Review Of National Fitness Activities For Year
A detailed review of Forbes National Fitness Committee activities for the year 1950 81 was presented by retiring president Mr Scotty TM Tilden. The report praises efforts despite woody conditions, notes trophies for under 16 night tennis, and outlines centers and clubs supported, including Play Centre supervision, boxing instruction, and youth football and basketball programs. It highlights plans for a grand sporting oval on Halpin's Flat, two under 16 teams, and a dance hall and billiard table provided by the council, with removal and relocation logistics discussed.
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Forbes National Fitness Committee
Scotty
Tilden
Worgasong I
Wongajong 1
Mrr
Fred Hubbers
Uly
Mir
Frank Brown
Min ‘Townsend
Brown
Clames
Browns
Ernie
May
J. Harteher
Halpin
Morben
Forbes Marist Brothers
Tony Wall
Misa MicVetty
Forbes Convent
Eix
South Circle Park
Bocal Council
League of Wheelmen
West
Play Centre
Weir Reserve
Ihe
Spooner Oval
Welr
Punell
Spooner Qval
Williamson and Smith
Mascot
Viet Forbes
G'gong Policeman Faces Electricity Shortage
At Coola one the policeman cannot get electricity water or sanitation. Council member Dr McWilliam raised the issue at the last meeting. The policeman has waited long for service and cannot share power with others. Council resolved to take up the matter with authorities.
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Croj. P McWilliam
Ald Webb and Taxi Cabs Debate Sparks Letters
Readers urge faster publication after a heated report on Ald Webb and taxi cabs. They accuse Webb of talking about cab shortages and unverified claims, defend Forbes taxi service, and question his criticism of drivers while demanding clearer public service.
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Corneil
Ald Webb
Forbes
Tale Ald Webb
Arrankine
J. Theelhurst
Geo. Braztker
Pascoe T Braue N. Contidye
Coffey
Gymkhana and Polocrosse Tomorrow at Forbes Showground
Forbes Jubilee events include a one day gymkhana under P A H Association Fund. Proceeds support Show Society and CWA Baby Health Clinic Fund. Five trotting races plus varied events. A pelocrosse match Forbes versus Cumnock adds excitement to an active afternoon.
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Forbes
P. A. & H. Association
Show Society
CWA
Baby Health
Cumnock
Successful Show Exhibitor at Wellington Show
Mir. GC. Markwort of Filst 6t Forbes led a team of fox-terriers kelpis and cute dogs to a strong showing at the Wellington show last week. He captured eight Mirers three seconds two challenges one champion mish and the silver cup for grand champion dog of the show. Prior to Wellington he won four prizes at Orange show the pre Wows wiel.
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Markwort
Forbes
Wellington
Wiel
Food in Town Reported Overnight Disrupted Driver
The Sunday meal distribution faced an interruption as the town’s driver could not complete deliveries. The committee stated sufficient funds are available to continue work promptly, with arrangements to be called in to finalize plans and finance the remaining tasks.
Anzac Day Tribute In Forbes Draws Big Crowd
Impressive Anzac Day observance in Forbes with an estimated five to six hundred at the Cenotaph. Ex service personnel lead the march from the Soldiers' Club to the cenotaph with wreaths laid by multiple community and service groups. Two minutes of silence, Last Post, and a sermon by Rev H V Barratt marked the ceremony.
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Mihe
Forbes
K. H. Hastings
Supreme
Paul Murphy
RSL
Legion of Ex-Service
Soldiers’ Club
RAAF
Assiociatiois
Lachlan Street
Municipal Council
Jemalong Shire
Women's Auxiliary
C.W.A. Red Cross Society
Ex-Servicemen's
Red Cross Circle
Far West Chil
Dren
Brownies
Cubs
Lodge
Lunchian
Lodge Jemalong
Rotary Club of
Forben
Alan Perry
Revellie Anarracterd
Historical Society Maps a Year of Local History Work
The Forbes community heard a plan to affiliate with the Royal Historical Society and publish a booklet of papers. Members volunteered topics from law and order to Forbes district history, with progress reports due at the next May 29 meeting. The Anzac march drew large turnout, led by the Forbes and District Band, with the Air Force Association marching for the first time. The cenotaph service featured wreaths and a call for preserving war records in the society archives.
