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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 26, 1932
Page
1
The Dole policy tightens eligibility and grants discretionary powers to paying officers, triggering complaints in Forbes. Unemployed and some locals accuse officials of unfairly limiting aid while others see the need for standardizing relief amid concerns about drinking, idleness, and the proper balance between welfare and work.
Forbes Listener Denies Radio Impounds After buying several cattle he notices a stranger among them and impounds the herd. The animal is sold for £6 to the pound. Later he discovers one of his own cattle is missing and realizes he impounded his own stock. He seeks a refund of the fees from the council.
The Bogan Gate Show held last Wednesday attracted strong financial and scenic praise with oddities in trail oil demonstrations and top ring events. Local figures like Mr McMillan of Cunningdansd impressed as best cider while cooking displays by womenfolk showcased palate-friendly talents. Hon K A Bullesahow opened the event, congratulating President Wo Chew and Secretary J T a Becket on solid work, with results postponed to the next issue.
Fore letters from readers complain about radio interference and demand compensation for licenses. An inspector suggests connecting honeycomb coils in the power supply to reduce noise, while readers mock the idea and urge listeners to contribute to keep inspectors employed.
About forty friends attended a farewell party for Miss D Tucker at the CWA on Wednesday evening hosted by Mr W H Pry and friends. The event featured dancing, communal singing, a delicious supper, and a cornet performance by Miss Tucker with accompaniment by Mr Fry. Attendees included Miss Tucker's father Mrs A Tucker and relatives from Woodstock. The guest of honor, soon to wed Mr M V Stevenson of the Bank of S.B.W audit department, received a collages salad bow mod ornament. Presentation made by Mr J M N Farrison, with remarks by D C Toohill, W Robb, and Miss Agnes Caldwell.
Disjointed report notes interference and wire noise around Oxford Street. Councillors and staff describe the situation as garbled and unresolved while readers report ongoing disturbances near close stations. Mr W. T. Craw is mentioned among observers.
An evening at Camp Hill featured a host who played 2FC for guests including two Brothers with limited knowledge. A performance of Mogart's Magic Flute sparked fascination as the host mused on the composer Mogurt. One brother asked is he a composer and the host replied that Mogurt is still composing, joking that he is decomposing now.
Detective Sergeant McCrae of the CIB arrived in Forbes by train to advance inquiries into the Hepburn poisoning case. The coroner returned an open verdict but said Hepburn died by organized poison. The investigation follows the lead of a prominent officer known for high profile Australian cases in Cooma Glen Innes Bendemeer.
Forbes plans their season end at Parkes with a traveling side from Minisery's Hotel departing at 1 pm. The matchup pits Forbes against a local sister-town side as five Meagher Ableldt players are given a chance. Possible Forbes selections include Low Parslow McCormack Barnlett McGuire Le Brocque Rolts Flynn Pleresy Gavin Keane Hodge Davidson Clothier Lloyd and Lloyd.
Officers in town wield discretionary powers to identify deserving cases while Appeal Boards are seen as a guard against abuse. The piece notes genuine men resist charity and suggests government aims to discern the honest. ALA England reports a lady driver’s car smelled burning. an inspector finds a blasket and a kipper on the exhaust manifold.
The NMA notes that Sydney traffic is lighter than in leading U.S. cities. Los Angeles at Wilshire Boulevard and Western Avenue records about 4378 cars per hour, over 73 per minute. New York’s Park Avenue at Fifty Seventh Street sees around 4287 vehicles hourly.
A fragmented plea urges listeners to form a united body to demand an inspection. It frames the effort as part of a dramatic political play with references to Mr. WT and crew and to act in an uptosdste version of a stirring piece.
Francs J. Baker, 19, son of Mrs. B. Baker of Bridge Street Forbes, was found dead with a pistol shot on the Waugan Road six miles from Eugowra. He had been missing since Tuesday night after leaving a hunting spot. The body was moved to Eugowra for a coroner’s inquest set for August 2. The inquiry will determine the cause and manner of death.
The For bes P A and H Association show sale was held by J Butler. Publican Booth rights sold for £25 to Mrs. M G Lender and fruit and refreshments to Mr. L Ayam for £5 10. Prices rose from 1931. With higher wheat, wool prospects look bright and attendance expected to beat records. Rodeos draw interest as entries flow for junior competition and the main event. Twenty good rough bullocks prepared. Members urged to keep tickets and attend both days to help the show succeed. Secretary Austen calls the show the town and district's best advertisement and worth the effort. Fence sealers warned there will be actions this year despite prior revenue, and it won’t happen unchallenged.
Forbes Council mulls making Show Week brighter with lights along the White Way. Alderman Ford asks if the council will cover costs to illuminate the district through the week and point out distinguished visitors, urging all to dress up for Forbes and the Sunday beat.
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