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Forbes Advocate

Location

Forbes, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Dec 10, 1929

Page

7

Primo Carnera Boxing Giant Faces Early Struggles in London

The article profiles Primo Carnera, 22, a tall heavyweight from near Venice who rose from carpentry to boxing under M. Leon Lee. His family includes a 17 year old brother and a mother described as slight, with Carnera facing lodging and bedding challenges as he pursues a boxing career abroad. The piece notes Stribling dominating until a foul, and Carnera’s imposing frame and growing presence in the sport.

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Gauge proposal and rail gauge debate across Australia

The Western Times reports on a deporation urging the Broken Hill to Port Augusta railway, debating standard gauge versus broader gauges. It outlines traveler disruptions between Brisbane and Perth, with multiple gauge changes causing delays and discomfort, and notes a government agreement to pursue a transcontinental line.

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Australia enters a new route struggle with Western states

An Australian debate on maritime and territorial routes centers on Western regions and Bathurst. Advocates push for improved passage and a future unified transport policy while opponents warn of delays and political tension. The argument stresses reform, potential economic benefits, and framing a broader national rail and sea strategy.

Wool-Claiming School Move at Forbes Grazier Meet

In a Forbes Grazier meeting on Saturday the Forbes branch decided to align with the central Wool Classing Association. Mr Bassett moved that the Association establish a wool planning school in Forbes to serve the Central West, with support from Mr Hammond and collaboration with the Chamber of Commerce.

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