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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 12, 1952
Page
5
The Women's Hospital Auxiliary will hold its annual meeting at the GWA on Friday, August 15. Members and the public are urged to attend and participate in planned activities.
At the Forbes Branch meeting of the Wil Safety Council J Mohnberg and Ald Harkler raised objections to Lachlan Street bus stops and fronting parking. They argued mail must be delivered and a permanent stand in front of the post office should be set aside for mail carriers with contractors using the remaining frontage. The motion to grant a permanent stand in front of the P O was approved.
Sheep showed a easing trend with lambs easier and grown sheep firm to dear on Thursday. A good supply of trade sheep appeared and most cattle classes were well represented, with a total value around 457 recorded. The market hinted prices may hold at current levels.
The Forbes Apex Club outlines a busy year with events raising funds for local causes. Officers for 1952 include President John Meagher and Secretary Arthur Palmer, while projects covered flood relief, community service, and collaborations with nearby Apex Clubs and the CWA.
Notice warns that all persons removing firewood or trespassing on Yerrangong North and Yarrangong South will be prosecuted. Includes notice that standard size medium ink Typewriter Ribbons are available at the Advocate Office.
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