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Newspaper
Guyra Argus
Location
Guyra, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 20, 1903
Page
2
The notice from Guyra Argus indicates the U8 edition will publish on Fry Sunday evening. It lists subscription terms with peg quarter in advance and prices for advertisements, plus rates for first inch and additional inches and options for standing advertisements.
The drought prompts letters to the Poly Telegraph about relief efforts and practical aid for unsettled western communities. William Sieman, a local figure, is mentioned regarding his stance in Parliament on behalf of settlers and whether they will support him. The text references community responses and potential political support.
Readers see Miss Turner as guiding relief to drought victims, while opposing calls for aid as demeaning. The piece argues Holman misreads charity as pauperism and urges support for Turner's humane box of clothes books and toys, praising her understanding of hardship and independence.
The text outlines perils for mariners such as shoals sunken rocks and dangerous coasts. It stresses the role of lighthouses as warnings and suggests a large masonry structure extending toward the sea. It mentions bells and distant beacon signals as aids to navigation.
Report notes Premier Lee attends Harbour Trust picnic with a satirical crowd reacting to his remarks. Observers record energy in speech and later commentary hints at political maneuvering and a public recall of the event.
Residents urged to take immediate action to secure a public water supply for Guyra as private donations currently support needs. The piece argues government provision is needed, estimates a cost of about £200, and invites residents to organize a petition for the municipal authorities while praising relief works elsewhere.
On Sunday last, during the children's service, prizes for 1902 were presented. Books were donated by several ladies and gentlemen and the superintendent thanks them for their interest in the Sunday school.
Plasterers busy at the new bank Mer M Stepeton receives from Mr W a sum of 5a in connection with the Rafter Fund. Mr R Pearson gains a traction engine to operate his thrashing and ball-cutter. Mr R Moore reports 380 tons of hay off 30 acres. L de Courcy, a longtime Guyra baker, has disposed of his business and plans to leave the district.
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