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Newspaper
Guyra Argus
Location
Guyra, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 10, 1909
Page
1
EGS informs residents of Guyira and surrounding district that a new branch has opened in Guyra on Olura Street. The premises previously housed dentist Mr. Godson. The notice targets local residents to announce the new establishment and its location.
On Monday evening last a small parcel containing a baby’s red cashmere coat and a cushion cover was lost. A reward of 2 shillings and 6 pence is offered for returning the parcel to this office.
Fragmentary OCR notes show an activation or inauguration style event for Tavlies, with references to Accom and names like Leame Mouerite and Adreas at Tavies Pramwr AKMIDALE, suggesting a local ceremonial acknowledgment.
The article reports confusion over timber sources in the Oban Guyra district with claims that no timber has been cut in two years and that large volumes may have come from reserves last year. It notes opposition to Lands Department openings and suggests the meeting may misstate the timber’s origin and land use value.
The Deakin-Cook fusion creates a new federal ministry replacing the Wisher Government which resigned after the Governor-General refused a dissolution. Premiers and ministers include Alfred Dakin as Premier, Joseph Cook for Defence, Jno Forrest as Treasurer, P Glyon as Attorney General, Joe Quick as Postmaster General, R Best as Customs, Groom as External Affairs, Millen as Vice-President Executive, G W Fuller as Home Affairs, and J F G Foxton as Hon. Minister.
A meeting at Guyta on May 29th protested the alienation of Oban Forest Reserves Nos 35246 and 38713. Resolutions were carried and argued as justified with sympathy for the action, though local residents later raised doubts about public interference in departmental matters.
At a Guyra Cycling Club meeting presided by Mr H Wickerson the program for Saturdays road race was drawn. The events include a 4 mile Guyra Club race a half mile handicap and a boys handicap. Officials were elected and arrangements made for the racing.
The Guyra Sports Club held its third annual gathering at the showground on Prince of Wales Birthday Monday. Despite wet weather dampening attendance, officials ran heats from noon with Fletcher Moore shining in the Gayra Handicap while the Ben Lomond contingent took the Opening Handicap. Officials and stewards received praise for managing events amid rain and soft ground, with several dead heats and broad community support noted.
The annual ball drew 40 couples as cold conditions kept many rural guests away. Miss Brigdale of Goon Innew provided music in a pleasing style while Messrs Carroll and Lawlor were at the right places. Catering by Mr T C Bath satisfied all with quality and variety amid impressive costumes.
The public meeting chaired by Mr. Wm. Moore reports a request for a letter from Mr. F J Thomas M L A to progress the resolution. The Minister for Lands has called for a report and Mr. Thomas will forward the departmental decision in due course.
PPRENCH'S Watchmakers and Jewellers will remain in Guyra until Monday next. Come and see what is offered and seize this opportunity.
Yesterday's market showed better tone with light and weighty bullocks reaching £11 10s and £9 10s for handy weights. Prime merino wethers and lambs sold well though supplies were light, with prices quoted for fat cattle, sheep, and store stock across varying weights and qualities.
The Vicar General reports the Bishops of New South Wales have confirmed Archdeacon Wright as the new Archbishop of Sydney. It is likely that Archdeacon Weight will favorably consider the offer.
Arthur Row, aged 20, who shot bank clerk James Murr at Gayndeb Queensland, was executed in Brisbane Gaol on Monday morning. Anglican chaplain attended. Row spoke of gratitude to Queenslanders and remorse before the drop opened and he died instantly.
The article reports four recent diphtheria deaths among Black Mountain residents, including a nine year old girl from the Leuer family and 17 year old Hutton daughter, with two deaths occurring en route to hospital. Calls are made for Board of Health action and expert evaluation to identify spread causes.
Brevities report council matters and public notices in the Guyra region. Items include shire clerk valuations, Anaua notices, W M Fleming MLA activities, and public concerns over licensing and traffic. It also notes church construction progress, a local sporting result, and a Tamworth event on the Balaclava Marco.
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