Dangerous faddists threaten unity of defence support
The article condemns conscientious objectors like Mr Jarcry Holland as dangerous to national defense. It argues for practical defense measures in Australia and opposes universal disarmament, asserting that dreaming idealists misread reality and that strong, sensible action is needed to protect the nation.
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Jarcry Holland
Holland
Pracice
Tae
Australia
Austra- Wi
Australians vow to crack down on peace critics amid war talk
A nation-wide push to strengthen defence measures is urged as Japan rises as a naval power and war risks grow. The writer attacks peace societies and calls for harsh action by parliament to curb anti-war sentiment, stating Australians must be ready to defend the land and endure tough legislation.
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Japan
Peace Society
Forbes district notes on coats, events and a boxing card
The Advocate notes schedules press timing, a hospital ball in Forbes, and a Liberal bid for an organizer at £400. It highlights Barker’s Corner coats, winter wear advice, a fire at Chong Bros, recent rainless forecasts, and Friday Hospital Benefit races with Francis Foys and a boxed tournament lineup in Forbes.
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Advocate
Forbes District Hospital
League
Barker
Barker's Corner
Start
Chong Bros
Forbes
Orkney
Lachlan Street
South Forbes
Francis Foys
Queensland election days spark police vigil and travel curbs
Reports note extraordinary precautions as Queensland prepares for the April 27 state election. Police plan strict controls to deter rioting and access to returns, with newspaper posting banned outside offices and train services possibly halted to deter suburb-to-city crowds. Three federal ministers, Fisher, Hughes and Fraser, headline the campaign.
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Queensland
Fisher
Hughes
Fraser
Grenfell
Alderman Taylor
Johnson
O.O
Messrs Grinsted
Reymond
Mills
A. J. Baldock
M. Martel
Bathurst
Sarto
Forbes
Sale of Race Privileges at Forbes Hospital Benefit
The Forbes Hospital benefit meeting included a sale of race privileges conducted by W. K. Garnsey Senr at the Albion Hotel on Saturday. Successful bidders were J. J. Flannery for publican's booth at £12, M. Bisdale for tea and luncheon booth at £2, race books, H. K. Ford at £7, and outside gates at £11. frost stall frontage was passed in.
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Forbes Hospital
W. K. Garnsey
Albion Hotel
J. J. Flannery
M. Bisdale
H. K. Ford
Zillah Harrison Entertainers Shine in Forbes
Miss Zillah Harrison and her company of star performers appeared in Forbes last night before an audience smaller than the show deserved. Harrison’s voice impressed in songs like Spring, with Bass Birnest Wallings in fine form, Leslie Holmes the comedian, Mollie Mackabe the champion child dancer, Winnie Rhodes the coubrette, Gladys Alpin the pianiste, and Fred Bell the mimic contributing to an overflowing bill for the admission price.
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Zillah Harrison
Forbes
Miss Harrison
Birnest Wallings
Leslie Holmes
Mollie M'Cabe
Winnie Rhodes
Gladys Alpin
Fred. Bell
Mimic
Brook's Pictures at Forbes Town Hall Tonight
Forbes residents are invited to a star studded program at the town hall headlined by The flight to death a 2500 foot sensational photo play. The wheels of Justice Two men and a girl Betty becomes a maid Pisaro and its environs Slaters Bylvia Shely's proposition and Catching a Tartar will also be shown in 1000 foot reels.
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Brook
Forbes
Betty
Pisaro
Shely
Forbes Teachers Association Meeting Notes
The Forbes Teachers Association met at the District School on Saturday the 20th inst. Mr J. J. Walsh presided, with Miss Melster and Messrs Finch Davies Ryan G. Smith Dixon Taylor present. They discussed sympathy for G Davies’s family, read papers on composition and imagination in teaching, and concluded after routine business.
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Forbes Teachers Association
J. J. Walsh
Miss Melster
Messrs K. Finch
A. Davies
W. Ryan
W. G. Smith
A. Dixon
W. Taylor
G. Davies
Bonnie Dell
Eugowra
Miss Baldock
Mies Melster
Messra Walsh
Davies
Dixon
Smith
Walsh
Messrs Taylor
Death shrouds regional pastoralist in Forbes district
Mr Thomas M'Cormack of Moora Moora died this week at Bland, aged over 70, leaving large pastoral interests and several children. Ernest M'Lean resumed duties after illness at J. Manson and Co. Miss Gladys Alpen, daughter of Hugo Alpen, sang in a ballad of her own composition proving musical lineage. F H Brook returns to Forbes with Mrs Brook and Miss Davey after a month in the metropolis, traveling by motor car through storm harmed mountain telegraph lines.
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Ernest M'Lean
Messrs J. Manson and Co
Thomas M'Cormack
Moora Moora
Bland
Forbes
Gladys Alpen
Herr Hugo Alpen
Zillah Morrison
Aspen
F. H. Brook
Brook
Davey
Metropolis
Speculation heats at plconic races and Bathurst show outcomes
In lively racing chatter the Bracelet and Cup draw strong favorites as horses parade to owners. E.U.G. sired a noted win over Lady Rice at Eugowra, now seen as stronger than expected. Bathurst show results list wins in Flying and Plains Handicaps, plus final placements, with Grenfell weights issued for April and May races featuring E.U.G. and other contenders.
