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Newspaper
Guyra Argus
Location
Guyra, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 21, 1952
Page
2
Paired with strong rhetoric, the piece argues against flood relief appeals in Maitland and Kempsey, blaming Welfare State growth for dampening private charity. It urges self-reliance and community spirit, saying government aid should not replace individual generosity. It warns that dependence erodes independence and stresses the value of giving over receiving.
Amusements section previews Universal-Internations new Technicolor film Frenchie starring Joel Metrea and Shelley Inters. The Saturday screening features operator Miss Winters in a standout role as the story unfolds with bright color and lively performances.
Mr M Drabsch of Crystal Brook admitted to Guyra War Memorial Hospital after knee injury. Miss Nancy Stanley of Black Mountain recuperating. A pilot at Guyra War Memorial Hospital underwent an operation. Mr Arthur Gallagher of Ben Lomond admitted to hospital. Mrs L J Archibald and daughter Sa visiting Brisbane. Bruce Graham secretary of Guyra RS L sub branch returned from Sydney after attending State Congress. Gregory William infant son of Mr and Mrs Boyd Burgess baptised at St James Church. Mrs R G Smith of Bingara visiting Mrs G Green Street Ollera Street next week.
The death occurred of Albert Henry Skinner aged 73 of Falconer and formerly Green Valley. Survived by wife Dulcie, one son Louis and two daughters Joan and Patricia of Guyra, three siblings Philip, Frederick, and Mrs J Tibbs. Burial at St James Church Ollera followed by interment in Ollera cemetery.
In a Brisbane Exhibition sheep dog trial a dog owned by Father McCormack of Goondiwindi cleared two obstacles but balked at a bridge. The priest, angered, threw his hat which the sheep trampled, then charged the animals and pushed them over the bridge to the crowd’s amusement.
Demonstration areas sown to improved pastures in the New England district remain green and compare well with natural pastures. Despite shorter growth in some cases, stock on these pastures stay in good condition through winter, enabling earlier calving and higher per cow production in the region.
Miss Winters contrasts with a laid back frontier sheriff in Frenchie as she becomes involved in a murder case to help close the case. Shelley’s involvement centers on the law officer and a dramatic in film highlight.
Ulcers affect about one in ten English and Australian adults over 45 or 50 with gastric issues. no immediate cure is promised but researchers advise medical consultation. A separate report notes a drug pyrocidin used for tuberculosis shows unexpected mental improvement in some patients, triggering a nationwide study.
The Guyra Musical Society reports five years of continuous activity with strong community impact. It highlights success at the Inverell Jubilee Eisteddfod sacred section, a busy social calendar, new member enrollments, and a stable committee led by Rev. R. F. Kirby with Don Brown as conductor and Mrs. Helyar as accompanist. A credit balance of £83/17/7 is shown.
A report from the Armidale region notes the society should expand beyond choral work, sponsor trips to Armidale concerts, and encourage exploration of diverse music. The message honors longtime member Len Wheaton, ill, and thanks office bearers for their service as the group plans another year of musical adventures.
Flood delays by Maitland kept two Potato Marketing Board delegates from arriving causing cancellation of a Guyra potato growers meeting. The Northern New South Wales Farmers Union annual meeting at the Memorial Institute was postponed due to lack of quorum and will reconvene on Friday September 5.
Samuel Harkness, 19, of Paddington Sydney, appeared at Guyra Court of Petty Sessions charged with breaking and entering a house at Llangothlin with intent to steal. Victors Turner and Albert Wells apprehended him after the break on August 5. police were notified and Harkness was committed for trial at Armidale on September 1 after hitchhiking from Newcastle to Brisbane.
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