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Newspaper
Guyra Argus
Location
Guyra, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 04, 1949
Page
2
A 1940 editorial argues for a compulsory secret ballot to resolve coal and seamen strikes. It criticizes Communist influence in the Miners Federation and Seamen's Union leadership, cites the Haligonian Duke incident, and urges unionists to choose peace through secret ballots to restore national harmony.
The Commonwealth Director General of Agriculture outlines export limits for maize, with figures and quotas under consideration. Officials emphasize impact on production in Tablelands and other regions as plans for tonnage exports are debated.
Personal news from Guyra recalls Migs Cameron’s visit from Kentucky, congratulations for Philp Starrs arrival, births at Guyra District Memorial Hospital, John Peargon holidaying at the Bank of NSW branch, Elva Horner visiting from Invessell, and holiday plans of J Richardson and J Jones. A touring bus missed Guyra pickups, and Dr Shallard notes a string of medical issues among patients and relatives, ending with his quip about neighbours.
The Guyra Brass Band schedules its annual meeting for August 8 with hope of large attendance. A citizen’s farewell event plans to take place next Monday evening in the CWA rooms. The Northern Tablelands Group conference will be held in Guyra on August 19.
President W Brodie spoke of recovery after surgery in Sydney and welcomed members back. The treasurer B Cock presented a sound financial statement. papers for Mrs Janet Russell’s emigration to Australia were received. Northern State Councillor Brissett announced non‑candidacy and absence. Sub‑branch praised Guyra loyalty. Happyland showbid and W Yeo as State president discussed. flood and cyclone relief noted with government aid and welfare plans.
At the Gayra sub branch meeting strong support was voiced for the Miss Australia Quest 1949 candidate Milas Phyllis Schaeter chosen by preferential ballot and nicknamed Miss Guyra. A committee was formed to manage details and funds, with a concert in Arcadia Theatre raising about £70.
At the annual meeting Mr PB Jones led discussion on erecting a hall on land set aside for Scout and Girl Guide use. A committee was formed to raise funds, with officers named including Cleary president and McHugh secretary. A September 22 meeting date was set at Central School.
Mr Watson condemned the politics of Communists as the greatest evil in Australia and accused Menzies of being a major disruptionist. He argued the opposition leader toured coalfields to ignite labor unrest and that his visits preceded the coal strike to anger workers.
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