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E.U.G
Lady Rice
Eugowra
District News Bena District Meeting And Rain Outlook
Last Wednesday night Indications pointed to heavy rain but only 16 points resulted. Grassia is scarce with many properties nearly devoid of herbage, stock losses reported. Culvert work on Back Creek near Hena-Wamboyne road proceeds toward completion. Next Saturday the Bena branch of the Farmers and Settlers Association will meet and draw up resolutions for the annual conference.
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Grassia
Back Creek
Hena-Wamboyne
Bena
Farmers and Settlers’ Association
Bogan Gate Notes On Race Day and Local Changes
Mr R C Grey of Mosman arrives to take charge of the local public school while Mr Dudley leaves for Tarana. The Bogan Gate Jockey Club hosted a Friday race meeting amid ideal weather, with modest attendance and lively betting. A Trundle team draw with local rugby players drew interest. Nymbo's Easter Handicap winner at Condobolin noted. Town leaders bid farewell to Mr BRH Buchanan, and Mr S L West sold his property to Mr Arthur Day of The Plains. Adelaide reports persistent rain absence and looming winter stock concerns.
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Mosman
Dudley
Tarana
Bogan Gate
Tolhurst
W. Nash
J. M’cann
Trundle
Nymbo
Chestant
Magill
Nymba
BR. HH. Buchanan
Tullamore
S. L. West
Arthur Day
the Plains
Day
South Australia
Sydney
Adelaide
Aviator Stone to tour Forbes after Bathurst display
A syndicate led by F H Brook will bring aviator A B Stone to Forbes for flights from the showground on May 5. Stone’s Bathurst display last week delighted thousands of spectators. Full details of the visit will appear in the next issue.
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F. H. Brook
Messrs
A. Murrin
JH. 5. Nock
W. Patterson
Forbes
A. BR. Stone
Bathurst Show
Defendants in Sydney Conspiracy Trial Over Deco Jilet Fraud
The trial opened at the Criminal Court in Sydney yesterday for Frank Denison Brown and John MPherson on a charge of conspiring to defraud the Singer Sewing Machine Company of large sums on Deco Jilet 107. Both sides challenged 12 jurors as evidence proceeded.
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Sydney
Frank Denison Brown
John M'Pherson
Singer Sewing Machine Company
Crown
Shooting at Pizzana Sparks Serious Wounds near Windsor
Sydney telegram reports a Sunday shooting affray near Windsor after a man demanded money from an Italian worker at Pizzana. The Italian intervened and shot his assailant, inflicting serious wounds. The victim lies critical and the assailant surrendered to police.
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Sydney
Windsor
Pizzana
A Teacher Faces Action For Tongue Cutting Incident
Melbourne report says a Ballarat female teacher cut the tongue of a talkative pupil. A special committee is taking evidence to consider possible proceedings against her.
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Melbourne
Ballarat
Rain Drenches Sydney With Heavy Downpour Labeled Skyward
A major storm drenched Sydney as rainfall neared three and a half inches since Sunday, triggering flooding warnings. Weather observers recorded persistent downpours across suburbs, with emergency crews monitoring affected roads and properties.
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Sydney
Unknown wreckage washed ashore at Warden Head
Wreckage was found washed up on the shore at Warden Head near Ulladulla in Victoria. Local authorities began checks for identification and potential salvage, with investigators reviewing the debris for clues.
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Melbourne
Warden Head
Ulladulla
Victoria
State Treasurer Says Federal Aid For Immigration Lacking
State Treasurer asserts the Federal Government provides no help for immigration and will never promote any immigration scheme. He argues national policy offers no support to state efforts and urges independent action.
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Sydney
Pearce Declares Eight Hour Demonstration Supports Land Reform
Senator Pearce spoke in Melbourne asserting the eight hour demonstration needed no apology and that the Labor Government would end Australia’s land monopoly. He said the states only want the Federal Government to handle immigration costs.
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Melbourne
Pearce
Australia
Union Of Churches Debates Session On Congregational Principles
A special session of the Congregational Union considered church union last night. A minority report was adopted urging union while retaining key congregational principles.
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Sydney
Union of Churches
Congregational Union
West Australia Legislative Council nominations closed
Perth reports nominations for the Western Australia Legislative Council closed yesterday with only two candidates elected unopposed. Labor plans to contest every seat as the election campaign begins in earnest.
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Perth
Legislative Council
West Australia
Labor
Wyalong man dies after mistaken sheep dip dose
Patrick Nugent of Wyalong took a dose of sheep dip thinking it was sulphur, causing his death. The incident highlights risks in handling farm chemicals and the need for clearer labeling and safer storage practices for rural households.
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Sydney
Patrick Nugent
Wyatong
Titanic Wreck Rumors Spark US Senate Debate
London reports circulate that Ismay caused the Titanic wreck by overpowering the captain and forcing an excessive course. Sehater McCumber condemns a rushed trial and execution without fair consideration. Olympic was miles from the scene when distress messages arrived. Pearl necklaces insured at £140,000 may have been saved. A rescued steward recalls lookouts reporting an iceberg fifteen minutes before collision and being ignored. A despatched steamer recovered 14 identifiable bodies, with many others unrecognisable.
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London
New York
Isay
Sehater M'Cumber
Wade
Ismay
United States Senate
Senate
Seg
Fire Ignites House Near Molong Road Parkes
A house near Molong Road Parkes owned and occupied by Mr John Stewart was destroyed by fire on Saturday. Nothing was saved. The loss is understood to be covered by insurance. The cause of the fire is unknown.
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Molong Road
Parkes
John Stewart
Oleh
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