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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 27, 1940
Page
4
Costs You Les and a Better Couch Remedy. HEENZO remedy claims quick action on ailments and is suitable for adults and children. The text mentions HURENZO and Decaure with a stray quote about a wary angler and biting.
Garema P and C Association held at Garema school last Wednesday night with fifteen members present. Energetic discussions led to approving purchase of an axe and a soccer ball for school use and planning a combined picnic and dance in October to support patriotic funds. The next meeting to finalize picnic plans is scheduled for September 11.
Wyalong defeats Forbes 26 to 9 in a windy Maher Cup Rugby League clash. The visitors dominated early with a 16-2 halftime lead and extended the margin to 34-2, despite Forbes lifting play with the breeze in the second half.
Electoral authorities announce August 30 as the final date for enrolment claims to be received by registrars. Only claims in the hands of registrars by 6 pm on Friday August 30 will be effective for the coming elections. posted submissions must also reach registrars by 6 pm.
The Forbes Craque Club held an entertainment on the greens last Wednesday to raise money for a cause. They collected £4 12s 2d with items including turkey disposal and stalls as part of the effort.
Canowindra defeats Dubbo 10 points to nil in a windy Sunday final of the Jack Hore Gold Cup. Dubbo opened with a Woods try but Canowindra answered, taking the lead before the final whistle as the challengers clinched the title.
In a tight contest Forbes narrow 25 24 win over Wyalong with pivotal scoring from Davie Wilerrp Trees and Pitelfield. Ron Flynn and Flynn initiate Forbes fast breaks while a late penalty and defensive stand keep a one score margin. Parke Heseries plays for Porters Reavis in a separate early game marked by a strong showing from Ro Ryan.
Weekend play determined the A and B grade qualifiers with Ro Hynds Langmead H Woodman G Low J Shirvington J Thomas and 8 Gaile among A grade entrants. In B grade N Hudson Ron Eliott S McCelm C Cocksedge J Haddy A Beattie HL William and E Kennard filled top spots.
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