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Newspaper

Forbes Advocate

Location

Forbes, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Apr 14, 1936

Page

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Absent notice anger over radio inspectors visit to Forbes

Mayor Ford condemned the rushed arrival of senior P M G Department radio inspectors. The visit, kept from the Council, drew complaints about electric light wires and radio interference. The council voted to inform the department and seek a repeat visit to address revenue and interference concerns.

P.m.g's Department Forbes H. K. Ford Terle Rene Ford Mi Tia Beard Mway Laugie Bs Tagott Green Watt Thomson

ANZAC DAY Excursion Tickets to Sydney from Local Station

The Department of Railways announces Anzac Day excursion tickets for April 22 23 and 24 to Sydney. Return fare equals ordinary single fare. Tickets valid for travel to Sydney and may be split within metropolitan area. Reserved portions refundable for two months after ceremonies. Details available at the local station.

Department of Feilways Sydney Wig Atoll Motropetitian

West Wyalong Cricketers Triumph Over Forbes Visitors

In a Sunday match at an arena near West Wyalong, the home side faced Forbes visitors. The contest featured a tense wicket sequence as scores and eventual outcome remained unclear in the fragment, with results to be reported in the next issue.

West Wyalong Forbes

Forbes Baths Report and Proposed Contracts

A historical note cites an outlined plan from a prior session detailing ten baths to be contracted at Forhed with a rust op basis. The report hints at technical work under COOK and notes potential government subsidies or crash funding to cover money interests over 3 percent.

Pte Cook

Catholic Tennis Acknowledges Easter Visitors Arrival

Twenty six players from the Catholic Tennise Association of A.W. vin Forbes arrived on Good Friday for an Easter visit. The Mayor Alderman WH Ford planned a 0.30 am welcome at the Town Hall. A reception and civic duties followed at the Allen Hotel room of the Laurencé Club as part of official city engagements.

Catholic Tennise Association A.W. Vin Forbes Ald WH. K. Ford Pega Bali Allen Hotel Laurencé Club Mor City

Head on crash near Forbes injures two drivers

Two cars collided on Parkes Road two miles from Forbes just before 7 pm last Saturday. Tom Gurney sustained facial lacerations requiring stitches and hospital treatment. The Ford driven by Mie doh Nivihen was involved as a second vehicle. A faulty gear on an approaching car caused it to veer and strike Gurney’s car, prompting emergency response at Crombie private hospital.

Parkes Road Forbes Tom Gurney Lisyda Crombie Karmper Parkes

Town Hall Expansion Debate Looms Over Hall Wall Plan

At the monthly council meeting Building Inspector Presa urged a brick wall to separate the town hall from the Presbyterian Church to deter undesirables. Alderman Byrnes proposed an estimate of costs for the wall while the council discussed acquiring church land to extend the hall in future.

Presa Thomson Elise Ford Anil Ald Gyrnes al Thomtson Presbyterian Church Byrnes Benw Buiggett

Council debates loan for Anahallen appliance project

Town officials discuss a £1400 loan repayable over 15 years with interest, seeking favorable response from surrounding towns. A modified plan could reduce costs, while delegates and visiting party leaders from the St Lawrence Club tour Lachlan Street to the Town Hall and receive a formal welcome.

Car Crash Damages Ford and Other Vehicle

In a two car collision, both vehicles sustained heavy damage and occupants escaped injury. The Ford had its right front wheel and guard torn off, while the other car also suffered severe damage. The driver, Mr Kelly of Parkes, linked to a former Forbes footballer, rode with a schoolteacher. all four men were shaken but unharmed.

Mtr Kelly Parkes Forbes

Dance at Eugowra program promises low cost entry

An old notice from Eugowra advertises a community dance on a Wednesday in April. It notes a reduced price and urges attendance, mentioning college affiliations and local organizers. The period style implies a small town social event with emphasis on admission terms.

Land Seeker Forms Offered for Forbes District

Do you want land in Forbes district. The government issues Gill forms to identify genuine land seekers ready to farm. Forms available at Advocate office Lands Office and Rural Bank. If demand is strong the Forbes Development League may push subdivision of large estates. Call for your form at once.

Forbes District Gill Forbes Advocate Lands Office Rural Bank Forbes Development League

Rebuilding plan for washed away Forbes bridge

Forbes Shire Council moves to re erect the bridge over Marara Creek on the Forbes Eugowra road after flood damage. A Forbes Development League letter urged urgent action, noting traffic and crossing dangers and indicating tenders were already accepted for the work.

Gores Shire Marara Creek Forbes Eugowra Road Forbes Thevelopment League Baree Forbes Forbes and District Forbes-Bugowra Bugowre Owlak Wikingatepa Dr. Herbert Ty Wan

Insurance record notes large claims and premiums

Insure with The Liverpool and London Globe Insurance Co Ltd. Fire, marine and accident cover shows 23 million pounds insured, claims paid exceed 122 million. Agents listed as Moore Brooke Co. The text references crop insurance against loss and mentions agency details.

Liverpool & London & Globe Jingurance Co, Ltd Agaeia Clalma MOORE BROOKE @ CO

Forbes CWA Younger Set Monthly Meeting Held

The Forbes CWA Younger Set held its monthly gathering last Tuesday in rented rooms with Mrs. J. Holme presiding. After routine business the group discussed hosting gymnastic classes but postponed due to lack of suitable rooms. An ar dance is planned for April 0.

Forbes C.W.A. Younger J. Holme

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