Call for national day of prayer for Australian Korea service members
An Australian columnist questions MP Davis Hughes's proposal for a national day of prayer and remembrance for troops in Korea. The piece argues soldiers, airmen, sailors and ground forces uphold democracy and humanity, urging public support and moral aid rather than cash incentives. It notes the Korea conflict will shape Australia’s destiny and urges timely observance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davis Hughes
M.L.A
Korea
Gallipoli
Middle East
Pacific
Australia
Hughes
Honour Roll entries for Guyra and district WW2 service
The Guyra sub-branch lists names submitted for the 1939-45 Honour Roll from World War II service, including soldiers from 2/3rd Pioneer Battalion to R.A.A.F. and R.A.N. entries. It thanks Mrs. G Jackson for supplying an old Argus issue and urges enlistment records be forwarded to honour roll secretary J. Cleary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guyra and District
Sayre
NAVY
P. Starr
R.A.N
Guyra
G. Jackson
Argus
J. Cleary
Carson's Homebush Auction Sparks Local Interest
Fragmentary OCR shows a sale at Carson's Homebush with a Thursday auction date. Details are incomplete but indicate a livestock or property auction drawing local attention in the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wien
Carson
Local Births and Confirmations Highlight Regional Life
A son was born to the Rev and Mrs C G Mathie. Jocelyn, daughter of Mr and Mrs M Hawkins of Bradley Street, was confirmed at St Peter's Cathedral Armidale on Sunday. Mr and Mrs Hawkins hosted the Dean for afternoon tea. A C1 Ron Kelly, son of Mr and Mrs S Kelly of Balder Sleigh Road, has transferred to Wagga RAAF station from East Sale Victoria. A son was born to Mr and Mrs D Mitchell of Adelaide. Mrs Mitchell was formerly Iris Bennett of Llangothlin Street.
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Jocelyn
Rs. M. Hawkins
Bradley Street
St. Peter's Cathedral
Armidale
Mrs. Hawkins
A.C
Ron Kelly
S. Kelly
Baldersleigh Road
Wagga
R.A.A.F
East Sale
Victoria
D. Mitchell
Adelaide
Mitchell
Iris Bennett
Llangothlin Street
New Royal Cypher See Or Which Will Re
A fragment mentions a new Royal cipher or royal see, with unclear context and partial wording. No identifiable persons or organizations are confirmed. Further readable details are needed to establish a complete news item.
Two lorry drivers charged with air delivery fraud in NYC
Natalie Casiglia and William McDonough, both 40, were arrested on allegations they sabotaged fuel lorries by inserting air and rags to pump air into building tanks while meters recorded oil deliveries, with about 186000 gallons of diesel allegedly stolen.
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New York City
Natalie Casiglia
William McDonough
District Attorneys Office
Junior Farmers Hear Rules of Animal Growth and Feeding
Mr Sutherland urged Junior Farmers to focus on soil health and animal production in Australia. He outlined growth laws from head to fat and explained feeding planes from high to low, stressing profitability and early sales. Mr Swan praised clubs, and Mr Dutton offered films and weed collections for schools.
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Mr. Sutherland
Sutherland
Suthermang New
Australia
Swan
Dutton
Pastures Protection Board
Forde
Agricultural Society
Mr. Swan
Mr. Forde
Mr. Dutton
C. Mitchell
A. Navin
G. Smith
D.tisdell
T. Running
R. Holloway
J. Rixon
R. Starr
I. Smith
C. Hume
Mr. Blomfield
Mr. Smith
Mr. R. White
John Croft
M. Heagney
A. Moore
G. Woodward
Helen Mitchell
P. Briggs
Secret of a Successful Hostess as Told by Elsa Maxwell
Phyllis Digby recounts Elsa Maxwell’s famed tip for hosting. The advice hinges on three words exchanged with guests: “At last” when they arrive and “Already?” as they depart. The piece notes a humorous misquote by a husband and ties to etiquette discussions on BBC Woman’s Hour.
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Elsa Maxwell
Phyllis Digby
BBC
Music Society Social Evening at Parish Hall
Guyra Ienville Society hosts a winter recess social for members and associates in the Parish Hall next Tuesday. The programme features the choir, competitions, and a spontaneous eisteddfod with vocal and instrumental items. They hope to engage a singer and instrumentalist from Armidale. Public attendance is invited, especially potential new members. events include vocal solo, instrumental piece, vocal duet, humorous recitations or limericks, and vocal trio to quintet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tne
Guyra Ienival Society
Armidale
Potato Growers Report Strong Digs and Large Yields
Mr. Fy. South of Dorriga visited Gayra and brought back potatoes mainly Sequoia Adina and Monarch. Harvesting at Rosamond yielded colossal potatoes though some for sale at four ten per acre. A digger and his wife reportedly earned £80 in a week, with some tubers weighing up to five pounds.
Memorial Gifts for Church at St James England
Sanctuary carpets were installed at St James Church of England last Sunday in memory of Mrs Theresa Frances Williams. The sanctuary floor was sanded and polished for the gifts. Dedication of the memorials will be postponed to spring due to Mr James Williams’ indisposition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. James' Church of England
Theresa Frances Williams
James Williams
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R. A. Pearson
A.lf
S. Starr
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F. B. Turner
R.A.E
L. Turner
J. E. Turner
Jane
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M.G
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A.F
H. C. Bryant
Avia
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J. A. Moore
C.M.F
P. R. Campbell
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Aust
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R. E. Curtis
V.D.C
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C. H. Pearson
RAAF
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Ferry Bomber Command
D. B. Beesley
A. E. Ward
Guyyra
C. G. Mathieson
ROYAL
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Argylshire
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Duke of Argyll
Kleve
Rhineland
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Rosemarie
Lotte Kneak
Butler
Pennsylvania
Millard Wright
Wright
Bristol Aircraft Company
Olympus
Royal Air Force
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Bristol Company
Bonn
H. Fridling
Iman Institute For Psychology and Colours
Armidale Teachers’ College
N.S.W. Junior Farmers’ Organisation
Musical Society
H. Beesley & Sons
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