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Newspaper
Guyra Argus
Location
Guyra, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 08, 1952
Page
2
The Loan Council told six State Premiers that available Commonwealth and market funds may total £180 million, with about £50 million likely to be raised next year. Despite this, States voted to set 1952-53 works at £24.74 million, signaling a cautious optimism and plans to push loan campaigns next year amid volatile markets.
Donald Nicholson of Tarcutia faced a Guyra Court of Petty Sessions charge for negligent driving after a December 19 collision on the New England Highway. Sgt Hyland said Nicholson admitted crossing the centre line and fault, citing fatigue from driving from Brisbane. Nicholson had one prior conviction. he was fined £3 and 2s costs, with eight days in custody if in default.
Tingha and Bundarra ratepayers press council on steep rate hikes and dwindling road service. They complain of staff size, late work, and costly machinery while urging department funding and tighter oversight. A plan to form a ratepayers association gains momentum.
The Federated Chambers of Commerce of the Northern Tablelands and North-West Slopes may hold a June conference in Armidale if weather allows. A letter from Mrs. J Huxley, secretary of the Federated Chambers, says Armidale has been tentatively chosen, though she notes the cold could affect attendance. Ogana NS
Brian Ruming of De La Balle College Armidale visits with his parents in Wandsworth for three weeks. Hazel Lockyer returns from Sydney holidays. Mrs P Jamieson hosts Mrs J Eggleston in Llingothlin St. Nancy Williams enjoys holidays in Sydney. Deidre Moore M Ditton Sandra Finlayson and P McKay depart for the National Fitness Holiday Camp at Point Wollstonecraft. C Lyes and J Birmingham return from holidays in Sydney.
Leonard Welsh of Oban Street appeared in Guyra Court of Petty Sessions charged with failing to notify a vehicle sale. Evidence showed vehicle YS938 was not renewed and had been sold with no sale notice. He pleaded guilty and was fined £1 plus 17s costs, with four days of hard labor default.
The Ben Lomond Farmers Union meeting with Mr Reeves and Potato Association members focused on regimens and handling of potatoes due to large supplies. Suggestions included appointing Vid Mackson as receiving and forwarding agent and easing permit hours to 9 am. local transport from Guyra noted. Tennis results saw Ben Lomond beat Stoke Farm on Sunday courts.
At the Guyra court of Petty Sessions J. Charge was charged with contravening the Marketing of Primary Products act. Counsel for the defense urged adjournment, noting arbitration by the High Court and a favorable potential verdict. The request was granted to allow investigation.
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