06 Aug 1936
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Newspaper
Guyra Argus
Location
Guyra, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 06, 1936
Page
1
Miss Theodora Stephenson is listed with multiple names in a social notice. The document mentions a function on Sunday at Gall Cloth Hone and a date Mortday Sahl 7, with a stated price of 68 dollars. The text includes several recurring misspellings and fragmented names.
Arcadia provides a decisive score contribution in a key matchup. Player Giral Aik delivers for EREK Mooklel, boosting the team’s position in the standings and signaling strong form ahead of upcoming games.
Amid uncertain trading, market quotations show wide swings and shifting bids. Traders note thin liquidity and mixed signals as prices move across sectors with several names showing notable activity and volume.
The fragment reports the death of a member of the Jacko family from Armidale and Dereaye with years of life and community ties. It notes a funeral service with attendees, names several relatives and local figures, and mentions a long local presence and sports enthusiasm.
An obituary sketching the life of Norman Pearson from Aruidale Wapnst notes his long involvement with church and Sunday School. It mentions associations with Mrs Remus and Mrs Henry Watson, and references Ferns, Wood Tish, and Rev Wilkie. The prose is fragmented but centers on his status as a respected local elder passing after a long service.
The obituary notes the death of Mr John Ryan of Lomond after a long illness. He carried contracts connected with a railway fine and was active in the Twerrel district. He leaves a widow and a large family including Mesdaniye Japtek and Ming H Ryan, plus several grandchildren. The funeral will be held at a Roman Catholic church with burial at the local graveyard.
A drowning occurred on a Tuesday morning near the Guyra area as a motor van reportedly crossed a washed river crossing. Eyewitnesses describe workers and bystanders at the scene, with authorities and local figures named in reports. The incident involved the van's occupants and prompted investigation into the crossing conditions and response.
A meeting to analyse matters concerning diphtheria items was held last night at the shire chambers. Attendees learned more about the scheme and possible actions, with assurances that arrangements will be clarified at the next session.
In Guyra Agricultural Bureau notes a public meeting on noxious weeds and their control. Mr. G L Wesson and Mr Carn will discuss weed issues with local residents under the auspices of the Forest and Agricultural Department. References to prickly pear and skeleton weed highlight regional agricultural threats and urgent actions planned in late August.
The Sunbeam knitting competition at Roberts drapery drew entries in multiple classes. Prizes included first and second for best knitting and novelty items, with a visiting judge praising the quality. Entries were made using Sunbeam wool, and the display featured mannequins by the window.
Worguen plans a three week leave from Gay Venation amid political tension and a photo fraud scandal. The move comes as Me John Moroneys and others in Guyra’s business circle face scrutiny, with supporters praising his tenure and others warning of risk to state memory and national party unity.
Local football action referenced for the Maher Cup between East Cape and West Guyra with ghosts and native players noted. The report lists players and officials, mentions yesterday’s competition results, and previews upcoming knock-out rounds and Wednesday petitions at the Town offices.
Guyra Golf Club played a match on the Country course yesterday with a victory for the home side. The score detail is unclear due to damaged text but indicates a win for the club in friendly competition.
A Sunday service at the Presbyterian Church in Armidale has been postponed. The usual July 9 gathering was rescheduled, and a new date will be announced by the church's leadership. Members attending the remnant list service should await further notices.
Local officials report routine civic duties carried out by RURA KOFF with cooperation from General staff. The event covered standard community services and included a brief briefing at Onct Adet with attendees from municipal offices.
Across the past week temperatures were recorded locally for several days with values around 54 to 56 degrees and weekends noting 52 degrees. Rainfall for the month totals show a record high on Monday, with the Amine being noted as 372 units.
An inquest testimony on Tuesday linked Ronald Fechner and Roy Cox ages as youths who died after a quarrel. The wire report notes Fechner was involved in a dispute with a Mrs following the argument over a prior issue.
A special general meeting of the Gayra P. Association will be held at the snow Ground on Saturday, August 11, 1990, at 10 a.m. to consider membership and entries for the forthcoming events. The meeting covers novice entries, free entries up to a limit, and additional entries at set rates, with the secretary Mr. HE Williams presiding.
An annual serving is scheduled at Cagnel Chambers on Saturday the 15th at 2 pm. J. E. Norwhery, the Honorable Secretary, presents the notice.
An advertisement lists a Chrysler utility vehicle in good condition, noting reasonable price. It also mentions a Harley Davidson single cylinder motor cycle in good renting order and registered, along with Meng Stationary Engine in first rate condition.
The Shire of Guyra announces the Guyra Shire Office details with Gus Mtaly listed as a key official in 1936 records. The document notes local government administration and an apparent appointment during that year.
Mr Bruce Walker and Mr A discuss cooperative stores at eastern ports to export Australian produce especially vegetables to Hong Kong and the United States. They note market demand for salad vegetables and Chinese vegetables, plus high prices per ton, with a push to organize profitable East Coast marketing.
Full Court reversed a 2016 jury verdict, ruling in favor of the Murwefbrook Council. It held the widow Lily Tater and her children had accepted compensation under the Workmen's Compensation Act, overturning a prior award for loss of life. Former employee John Latter features in the related matters.
Alexander Bromine stirs audiences with The Three Musketeers at Arcadia Theatre on Saturday. The production features lavish costumes inspired by Rubens and a lively mix of romance, adventure, and comedy, with Sybil Jason delivering standout performances in the companion short Little Big Shot.
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