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Forbes Advocate

Location

Forbes, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Dec 07, 1943

Page

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Awaited World Decisions From Teheran Conference

Reports from Moscow and Western outlets emphasize Teheran as the key wartime meeting. Allied leaders plan decisive political moves likely shaping Europe, with expectations of limited German compromise and strategic shifts in North Africa and India. The discussions influence possible Western command appointments and Turkey–Allied diplomacy.

Moscow Ste Russia Berlin Red Star Poliny Europe Teheran Politien America Nth Afriga India Chis Eal Bhek Toda United States Fisgherar Ei ‘Dapend United Natons Ageinet Germany Bavaba Genomean Radior Mormalie Sciteerlnd Turkey Tmonu Churchill Roosevelt

Pacific War Dispatch Reports Japanese Counter Attacks Fail

General MacArthur’s headquarters says Japanese counter-attacks in New Guinea were repelled as Australian forces push from Warco Wis with infantry artillery and air support. In the Solomons 25 Japanese planes attacked Bougainville but were countered, with losses. The Navy chief Knox cites heavy fighting looming as allies prepare to press toward Japan in 1945.

Warco Wis Bismarck Sea Solomons U.S Bougeinville Bane

Perspiration Undies Ad Sparks Summer Caution

An odd promotional snippet warns that perspiration in underwear rises with heat and reuse can cause odour. It emphasizes Lux undies for comfort and suggests quick cleaning to prevent offence and save coupons.

Paid Supreme Sacrifice Two Forbes Airmen Reported Dead

Two more Forbes airmen are confirmed dead in World War II action. Sergeant Observer Donald Barbour, 21, son of Mex. E. Md. Barbour of Forbes, died November 10 after training in Australia and service in England. Flight-Sergeant Frank Gee, 25, missing then believed killed over Germany, was a Hawkesbury College alumnus and an Orange High School and King's School, Parramatta alumnus.

Mex. E. Md. Barbour Johnson Street Forbes Australian Air Board Donald Crosbie Barborer England Jane Out Observer Barbour Australia América Hay Stoker Jim Barbour Navy Melbourne Margaret Meer A. Ff Hughes & Co Frank Gee RS. Gee Heerot Street Klasf Germany Geneva Red Crown Gee Sergi Hawkesbury College Canada Orange High School King's School Farramatta Serge

Forbes CWA reports strong year with netting and crafts

The Forbes branch of the Country Women’s Association held its annual meeting showing reduced indebtedness to 1140 and a credit balance. Forty five members attended as Mrs Beddie chaired. highlights include camouflight netting and handicrafts projects, reports praising workers and officers, and a secretary’s report noting membership at 123.

Forbes Country Women's Association Mth H. Beddie RL Wood Woods Emd Peti Hong Chalit Mandames Ebbs Weaver Turner Poote Copeland Eaton J. Reymond Thornton Hunt Miss Coles Bbna de Neta Burrows Gillard Neta L. Wichardson Jack Cashman Ebbs Roberts Crofts W. Morris Ron Miller Bedgerabong Nuwalla Wirrings Warroo Bone Dell Carraboblin Ernie Austen Ua Ao Jeant Mer Beddle Malloy Mr. Whitelaw You & Meaume Porches Whitelaw

British American Planes Sinker Eight U boat Fleet

In an eight days battle British and American aircraft sunk six German U boats in Atlantic lanes. Weather and rough seas hindered German attacks and reduced their force, while Allied efforts limited enemy losses to one Liberator. The action marks a major setback for Germany in the Atlantic.

London Atlantic Omalanes Wiree Sonvey Germaine

Obituary Mr Les Hayes Passes After Gall Stone Operation

The death tolls in Sydney on Friday following gall stone surgery for Mr Les Hayes a former head teacher at Portes and Parkes Intermediate High Schools He married Lena Peters and leaves a widow. Hayes a popular figure and keen billiardist once won the British Empire amateur championship in South Africa and met champions Lindrum and Lee in exhibition matches. He was 40. funeral attendance included Mr W Peters of Parkes and his sister.

Sydney Les Hayes Portes and Parkes Lena Peters Fred Peters Sec South Africa Lee Burney Pred Lindrum Forbes and Parkes Lindrum Forbes Haye W. Peters Farkes

Nazi Spy Seized in Hollywood

Report from Hollywood notes a Nazi spy captured amid wartime tension. The article contrasts prewar female munition workers under ten percent with a current approximate one in four in war production roles across government and private factories.

Hollywood

Trouble at Forbes Power House Escalates Over Officer Suspension

An officer suspension at the Forbes power plant has alarmed the town. Electrical Engineer Mr. Beynon reports the action, and a special council meeting is planned for tomorrow night to address the issue.

Forbes Power House Beynon

Community Guild Reports 1963 64 Year End Review

The report highlights social events and fundraising by committees of the Com Forte Fund Hospital and Guilds across churches and Bunshine Club. It notes afternoon teas, flower displays, and a successful international day, plus war savings certificates, baby clinic support, overdraft reduction, and new purchases funded by members. It commends Mrs Murphy Mrs Bassett Mrs Caldwell and others for leadership and service, and ends with hopeful wishes for 1964 and returning servicemen.

Comforte Fund and Hospital Bunshine Club Murphy Sharp and Malloy Mire Ghrry W. J. Bassett Wes America Daly Cartels Misa Coles A.O.F Caldwell Preas Beddie

Stock Inspector Reports Health Varied Among Livestock

Forbes P.P Board heard the Stock Inspector say livestock health was generally satisfactory but parasitic and bacterial issues persisted. Pneumonia and necrotic enteritis affected pigs on dirty premises while phenol vaccination showed some benefit for worms in weaners porkers and sows. Rabbit eradication and fencing were the focus of improvement work.

Jones Forbes P.P Board

Charity Teas Raise Funds Through Rest Rooms Events

The report notes profits from teas and afternoon teas totaling 30/1/6 with one after noon tea yielding £5/4 which was donated to the Red Cross. Rest Rooms were rented free to charities and churches for monthly teas, with a 2/6 charge offsetting gas and electric costs, producing £3/2/6.

Red Cross

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