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Forbes Advocate

Location

Forbes, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Apr 20, 1937

Page

5

Population growth and Australian manufacturing gains

Article discusses scarce population density and the economic case for expanding Australian manufacturing. It argues a 1 percent rise in manufacturing would add about 4,000 factory workers and boost demand for primary produce, potentially adding £1,000,000 in wholesale food materials and £10,000,000 in raw materials from farms, stations and mines. Cites Canberra authority and a London speech by Menzies on secondary industries strengthening Britain-Australia trade.

Australia Japan New Zealand Canada W. Rayner Bebblewhite Threce Wtteytemsby Canberra Authority London Menzies Great Britain

Motor regulations and a morgue epitaph fragment

Fragment from a legal or editorial piece discusses right of way rules at intersections and notes a funeral epitaph for Edwin Gray. It implies a conflict between traffic law and personal sacrifice, with a funerary tribute tied to the discussion.

Edwin Gray Keer

Reward for information on stock theft at Wandary farm

A reward is offered for information leading to conviction of persons stealing stock from Wandary. The notice mentions sheep ear-marked two five talla on back of our livestock and seeks help from the public to identify the culprits.

Lando Wandary

Council Contract For Men Engaged Six Months

The text indicates a six month engagement for men on a council contract. A company named The Engineer Cement Linings Limited is listed with a Sydney box number and general details on accommodating numbers and capacity.

Enngineer Cement Linings, Ltd Box Sydney

Wanted Table-top Betor Berry gleal 30 owl

Advert for a part time driver position at Cornell Contract Driver, seeking a capable applicant. Mention of Engineer and Cement Linings, box 3296PP, OFO, Sydney. Apply with details of qualifications and availability.

Cornell O.F.O Sydney

Auction Sale Homehold Furniture and Effects 1937

Mrs J Bush of Bathurst Street allocates items for public auction at her residence on Hainan Street Forbes W R Martin Co organizes the sale Friday April 23 at 4 50 p m The listing includes an oak bedroom suite lounge suite wall cabinet dressers writing desk music cabinet kitchen dresser piano stool lace curtains and other household furnishings with items described in detail under reserve noting relinquishing housekeeping and sale by unreserved auctioneers.

J. Bush Bathurst St Wombat Forbes W. R. Martin & CO Hainan St Gina Ing L. Bolam Underwood St North Hill J.T. Woods Hay Bolu Wosell Singer

Present Fashions Favor Princess Line Dresses

Many women favor the princess line for day wear with slim silhouettes and matching coats. Tweed dresses with fitted waists and flaring backs are smart, plaid and tartan fabrics feature, and neutral skirts pair with bold tops. John Meagher & Co offer a free fitting advisory by Beriel Consultant Car pethere from Tuesday, 77th April, to Saturday, 1st Miny.

Amy Frock John Meagher & Co Beriel Pethere

Water Act License Applications and Draftsman Vacancies

The Water Conservation and Irrigation Commission invites objections to a license application under the Water Act by Thomas Fdehand Jones and Jematong for flood prevention along Lachlan River land parcels. Also calling for Junior Draftsman applicants aged 18 from Parkes with drawing training. wages from 1 10 4 weekly.

Water Conservation and Irrigs- Hon Commission Thomas Fdehand Jones Lachlan River Pariah Jematong County Forbes Commindon Miay Evita Department of Main Roda Parkes

Andrews Presbyterian Church United Service in Town Hall

Forbes:- ? pm T pum Liam leads United Service in Town Hall with Rev J H Costello officiating Bedgerabong hosts 3 p.m. service featuring J H Costello

Forbes Town Hall Bogan Gate Gunningbland Bob Gibbores Bugowra Andrews Presbyterian Church Angus T. Pum Liam

Jemalong Shire Council Discusses Road Repairs and Plant Use

Jemalong Shire Council held its Friday meeting with President Beddin presiding. The engineer was authorized to invite tenders for clearing works on Ironbark and related roads while addressing complaints about the Garemna Pinnacle road condition and lane clearings. The council also considered plant allocation, water supply enhancements, and proposed subdivisions, with several notices to inform ratepayers and proposers of actions and future work.

Jemalong Shire Council Beddin Wert Booth Sydney Afl KR. Nebon Garemna-Pinnacle da Bent Elob. Hooper Pine Vale Wattle Grove Penrose Ir. T. Low Cowal North Forbes-Mareden Reading Ubell Palazar’s de Hammond Grawlin Plains P Association Wongalomg Lane Redburn’s Lane Grawilnales M. Broderick A. A. Wye Porkes-Burrawang Acheson's Reserve JG. Glassen Paul PLP Ter Bandon Michilk Cookamidgera Impansatio Hodges Bellview Neil Dunn Grenfel Main Reade Messro Dale Preston Bouth Candobolin Forbes

Baths Spar Over Council Attacks by Ratepayers

Forbes correspondent J A Johnston critiques council support for a new baths project at Forbes. He notes over 300 residents opposed the site choice, alleges aldermen align with the plan, and warns higher rates to fund the baths. He argues better locations exist and fears flood risk impacts near Lake Forbes.

J. A. Johnston Forbes Munso- Uinicum-Hiver Aldermen Marca of Cornell Coun Alte Wong Lake Forbes

Public Pool Debate Seeks Public Meeting on Fees and Safety

A ratepayer urges Council to hold a public gathering to address fears about the Jokinen Street baths construction. He cites concerns over structural safety, costs, and whether the project will pay for itself, proposing a round-table conference to answer residents’ questions and reassure objectors.

Puta Bir Camp Hill Jokinen Street

Buy Before the Rise Prices Hit Metals and Materials

Prices of metals and raw materials have surged as B A Lister Co signal price increases via cables. Danger Gedye Malloch Ltd urge urgent orders to secure existing stock and avoid losses, noting one unit sold to Mr Sly and another kept for engineer use.

Danger, Gedye & Malloch Ltd B.A. Lister & Co Hande Sly

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