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Newspaper
Guyra Argus
Location
Guyra, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 27, 1952
Page
2
The Guyra Argus calls for an education campaign by the Chamber of Commerce to halt residents shopping in neighboring centres. It argues local buying sustains jobs and warns that newcomers, criticisers, and shifting spending threaten Guyra’s growth, urging citizens to support local merchants.
Mr. and Mrs. Ay Lf Sydney on release with Mr. and Mrs. W Prisk of Ollera Surret. Mrs A Faier of Sydney has been Mrs A or fateriitn Street. Mr and Mrs PB Janilegon of East Lakes Sydney return after visiting N J Eggleston Mrs M Cross and daughter Jot Ashford are guests of Mr and Mrs A Atking of Liane gothlin Street. Mrs B M Cameron of West Wilford Guyen has returned home after holidays in Tasmania.
The monthly Guyra branch of the Country Women's Association met in the Rust Rooms on Saturday. Mrs. W. R. Drabsch presided with James B. Starr and others present. apologies were noted for numerous members. Discussions covered jumble sale for seaside homes, subscriptions, Blue and Gold Ball guest list, sandwich stall for Easter Monday sports day, and portraits of the Royal Family. The branch reported a credit balance of £91 6s 6d.
At a Cuyra Red Cross meeting it was resolved to hold a waste textile drive on April 19. Town residents should leave regs at their front gates that day and country residents may leave parcels with Mrs J F Parsank. A street stall is planned for March 28 and 25 with donations left with Secretary Miss Gy Meech to total £4374.
Employment figures show 2 630 000 Australians in work at October's end, with 870 900 in government or semi government roles. Unemployment benefits rise in Grafton as the post war economy pressures grow, and experts urge harnessing solar power to boost industry.
Ray Pullin aims to prove a plan to bomb whales from air using helicopters. Portuguese whalers test the method as Santos returns to London. If successful the technique could revolutionise the whaling industry with a bomb shaped harpoon and airburst mechanism.
Attendance strong at the annual general meeting of the Guyta Parents and Citizens Association at Cement School. The report notes 104 members, active efforts for better amenities, and stable finances with no large commitments. Re-elections, project updates, and social activities highlighted the year.
Cecil Gill a Guyra council employee was fined 63 with costs at Armidale Court Petty Sessions for negligent driving after his vehicle collided with the rear of another on Beardy Street Armidale on December 15.
The Dramatic Society will present the comic farce Mr Penny's Suit in the carnival pit near Oddfellows Hall on Easter Monday. Proceeds go to the Community Hall fund and the Far West Citkon's Health Scheme. Eight players star, led by Gladys Crampton and Barbara Parsons, with a lively cast and a new Society novelty informed by recent readings.
The Ghyra pranenen and Presbyterian Fellowship Association will conduct the evening service in the Columba Church next Sunday. The association plans further spiritual, welfare, and social activities for its members. Easter events and related activities are noted with emphasis on self-improvement and community involvement.
Richard Harold Ladson of Willamby Minilit died suddenly at home after a period of poor health. The elder son waited Sunday to travel to Arm dale when told his father had passed away. He was years of age and husband of Monica, with survivors including daughters and sons in Queensland and other locations. The funeral proceeded with local and northern attendance, reflecting his patriotism and status as a citizen.
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