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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 30, 1927
Page
3
Health Inspector urges Forbes council to enact mosquito prevention measures to curb dengue and improve summer rest. Warns of spread along coast, calls for draining stagnant water, covering tanks, kerosene on large lagoons, and homeowner efforts to destroy breeding sites. Recommends Governor proclamation of Ordinance 41 Local Government Act 1919.
The mayor reports a mutual understanding allows Parkes and Forbes bona-fide residents to ply within the area using their licenses. The council plans to cancel this arrangement and require licenses issued by the local council. A list of Parkes residents with public vehicle licenses will be prepared and observed until 31 December next, after which licenses must come from Forbes Council.
Miss Mae Kingsley a world renowned Australian glass blower will exhibit in Forbes next week. She will demonstrate making glassware from raw material to finished product without moulds, including glass dresses and a glass steamer engine. Assisted by W. L. Westwood the artist will explain every step of the process.
In Parkes a private hospital burial marked the death of Peter Alfred Aller aged 41 from pneumonia, after prior injuries in an accident. The community honored HL Victor Foy with a gold medal from the Trundle Jockey Club, while others like Miss Dophoe Berckmeier suffered an accident and local council debated future church and hotel matters.
The Lachlan river watershed faces a serious noxious weed problem prompting Waugoola Shire Council to seek cooperation from Forbes Pastures Protection Board. A proposed County Council would compel landholders to address weeds and grant authority to declare nuisances, while opponents warn of added costs and duplicate efforts. Director Elliott urged PP Board control, noting uniform weed policy across areas is essential to prevent spread and risk to districts.
The Land Board meeting yesterday afternoon welcomed new member Frank Smith appointed weeks ago. J P M Benson the Crown representative and local officials voiced congratulations and confidence he will serve with independence and uphold the district’s welfare. Smith thanked speakers and pledged to perform duties to the best of his ability.
Mr A Ervine of Belfast Ireland will preach at Ghin Ghin Sunday at 2 pm and at Trundle Presbyterian Church at 7 20 pm the sermon text In death a term or a tunnel He is a relative of W J Ervin of Lowun Trundle. Bank of Australasia manager J M Robertson Tollamore has learned of a transfer to Melbourne which will be received with mixed feelings by locals.
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