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Newspaper
Guyra Argus
Location
Guyra, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 28, 1908
Page
1
The district advocates press for a merits review of a proposed measure, urging the Minister for Works to present the petition and allow debate. If the panel raises objections, supporters insist the case be judged on its merits, seeking a fair consideration at the Coff's Harbor site debate.
Yesterday the Guyra P. and A. Society met for its annual session. 4400 pounds was spent on permanent improvements including a grandstand and parade ring enlargements. The secretary’s office and showground expansion were discussed amid plans for a public paddock and education department talks.
The Guy Progress Committee appointed M Stevenson and H Wickerson as delegates for a public gathering at Tingha to press the government to build a railway from Inverell to Cols Harbor via Tingha Guyra and Guy Fawkes. They aim to revive the old Guyra Railway and raise funds, inviting landowners to join the united effort and urging Parliament to act in the coming session.
Empire Day events featured a public remonstration of Empire loyalty with services led by Rev E J Merchant. The Guyra public school choir and bands performed while students saluted the flag and received holidays. A rifle club shooting event, a combined schools demonstration at Ollera, and a bazaar for church funds followed, with prizewinners listed and a large turnout of adults and children enjoying games and a picnic.
Market notes show mixed wheat and bran pricing with irregular figures. Wheat around seven shillings per unit, bran near seven pounds ten shillings per ton, while other staples like rye and oats appear in scattered listings.
The Gagra Sports Club announces a meeting at the showground next Wednesday on Prince of Wales birthday. Opening hand top and Gagra handicap entries are listed in the program, with arrangements for the sports and the ball to follow.
A lively event hosted by Empire Dance features a mixed program with young performers. The evening highlights fast routines, coordinated steps, and a sense of anticipation as participants prepare for a notable ballroom style showcase.
A wedding at St Peter's Cathedral Armidale unites Miss Beale Thompson of Guyra with Mr. Gee of Falconer. The Guyra Shire Council plans its June meeting. Reporting also notes audits and police station records as officials prepare follow up on local affairs.
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