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Newspaper
Wingham Chronicle And Manning River Observer
Location
Wingham, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 14, 1929
Page
3
Manning shire council met Monday with Cre, Muligny president, Machin, Bird, Summerville, Martin present. Discussion covered road improvements, culverts, finances, and a proposed plant purchase for maintenance, amid debates on funding, contract matters, and conference conclusions.
A chaotic scanned page advertises Bulmer's two week sale on remnants and fabrics with numerous prices and product lines. It highlights white blankets, velour coats, fur and wool items, striped frocks, and various home goods, plus a long council road note unrelated to the sale. The text is fragmented with many misread terms and scattered details about construction contracts and local public works.
A fragmented report notes a motion to amend and request Mr Martin take up the matter. Local officials debate action as the assembly considers how to proceed on the issue raised by Mr Elwott and Mr Martin. The tense session focuses on possible remedies and next steps.
A Manning Shire Council deputation led by Maver Wo Afflek Facxie and C Bowers seeks work on the Tarve Tuncurry road near McCulloch Hill to Tuncurry bridge. Residents complain of gravel and drainage while officials insist on MEG Rowe guidance and funding constraints.
The council discussed protecting the business at Old Bar Reserve, considering charges and revenue sharing with taxpayers. Proposals included modifying the reserve’s access and funding, with Dr Martin and Brockeneidge debating who bears costs and how much. Local residents voiced concerns as talks touched on road access and compensation for beach use.
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