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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 15, 1954
Page
1
A Forbes gathering marked the first reunion of World War I veterans with Boer War survivors and Australian contingents. Speakers praised enduring friendships formed in peril, urged annual reunions, and thanked local leaders for support while recalling Australia’s war service and the legacy of the Diggers.
A change seems imminent as the barometer readings worsen at the post office with 9 favorable signs noted. Temperature measurements show a fall, while April 1 emerges as a reference point for the observations.
Attendees including Cirsus BiMpaont president Cyapale Pollard Crowel donee Kershaw Shirtington Waller and Jey Barratt. apologies from Miaan Cobb and Garrett. Treasurer reports credit balance 125 16 etc. Superintendent Mr Wallwork notes 903 cases in March and 144 miles travelled, roster to be drawn for home matches, and life member certificates discussed with NSW Ambulance Transport Service Board.
The Cowra Jockey Club announces Easter fixture days with first race at 2 15 each day. Handicaps listed include Walter Handicap and Jerula Handicap among many entered horses such as San Domenico, Aurie, Barnaby, Dene, Orlane, Pylon, and Cadidyong. A second day features similar program and entries.
Easter Saturday and Monday feature Cowie Jr races with first heats at 1:15. Forbes Diggers host races starting at 2 pm. A Forbrn Pie ty Feace Club meeting is set for 1:30 pm. Methodit Memorial Hall opening at 3 pm. Trotting Club and Minister Tor Lands visit noted. CWA events and town hall gatherings planned in April and May.
The North Lachlan Division rally featured contests in muirching color ceremonial semaphore gadget making and fire fighting. Condobalin led after towel racks and wash stands display, but Fortes tied later, with a close count-back giving Condobalin the two point win. Local officials thanked Osborne for insights and praised Forbes Guides volunteers.
A local theatre segment previews The Quaker Girl with Marie Mahlo Mary Uovi Graham Duenbury and Tan Davidson leading four young principals. Reviews praise strong singing and ensemble energy while noting rehearsal hiccups and understudy changes for Jeremiah and George. The cast includes Jack Peters as understudy and the team prepares to present a lively musical comedy.
An inspector for the Potato Marketing Board warns shopkeepers in Forbes that they must purchase potatoes through the N S W Potato Board. The report notes concerns about misrepresentation and illegitimate sales channels.
Jemalong Shire Council discussed finalising a 15000 loan for electrical extensions at last Friday’s meeting with nine members present. The engineer was tasked to report on a two consumer extension, cost breakdowns, and to notify Grenfell Council that the shire may take over when funds permit.
The Forbes Women' s Hockey team known as the Glamour Team of the West returns to represent the Griffith carnival amid a bright display of white junics and light green blouses. The team wins the grand march but loses in extra time to the carnival’s best squad in a corner kick deciding the result.
The United Good Friday service will be held at Andrews Presbyterian Church Portes as part of the Orange District Camp committee’s Easter program. Rev H V Barratt oversees the camp at Forbes Showground with campers from Sydney Dubbo Parkes Condobella Orange Par kes and Eugowm attending. Rev ML D Macleod of Orange is chief speaker. The camp runs Thursday evening to Monday afternoon with sacred films shown Friday night at the Showground.
Office open for all humans at business noon. There will be a delivery morning Matinee Gerpatch after noon moon. A town looks forward with pleasure and backward with no retreat.
Motor vehicles owned by Mr Cecil Gly of Grawlin and J T Rothe of Sydney collided on the Cowra Head road about ten miles from Forbes last Saturday night. Mr Rothe’s utility overturned but both drivers escaped injury with only dented mudguards and limited damage.
Donors and organizers plan trophies for the Trotting Club meet. Mitchell Mann, Walker, Jack Rees and Bilioet are named to combine for a single trophy presentation at the event in April.
Artula Byrnes, Portes footballer, sustained an hip injury minutes after replacing winger Colin Macdonald in Sunday trim games off Forbes. Admitted to District Hospital for observation, Byrnes will be transported to Sydney for further treatment.
A report details an unauthorised structure erected by Albert Enico Wenban obstructing ventilation to Stiles dining room. Despite notices and orders from March 1954, the building remains, with council directing further action to ensure demolition. Building applications listed include Pascoe cottage and Beard cottage among others.
The Brean Shield was won by FR. Aynds and D. Doyle with 1 point in an 18 hole format. Souter and O. Bailey posted 4 points in the four-ball better-ball stableford event. On Sunday a stroke round determined the A grade winner Mrs Lovell with a net score on count-back over Mrs Piel Mira. Molly Aeret took the HN reds with a net score.
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