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Newspaper

Forbes Advocate

Location

Forbes, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Apr 08, 1924

Page

3

Curtailment Again Shire Councillors Disagree

Jemalong Shire Council debated repairing the Forbes Cowra and Forbes New Grenfell roads within the proposed curtailed area. Dr Elliott urged broader work with about £1000 to be voted, arguing benefits to ratepayers if curtailment passes, while opposition warned of debts and unclear conditions. An amendment limited repairs to Bentick's and Anderson's portions passed with Dr Herbert dissenting.

Jemalong Greatelandee Pine “Earin Cr. Eliott Forbes-Cowra Forbes-New Grenfell Forbes Elliott Cowra New Qrenfell Shires Brichy Ald, Thomson Thomas Sweeney BASID Herbert Roddy Eiliott Shire Eaga Dr. Elliott Bentick's Anderson's Dr. Herbert

Forbes District Council annual meeting reports first year progress

The Forbes District Council of Farmers and Settlers held its first annual meeting in the Corncil Chambers. President H. O. Hlott led discussions on new branches at Yamma Grawlin and Wowingragong, funds transfer debates, and proposed rent relief for smallholders with extended payment terms and a one time improvements clause. The assembly elected Minter as chairman and Sharp as secretary and treasurer, while planning future elections and decentralization to strengthen local branch influence.

Forbes District Council Corncil Megara H. O. Hlott A. G. Minter E. ¥. Eliott P. T. McNamara V. T. Ridley Rh. Armstrong C.H. GrimMths Lee, Hayward W. J. Styles T. J. Beckett W. T. Aulchriat W. KR. Thomas T. R. Sharp Goolagong Wirringa Traverse Yamma Grawlin Wowlngragong Cambridge Emall Tranches T. &. Sharp ULU Rorkes Dm Trust Mor. Grifftha Armstrong Forbes Wowingragong Porhys W. R. Thoman B. V. Elliott H. ©. Elliott McNamara Elliott McNamare Australia F. Nd 8 Bodley Pool Vialon Commonwealth Suttenshaw H. O. Eliott

Prong Derby disqualification and Sydney race results

Mr. G Kildwff, acting as stipendiary steward, disqualified owner T. Christian driver W. Rea and horse Prong Derby for six months for rupt practices after an inquiry. Rosehill results list Claro, Oracre, Perspective in the Railway Handicap, Whittier and Englefield in the Raweon Stakes, and other placings, with weights and times. The rest covers OJC show meeting weights, public discussion on farm levies, unionism, and a district meeting including thanks to the press.

G. Kildwff T. Christian W. Rea Nw, Trotting Association Pious Derby Mambrino Derby Sydney Claro Oracre Perspective Whittier Engle Field the Hawk Magician Molly Kourgon K.T.A Meenah Kancha Royal Crown Mirthmaker Our Prince Drongo the Monk Tristan Lakawanna Parramatta Royal Dighton All Home King Carlog

Weather change may revive stock activity in Forbes

The present weather shift could spur stock dealing as sheep buyers, once numerous, show increased willingness to sell in Forbes. Fire bell at Forbes station may need replacement. A Friendly Societies event raised funds with Nellie Gorman queen. over 100 couples attended until 2 AM. Dora Jazz Band provided music. Bert Resticcia defeated George Fox in Sydney boxing on Saturday.

Weath Forbes Subre Friendly Societies Nellie Gorman Dora Jazz Band Sydney Bert Resticcia George Fox

Prohibition Enforcer Reports Dry Law Impacts

Attorney General reports since January 16 1920 the Prohibition Act has led to over 90000 violations processed with 72489 convictions and fines totaling 12867600 dollars. Justice Department calls it a triple epoch in American law enforcement. Dr Dana Hubbard links prohibition to more alcohol poisoning deaths and drunkenness arrests in New York City.

Daugherty U.S.A Coolidge Department of Justice Dana Hubbard Department of Public Health New York City

Daring Dodge car climbs Morgan's Look-out at Glenrowan

K Green drove a single seat Dodge to the summit of Morgan's Look-out in Glenrowan, a 1200 foot rugged hill, in four and a half hours over rough ground. The ascent, part of a wager, saw spectators aiding by tying roses to help balance the car as it crossed steep grades and obstacles. Petrol use was six gallons. Dealers F Rath and Co Forbes aided.

Wangaratta K. Green Morgan Glenrowan Wurby Range Messrs. F. Rath and Co Forbes

Noxious Weeds Report Triggers Council Contention

The Jeamlongshire Council met Saturday over a weeds report by Inspector Mr K Higwles. Landholders largely did nothing to clear properties, with some in terrible states. Dr Elliots warned he will not back future weed inspector appointments. Prosecution aimed at those who failed to clear burrs, listing EB Reidy Mulguthrie P Wenz Nanima Goldsborough Mort Walla Walla P Scott Nanima for possible action.

K. Higwles Jeamlongshire Elliots Burrs EB. Reidy Mulguthrie Wenz Nanima Goldsborough Mort Walla Walla Scott

Tailoring and Millinery Deals From Miss Bathgate’s Store

Jottings advertise skilled tailoring with custom fittings and latest styles. Buckland guarantees quality. Miss Bathgate’s offers smart millinery and ready to wear coats, plus motor cars like the Rugby at 286 pounds. Also advertised are overcoats in tweeds, ribbed hose in various colors, and boys’ children’s hose.

Buckland Cad Goojie Green Templar Street C. C. Buckland Thia Rankin Street

For Sale Stationary Horneby Kerosene Engine 6 bhp

For sale a stationary Horneby kerosene engine of 6 brake horsepower with only a few hours trial. described as a sweet running reliable engine, British made throughout. May be inspected at the listed location.

Our Boys' Fisheries At Forbes Depot

Our Boys fisheries at Forbes Depot on Rankin Street Frid ay next at 10 am and every succeeding Friday direct from the trawler bring your own wrapper.

Forbes E. J. Calot Rankin Street

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