Miss Sheodora Stephenson Hosts Local Dance Classes
Miss Sheodora Stephenson of Glen Innes directs cultural and dance sessions at the Oeddfellows Hall with aims to start Monday evenings. Dalitown dancing classes are formed and will be seen at Coll Club House Monday evenings from 7 to 8.
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Glen Innes
Rene Jenkas
Hjcike Tecercutt
Langridge
Eurlyous School
M. G. Sieve
Dalitown
Titerwliog Panptly Ukaye
Coll
Weather Forecast Confusion Amid Stumbles and Riots
Forecasts deteriorate as weather pundits misread conditions across the state. Forecasters warn of unsettled skies, with pockets of storms and high winds through the next 24 hours. North and northeast districts report erratic temperatures and scattered rain, while officials urge caution for drivers and outdoor events.
Economic protection debated by Sir and Mr Hale
Correspondence argues about whether Japan or other nations should supply goods, suggesting protectionist tariffs. The writer references British policy, economic needs, and the impact of free trade on Australia and other Commonwealth nations, while critiquing the views of Hale and income protection.
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Japan
McA. G. Huis
Godis
Maggie
Halle
South Africa
Australia
Hue
Hale
Hoje
Great Britain
Are We To Have Clean Streets
A reader questions selective street cleaning proposals by Mr W A Roberts and argues for fair funding through general ratepayers rather than private or targeted fees. The letter defends municipal efforts, notes town cleanliness comparisons, and cites Section 121 of the Local Government Act on cost distribution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goyra
Armitage Glen Innes
Sid
Roberts
McDonnell
Guyra Railway Returns June 1940 Key Figures
June 1940 Guyra railway figures show tickets issued 458 versus 248 the year before. Revenue 885 pounds, incl 642 pounds passenger, 447 tons inward goods and 247 tons outward specials, with mixed items and total tonnage 1784 tons. Livestock rewards list several cattle and sheep movements and outward totals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guyra
ELPO
Local Rate Petition Seeks Street Cleaning Reform
An outsider writes on behalf of ratepayers urging the council to reconsider hiring a woman for street cleaning, advocating a local rate to fund the work. The letter notes petition leader Mr Roberts plans to present to the council with a town deputation backing reform and questions ratepayer funds and payment readiness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roberts
Couriel
Aoman
Clea Op Ruisiness
Aumin
Eve
Clean Streets and Council Actions in Guym Town
A letter argues streets required cleaning and that a temporary worker was cheaper and effective than the permanent stall. It defends council decisions, cites Guym as a key town on the Great Northern Highway, and urges regular town maintenance funded by the community. The writer also suggests the correspondent join the L.P.A. for support.
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Jmat
LAN
McDonnell
J.eshany
Ioos
Foam
Guy— m
Valedictory Farewell For Guyra Stationmaster H C Wilson
A memorial gathering at the Memorial Institute honored Mr H C Wilson railway Stationmaster of Guyra for eight years before his transfer to Hellas. Local dignitaries praised his efficiency courtesy and leadership. Gifts of a tea service and travelling rug were presented as thanks and memories endure.
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Memorial Institute
H. C. Wilson
Guyra
Hellas
L. P. Dutton
Wilkoy
Mr. Dutton
Mr. Wilson
Scrut. Ormsby
Wilson
H. Moss
Arcadia Stores, Ltd
J. Sullivan
Mesars
J. McDonnell
H. King
L. McGarity
White
H. Burgess
R. Marshall
Matthews
Donoghue
Willams
J. MH. Lee
E. Sinclair
Dutton
Wilsom
Evergreen
Guyra Golf Club Stableford results for Miss Howes trophy
Results from yesterday's Stableford par competition show Mrs Madgwick leading with 34 points from 24 handicap, followed by Mrs Riggs 32 and Miss Stewart 32?, with several players close behind. Last Saturday Elsie McLean won a flag competition for a club cup. Next Wednesday begins three stroke rounds for Miss Stewart's trophy on the Country course.
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Stableford
Miss Howes
Madgwick
Riggs
Miss Stewart
Moya Cregan
Mrs. Cregan
Biddulph
Mrs. Brown
Molly Youman
Miss Melean
K. Brown
Mine Elsie Melean
Mrs. Mitchell
Madge Yourman
Mrs. Youman
Elsie McLean
Ith
Joan McLean
Misa Stewart
English Rugby League Victory Over Armidale In Rough Game
Narrow win as England beat Northern New South Wales 19 to 15 before about 7000 at Armidale ground. English forwards sparked rough exchanges with Arkwright sending Esart off after a tackle. Gate receipts topped £550. McCue Arkwright Exley each scored a try for England. Belshaw 5 goals.
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Armidale
Tamworth
Glen Innes
England
Arkwright
Esart
Eartier
North
McCue
Exley
Belshaw
Northern New South Wales
Herden
Kingston
Tarrant
Roser
Federal and State Income Taxes Advised
Taxpayers are warned in this issue about filing returns on time. Failure to furnish returns within the prescribed time may render defaulters liable to a penalty of £100.
