Myxomatosis Dying Out In District
Report shows myxomatosis fading along Lachlan River from Forbes to Parkes, with deaths high in some spots and a dramatic drop in rabbit numbers after hot weather and reduced mosquito populations. Inoculation plans discussed as virus supplies resume, aiming for spring treatments. researchers note a new powder form and field demonstration in Grenfell and local districts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mir
Charles
Paris
Ieee
Fanny Cormer
Forbes
Dices
Vertona Aftan
Lachlan
Gooagong
Oon Creska
Reompe
Euthentw
Ben
Caregabot
Carrawandool
Cresk
Parkes Airfield
Geslagung
Ube
Koumiarco
Maesquita
Dir
Fowler
Grenfell
Charley
Obituary of Miss Margaret Sam of Wheelnesday district
The death occurred in the District Hospital on Wheelnesday afternoon of Miss Margaret Sam, aged seven, of Church Street Forbes. She had recently spent a month with her nephew Shaw Sam Young and was admitted last Friday. Her brother, the late ArUit Sam, was Mayor during World War I. Miss Sam worked as millaworss for several terms. Surviving brother Mr John Sam of Sydney is at present Stocks. The interment yesterday afternoon at the Catholic cemetery followed a short service at St Lawrence’s Church. Mr A W Joniver acted as funeral director.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margaret Sam
Church Street
Shaw Sam
Young
Wee
ArUit Sam
Miss Sam
Millaworess
Severnl
Jomwpt
Sam
Sydney
Siorks
Shewana
Forbes
Carholie Cemetery
St Lawrence's
Chiret
A OW Joniver
Ambulance Driver Vacancy Discussed At Board Meeting
At a Monday Vorkes Committee session the discussion of Mr A T Taylor's resignation from the Ambulance Service yielded no conclusion. The group debated advertising the vacant Ambulance Driver post, extending local applications, and ensuring applicants are mature and experienced to relieve the Superintendent during leave.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. ©. Taylor
Vorkes Committee
S.W
Kl Turner
Wremit
Turner
Nixon
Simpson
Holloway
Land Resumption Story Told By Owner
An owner, Mr Johnson, recounts a government land resumption ordeal dating from 1948 when the Lands Department seized his property. He alleges offers to keep some acres, with extra payments, while warning of compulsory resumption if he refused. The board discussed re-advertising applications as part of the process.
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Johnoor
Johneon
Ar Acre
Pd Johnson
Lande Department
Joinson
Lands Department
Mir. GorLiss
Mir J. Lnson
Mr. Johnson
Thotrman
The
Land Board
Asia
Ian
Johnson
Dnep
Fae
Burveror Ang Boll
Tocal
Land Board Recommends Emission Relief for Flood Woes
War Service Land Settlement Board chaired by H. B. Percys considered flood relief applications on Tuesday. Recommendations included rent waivers for Donald Roderick and Norman Halden relating to Crown Improvement accounts and interest, covering several rent due dates and capital value adjustments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
War Service Land Settlement Board
H. BL Percy
Donald Roderick
Norman John Halden
Blink Bonnie Blocks Show Local Land Applicants
The Land Settlement Board chaired by H W Percy with D G Adamson and W J Teale considered applicants. J B Uphill of The Oaks Boyan Gate Road was the only local candidate to draw a block, owning 500 unencumbered sheep and a farming setup though lease on 68 acres ends in about 16 months. Other entries listed include John Barrett and John Dansie with blocks and locations at Forbes, Victoria, and Deniliquin respectively.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sittin Service Land Settlement Board
H.W. Percy
D. G. Adamson
W. J. Teale
J. B. Uphill
Oaks
Boyan Gate Road
Elphinatene
Uphill
H. Marea
Opain
John Barrett
Forbes
Forbes Jubilee Celebrations Meeting A Success
A large turnout backed Forbes Jubilee events with plans for October queen contests. Participants from M and D Society, schools, churches and local groups discussed displays, finances, and a week of events from September 24 to October 1 led by the mayor and council members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forbes
M. and D. Society
Spooner Oval
Ald Condeme
Moesdames Andrews
McMullan
Forrest
Miuffett
Magar
A. Holloway
E. W. Brenner
R J Wright
Rew
K. Dowsl Vo Cooker
H. Jennings
A. G. Jones
C. Y Wllwerk
Inspector Sewell
E Ft Woods
A. Swan
R. ©. Palmer
A. E Banter Clarke
T. £. Catslife
T. H. Broderick
W F Robertson
I. W. Parry
J. Harteher
H. Beddie
Mra
W Brenner
Messrs
J. O. Taylor
F. M. Copeland
C. Smith
Mr Swan
Rev. Doust
Homebush Market Easter Auction Report
Market note from Homebush shows Easter sale activity with weaker tendencies. Prices quoted for wethers and ewes in the 15d to 1d range, cattle yarded numbered about 3014 with legs and hides valued separately. an elderly seller appeared. Also notices recap a death of Mirelles Jane Board and a Forbes-based daughter of Mrs G Weaver.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dalgety
Mirelles
Jane
Dubbo
G. Weaver
Forbes
Empty Bitumen Dr UMa Quotations Invitation
Quotations close at 2.15 pm on April 30, 1951 for purchase and removal of 218 empty bitumen drums at Bille Bong Creek on State Highway 17 near Tichbourna. Printing services offered by the firm handling the notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Priday
Billebong Creek
Tichbourna
Editorial Stance Against Zoning In Wartime Power Plans
The piece critiques proposed zoning as a negative approach to energy policy. It argues the plan will only signal blackout times, not fix supply, and questions public readiness for wartime controls. The writer condemns reliance on emergency measures and urges deeper, proactive planning.
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Toc PP
Anc
W. Angliss & CO
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Daroobalgee
Daroobalgie
Crouch
Taylor
R Collet
von Grant
AL Hallowly
Agi
Ptesault
R. Cotlet
U.S. Taks
Korea
United States
Republic of Korea
Chines
Jaye
Wehoberg
Cuaenne
Bern
Flaberg
Agg Lin
Hohnberg
W. Crouch
Shirvingtom
Waa
Tor
J Hohnberg
Eric
Joris
Ti Okee
Coe Milieni
Forbes Pomreers
Almasi Alent Amaeng
Turaday
Town Hall
Australia
Rocket Range
Ivan Bathgate
Ruth Lye
Alma
Bathgate
Arthur Palmer
Harold
Jennings
Ken Mason
Rey' Lye
Champeaur Cottage
Pat Reymond
Casmentmand
Pat
Marie Newton
Reg Lye
Bob
Philippa Swan
Billimpkins
Philippa
Frank Brown
Florence Geeves
Merle Charles
Ray Miathew
Noel Coward
Lye Nola Reinke
Cecile Medherewe
Howeholier
Keith Muir
Desymer
Forbes Musica
Mir. Woods
Boll
Hugh
Het Clare
Orang
Hartcher
Tach
Central Committee
Gooke
Wsw
Hart- Cher
Bbe
Girl Guides
CWA Ral
Ladies
Aumillary
National Fitness
Technica College
M. and D
Society
Ambulance
Police
Shaw Society
PIEU
Fand & Asociation
C. Association
Rotary Club
Church of England Ladies
Gaia
Department OF Main Roads
N.H.W
Homebush
Uma
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