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Newspaper
Guyra Argus
Location
Guyra, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 22, 1954
Page
2
The Gayra Argus reports that leaders condemn vandalism and warn of a threatened bus strike and port disruption. They urge federal and state action to curb industrial saboteurs and defend workers and the economy amid coalfield strikes and rising living costs.
Port Macquarie residents Mr. PF Coughlin has taken up duties at the Bank of Guyra. Mrs Meron and daughter Mary spent four weeks in Glen Innes where Mary runs dressmaking classes. Wally Robson plans a NSW Bank position transfer. Mick Moses returns from hospital care in Armidale and the New England district. Mrs H Burgess and daughter Wendy travel to Sydney for a few weeks. Barbara Parsons moves to Gratton for duties. Wally Robson hosts a send off with friends. Mrs Tim Johnson’s send off held at Mathers home. Royal Hotel Guyra staff present Mrs Tim Johnson with an electric toaster. Maurice Roberts heads to Riverina for holidays.
The Church of England parish hall was packed for a farewell event as Rev R F Kirby departs for America to attend the Pan Anglican Congress and World Council of Churches. He will visit the US and Canada on a three month feature tour after leaving Guyra.
Council hears extensive requests for road repairs and drainage upgrades across the shire. Plans include replacing a loose Lawn Brite board and installing 18 inch concrete pipes at Bundarra and other sites, with works by Wiseman and McCandry Row. Additional items cover drains, stonework, gravel, and new lamps, plus proposed zoning changes and taxi fare adjustments.
A car driven by Vic Taylor of Bald Blair Station collided with a horse near Ward’s Mistike Intersection. The horse was wandering on the road and caused damage to the vehicle. Police at Guyra note stock on roads poses a real danger and the Local Government Act allows fines and removal steps for stock impeding traffic.
A theft report describes the loss of a heavy machine weighing more than 6000 pounds from a site beside an auctioneer’s premises. The owner says the device is unique and unlikely to be replaced by any similar tool, and authorities have been notified.
Local pageant preparations continue with three contestants and helpers organizing events to raise money for The Cathelic Ball. Activities include social gatherings and planned entertainments at Bald Trair Hall and Uddlellows Hall in Guyra with Mrs Patricin Wile hans as a highlighted candidate.
A garbled text fragment discusses number plates and driving at night. It mentions vision, distance, and safety considerations though most details are unclear.
The University of New England began as University College at Armidale in 1987 after Thomas Richmond Forster donated Booloombah. From 24 students it grew to 220 by 19%4, with two large teaching blocks, residences for 70, and a demonstration farm site. It aims to aid rural technical needs and expand extension services with country support welcomed.
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