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24 Sep 1942
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Newspaper
Guyra Argus
Location
Guyra, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 24, 1942
Page
1
An editorial urges advertisers and manufacturers to protect brand value and consumer trust. It cites global relevance of trade marks and warns that losing reputation is costly and hard to restore.
The Guyra Argus issues its weekly Thursday edition dated September 24, 1442. The notice confirms publication cadence and establishment in the early colonial period.
Owing to numerous social functions this week the Comforts Fund Dance is postponed from Saturday to next Saturday October 3. Also note a Welcome Home Social featuring Albert Simpson Tuesday evening and the annual Juvenile Ball set for Friday at the Archédia Theatre.
A fire at Goonabarabran power plant disrupted regional supply Tuesday morning causing outages in nearby Bonading and Bin towns. Authorities estimate damages at 211000 while officials announce a recital by Capt. OG Mengies of the Railathon in Singapore at the Oddfellows Mall as part of the visit coverage.
A cabinet decision announced last week proposes a non racing Saturday policy for Australian events. The plan outlines seven events on programme, with six likely, and restricts punters from betting remotely from venues. Details include retirement after a fixed period and a formula affecting turnout.
The government intends to impose a two day weekly beef ration reduction to ensure adequate meat supplies for the fighting forces. The war minister will have power to designate which days soldiers may not consume beer, with further restrictions on beef purchasing during specified periods.
A special Taverell Council meeting is set for next week to discuss a motion placed before the Government Association's Sydney conference in September. The authorized motion calls for development in the national interest of known coal deposits to power a proposed wheat-era project and related legislative actions.
In Guyra Police Court John Ewing Agnew stated Gordon James Darby failed to enrol in the military, admitting forms were filled in April and March MM2, with a later inquiry noted. The case references prior registration and a letter produced in court. A second applicant, John George Slanon of Eden Glen Brockley, sought noncombatant status and was enrolled. another application was struck out for lack of jurisdiction.
A civic welcome at Oddfellows Hall in Goyra honors Kayper Albert Shmpeon on return from army service with honorable discharge. W Brodie and George Jones deliver remarks, Comforts Fund presents a gift, Supper Simpson responds, and Focker's Dance Band provides music amid a crowded reception with refreshments.
The report lists residents and visitors including Mr and Mrs H Bladden of Oltera Street returning from Orange, Mrs Geo Truss at Clarelon Private Hospital, Mrs BE CU Miller visiting Mr J Mackensie in Bonnie Cowan, and Mr Al Fordl at Ollern Street Guyra with Pay Wilbur winning in Sydney. It notes several engagements, holidays, military duties, and local social movements across Armidale, Sydney, and surrounding areas with multiple households mentioned.
Fox Mooney of Tingha passed away on the 12th in Tingha. He came from the Hocky River Uralla with his parents and married Christina Grant two years ago. The union produced four daughters and two sons. Funeral details note numerous relatives and friends, with wreaths at the graveside conducted by the Rev. A. Battersby.
Obituary notes the death of Mrs F Kotz at Guoneduh Hospital aged 68 after long illness. Also mentions Mire. Fred Clark of South Guyra Police Bt son to daughter, and the Country Women's Association Northern Tablelands Group conference details with planned sessions and local host arrangements. Poultry and canine club items recount cooperation, fixture plans, and champion dogs from a 1942 wire fox terrier show with lineage to Mr Gordon Womlwahl's canine acquisition Dunsbrne Desire.
Beesley chairs a special FP and C Association meeting in Oddfellows Hall to decide on marking the 6th anniversary of the period begun in 1882. Headmaster Ebert proposes an exhibition of school work and possible fund raising while avoiding war-time burden. Members debate directing funds to the association or another organization, with plans for reunions and a potential cheque from Dr Starr.
The Mes. W. Deigga trophy tournament begins on the course this Saturday with two afternoons of play. The event runs Saturday and the following Wednesday to accommodate players who cannot attend the Saturday start. Prospective competitors are requested to inform organizers of their entries.
A fragment reports that 4 heavy hides from M. Eb. Stare of Llangathlin were tendered to Meare T Green and Co. of Guyrn for an imported Hereford wall hide turning at 1 AM with a late bid noted.
The Returned Soldiers' League Congress urged a minimum pay of £10 a day for privates in Australian forces. The amendment aimed to correct pay inequalities between unskilled defense workers and fighting personnel. Mr J W Masters argued against rushed adoption and pushed authorities to focus on disparities.
At the last Red Cross meeting plans were made to enter a Miss Guyra competition to raise funds for the December Diy Appeal. Four nominees have been submitted with more hoped for as the secretary invites names for a drawing that will select Miss Guyra. A substantial relief shipment later in the week included clothing, towels, bandages, and socks donated by local families.
A lecture by Piltock HOA of the Education Department addressed the audience on India's place in global politics. The speaker discussed economic and religious issues, with strong emphasis on potential alliances with Australia and other nations and the impact of colonial rule.
Twenty five parcels prepared by over four dozen helpers at a packing day will ship to soldiers overseas. Each parcel includes cake, peaches and cream, sweets, plum pudding, a deck of cards, and cards from various comfort funds. Donations from multiple donors support the effort, with promises of additional cakes and tins to come.
Officials warn all dog owners to register their animals by the end of September. No one is exempt from the law and previous exemptions for indigent owners have been withdrawn.
Golf notes list mixed foursomes with players Ebert, Mrs Ebert, Newton, Jones, Smith, Phelan, Mitchell, Burgess, Ray, Cameron, Archibal, Helyar and others. It records pairings and downs across rounds with scores like 4 down and 7 down, dated September 20th and noting Mitchellay.
The report lists golf match results with Bollindiy and Holpe winning by margins against Phelan a trophy and Mise Smith. Youman and Mrs Biddulph show strong scores while Ebert and others trail. Next Saturday features a secret hole and qualifying rounds for A and B grade championships with alternative card entries for absentees.
Minister for Education Clive Evatt announced austerity clothing for school children. Boys in state schools may wear serviceable shirts and shorts, while girls under Education Department control may wear simple dresses or skirts. both sexes would avoid expensive items such as long trousers and heavy hats.
In fond memory of Norman Edward Ted Bennett who passed away on September 2, 1641. His loving parents recall his dear voice whispering to be happy. He awaits beside a rainbow as they mourn his loss.
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