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Newspaper

Forbes Advocate

Location

Forbes, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Aug 17, 1937

Page

5

Shire Meeting Reports Road Clearing and Quarry Sale

Jemalong Shire Council heard A J Booth report on road clearing needs south of Carrawandoo State Forest and graveling of bridge approaches on Mulgutl. Tenders to be called in February. quarry plant sale discussed with a £1000 offer plus commission for engine, compressor and receiver. Council also noted growing island in Lachlan River junction with Bumbuggin Creek threatening water supply.

Jemalong Shire A. J. Booth Vritley Carrawandoo Griffith Ord Herbert Beddie Griffith Ile Mrr. Bailey Rownell Herbert WC. and T. Commission Bumbuggin Booth Bumbagein Creek Coun

Secondary Roads Work Hopos Als and Council Delays

The engineer notes attempts by Mir Gallup to push the council to replace gravel causeways with concrete culverts and channels on secondary roads. The plan aims to swap temporary structures for permanent ones while creating jobs, with a reference to prior Back Marsden Road work funded by grants and loans. The matter was deferred to the next meeting. Howarth and Hodder progress on Caravandool Forest clearing was slow, with payment limits discussed. Authority for a pigeonhole press for road forms and testing gear, costing about £15, was considered but not finalized.

Mir. Gallup Agiin Mrr. Booth Marsden Roar Howarth Hodder Caravandool Forest

Straying stock policy tightens on first impounding

Forbes municipal council will prosecute owners on first impounding of straying stock after evasion of a prior rule. Alderman Meagher describes previous practice as a joke and urges fixed penalties, noting 200 plus animals impounded since September 1. He warns of costly town beautification for stray stock and backs extending rules to all balances where stock was impounded.

Forbes Municipal Council Counci J. P. Rail Plac J. Nellson Flint Str Meagher Ald. Meagher Shotsere Ald. Hapreck

Monster Star in Palestine Pageant Headed by Bert Le Blanc

A variety show roster features the Irish Ambassador to Palestine Bert Le Blanc as host, with Nellie Rolle and a cast including French Clown Lies Silhouettes and Jasper and Florence. The lineup spans musical acts, acrobats, dancing, comedy, jugglers, and ballet. Reserve tickets through Clare Howes.

Bert LE Blanc Hammy Palestine Nellie Rolle Toy LE Don Fay Aid Millie Got Phillips J. C. Williamson White Horee Tin Coy Beauty Ballet Tall Orchestra

Memorial notice for Mervyn Brocque and family thanks

In loving memory of Mervyn Brocque who died August 17 1935. Dear son and brother remembered by his parents and sister Todds and all who knew him. Appreciation extended to Forbes District Hospital matron and nursing staff for their care and sympathy from family and friends.

W. Read Union Bireet Lean Forbes District Hospital

Auction Notice At 230 Sharp Parrand North Hllfors

Instructions from Mrs W Agret to sell a large house contents including furniture such as Oak suites Lindewma dining set Lino carpets and a Singer sewing machine. Also building materials including Murphles glass doors enamel basins and glazing supplies. Items listed with quantities and room placements.

J.C. Keane

Irrigation Pump Permit Sought on Lachlan River

The Water Conservation and Irrigation Commission invites protests or support for Rudolph Herman Jones who seeks a lease on Portion 2 Parish of Cadow County of Gippe for a 50 acre irrigation pump on the Lachlan River. Written responses must reach the Commission by 3 September 1847. Secretary H. Bevan, Box 21080, OP.O. Sydney. WC DO 37/7065. August 8, 1937.

Rudolph Herman Jones Lachlan Cadow Gippe H. Bevan Water Consergation and Irrigation Commission Op.o. Sydney

Forbes Rates Notice and Legal Action Warning

Forbes residents are reminded that current year rates incur a compulsory extra charge of per cent from August 1937. Under Section 148 of the Local Government Act, the levy is mandatory and waivers are not available. Legal proceedings will begin against those not making satisfactory payment arrangements, per town clerk D. B. Dempsey at Forbes Town Hall.

