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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 05, 1947
Page
1
Official notice from Buckingham Palace confirms the marriage of Princess Elizabeth and Lieutenant Phillip Mountbatten will take place at Westminster Abbey at 11 30 am on Thursday November 20. The King and Queen have approved the date.
A historical brief notes Seyrr memélet olds toler Woods'Great Peppermint Cure gaining attention in local circles. The piece highlights community reaction and mentions key figures associated with the remedy's promotion and testing in the area.
Fragmented OCR text outlines talk on reparations for Australian prisoners of war with references to External Affairs, Evatt, and the Japanese public conference. The readable pieces suggest a presenter named Te Licht or TeLuts and discussions on positions and dates, but details are incomplete.
Calare MP John Howse faces a busy week with events from Cudal and Wellington stockyards to the Crowning ceremony in Lie Elgowra hospital ball. He plans meetings with the Civil Aviation Department, opens at Orange, and coordinates emergency transport and postal telephony issues for regional services.
In bitter cold weather a man was arrested Friday after an all night search for the shooting of Miss Lorna Rothery near Cudal. On Saturday her brother Frederick John Rothery, 25, was charged at Orange Police Court with murder and remanded to appear August 18 for medical examination and further proceedings.
A five day effort across the state seeks to bar Saturday trading. A meeting in Nevedle organized by shop assistants urged shopkeepers to end Saturday hours. Officials consider Friday testing and a proposal to stagger hours, with petitions urging reform for Saturday mornings and alternate shifts.
Four people died in a fire at Corakl near Lismore on Saturday night. Early reports say the blaze broke out in a dwelling on Duke Street. Witnesses described flames trapping occupants as neighbors tried to help. Police are investigating the cause amid chaotic scenes and conflicting accounts.
The report highlights Forbes pair L Cannon and Miss Matthews clinching the C W title at Parkes amid mixed results for rivals including Tak Caronina and Mirya Rowmeenil. The event featured close doubles play and notable performances from Canadian entrants, with audience acclaim for Wilkers and the home gallery praising the champions.
Fragmentary prose depicts Judith and John rekindling old feelings after ten years. A chaotic lyric voice evokes aging, beauty, and a wedding mood as memories surge, prompting renewed affection and hopeful return of romance.
New beauty ad promotes Creme Charmosan Hie in a 26 tube pack with 1-A charm for aiinmpel use. Available shades include Rachel Naturelle Peche Sun Tan. Box comes in a big 24 unit carton. small 1/3 size option also listed.
The record lists a dense set of race entries and times for Grenfell racing meeting. Names such as Must Tell, Myall Rex, Bundarah, Flying Hanging, Joy’s Best, Lucky Jim appear with varied odds and mile distances.
The Chatriett Superintendent of the Big Brother Movement aims to send HO Engiety migrants to Australia each year. In the Orange district interviews with property holders are held to find work. Mr Barlow says placements in the Western district will be unlikely until March or April next year due to high demand for miners and farm labour.
A P P U plans a conference in New South Wales to organize the Australian brewing sector. The event will discuss representation for Wanlee of the Australian Brewery Producer Union in Victoria, South Australia, and Western Australia, among others.
Forbes horse Tims won the Flying Cowen Handicap in a well attended meeting at Cowra. Jockeys from Naughton and Molday guided horses like Serpent Tis and Lockmore to near finishes. Winners claimed odds like 6/1 as multiple handicaps including Mainden, Progest, and August Handicap produced tight outcomes with protests noted.
A special excursion trip departs at a2) prop Thekele wale tn alughe fare for the return journey.
A sulky and a lorry collided at the intersection of Johnnne and Lawley Streets in Forbes last Friday afternoon. The horse pulling the sulky had to be shot by police. Property owner Donald Wallace resided near Hayul Hotel with his wife. The lorry driver, Wallace Ashton Hamilton, was traveling north along John's Street when the crash occurred.
John Cobley elected patron of the Central Western District Bowing Association with Parkes ties. Report mentions treasurer Knight, secretary Woodmen, and activities at Beaugerove Forbes with teams from Coonamble and surrounding clubs. A pennant and green coat details referenced, noting seven players per team and upcoming events.
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