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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 09, 1949
Page
1
The transcript shows Ald Brenner favored by some supporters while others recount conversations about endorsements and past promises. Officials in the district reflect on the political dynamics and local leadership expectations amid a tense mayoral race.
The council approved raising the mayor's allowance from £120 to £178 per year at a recent Mayoral meeting. Alderman Holloway spoke against the move noting the increase may still leave the mayor out of pocket by year end.
Fragmentary notice from Melbourne reports General Maturin Holden signaling price trends for Chevrolet Pomilas Colterile Holden and Vecuxtiall vehicles. A spokesman for Larke Hawking comments on Adin car distribution as market chatter hints at minimal rises in the wake of standard price points.
In Forbes last night Alderman Conridge was re elected Mayor by a five to four margin over Deputy Mayor Brenner. The election sparked a volatile exchange as Brenner failed to unseat the mayor amid comments about an “atom bomb” opposition and praise for Brenner’s wife, the new mayoress, and Brenner pledged support for the town’s leadership.
A cabinet minister lauded Alderman P. Conridge after a lengthy conference with land agents and the mayor. He promised to investigate land openings near Forbes and will discuss further in Sydney. The visit highlighted support for local dairy and future development, with plans to revisit Forbes in July.
The mayor calls for universal participation in the upcoming elections. He emphasizes freedom of belief and warns against coercion or fear at the polls while urging guards to ensure fair access and lawful conduct.
The Advocate argues the upcoming election could force Chifley from office if Labor is returned. It questions whether Australian voters will choose Howse for Calare, contrasts Labor and Liberal stances on Communism, and lauds Curtin while criticizing Labour's postwar direction.
An Advocate reporter visits the Forbes railway silo where about 30 trucks await unloading as workers in dust and sun push grain through bags into dumpers. Delays at weighing and limited dump capacity slow operations. the silo holds 172000 bushels with a 356000 bushel capacity.
A fragmentary opinion piece discusses the 1940s Australian election mood. It cites figures like Chifley and Menzies, mentions the Liberal-Country Party, and predicts Labor's possible return with a smaller majority while noting women's influence and public impatience with government boards and red tape.
At Government House Sydney a large investiture honored Western men with decorations for war service. Recipients included Lieut Colonel FE Hennessay of AMF Ton awarded the 1.8.0 Lieut S E AMF Orange MO Flight-Lieut C C Betts RAAB Captain M A Atkins AML Cowra awarded Associate of the Royal Red Cross for wartime service and leadership.
The piece describes Alderman Brenner defending his stance and clashing with others over baby themes and public works. It notes a comic or satirical tone with references to atom bombs and local store Meagher's, and mentions a Wednesday council session where Brenner spoke and was reported by Philpot.
The M and D Society will present in Town Hall European entertainers from the Parkes migrant camp. The New Australians are said to be remarkable talent and a large audience is expected. Additional surprise performers from Parkes may join Tuesday night, with prospects of surpassing any local artist yet heard.
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