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Newspaper
Guyra Argus
Location
Guyra, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 06, 1950
Page
2
The Guyra Argus argues that Britain’s War Secretary Strachey faces persistent suspicion of Communist links. It urges clear denial or withdrawal to avoid undermining national and world stability, warning Labour risks deep damage if a minister prioritizes self over the nation.
A Ford Protect TMent turned over on the Armidale Guyra road Thursday morning. The car, driven by Herbert Arthur Cotterill of Sydney, skidded on a bend fifteen miles from Armidale. Cotterill and his wife were uninjured, but the vehicle was extensively damaged.
The annual ceremony of conferring degrees and the admission of matriculants will take place at New England University College on April.
News and views digest lists races and sports at Brockley on Saturday April 15 in aid of Guyrn Hospital and Red Cross. Officials urge contact for diphtheria immunisation plans. Chamber of Commerce meeting, CWA serial, a monster bazaar for Boy Scouts and Girl Guides, and electoral roll checks are noted. Anzac Day payments, school film screenings, and Potato Marketing Board talks are announced. Events include Diggers Ball prep, Far West Children's Health Scheme concert, major cattle sales, and a merino ram sale at Guyra showground.
The text notes two individuals tied to awards and badges in a Welsh setting, with one recipient named Sura and another Eadith. Details are fragmentary but indicate a recognition ceremony taking place in Wales.
The death occurred recently at Guyra of Mrs Janet Moore an elderly resident who passed 2nd milestone in life. Her husband James Moore predeceased her. She was daughter of the late Mr and Mrs D Fletcher of Calanie Walcha and leaves three daughters and two sons and a sister Mrs Steel of Mingary Wats. The funeral was held from the Presbyterian Church with many relatives and friends present.
Mrs Eliza Looker wife of Mr 8 Looker died at her home aged 74. She was the daughter of the late Mr and Mrs 8 Moore of Guyra where she was born and spent her life. Survived by widower two daughters Mesdames H Williamson and A Summers and two sons Lemuel and Alec Looker. A service was held at St James Church of England and burial followed in Guyra cemetery.
Mrs Mary Janet Ellis a longtime Guyra resident died at her home on Saturday after a prolonged illness. She leaves three daughters and four sons including James F Brazier C Varley and Miss Ellis of Guyra Sylvester Ambrose Nicholas of Glen Bluff Gabriel of Sydney and others. Internment was in Armidale Catholic Cemetery with Rev Father Hiscox officiating. T Crowley and Son managed arrangements.
Miss Grace Stewart and Mr Herbert Smith married at St. Stephen's Church Macquarie Street last Saturday. The bride, elder daughter of J T Stewart and the late Mrs Stewart of Moray Guyra, wore an all white embroidered frock with a three tier veil and fresh flower coronet. Attended by her sister Jean Stewart and an undercomaman the ceremony was conducted by Rev G N Beasley. The couple departed for Lord Howe Island for a honeymoon and will reside at Castlecrag.
Beneficial rain fell in Quvre on yan aiding several potato crops damaged by moth and grub. Recordings at the Guyra post office show weekly totals with dates in March and April, including highs around 72 and 76 degrees and lows near 54 to 57, indicating continued moisture for farming districts.
Roy Aliingham's Beau Geste took the Md stone hack class prize in Sydney, edging clear to claim the main award as the event crowned its winner in the Md stone hack category.
Northern cattle owners figure among Royal Easter Show entrants. Devon judges praise breed as useful for crossing with Shorthorns in tick districts. Ban Ban Carnation tops cows, with multiple Ban Ban animals winning in various classes. Mr Frank Dullon noted among participants.
A touring concert in aid of the Children’s Health Scheme will perform at Oddfellows Hall in GuyFur in April. Tickets £10 returned to audience members holding the lucky ticket. artists include Ish Reta Haines, Leonie Benton, Peggy Bar, Charles Jarrett, John Young, Sid Coleman. Proceeds go to the scheme.
In the Hereford cattle section Arandangle of Guyra officiated as associate judge. R Campbell of Benshaw led the United Dix Hilters world championship with 28 points in the Kentlemen's camp draft session.
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