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Newspaper
Guyra Argus
Location
Guyra, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Oct 26, 1950
Page
2
The article lauds the United Nations Organisation as the sole hope for peace. It notes UNO’s neutral territory where nations meet to resolve grievances and right wrongs, praising its impact on Arab Jewish tensions, Kashmir plebiscite groundwork, and regional commissions promoting economic and social gains.
A parade of local notices from Guyra shows Mrs Brincat resigning, Mr Tom Howe visiting relatives in Brisbane after five years, and Mr Barry stationed at Guyra Post Office. Read of hospital matron changes, staff leave, and the long service certificate for ex councillor William Ross. Also a reflection on the United Nations Organisation and its imperfect but ongoing work.
A quiet wedding occurred at St Peter's Cathedral Armidale on October 21. Lenard Roy Kelly married to a bride in white brocaded satin with floral coronet. A reception followed at the Pompadour Cafe. The couple will reside at Oban Guyra.
The chairman of the Potato Marketing Board of New South Wales warns growers in Grafton that failure to register with the board could force legal action. The board states it has no alternative but to pursue producers who do not comply.
Ir. Swane said the word potatoox had become a pole Mcne catchword in Sydney circles and MPs urged abolishing the board. He noted political pressure hindered the industry and the board aimed for a day when it could outgrow such influence.
A series of community notices include a Guyra Red Ivishers Club meeting at Ne Memplrs Institute next Saturday October 28 at 7 30 pm. Also the Guyra Potato Growers Association seeks support for a cooperative link with New England Cooperative Seedways. A Returned Soldiers’ event and an auction in Ryanda Street Guyra on November 4 at 2 pm are announced. A proposed New State poll was defeated in Parliament. By November 1 all military rifles must be surrendered. Residents petition for a Mitchell River bridge on Back-Water Pinks Road. Arrawalla Inverell property sold for £25 5 per acre. Audrey Stevenson of Guyra has entered horses for the Inverell rodeo. A police ball is hoped to attract debutantes and will be broadcast by 2NZ. Rod Fishermen’s Association reformed at Deepwater with G Shaw as president and K Kiehne as secretary treasurer. About 8000 trout released around Glen Innes. Local Nenies urged to nominate for a recruit in 124. Bay night meeting planned. UN Appeal for Children ends October 31. donations urged. A record wool price was set at Sydney sales.
Mr Bede Hiscox, attached to the post office for months, was given a farewell in the Catholic school room before his transfer to West Tamworth. Postal official Bob Henneasy presented him with a token, while Gordon Ray, leaving Telegraph Point for Port Macquarie, was saluted with a wallet of notes. The event featured dancing, games, and singing with Mavis Wright and Stan Muldoon providing music.
The secretary reports rising meeting attendance and mixed potato yields due to a wet season. Certified seed deliveries reached 4244 bags, up from 1628 last year, aided by better seed varieties. The association notes staff changes and thanks officers and members for their cooperation.
Four of the six retiring Guyra Shire Council councillors will not stand in December’s triennial elections. Crs C Wheaton Dettman Youman and Cox retire for health reasons or to reduce local government workload. Nominations close at noon Friday October 27 with public announcement by the Returning Officer.
Nominations to be declared at the Shire Council Chambers at noon tomorrow. It is anticipated that only two candidates will be named for both A and B ridings.
Post master General's Department calls tenders for supply of wooden telegraph poles required between Tamworth and Armidale. Advertisement invites firms to submit proposals.
The Minister for Health Hon M O Sullivan informs Guyra Hospital Board that the contract with Ben Wade and Son has been cancelled due to delays in completing the new hospital buildings. The Hospitals Commission will coordinate prefabricated provision to match the prior content. Board members express disappointment after years of effort to assist the project.
A Well attended Ben Lomond gathering discussed holding a Christmas tree event on a Monday in December to raise funds for the purchase of new equipment and toys for children. Mrs Miller conveyed thanks for the wireless unit bought for the school by the P and Cr Association with support from Mesdames Egan Hoyne and Walker Holland.
An event titled Cathotte Charek akation held Friday night despite bad weather. Diners enjoyed a menu by Keeves and live music from a chestra. A dance competition between Stand Meo Be Cunnuumamatl and Mrs Bob Donati drew notable attention, with Mrs Ray Rowe winning a prize.
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