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Royal Historical Society
Anc
Hor
Ford
T. Gale
Il Broderick
Mearns E. J. Willis
T W Parry
J Fell
Mewna
John Madden
Lachlan
F. J. Connie
Old Kentdthes
Tagine H
Broderick
Forbes and
George Gunn
Kelleher
Forbes
Tiwan
Croga
Marist Bros
Gentral Australia
Simpson Desert
McEulop
Co Forbes
Central Australia
Ald
Conridge
Ture
Spirit of Anzac echoes in Australia and sacrifice recalled
The Rev Barratt recalls the public service and memories of those who sacrificed in two world wars. He urges reflection on the meaning of sacrifice, urging Australians to honor comrades and redeem their sacrifice, mentioning Annie Day in concluding remarks.
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We World
TR Wong
Australia
Barratt
Annie Day
Anzac Day At St. John's Observances Mention Absent Pade
Anzac Day services at St. John's were held with limited time due to the absence of Pade for 18 years, while other deva Mons took part in the ceremonies.
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St. John's
Pade
21st Birthday Celebration on Battye Street
A fragment notes a birthday event for Mr. and friends on Battye Street during the weekend. The text is incomplete but indicates a festive gathering marking a 21st birthday with attendees mentioned as Mr. and others.
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AL Waller
Thane
Festival Variety Seed Distribution Expanded
Mr Nicholson announced seed of the new Festival variety would be increased this year at Condobalin Experiment Farm under irrigation. Seed of Festival has been distributed to eleven registered seed growers in northern and western districts of the State, with plans to increase distribution next year.
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Nicholson
Condobalin
Leston
Blind Man Cuts Foot at Orange Road Incident
A Monday incident on Orange Road left Claude Rousell with a painful wound requiring stitches after a blow to the head and a fall. A blind man, aiding in the scene, stood by as rescuers removed a stack of wood involved in the accident to Nowpital for treatment.
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Orange Road
Claude Rousell
Nowpital
Driving Under The Influence Policy Stance Report
The N.A.M.L.A. comments on courts leniency in DUI cases under Section 556A. It urges automatic licence cancellation upon proof of offence, unless extenuating circumstances exist, and notes concern over inconsistent enforcement. It also highlights calls for government action to clarify rules and strengthen deterrents.
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N.amla
Alhouen
Seri Wun
Homebush Sheep Market Unaltered
Dalgety s News Service reports Homebush values steady with lambs 16d to 2d, wethers to 4d, ewes to 1d, plus dkin value. Yarded prime descriptions scarce and market weaker. Bullocks Bay to W per 100 lb, steers 0 to 100, cows and heifers 5 to 66, yearlings and dealers 100.
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Dalgety
Post Office Phonogram Service Expands Telegram Use
The Post Office phonogram service shows a substantial rise in telegrams handled in recent years. The Postmaster notes about 100 a year sent by telephone subscribers in the community, with clergy Rev. K. Doust and Capt. L. A. Whan participating in readings for the commemorations.
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Kapa Post Office
Remembering Angel Day and its solemn meaning
Editorial reminiscence reflects on Angel Day's enduring significance and the duty to honor those who served. The piece stresses that marching pageantry is secondary to the sacrifice of soldiers, urging readers to uphold the debt of remembrance and renew resolve in their duties.
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Tite
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United States
United Nations
Republic of Eves
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H. V. Barratt
Historical Society
Perbes
Harold Street
HV. Barratt
Angac
Legion of Ex-Servicamen
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Gilance
Amid
AnmacJetus Rememer
Anzac
France
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Syria
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Org Islands
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Sar- Priest
Post Office Phonogram Service
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