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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 26, 1947
Page
1
A U.S. Admiral named Denfeld is appointed to govern the Japanese Pacific islands under a trusteeship agreement ratified by the United States and Congress. The move places these islands under U.S. administration.
The Tale pier gathering drew about two hundred attendees to discuss council changes. A major realignment followed the resignation of roughly half the council, with aldermen noting no pay for duties yet a shortage of positions and many candidates stepping forward.
An advertisement extols De Witt's Pills as a remedy for aches linked to sluggish kidneys and joint pains. It claims the pills act directly on the kidneys and disperse stagnation, promising lasting relief and urging readers to ask chemists for a bottle.
Bland Shire Council prevailed in the High Court ruling upholding its right to levy rates on land mortgaged to Rural Bank. The decision followed a lengthy appeals history, with the Chief Justice dissenting in the final count. Donations and a statewide legal fund were discussed to support continued legal fighting.
A traveler arriving from London to Sydney last week misidentified a tray of specimens as decorative ornaments. He exclaimed that he had not won two penned prizes for years, unaware the items were his ordered specimens.
At the Forbes sub-branch Ex-Servicemen and Women's Legion annual meeting a ballot for vice-presidents was held, nominations for general committee created wider participation, and a large attendance heard reports of increased income for the year ending June 30 and praise for officers and a dedicated troupe. The report noted entertainments, subscriptions, and other income with expenditures on administration, printing, headquarters contributions, badges, and welfare. Officers and committee members were elected, and emphasis was placed on continued public appeal and engagement in Legion affairs for ex-servicemen.
A redistributive housing review advances a 26-entry portfolio at Fury’s site, with debate over extending government home building activities. Ministers consider options to accelerate supply while assessing financial and manpower factors for the housing program.
Mr A Billins of Sidney will climb a special court at Forbes Court House on Weilerslay September 3 to deal with alleged breaches of the prices regulations. Arrangements have been made for the court to open at 2 pm.
The eight-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Milton on Show Street Porches fell in a fire on Bat sheauiferry burn to the right. Ambulence rendered first aid and took her to District Hospital. She was later allowed to return home.
Mr Ford described his work for the Legion of Ex-Servicemen and Women as a labor of Jove. He said no task was too heavy and urged everyone to support fellow members, noting ongoing cooperation from the sub-branch and expressing confidence in future assistance. He cited prior support from Weed, Geyst, Peppermint, and Core.
Three applications for possession of premises were heard, all by tenants claiming protection under the National Security Regulations. Cases involved Wietat versus Wallace for premises in Rankin Street and Gunn versus Mrs. Stoker in Oxford Street Forbes with competing occupancies and doubts over vacancy timing under the Act. The court ordered possession in favor of the applicant with a four month warranty period left in place, and heard a second dispute over occupancy at 31 William Street Porthea involving Smith and Holes against owner Mrs. Victory.
Vietering challenged six mayoral candidates to leave hustings and state their policies, urging ratepayers to see what each would implement before voting. The Guardian insists electors deserve clarity on proposals and who would manage rates and municipal duties. A by election at Molong filled seven council vacancies after resignations, as candidates addressed meetings and ratepayers cast their votes amid outside music and inside counting.
A report notes U S programs training armed forces in atomic weaponry under a joint War and Navy department operation. The piece references General Graven as head of the new program and outlines evolving defense and development panes amid wartime urgency.
The Sunday Express reports Philip Mountbatten’s best man is the Marquess of Milford Havers, with speculation that Louis Liew may be involved. The pair are described as close friends and longtime companions in aristocratic circles.
Report from Bedgerebong notes light rain in the early morning with 27 points recorded at Ported Hi oon. A commitment paid £50 for 10 points of rain between 1 and ? did not collect. Both day and night conditions were described as poor, with a meeting planned in the afternoon to determine compensation.
Permission for grazing of horses discussed by Ashburton MLA Mr EP Dring. The question on drovers registering and using four horses involves pasture protection boards. Minister for Lands cites Section 48 PLP Act 1904 and says the matter is administered by the Department of Agriculture and referred to the board.
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