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Newspaper
Guyra Argus
Location
Guyra, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Oct 17, 1929
Page
2
Market shows improvement after curtailment action. Australian wool market reports from Sydney and Melbourne indicate a rebound in tonnage and prices despite earlier curtailments. Notable brokers and names such as W. Carrigan and J. Doran appear in the coverage.
Prime Minister Scullin expresses thanks to the British Labour Party and signals readiness to cooperate with the British Government on empire development and wartime efforts, citing cordial relations and shared aims in the imperial project.
Sydney reports Labour leads in multiple divisions with figures showing Holloway closing Birch and Brace’s position uncertain. The latest tallies include Maranoa led by Hunter with 699 over Munro, Flinders with Holloway behind by 211, and Gwydir continuing to show shifts.
A largely attended meeting of the timber association heard leaders press for workforce stability and policy action. Spivey and other officials outlined aims to protect the sector and promote hiring and investment across the timber community.
The Perth Daily News reports a sensational tale about a 64 year old murderer Nicholas Kelly allegedly fed at night by three young girls who claimed to assist him while he evades authorities. Police investigations continue as readers question the ethics of the claimed feeding arrangement.
A dramatic report describes two men attempting a theft at an airfield in Sydney. They seized a bag containing money while a third party resisted, causing alarm and a quick pursuit as witnesses yelled. The incident ended with the men fleeing. authorities note an ongoing investigation.
The report centers on Toorak triumphs led by Highland and Caulfield stakes results while noting a tragic death involving a 1-year-old, Owen Reuben Keener, whose collapse during a race led to the emergency response and police involvement. The piece mentions creaking races, crowd reactions, and subsequent medical and investigative steps.
A damaged report from Hawkesbury notes widespread flood damage to gardens and crops, with extensive losses to potatoes and tomatoes. The survey estimates large monetary losses across the farming community, affecting market gardeners and associated producers.
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