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Newspaper
Guyra Argus
Location
Guyra, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 04, 1904
Page
3
Current Topics warns electors to check their franchise rights for the state election on August 1. It notes some rights printed in red ink are useless and must be updated, while blue ink rights remain valid. Constable ONeill can issue rights until 9 oclock, with extended Saturday service available.
Last Friday Measis Everett White and the show committee inspected the racecourse to assess suitability as a show ground. While some leaders favor North Goyra Recreation Ground, a final decision awaits the next society meeting with broader member input.
The Guyra Progress Association held its annual committee elections on Monday night. Strong working committees were elected amid broad interest, with 12 of 24 nominees required to stand. Some members were not fully satisfied with the result.
The article reflects on the Progress Committee and its efforts toward progress, noting the hope that the newly formed body will outperform its predecessors in advancing the era.
The pest of blow flies has killed and injured hundreds of sheep, with ongoing fatalities despite steady human care. Officials note cold weather no longer limits the infestation as flies reappear after frosts, remaining active like summer swarms in grass.
In Guyra the firm of W K Saunders and Son expands from general goods to funeral services. Their first burial, that of Mr Morse, showcased a high standard of ceremony with a coffin rivaling better setups. The venture fills a local need and spares residents from traveling to Armidale for funerals.
The Parliamentary Electorates and Elections Act updates extend the time for police to collect names of electors from July 81 to August 21 each year. Changes affect rental lists, transmission to revision clerks, and objections. General lists will be revised in December instead of October, and general rolls must reach returning officers by March 1 of the following year.
In New England district foxes and dingoes are causing serious trouble for sheep owners. Foxes kill sheep by removing the tongues and lambs suffer heavily. few foxes have been shot. Dingoes spread due to lax control, with high bonuses in some areas and none in others. Rabbits are increasing and appearing in greater numbers across the district. Exchange
A historical advertisement touts Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablet as a remedy for stomach troubles, bile issues, and consumption with strong claims of efficacy. The product is sold by J McMullen in the period-appropriate trade listings.
The Guyra Progress Association held its annual general meeting with present members including Nowland Purser Rae McMullen Mulligan Starr and Sole. Minutes were read and accepted amid letters from railway and public works departments and a contentious hospital case involving William McLeod prompting a pledge to prevent recurrence.
A brief notice urges rapid action when a child shows symptoms of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. It warns that waiting even a minute after a croupy cough begins can risk an attack and advises prompt home care as per J. McMullen.
An advertisement extols Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as honest and reliable with a thirty year reputation. It claims a positive guarantee, safety for children, and absence of injurious substances. Sold by J McMallen.
The schedule lists services at Everett at 21 a.m. Liangothiin at 3 p.m. and Guyra at 7.80 p.m. Masa will be celebrated at Guyra every fourth Sunday of each month with the next service on August 28.
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