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Guyra Pastoral Show reports record finances
At a committee meeting of the Guyra Pastoral Agricultural and Horticultural Association the latest show was hailed as financially record setting. Subscriptions for the year totalled 342 pounds 5 shillings, gate takings 142 pounds 16 shillings, car gate 92 pounds 11 shillings 1 penny, and stands 45 pounds 7 shillings 3 pence with a credit balance of 490 pounds. Members praised the new showmen’s organisation, discussed cattle yard rules, and approved a stage with ramp for sheep handling. The Rugby League club sought use of the grounds for next season with a 5 pound 5 shillings fee. Trustees changes included J A D Cameron elected to fill a vacancy and Herb Clark resigning. The association plans a 25 pounds offer for labour camp facilities and will fund junior farmer prizes and travel grants to Hawkesbury College and future tours to New Zealand and Britain.