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Newspaper
Guyra Argus
Location
Guyra, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 17, 1905
Page
3
Mr Arthur Leckie relieving officer of the Railway Department has recovered from illness and will leave Armi sle hospital in a day or two after a couple of weeks of private ward treatment.
The Arndell case from the Armidale Quarter Sessions last week may go to the Pa il Court on appeal. Mr Mocatta for the accused sought to divert the jury by arguing the girl Archer made no complaint, a point the judge declined to re instruct on. Also notes the illness of Mr W Nowland of Oban and that De Wrigley of Glen Innes aided on Monday. he is progressing toward convalescence.
A Sunday afternoon thunderstorm moved over the town, bringing a refreshing shower that laid dust and refreshed household water tanks. The bright outlook continues as conditions ease after the brief storm.
Due to ill health of Mr W. R. Seunders the Seanders and Son butchering business transfers to Mr T. N. Rae who will commence operations on Monday. Rae is a long established, highly respected local figure expected to secure ample public support. The Argos wishes him success in the venture.
A November Agricultural Gazette report advises sowing potatoes by end of month or in December for best results in New England. It stresses well drained soil, use of manure to keep soil open, and avoiding wet lands. Scrabby tubers and ground that produced them should be discarded. It notes Brownell’s Beauty as a favored variety and stresses keeping potatoes to store well.
Mr Bimpson informs residents of Guvra and district that his photo sessions are drawing to a close. Those who have not yet had their pictures taken should act promptly to avoid missing the opportunity.
On Tuesday morning Mr Henry Sterr became suddenly ill and Dr Harris was wired for. The doctor diagnosed appendicitis and ordered removal to Armidale Hospital. By yesterday morning we learned he is improving and will soon return home.
Mr Curtis reports recent sales including 1257 acres at Ben Lomond station to H C Taylor, 640 acres at Guyra to J Tosh at 2.2 per acre, Tattersall's Hotel sale to J McKeough, farm leases to Dutton Bros, Down and Hamilton, and livestock and equipment transfers such as 1000 wethers, 68 head at 10s 1d, draught horses, and a steam engine sold to Willis.
A Gayra Jockey Club meeting at Tattersall’s Hotel approved erecting a saddling paddock enclosed with wire and a judge’s box. Plans to relocate the winning post and widen the site were discussed, with a sub-committee named to prepare a new straight approach. Nomination deadlines and entries promise a strong opening handicap and upcoming events.
Tab bamurra won by innings and 40 runs as North Guyra struggled with 20 and 70 in their first match. G Hodder top scored with 42, others Y, Peak 108 not out and 60 by Barton. Gayra struggled with 72 and 115, while NSW and QLD players noted. Next North Guyra v Black Mountain at main ground starts 11 am with Selden, McAlister, Wright, Bayliss among listed players.
Monday racing at Armidale saw Mr W O Bien win a trotting event with his cat Harry King. Drama races crowned Choeen Lady and Slab with Big Jim Hacks and Crokade taking prizes. Dingo won several opening and farewell events at Guy Fawkes races, Lennans Black Queen raced big events, and Gayra pony meeting rumors spread. Glen Innes Jockey Club opening meeting set for January 26 on new courses. B B Kieran the champion swimmer returned from the Old Country.
Hot dry weather threatens straw crops with potential total failure unless rain comes within a fortnight. Lambing is good, especially M Cossin's 410 ewes yielding 405 lambs. Wool is bright and clean though some fleeces are light. Moredun wethers show strong fleeces weighing 11 to 12 pounds. Dr Cope visited Mr Thames in Wandeworth by motor, mishap on return, and mislaid the Ben Lomond road before reaching Glen Innes. the journey caused local chatter among horse owners.
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