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Forbes Advocate

Location

Forbes, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Aug 13, 1937

Page

5

Scots Ball Sets New Local Social Record In Forbes

The second annual Scots Ball at Forbes Town Hall drew about 650 attendees from near and far, raising nearly 150 pounds at the door and expected net proceeds around 80 pounds. Organizers led by Mr. McLennan and Mr. Hood reported a magnificent success with vibrant tartan decorations, a pipe band from Sydney, a haggis ceremony, and an extensive supper service staged by Presbyterian Church volunteers, marking a standout soci al event in town history.

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Ambulance Appointment Row Sparks Parkes Forbes Dispute

Parkes and Forbes ambulance committees clash over appointing A J Wheeler as bearer collector. Parkes claims lack of confidence sharing and insists on Wheeler’s straight appointment, while Forbes seeks confirmation amid local and Sydney authorities input. The decision was not confirmed at the Forbes side.

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Council Minutes Report Health Diphtheria Case And Civic Fees

Health inspector notes one diphtheria case in a 12 year old unvaccinated boy. Barber shop transfer and slaughter premises registration approved subject to improvements. Milk vendor registration applied for. sanitary depot injury noted with compensation. July activity: sewer bonuses filed. cattle yard sales tallied. impounding actions. gas production and mains repairs. Electrical and water works production up. new consumers connected. pumping unit work underway. apprenticeship recommended. rationed works enrollment and haulage quotations discussed. Carrier and forwarding agent.

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