12 Dec 1918
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Newspaper
Guyra Argus
Location
Guyra, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 12, 1918
Page
1
The Guyra Argus prints its Thursday issue dated December 12 1915. This short item notes the publication cadence for the weekly paper with the phrase Thureday Evening.
An advertisement under the Executive of the local Repatriation Committee urges communication with returned soldiers in need of support. It asks landowners to offer bare farming work and employers to contact committee members to hire returning men. The notice frames repatriation as a practical, constructive effort for veterans.
Cable news from London reports a sensational Newark rumor that German newspapers publish a statement claiming the ex Kaiser made an unsuccessful attempt on his life.
Church notices and services listed for December with times at Guyra Tenterden and nearby chapels. Rainfall totals show year-to-date at 2132 points, above average for the period. Private Jas Youman described as a devoted educator killed in France, with accompanying photo. Popular local teacher P M Howe to move to St Ives, effects on school noted. Achievements of local students Sarah McKervey and Lila Ridge awarded Associate tests in music. Show schedule erratum corrected for dairy class. Memorial meeting planned at Wandeworth to discuss district soldiers memorial.
Indies gain a chance to express individuality with a smart ready to wear frouk. Each costume differs in trimming and finish while conforming to Souren's styles. Materials include natural Assam and Fuji silk. Prices range from £3 10s to £6 6d.
John Bridge and Co Ltd Bydner notes potential early price falls for all goods to aid the landed community and urges producers to stay in close touch with its Country Service and Supply Department tracking market developments. Also covers Navy administration report, a non resignation stance by Mr Jensen, Guyra Council meeting on 17th, Xmas goods event, local cricket match, rubber stamp ads, and obituaries including Mr George Peek. plus a Red Cross Christmas roll call and Lord Mayor election of Sydney 1910 with Ald English.
Landholders gathered to form a Rabbit Destruction Association with defined boundaries from Weat Lisngothlia to Braeside and Mitchell river. F H I Curtin elected President T Byrne Treasurer and secretary. Secretary to write to holders within the boundary inviting joining and provide meeting details. Compensation limited to defray current expenses.
The Manchester City Independent Order of Oddfellows local branch welcomed the Grow Master of the New England District on Friday with about forty members present. The evening featured a Purpl Lodge degree conferral on Brow, Jus. O Roark, St J Hollow, and Bod, along with an officer’s meeting, musical selections, and an Honor Roll tribute to war service. Funds were raised for the War Chest at a forthcoming event on December 3.
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