ceremony marked the laying of foundation stones for the Anglican church as the building nears completion. Bishop Mayes led a large clergy assembly in the impressive event held Wednesday afternoon, signaling finalisation after nearly twenty five years of effort. The completed portion reflects the church’s grand vision as a House of Heavenly Vision and earthly service.
The newly formed Scouts Band of ten players under Mr. H Dengate delighted a large Barraba audience at the Scout Hall opening last Wednesday. They performed a number of pieces and received hearty applause as arrangements are being made for a return engagement within weeks in Tamworth. The band includes J Dickson P Hayne J C Dengato and others on steel guitars mouth organs piano accordion and drums.
Regina Revie presents a Tuesday Palais Theatre program with ballet and classical numbers. A novelty beauty contest for town youths adds local appeal to the event.
A Missed entry in the published list of participants at the AW Nations Ball pageant drew attention. Mrs Venessy, a keenly interested member, was not shown among the participants, prompting remarks on the oversight.
On the eve of war Britain and France urge peaceful settlement with Germany as Czechoslovakia faces possible invasion. Hitler in Berlin declares Germany will not tolerate others within its borders and will act to secure final territorial aims with Mussolini backing Germany.
Northen District Project Championships results show Man ila and Tipper Manilla clubs succeeding. KR Cooke and N Martin win 1st and 3rd prizes in poultry, M Bridge of Upper Manila excels in vegetables. Lads deserve congratulations and encouragement toward state honours.
At the Boggabri show last week Mr A Coote won a fine silver cup for Manbetta Polwarth sheep. The event featured awards for best in class and notable entries from local breeders.
A ladies American tournament is scheduled for Friday October 7 with big entries expected after previous successful events. Manilla Rifle Club held its 1938 prize meeting last weekend with a fall report due in the west nine.
The Manilla Show Committee held its September meeting at the Mechanics Institute with vice president Ed Nixon presiding. Attendees included S Bell, W A Bonian, A Brown, J A Byrnes and others while Shire Council members were unable to attend. A trophy cup was presented to A W Coote for fodder conservation and plans were made for the next show on March 17 and 18, 1935.
Applications invited for an apprentice assistant in electricity undertaking at Manila. Applicants must be under 15 and hold the Intermediate Certificate. Three months probation, then potential apprenticeship in electrical trade. Town Clerk W Tilshnh notes address and deadline October 10. Bowling green closure and October 12 meeting also mentioned. Weather: cloudy conditions with possible changes.
Mr and Mrs VJ Byrnes and daughter Clare returned Saturday after a six month holiday across Europe and Britain. They praised health abroad, noted hospitable Germans yet neutral attitudes toward Britain, and expressed pride in Australia and the British Empire. Local reports also mention Glen Tries visits, a Manilla return, and ongoing street footpath work in Strafford Street with willow trees planned along riverbanks.
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