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Newspaper
Guyra Argus
Location
Guyra, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Oct 16, 1952
Page
2
The piece argues the New South Wales Police Force should maintain a standard of merit promotion under Commissioner Delaney. It notes past faults and public scrutiny but expresses confidence that under proper leadership the force can regain public esteem and continue serving the people.
A fragmented note reports a tense session in a local society. Statements collide as members confront a dispute over leadership and etiquette. No resolution is stated, and observers note waning participation amid unclear promises.
Mrs M Tierney of Prisk Street and her daughter Dawn return from Hon Wy at Casino. Mr and Mrs H Kilminister of Bradley Street are on Mayes at Coolangatta. Mr J H Sharpe of Glen Liberty Victoria and Mrs Vic Hill of Bradley Street return from holidays at Peak Blu.
Final arrangements for the Far West concert in Tingha were set at the Tingha branch meeting of the Far West Children's Health Scheme held on Monday October 27. A Plurinus insurance policy will cover adverse weather risks for the event.
Mr Victory Collins, aged 84, of Tingha, born in Urgeerell, died recently. Survived by daughter Hegel Collins of Tingha and three sons, with burial in Inverell cemetery after rites by Rev Father Fisher. He was a miner, blacksmith shop proprietor, cricket and racing club enthusiast, and longtime bass drummer for Tingha Town. Miss Charlotte Sweeney predeceased him.
In the prior quarter Fingha reports ties in vital statistics with marriage figures matching earlier data. The update notes no notable shifts in the婚 or civil records amid stable demographic indicators.
Set and Mrs Hodges speak of annual holidays in Sydney Maine and Mrs D single with Mr and Mrs J Short and Mr and Mrs L Coleman receiving congratulations on a birth. Nelvaine and Muriel on holidays at Tingha renewing old acquaintances. National Service trainees of Tingha expected home for weekend. Bob Day and S E Ardle hosts over long weekend. A Cox with Senz visiting Syne master David Swain from Agricultural College worth. E Hatfield of Byron Bay brief visit to Meabe family.
A fragmented report describes a migrant family journey likely involving a vicar and a group including thirteen children. The text hints at arrival timing around November and concerns over passage, but details are garbled and uncertain.
Washington researchers report the first human implant of an artificial heart valve. The valve, a small chamber with a plastic pea, saved a 30 year old woman’s life after rheumatic fever damaged her valve. The device revived her heart’s pumping action and could transform treatments for valve disease.
Rev. R F Kirby announces an open invitation for all residents of age in the district to partake in a public welcome event. The guild plans to allot a ten pound value of crocen for the occasion and arrange hosting for fifteen participants.
A detailed review of Patrick Hamilton’s gaslight style play Gasligat staged October 9 and 10. The production earns praise for authentic Victorian set design and costumes, with Robert Kirby as Manningham delivering a sinister, controlled performance. Barbara Parsons and Don Handobo also receive commendations for handling challenging roles, while Ellen Kelly and Betty Atchfield stand out among the maid characters.
A successful bazaar in Guyra supporting the Catholic Ball fund held a cookery competition. The results include plain non sandwich entries by Mrs R F Kirby and Mrs Allen, with various dishes such as sponge sandwiches and creel treats.
Max Truroy of Tareelah Guyra wins the potato growing championship with a Douglas Seedling yield of 14.9 acres per acre and excellent tuber quality. Judge MIT El Friend notes Truroy’s careful soil prep fertiliser use and mechanical cultivation as highlights while runner up Ron Youman shows good record keeping but hollow tubers.
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