D. B. Dempsey Town Hall Forbes

Forbes Electors and Ratepayers List Exhibition Notice

Notice under Ordinance 14 Local Government Act 1910 announces exhibition of the list of electors and ratepayers for Forbes for the enrolling triennial period during office hours from 15 to August 1897 at Forbes Town Hall Court House and Police Station. Claims or objections must be lodged by August next with proper declarations. forms available at the office. D. P. Dempsey Town Clerk Forbes Fortes August 1897.

Forbes Town Hall Court House Polich Station Doratos D. P. Dempsey Fortes

Public Meeting Convened for Inter Town Queen Nomination Forbes

The note announces a public meeting in the Forbes Town Hall council chambers on a Friday night at 8 p.m. to consider a candidate nomination for the Inter Town Queen Competition in the Centenary Celebrations. Invites the public and is signed by Mayor HE. Ford in August 1937. Another item states Dr H B Sweet will be in Sydney this week for the Australian Dental Conference and will be away from his surgery.

Town Hall Forbes HE. Ford Sweet Sydney Yellow

Mannequin Viva Pettit's Spring Fprocks Set for Plate

Mannequin Viva Pettit's spring fprocks will take plate in the D.W.A. rooms. Seats for afternoon tea may be booked by ringing the secretary, phone aa.

D.W.A W.A. Becretary

Municipal Council Votes and Notices From Meeting

The council discussed disposing of older horses at the sanitary depot and ordered a report on practicability and mechanics. It authorized notices to E Crowther to remove dilapidated structures within 14 days and reviewed plans for electricity expansion, site tower clock, railway signals, and local government conference.

Sanitary Depo Meagher Wee E. Crowther Wall Cours

Studio regrets sticker issue on Wings of the Morning

The studio management reports an overzealous employee placed Wings of the Morning promotional stickers featuring John McGarruck and Aanebelin in one or two locations at the studio venue causing minor annoyance. Upon complaint, a fix was instructed and the matter is to be resolved to the satisfaction of those involved.

Studio Theatre John McGarruck Aanebelin

Lost coat reward notice at Lackilen Street Porbew

A five pound reward is offered for the return of a beige English Burbary Ladies Coat lost on Saturday. The reward will be paid upon its delivery to Lloyds at Lackilen Street Porbew.

Lloyds Lackilen Street Porbew

Sewerage Works Seeks Assistant At Seventeen

Council decides to hire a 17 year old assistant for sewerage duties as workload rises. Mr Kelly the sewerage attendant faces expanded tasks including clearing chokages, adjusting pumping, and assisting with treatment works. A youth suitable for the post will be sought following a Thursday meeting of the sewerage inspector and department officials.

FP. Kelly Parsons Connett Department of Works Aig Kelly

Bowling Club Formed at Eugowra Officers Elected

Large attendance at the Royal Cafe for an adjourned Eugowra meeting on forming a bowling club. Two cost estimates differed greatly, prompting a sub committee with the Shire to seek the lowest feasible price for a satisfactory green. Officers elected include Patron Dr R A Herbert and President D B McCarron. secretary W Jones and treasurer G R Dart.

Morris Howe C. Cobley Canowindra Te Wow Clibs T O R. AH. Herbert DB. McCarren Mosars C. W. Langford F. A. Douglas J. Cutelitle W. A. Townsend J. Kirby W. Hopley Dr. O'Reilly A. Kingsford W. Jones G. RB Dart N. A. Laneyrie M Wheatley D. Herbert J Wroedward J. P. Gallagher F. EB. Hull A. Boreham J. Gallagher J. Cutcliffe R. H Herbert Laneyrie W. Townsend

Dr Williams Pink Pills Help Woman Recover Health

An Australian woman from Great NSW describes two years of giddy headaches anemia and backache followed by improving energy appetite and weight after using Dr Williams Pink Pills for rich blood. She reports headaches gone and overall vigor restored and recommends the pills for pale run down invalids seeking robust health.

Nsw Dr. Williams Williams

Forbes Associated Agents Alteration of Pig Sale Dates

Owing to clating with Wogan Dates pig sales at Forbes Municipal Boulevards are moved to Friday August 27 Friday September 17 Friday October 8 Friday October 20 Friday November 17 Friday December 10. R B Entwisle secretary.

Forbes Associated Agents Forbes Municipal Bulevards R. B. Entwisle

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