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Newspaper
Guyra Argus
Location
Guyra, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 27, 1913
Page
1
Reports detail chaotic scenes at Sydney Harbour during a ferry strike, with passengers injured and workers protesting. A subsequent settlement grants 96 hours per fortnight, overtime terms, and unionist preference while restoring most staff to prior positions. Police and ambulance attended multiple incidents as crowds pressed for safe passage.
Auction notices list property owned by HED arr Prorhuld and others arranged for Friday sale at 30 o at med cal, with buyers including Whit eway Bln and Co awe. Bidding includes L4th to 10h Avril dates, with ownership transfers and adjoining parcels.
The wedding of Frederick Harrison of Guyra to Beatrice Farry of Glen Innes was solemnised by Rev. A. W. Coates. The bride wore grey silk and a matching hat, with bridesmaids and a best man. Following the ceremony, guests gathered at Miss Stevenson’s residence for refreshments and toasts. The newlyweds planned a Tamworth honeymoon before returning to reside in Guyra. A second wedding at St James’ Church, Guyra saw Herbert Sommers wed Exme Purser, with gowns of ivory crepe de chine and pearls. The couple’s departure for Sydney marked the start of their honeymoon, accompanied by generous gifts and celebrations.
Local and general news recounts the promotion of Mr W. Fy Murase to charge of Coolamon, general regret at the loss of wind and influence, and various business and residence movements among Mungo, Hillgrove, and Sydney contacts. Names Moura Saunders & Co and Jottomley appear among community changes.
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