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Newspaper
Guyra Argus
Location
Guyra, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 08, 1948
Page
2
A survey of UNESCO portrays it as a bold practical effort to prevent future wars by education science and culture. It argues peace must be built in minds not just through politics and economics and highlights delegates from many nations uniting to implement the organisation’s aims for all peoples.
At the monthly meeting of the Res Protection Board chairman Sie Hi Croft said trees attacked by the tent moth appeared dead but would grow again. He noted concerns on paras Boron tate and other factors affecting the recovery and urged monitoring through Treeday.
Extensive notes of seasonal visits and family gatherings fill the pages with names and places. Mr and Mrs Frank Parker host travelers from Bannan Hills, Sydney visitors mingle with local residents, and couples plan a January wedding at Guyra Church of England.
The Division of New England reports a decline of 784 enrollments by end of 1947 from 1946 figures, with declines in Guyra Armidale and Uralla. Enrolment stood at 53 227 on January 1 1947 and 53 227? end 1947. Women added 5856, removals 6640, and 1338 edits kept entries current. 29 duplicates adjusted. Eligible electors urged to ensure correct enrolment ahead of referendum.
In a wartime letter Mrs Hayward comments on soap parcels and ration points. She notes two tablets of soap feel luxurious, recalls scarce past meals, and describes allocating food for colder months. She mentions monthly ration limits and the need to swap points for basic items while observing rebuilding and grateful health.
The town of Guyra will gain a regular bus service linking Homes with the main business area. The service is headed by ex serviceman Mr Bob Atkins who has secured a 25 seat bus and plans an advertised timetable. Special school and picnic trips already planned to cater for residents.
Notification in the Nos th Wales, Carentment Gazette announces the appointment of Mr H Sullivan of Bank of New South Wales Guyra and Mrs E M Smith of Lackey street Sayte as directors of the Guyra District War Memorial Hospital. Appointments made by the Hospitals Commission from names submitted by the hospital board. Directors hold office until successors are elected or appointed.
Kathleen Mary Ray and Neville Kelso were married at St Mary of the Angels Church Guyra with Ursuline Nuns decorating. Rev Father O'Brien officiated with bride’s brother Tony Ray as altar boy. The reception followed in the CWA Rooms and the couple will reside in Sydney.
The engagement is announced of Valerie Grace, youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs F Warakitt of Malcolm Yo Guyra and Mrs F Hyson of Moonbi.
A local witness reports a tree decline at Bootelong with leaves dropping and trees appearing dead. The observer cites a recurring past pest, predicting a 20 year cycle and noting caterpillars target apples while suggesting little can be done now.
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