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Newspaper
Guyra Argus
Location
Guyra, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 11, 1951
Page
2
The article argues for moving the Guyra courthouse from its outskirts to a central site near the police station. It notes public inconvenience, cost of travel to South Guyra, and potential sale of current premises to fund a new, streamlined justice center. The move aligns with the town planning scheme and may attract Chamber of Commerce attention.
An announcement by W. E. Fisher, President of the Eighth-Division Council, outlines a mass reunion of former prisoners of war. The event, tied to the fall of Singapore anniversary, will be at Syd Town Hall with limited access, tickets 12/6 first come, first served, obtainable from the Division Secretary Box 3383 G.L.O. Sydney. The reunion follows a march from the Mitchell Library to the Cenotaph.
A compilation of mentions includes Herb Reeves of Run ning Stream Mudgee holidaying with Reeves family in Reevesdale Llangothlin. flight mechanic cox Rathmines on leave. Don expresses fondness for Air Force life. H S King appointed judge of Tamworth Inverell farm shows. John and Mrs Prior of Sydney visiting Guyra. Mrs Fred Beesley returns to Guyra after Newcastle visit. David L Davidson convalescing from pneumonia. T B Sole and family holidaying in Sydney. Neville James Ellis named trustee for recreation reserve 36410 at Llangothlin. Bruce Wright injured when horse kicked him at Wollomombi stockyard. T Hancork on holidays in Guyra with sister. Mrs Stan Piper’s aunt Mrs Hardy dies in Melbourne. Mrs Gordon Woodward and daughters depart for Sydney.
News and views note entries for the Guyra show close Saturday ahead of January 26 and 27. Police patrols were seen near Guyra with a warning for drivers. Ambulances aided 18 cases in December in the district, mostly transports. The coming ring programme is touted as among the best, with clear weather expected. A Guyra Shire Council meeting is slated for next Tuesday. Wool sales opened with gains of 15 to 20 percent from late 1950. The Memorial Institute committee also meets monthly.
Friday night and upcoming Saturdays bring committee meetings at the showground and Soldiers Memorial Hall with RS L Women’s Auxiliary to hold an afternoon event. Record horse entries for the 1951 Royal Easter Show show 5543 nominations excluding trotters, up from 4543 in 1950. A large cattle sale is planned at Guyra showground with 800 head already hooked. Hospital Board to meet January 22. Auction sale at Glen Valley Guyra on January 20.
The New Year's ball at Ben Lomond raised over £5 for the Literary Institute. Miss Mackson won a moneymarrow, Mr. Butler and Miss Butler won a spot, and Mr. Butler won a lucky envelope. Secretaries were led by Mr. Walsh. Local residents visiting and recovering from injuries are noted, including David Butler with a foot wound and C Gilbett with a broken toe. Relatives of Mrs. Perry and the Pearsons visit the district.
Charles William Glasher of Inverell and Goondiwindi died at his Bowen Street home aged 70. He was born in Inverell and lived on farm land later linked to the Taverell racecourse, with links to the Rock diggings near Armidale. He pursued selections in Armidale district and grazing in Moree and Ashford, retiring about 10 years ago to Toowoomba then Goondiwindi. Survived by two daughters and three sons, with many grandchildren. funeral held at St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Goondiwindi conducted by Rev D B McLennan.
Fragmentary notes on registrations for 1950 state a total tally of 4125 inches for Guys. The text questions how remaining points would have altered this sum and mentions possible implications if the figures were different.
Mr Duncan Medhurst received a testimonial on Tuesday for years of service delivering mail across 384 miles weekly to 89 homesteads. About 40 residents gathered at the Country Women's Association house as Mr E L Bigg praised his punctuality and kindness while a mantel clock and cheque were presented.
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