Local Temperature Extremes and Rainfall Report
The past week shows Thursday high 3 and low 35, Friday 53 and 4, Saturday 53 and 42, Monday 52 and 31, Tuesday 51 and 29, Wednesday 55 and 1. Month to date rainfall totals 163 points.
Aberfoyle Exchange Announces Longer Hours and Services
The Aberfoyle telephone exchange will extend hours from Monday to Friday from 6 am to 1 pm and 2 pm to 6 pm, Saturday 9 am to 7 pm. Sunday services will be limited due to the Rev R A Harris laryngitis, with a lantern service at St James Guyra at 7:30 pm for the Broughton centenary. Canon Hulley will be the cen t er speaker from Armidale.
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Aberfoyle
R.A. Harris
Guyra
H.C
St. James’ Church
Broughton
Canon Hulley
Armidale
Old Argus Subscriber Hails Longevity and Change
A Glen Innes reader named Mr. R. Ferguson of Kelvin Grove reflects on fourteen years of Argus readership. He recalls the paper’s changes since his move from Victoria to Guyra, noting his age over 82, good health, and wishes for continued success of the Argus as he enjoys a long, contented life surrounded by friends.
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R. Ferguson
Kelvin Grove
Glen Innes
Argus
Ferguson
Victoria
Guyra
Brilliant Success for Miss Sybil Hutton in L.R.5.M Degree
Miss Sybil Hutton of Armidale and formerly Guyra earns the Licentiate Royal School of Music degree after study under Lionel Lawson in Sydney. She trained in violin at Ursuline Convent Armidale and Ursuline Convent Guyra, head of state marks twice, gold medals, and many local concert appearances forecasting her rising talent.
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Sybil Hutton
M. Hutton
Armidale
Guyra
Royal School
Sydney
Michael Head
London
Lionel Lawson
Urauling Convent
Ursuline Comvent
Academy
The Last Days of Pompeii at Arcadia Theatre Saturday
Arcadia Theatre presents The Last Days of Pompeii a grand Roman era spectacle filmed with Preston Foster Basil Rathbone and a dramatic eruption sequence. Also shows Powdersmoke Range described as the greatest western yet with John Loder Mary Newland in The Silent Passenger and Spencer Tracy in It's a Small World plus shorts Tracking the Explorers and Its a Capital Idea.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pompeii
Vesusius
Preston Foster
Basil Lithbone
Pontius Pilate
Temple of Jupiter
John Loder
Mary Newland
Spencer Tracy
Wendy Barry
Guyra Red Cross Branch Holds Annual Meeting
The Guyra Red Cross Branch met at the Guyra Golf Club house on Thursday afternoon despite bad weather. Mrs Mitchell chaired. balance sheet showed a credit £6 15 8 after payments including gifts to Xmas cheer and war causes. total membership 37 with average attendance 115.
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Guyra Golf Club
Miss Stewart
Mesdames Drodie
A. A. Crown
C. M. Thomas
Ormsby
McKie
Parsons
Madgwick
Jos
Youman
G. J. Mitchel
J. Thomas
Mitchell
Jos Youman
Red Cross Hospital
Red Cross
Country Women's Association Branch Meeting Notice
Mrs Matt Sawyer state president will not visit northern branches until October no arrangements were made at last Satur day’s special meeting The regular monthly meeting will be held on the last Saturday of the month Delegates for the Group conference at Deepwater in September will be elected Motions for the agenda will be received Members urged to attend and new members will be warmly welcomed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Matt Sawyer
O.B E
C.W.A
Deepwater
New South Wales Tax Notice Demands Returns Into 1936
The Commissioner of Taxation orders individuals and entities in New South Wales to file income tax returns for the year ending 6 June 1846 by set deadlines. Returns needed from employees, landlords, and non residents with specified income, with exemptions for low totals. Forms available at post offices, courts, police stations, and government offices in Sydney.
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New South Wales
Castlereagh-street
Sydney
Australia
Court House
Customs House
Stamp Duties Department
Phillips Street
Department of Taxation
Savings Bank
Castlereagh Street
E. J. McMahon
Commissioner of Taxation
Notice of defamation to protect private character
A formal notice from George Truss of Black Mountain dated November 7 1936 warns that repeated slanderous statements against his character will be acted upon with opposition. The posting names the location and asserts intent to substantiate the claims.
For Sale Petrol Station and Mined Business Near Newcastle
For sale a petrol station and mining operation on the main tourist road near Newcastle. Includes 6 bowsers, air and battery charging plant for six batteries, and all necessary equipment. Capacity 2500 gallons per month. Also a comfortable six room cottage with electric light, freehold land 40 by 165 Torrens Title. Audited 1934-35 figures £3473 7s 7d. Books open for investigation. Lake Macquarie location, price £1000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newcastle
Aust
Taxation Services Ltd
Lake Macquarie
Piano for Sale by Oldest Commonwealth Firm
Old established firm offers a high grade piano in stock with substantial part payment already made. Transfer of account possible on payment of £3 toward your present piano as part payment. Balance payable in small monthly installments over 4 years. Fully guaranteed by the oldest piano firm in the Commonwealth. For particulars I write.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commonwealth
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