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Guyra Argus

Location

Guyra, New South Wales, Australia

Date

May 18, 1944

Page

2

Migration and White Australia policy in wartime Australia

The piece argues migration is vital to Australia during wartime, praising past non white immigration but warning against dropping White Australia. It calls for intensified migration, closer settlement, irrigation and housing to accommodate population growth and economic needs amid war. It notes Curtin appeals to America and England to send settlers after the war.

Australia America Japan Europe

Guyra News Aboard With Local Leaves And Visits

Local residents report leave and travel notes across Guyra and surrounding areas. Names include Jack Smith, Thorry Cook, Miss Peart Host, Cpl White, Mrs. Starr, Joan Jones, Sybil Parker, Miss Eileen Jamieson, Ray Pearson, Joyce Lyex, and Geoff Atkins. Visitors arrive from Sydney and Newcastle while hospitalizations and operations are noted at Armidale and New England Hospital. A senator and notable figures visit Box Point and Black Mountain area. Mrs Piper travels from Sydney for a long visit.

Mike Eileen Jamieson Sydney Guyra John Eggleston L.A Ray Pearson Pearson Jangothtin Street Gunner Joyce Lyex A.W. AS Arents C. Byes Crystalbrook Road Armour Armidale Box Point Black Mountain G. F. White James Wilks Maltland Jennifer T. S. Eggleston Bradley Aireet

Immigration Flows and Nation’s Population Prospects

A commentary warns that America cannot prosper with a population of 7,000,000 as large-scale arrivals from overseas are needed. The piece argues for increased immigration to support economic growth and national strength.

Money in potatoes drives payments to growers

Figures from Mr. T. L. Caddy show about £80 000 paid to growers for 7000 tons of potatoes delivered through New England Control up to last month. About 1000 tons had been dispatched and orders were pouring in, with seed potatoes mainly for early planting districts. Stocks held were largely shipped or ready for dispatch, with most parcels going to Queensland and New South Wales as growers are urged to deliver promptly. Local station deliveries totaled 5862 bags across multiple towns this week.

New England T. L. Caddy H Jtowers Queensland Toueensland New South Wales Cnutt

Drummond to Address Country Party Rally in Guyra

A campaign kickoff is planned for Saturday with Mr D H Drummond speaking in Bradley Street in support of Mr M F Bruxner. A Country Party meeting at the Shire Hall on Saturday set final election arrangements and appointed scrutineers Messrs W G Chisholm and W H Boughton to protect Bruxner's interests.

A. McDonnell JF. McDonnell Ollerne Street Ee Mt BP. Dutton N. Py Cameron RM. Starr Deepwater Guy Guyra D. H. Drummond Country Party M. F. Bruxnes Tenterfield Drummond Bradley-street Shire Hall Messrs W. G. Chisholm W. H. Boughton

All Golds Defeat A T C In Sunday Football Match

In the show ground match on Sunday last the All Golds beat the A T C team five to nine. Next Sunday the All Golds face the Armidale Railway team in a casel at Guyra.

Show Ground All Golds A.T.C Armidale Railway Guyra

Hand Crushed While Loading Stones at Ben Lomond

Mr. Mervyn McElroy had his right hand severely crushed between two heavy slabs while loading a cart from his father's property at Ben Lomond. He suffered a severed hand and was treated for injuries at the scene.

Ben Lomond Mervyn McElroy

Signaller Roberts Visits Family as Mother Falls Ill

Signaller George Roberts, back from New Guinea on leave, visited his mother at Guyra then returned to his wife and Newcastle family. He learned his mother has bronchitis, and friends congratulated him on his earlier promotion noted in our issue of the 13th ult.

George Roberts New Guinea Guyra Newcastle Sig. Roberts Signaller

Victory Loan Contest Tight Across Quirindi Crookwell and Guyra

The Victory Loan campaign faced a tight race among Quirindi Crookwell and Guyra committees. Guyra lagged early but finished strong, nearly closing the town and district quota while Quirindi trailed by a thousand pounds, and the drive spurred investor interest across centers.

Quirindi Crookwell Guyra

Not One Bag in Tat Issue of Argun

Mr Frank White comments on a disputed potato delivery noted in the Tat issue of the Argun claiming 283 bags were delivered. He asserts the Brower and others were aware of the shipment and questions the official record of the delivery.

Frank White White

Victory Girls competition noted with regional support

The external secretary thanked supporters and praised the Victory Girls committees for their interest. Final inter competition results show Quirindi raised £39,820 from 264 subscribers, Crookwell £23,500 from 220 subscribers, Guyra £21,010 from 377 subscribers. Mrs A E Taylor of Guyra praised Mrs J Smith and the business committee for help at the Areadia Theatre reception.

Buirgosst Quirindil Crookwell Guyra A. E. ‘Taylor W.vs J. Smith Areadia

Golf trophy results show Tierney Copeland and Hill high

Stableford golf event held Tuesday awarded top scores. W J Tierney and E R Copeland tied at 33, C Mitchell 31, W J Hill led with 40, M McMillan 27, C M Ebert trophy noted for H Newton.

H. Newton Stableford W. J. Tierney E.R. Copeland C. Mitchell W. J. Hill M. McMillan

Associates Aid T B Sailors and Soldiers in Golf Event

The T B Sailors and Soldiers benefit associates hosted their annual competition. A 9 holes stroke trophy was donated by Mix G Mitchell. Wednesday’s results show Mrs McKengle 38, Mrs Bidelduph 39, Mrs Cameron 39, Mrs Garrahy 41, Mrs Mitchell 42, Mrs Brigus 42, Mrs Fisher 44, Mrs Maxon 51, Mrs Hut 55.

T.B. Saflors Mix. G. Mitchell McKengle Bidedulph Cameron Garrahy Mitchell Brigus Fisher Maxon Hut

Abbey Green Stud Bull at Myall Hotel Sale

A fragmented note reports Abbey Green stud cattle in Sydney at the Myall Hotel sale scene. The entry mentions the stud bull Abbey and a price point around 300, with unclear spelling and several garbled terms.

Sydney Myall Hotel Citic Hoesford

Statewide School Camps Promote Health and Learning

Education Department outlines a program of national fitness camps for children aimed at holistic development through health, recreation, and character education. Instruction links real life activities with classroom learning as teachers lead specialized exercises, folk dances, and sports in well supervised camp settings.

J. Mason Guyran Eilitor Department of Education Tim Melo Ore Ani Nendershire Prnetion Feerdny

Light rainfall replenishes household supplies

In a district scene the light rain was expected to renew water reserves and lawns. The report notes limited impact on household stocks and suggests modest improvements in garden moisture and plant health.

Guyre Bea Svater Mein

P. C. Meeting Planned for Guyra Parents and Citizens

Notice announces a meeting of members of the Guyra Parents and Citizens Association to be held tomorrow evening. Several proposals are listed for discussion among attendees.

Guyra

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