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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 16, 1948
Page
7
A garbled report from Bathurst mentions a planned 10 day event with the Australasian Guild derailed after a tent collapse and a motor accident involving Marley, Gertie, and Veen. Medical officials note rising public interest and potential end to the blackout sideshow.
Treasury returns show nine months to March 31 reveal federal revenue lagging behind the budget. The annual budget estimates 307.1 million pounds and it is financially projected the total may exceed by 35 to 40 million pounds.
A two day censure motion in the House of Representatives prompted warnings that communists threaten liberty. Mr John F Howse argued government claims were contradicted and that a dangerous trend toward soft domination by a clique of self seeking rulers endangers democratic life. He cited recent political events and urged vigilance against communist influence in government and media.
contested evidence over whether James Herbert Scott's dermatitis stemmed from contact with green sleepers. Dr John Quilter testified allergic dermatitis due to contact with green timber, noting war experience and differing dermatitis types. testimony referenced soldiers in the Plonsét Battalion and the Railway Department claim for £624 medical and chemist expenses.
Diggers' Picnic anticipates a strong Forbes meet on May 1 with early tendering for a publican's booth extended to April 21. Bookmaker fees remain 29 shillings 3 pence, entrance 10 pence for gents 2 shillings 6 pence for ladies. Diggers Punch profits to go to charity. donors Mr BR W Coward and Mr RO Palmer recognized.
A wandering meditation on how people and objects shift from allure to routine, contrasting youth and aging parents with a call to renew faith. The piece links everyday life with a Christian reflection urging readers to reconnect with Jesus and avoid letting spiritual life become a commonplace existing alongside daily cares. The text blends personal memory, sermonlike exhortation, and a Bible quote to encourage revival and open hearts.
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