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Newspaper
Guyra Argus
Location
Guyra, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 07, 1910
Page
1
A sprawling item notes the upcoming winter timetable changes by the Railway Department affecting schedules, with Brisbane Express reassessed. It reports political activity in Guyra and Armidale, candidate speeches by Mr Foster and Mr Griffin, campaign committees, and expected polling results. It also covers local club meetings, school staffing moves, business openings, and a serious accident case at Tubbarrurra with injuries.
A letter discusses the approaching federal election and cites H M Suttor’s 1910 circular on insolvency in New South Wales during 1909 under Protection and federation versus Free Trade. It contrasts 1907 and 1894 insolvencies, recounts farmers’ losses, and recalls potato prices and glut. It also cites Sydney building tides, suburbs growth, and 12 months of strong private construction activity with substantial expenditure.
Correspondent from Black Mountain urges review of rate assessments for Conditional Leases and Homestead Selectors converted under the Conversion Act. He notes uneven valuations, proposes revaluation or original basis for payments, and asks the council to address fairness, revenue impact, and possible appeal proceedings. He asks for council action at the next meeting.
A reader contestes attacks on the Protectionist policy by Labour Party critics and decries slander by some Sydney papers. The writer claims the value of buildings is 3.441,000 and argues for support of Fr. Poster, praising Protection as a remedy for crop harvest prices, while accusing opponents of taking bribes.
Work on a new brick front for Monira, Giming and Rutherford’s Bradley Street business is under way. When finished, it will markedly improve the old O’Neill and Brown structure. Glen Innes Contractors have the job in hand. A four room building near the Post Office for J. and F. Grills of Aberfoil has been completed by Mr. Robt. Hamilton. The Oak fronted premises will be occupied by A. A. Brown and Co Auctioneers and Mr. Dryndale of Guyra.
About 20 players attended at Carroll's Guyra Hotel last Saturday as Mr. Trevor-Jones chaired. The club was formed to enter the Glen Innes Competition with a 10 shillings annual subscription. colours chosen Royal blue and gold. Office bearers include President J Ty McGovern, Hon Secretary J W Trevor-Jones, Hon Treasurer M Carroll, and committee members H Helgar C A Moore and Cecil Moore. Practice match planned for the Showground on April date at Lappan’s Hotel venue.
An esoteric note from a clipped report hints at a visit by Barraclough and discussions on Guyra eyesight concerns. The fragment suggests medical or community health observations tied to local engagement and ongoing investigations.
A damaged OCR style notice outlines an upcoming concert featuring Heaney as a contralto, with a mix of performers including a brilliant pianist, a pair of Bach pieces, and local artists. It mentions dates in April and venues with Australian connections, but many names and phrases are garbled, leaving an incomplete program and uncertain performers.
A group including William McDowall and Jose Saraay faced charges for abstracting pollen. Constable Blakeney testified observing the accused with suspected stolen cattle items and livestock ties. McDowall resisted arrest while other details remain unclear due to fragmented OCR text.
A wary traveler notes a quiet road scene near Gayre County after heavy rain. Hazards linger as floods recede and some routes remain barely passable. Residents fear extended closures while authorities assess damage and plan seasonal maintenance.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a campaign urging Seton and various named donors and figures to vote for a slate. Mentions of Commonwealth Haase Wedooad Hijo and candidates include Mendwed Palaford and Pylkford amid partisan lines. Details are unclear and names may be corrupted in the source text.
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