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Newspaper
Guyra Argus
Location
Guyra, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 15, 1940
Page
1
A notice states Mina Dover Drigan informs the Indies of Govern she has taken over a venture at Tialy's Hairdressing in Bradley Street. It mentions men in Roome at the side entrance of Central Cafe and provides a contact phone for inquiries. Charges are described as moderate.
The article notes a Monday evening gathering by National Emergency Services attendants and wardens, with a future meeting planned at Shire Chambers. It mentions practical instruction on "Proctures" and urges public benefit from wardens service amid local government changes and upcoming Assembly issues.
Cape Pesetien wheel pupils join the wheel War Effort at Guyra Practice School. A committee led by Lipie View President urges community support for wartime materials and equipment. Parents and villagers are rallying to fund the first hatch of parcels and supplies for the war effort.
A midweek theatre bill features Andy Horny Gete Ug Fever and a sequence of acts including Dororthy Law Hite and Piers romantic plot. The review highlights tense sequences and strong performances, with Luce Gilbert and Lille Chver among the cast. The program also promises the Marine Chrena and the Men in Bright comedy, plus a 400-strong traditional pugue come festival.
Fragmented obituary style notice outlines Roy Geille’s farewell at Oddfellows Hall amid a crowd common to public mourning. The scrambled text mentions a Mrs Brett and references to local figures, churches, and a school, but details are severely garbled and hard to parse into a clear sequence of events.
The death of Mir James Hutton, 63, formerly of Guyra and Armidale, is reported. Survived by wife, daughter and several siblings, he was a veteran of New England district work before retirement and moving between Sydney and the region.
Ten people die when a plane crashes near Canberra on Tuesday. Among the victims are the Minister for Air Mr Fairbairn, Minister for the Army Mr Street, and the Vice President of the Executive Council Sir Henry Gullett. Other deceased include senior military officers and government aides. A state funeral is planned in Melbourne with attendance by all Cabinet members.
The Jeral The Therence Corps under Col. HOF. White, 1.8.0., forms units at Cova Tevreslen Bald Blair Aber foyle and Wongwibinds. Training is underway with a calling notice for volunteers. Parades are on Sundays at the showground from 10 am to 12:40 pm.
Mr. O. M. Evert headmaster of the inven Practice School has been appointed Honorary Teacher in Mathematics and Physics to the Royal Australian Air Force Reserve. Classes will be held this week in these subjects and all reservists are advised to enroll. The service will cover preliminary work prior to mobilization.
The Cuvra Red Cross Branch held a card party on 7 August in aid of Gowrie’s Appeal. A total of 136 tickets sold raised £17 forwarded to Kvney. Guests enjoyed tea and entertainment including music and elocutionary items. Monthly comforts were sent to Headquarters. Members reminded subscriptions for the new year are due. annual dues are £1.
A Tamworth by election is outlined with candidates and party aligns. The report notes a proposed statewide prayer day next Sunday to observe moral and religious reflection during the campaign period.
For sale a collection of vintage console models including RATIOLA and WESTINGHOUSE units. Listings show multiple batt and radiola models with prices in pounds, such as 6100 and 5/10. Items labeled as onsets and batt indicate used condition with unclear dates like 212/10.
Taylor presided at a Womens Voluntary Meeting in Guyre village after sisters attended to duties. Members packed parcels for overseas distribution totaling several pounds and shillings, with many homemade items donated. A generous fund includes a credit balance of £70 18s 10d and 120 forks, 21 pairs of pyjamas, mufflers and more.
The German air force attacked along a broad front with hundreds of lanes in a massed battle. The Air Ministry says 10 enemy bombers were destroyed and three British fighters shot down. Monday saw two ten-moan planes lost, while unconfirmed reports speak of a mysterious incident on the southeast coast. British and Italian actions are reported with various claims of counterattacks and defenses.
Florence Mitchell urges broader Red Cross support to meet war time needs. She argues large shipments to Britain and allies will grow as battle continues, calling for a reserve fund to meet emergencies and noting prior aid to prisoners of war.
A Catholic Action Party event gathered supporters to raise a patriotic fund for soldiers. Activities included a focus on welfare items and prayers for the troops as the group organized to support military needs.
Witnesses report a notice about a frontend storefront seizure at Harkey Motor Centre on Waulaworth AE. Phase return said to Alice Ki tion in Guyra.
Advertisement for rental opportunity titled Anouk Op five in Guyra with terse call for application.
For sale a Hereford stud animal with a pedigree and listed names James Glasker and Halvay. Contact phone number 17h.
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