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Newspaper
Guyra Argus
Location
Guyra, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 06, 1950
Page
4
The notice lists Good Friday services including am Litany and Ante-Communion, a Three Hours Service, and Easter Day Holy Communion at 8 am, 10 am family, and 11:15 am. It notes Wandsworth service cancellation for Gbamurras and mentions a Festival Evensong. Clergy named include R F Kirby and Rev CG Mathieson.
Examinations at University College Sydney for New England University College Armidale in late 1949 and early 1950 show Arts and Science faculties with 80 percent passing all subjects. Arts students often progress with partial passes, while Science requires passing all prior year subjects. Seven described degrees and honours figures appear amid fragmented wording.
A NSW parliamentary push seeks a referendum on creating a Northern State. The Country and Farmers parties back the move, arguing new states are essential for decentralization and regional development. They pledge action if elected, while Labor promises steps to develop northern districts.
Ashford coal fields near Ellerslie show extensive deposits with high quality coal suitable for open cut mining. Case urged securing a new private contractor as the Bureau of Mineral Resources may cease operations, noting the work is important and offers cheap coal, as Joint Coal Board members prepare a report on best methods.
A leading London designer notes a growing interest in dressing among women, especially the younger, with more elaborate evening wear and brighter fabrics. People seek glamour through fabric and color, while overall cuts stay simple. high prices reflect couture emphasis and selective taste.
An overseas film report notes summer plans may bring a wave of stars to Sydney by late July. Gene Kelly and Ernest Hemingway properties are linked to Metro productions, with Greta Garbo, Ronald Colman, and Ethel Barrymore rumored for future projects.
Transport Minister Mr O Sullivan sent a letter to Hon D H Drummond in reply to Deervale C W A members urging reduced registration charges. He noted proposed increases target registration fees, not motor tax, and traced rising police and road traffic costs from 1932 to 1948, highlighting long-standing fee trends.
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