New England's push for a new State gains support
In the Guyra Argus March 9 1950 D H Drummond new member for New England urges constitutional reform for a new state with a peoples convention. He argues the 64000 square miles of New England and its £100 million annual output merit self government and financial independence from Canberra. Supporters rally behind him as decentralisation advances.
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Drummond
New England
Australia
South Australia
Canberra
Personal notices from Guyra and district in Argus column
Week end travel and visitors in Sydney. Birth announced at Armidale hospital. Armidale M.L.A. endorsed for state elections. Local residents travel for holidays and events. Wedding announced for Mrs Jean Jakin and Royce Newberry at St Marys. Dentists and judges noted. Local sports results and engagements policy. Engagement announcements to be printed as advertisements signed by both parties.
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Jean Jakin
Royce Newberry
Guyra
St. Mary of the Angels Church
Acne
Armidale
Les. P. Dutton
W. Youman
J. Cahill
Argus
Guyra Community Notices and Local Events Summary
Multiple Guyra area notices include shire valuation sittings by Mr A D McDowell for rate objections, a March 11 horticultural society meeting, a new Allan Duncan memorial brand judges stand at the Glen Innes showground, and protests over the Newcastle to Sandy Hollow railway. Also listed are social events, theatre and revue engagements, an upcoming Guyra branch P and C meeting, and job advertisements plus local auction sales.
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Guyra Horticultural Society
C.W.A
Glen Innes
Allan Duncan
Sydney
Newcastle Chamber of Commerce
O'Sullivan
Inverell
Newcastle- Sandy Hollow
Two C P Candidates Seen In Tenterfield Seat Contest
Glen Innes show featured extensive livestock exhibits with top awards taken by W R Drabsch and G C L Judge among others. Boundary changes move Inverell into Tenterfield electorate as Col M F Bruxner seeks re election and ALP plans endorsement meeting.
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Glen Innes
Tenterfield
C.P
Inverell
Tenter Field
Col
M. F. Bruxner
Litting
Iate
Country Party
B. M. Wade
Lis
Oakwood
Eludsseimedt Cooya
Inverell “Times
W. H. Wilson
B. 1.Drummond
M.n.r
A.L.P
L. Hogan
Obituary: Glen Innes Man Dies At Home
The death occurred at his home in Weanswrs share Glen Innes. Mr. cacpe eat aged 47 man Smith, born in Simeheng, Glen Innes district, farmed there until 11 years ago then moved to Glen Innes. He was a member of Severn community.
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W R. Drabsch
W. R. Drabsch
G. Woodward
G. Coastard
A. W. Weller
A. W Weller
Glen Innes Association
Guyra
Glen Innes
H. S. King
Llangothlin
King
Weanswrs Share
Cacpe
Smith
Simeheng
Severn
Glen Innes dignitary burial of longtime council member
A Glen Innes resident and former Shire Council member who served on the A Committee and chaired the Glen Innes Bowling Club for two terms, later life member, died leaving a wife two daughters and four sons. Burial was in the Presbyterian section of Glen Innes cemetery after a Cameron Memorial Church service.
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Glen Innes
Messrs
Alex
Gosford
Ellis
Yamba
Jock
Stonehenge
Ronald
Guyra
W. Clunan
Cinverell
W. Smith
Coonabarabran
Glen Innea
Cameron Memorial Church
Weather Risks Forecast for Farmers and Crops
Weather outlook notes chances of rain ahead though not certain for farmers and women. Farmers aim to clear peas beans and vegetables before sowing potatoes while a cold snap and early frosts are possible. Guyra peat office recordings show temperatures and rainfall for March 2 to March 7 with varying highs and lows.
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Guyra Peat
Wool Buoyant at Newcastle on Tour Sale
Newcastle wool sale shows buoyant demand with buyers from Great Britain, the Continent, U S A and Japan. Strong clearance reported for 6800 bales amid steady press on estate Hackenzie and consignments from Guyra Ben Lomond and nearby studs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchcombe, Carson, Ltd
Newcastle
Great Britain
U.S.A
Japan
Memorial Institute House Committee Reviews Renovation Costs
The house committee was asked to gauge probable costs for renovating billiard tables and equipment. The monthly meeting Friday night noted cues require new gaps. The treasurer reported a credit balance of £130 14s 9d, with no financial statement accepted on a motion by Messrs Cockburn and F Dutton. Accounts totalling £5 9s 9d were passed for payment on another motion.
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House
Gap
Messrs, Cockburn
F. Dutton
Messrs
Charity party boosts funds for Far West Children’s Health Scheme
A Guyra event hosted by the Far West Children’s Health Scheme featured dancing vocal solos and novelty numbers in a lively program. Guests enjoyed flowers, a Dutch auction won by Mrs Moss Jones, and supper plates from ladies and bachelors alike. Total proceeds reached £33 for the organizing committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guyra Far West Children's Health Scheme
C.W.A
Herb Burgess
Moss Jones
B. Smith
Rate notices and charges from Guyra Shire Council
Smith and Hudson attend council meeting as rate notices and arrears totaling £ 65/5/7 are presented by the Guyra Shire Council. Present were L. P. Dutton president, L. P. Archibald secretary, Cockburn, Hudson, F. J. Dutton, Cleary, Parnell, Smith, A. A. Mackenzie treasurer and Brodie.
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D. H. Drummond
Moya Mulligan
Ray Conn
Bradleystreet
Tom
R. No,1
Armidale and
New England Hospital
Davis Hughes
M.L.A
Mrs. G. McGregor
Tenterden Street
Coolangatta
Mr. McGregor
T. Cavanagh
Cavanagh
Peggy AS O'Rourke
Alon
P. A. McAlister
Narrahri
Armourer
McNamara
M.M
North
Noel John Carson
J. W. Carson
Eastview
Salisbury Plains
Uralla
Walcha
Gordon Woodward
Michele
Shirley Watts
Desmond Creer
St. Augustine’s Church of England
H. Tarr
Tom McMahon
Coonamble
Mr. B. Newberry
N. Kelly
Convent Courts
Valuaition Court
Vic Hill
A. D. McDowell
Tingha
P. and C. Association
Central School
Guyra Shire
Sorlie
Oddfellows’ Hall
Jarybony
Gg Ta
The
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Bro
W. R. Col
Oddfellows Hall
Guyra Women's
Metromomes
Tau
Free Guts
Eee
Uyra Shire
Housing Commission
Lomov Lig
Devons
Wioer
G. Cc. L
R. Drabsch
W. R Drabsch
W. R R. Drabsch
George Smith
Memorial Institute
F.W. Children’ Health SC It
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