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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 06, 1946
Page
4
Forbes held off Canowindra to a tense lower scoring clash amid a packed crowd. Canowindra pressed early, with Hodge nearly scoring and Canowindra forcing scrums, then Forbes surged back in the first half before a dominant second period by Forbes kept them level with Canowindra until the final whistle.
The tense Canowindra versus Forbes rugby match at Parkes ends in a high hitting draw with both sides trading momentum. Flynn and Caldwell spark home attacks while Canowindra keeper Kupkee is ruled offside, evening the score as the second half unfolds.
The Canewindra game ended 2-0 with YW defeating Canewindra Police Boys Club. In the second match CW Firsts beat Canewwind Reserves 12-0.
Wellington won the grand final against Peak Hill. The report notes high competition and a strong performance by Wellington on Sunday.
A fundraising effort titled Legacy Buttons To be Sold Friday supports widows and orphans of deceased servicemen. The campaign, backed by Legacy and city leaders, includes a commemorative badge symbolizing remembrance. Torchbearers were named by Mayors and Admiral Moore, with site ceremonies in Gloucester and Elizabeth Street planned.
A fragmented report describes war related renovations and local group formations. It mentions Legacy House and Torch Bearers, with references to accommodation issues, town rebuilding, and community efforts amid disruption.
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