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Newspaper
Guyra Argus
Location
Guyra, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 31, 1952
Page
4
The text notes a stated aim to transfer power during the year, with Sir R. Robertson as Civil Secretary to the Sudan Government. It cites British members of the Executive Council and the Governor-General determined to hand over power to the chosen ministers, under a self governing constitution.
Mr Grantham in monthly report notes 3.5 to 4 inches of rain from December 1 to January 16 eased drought but heat and rapid evaporation, especially on old land. New England pastures and crops hold reasonably well but a good soaking rain would be very beneficial. Cereal crops show poor yields overall with some spring varieties and hay and grain reserves expected to be below normal.
In Armidale, Mr D M Anand of Woodville criticizes scientists for not developing suitable crops, citing an eight point Wadham plan for better policy. The report notes maize, potatoes, peas, navy beans, and pastures facing setbacks, with calls for exchange of scientists and a broader transport strategy to speed produce to markets.
A clipped quotation notes acceptance and continuation of a plan, with reference to Egypt and mentions a governor and a general. It implies resolve to proceed despite initial hesitation. The fragment suggests a political or administrative decision under discussion.
In San Francisco the Taronga Park Zoological Trust chairman Mr. J Hallstrom was named honorary vice-president of the California Zoological Society. The appointment recognizes his contributions to medicine and zoo science, though the report notes limited public salary details.
The notice lists Rey Uasie Blake of 120 Moss Arm'dal as publisher and printer. It appears as part of a historic newspaper fragment with unclear context and locations.
Last Sunday night on the Quiz Kids programme young naturalist Gary Lush received a birthday gift from author C Roughley, NSW Fisheries superintendent, who praised his extraordinary natural history knowledge. He noted Gary could name six man eating sharks and even recalled a newspaper article by Roughley about one convicted of a crime.
The Glen Innes branch of the NSW Graziers Association calls on primary producers to boost output amid declining food production. The appeal urges farmers to reassess attitudes and contribute to feeding and clothing the community, proposing measures to cut production reductions driven by high costs or other causes.
Church services listed for multiple towns including Ben Lomond and Guyra with times such as 8 am 10 am and 11 am. References to Holy Communion Children’s Service Sunday School and sermon notes mention Rev Rabin A. Bell and Rev R. F. Birdy with dates around February 3.
A detailed report of a nun’s profession ceremony at Ursuline Convent Chapel with M Angela Cooney and three postulants taking final vows. Bishop Doody presided with clergy present. Mass praise and ceremonial music followed by receptions for guests including numerous local families and parish members.
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