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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 10, 1943
Page
4
An official statement from Australian ministers urges understanding of meat rationing as a wartime necessity. It notes limits on production growth, calls for public acceptance of restrictions, and emphasizes fair meat shares for all despite scarce resources during the total war.
Caroline Ann Moore wife of E J Moore of Bellevue Hill and former Wagga died at Sydney Hospital on November 25. She was daughter of William and Eliza Stoneham of Canowindra and widow of Ggt C Wates of the first ALF who fell in May 1917. She leaves four brothers William Alfred Hamilton and two sisters Mrs Rice Canowindra and Mrs Jones Hurstville Grove.
Victorian era notice records amounts donated to the Eugowra Patriot ic Appeal with names such as T B Toohey A R Evans J W Toohey and J McClintock and anonymous contributions totaling 251. Disbursements include expenses and charity handouts totaling 251. The appeal closed on the 10th ult and a committee statement follows.
Pupils of the Convent School and their families enjoyed an annual breakup held in the convent grounds. A living Christmas tree and gifts delighted children while a musical program featured songs including Silent Night and See Amid the Winters Snow. A Italian aria Santa Lucia impressed listeners as infant singers performed Sleep, Baby Sleep. An afternoon tea followed and dancing concluded the event before the school closed for six weeks.
A Riversleigh stud added a top ram bought for three figures and a special Corriedale ram from A N Kerr Eng Wellwood Orange. Strong demand for sale sheep this year leaves few two-tooth rams.
A large stock of bacon and ham was distributed on Tuesday and will continue through December 21 under orders from the Deputy Meat Controller Mr. Shute. Sale companies were instructed to supply ham and bacon to retailers as part of wartime measures. The text notes a dramatic rise in women employed on direct war contracts from about 141 to an estimated 100,000 by late November.
A brief column lists residents with updates from illness recoveries and hospital visits. It notes Mise Charlie Grmneden a victim of illness, J Mullick recovering from an attack, and L A George Condy renewing ties in town. Also mentions Sheila Elsworthy visiting Sydney, Mrs Wheeler returning, and various leave by military personnel. Joyce Wheeler and Stanfield on sick list, and Joan Noah praised for recent exams. Sympathies offered for Mr S J McCloskey of Bondi.
E P Dring argues the bill aims to give all adult citizens the right to elect the Upper Chamber, comparing Australia’s states on elective upper houses and condemning past disenfranchisement of soldiers while criticizing the Opposition’s stance and party changes. He cites McKechnie on Lords’s function and notes shifts in representation and the need to reflect the will of the people.
The recent Ambulance ball in GOOLAGONG raised £38 net with Forbes orchestra providing music. Guests included Forbes patrons. a waltzing contest was won by Mrs Pat Cornwall and Mr Keys. The Christmas Tree event on December 18 drew strong attendance. Three Women’s Land Army members began vegetable picking in the district. Sergi Jack McKeon of the BAAS returned home on leave and Pte 2 Smart spent time with Triomvds.
Property owner G G Sutton warns that any person found trespassing or removing iron or timber from Portion 60 Eugowra will be apprehended and dealt with. Parish of Eugowra content lists religious services including Matthew's church Advent Sunday schedule and other local holy services.
Visiting optician Mr D J Bone of Orange will visit Eugowra on Monday December 13 for afternoon consultations at Neid's Central Motel and will be in Canowindra the same day in the morning. He offers high quality optical services and appointments can be arranged at the Bugowre.
A brief notice states admission is free for all school children and servicemen. It notes an elevens orchestra presenting the event.
The article outlines the development of sugar cane wax as a substitute for imported wax in carbon paper and polishing. It describes collection from dried leaves, extraction by boiling water, separation of wax by acetone, and potential uses for high grade carbon paper and teleprinted carbon. It notes government contracts for paper production and the potential viability in Australia with suitable plants.
Lithgow Coroner Mr. D M Cregan presided at an inquest into the death of 87 year old Robert Houlison noting a remark about commoners tossing fruit on public thoroughfares. Proceedings outlined the circumstances leading to the death and identified any contributing factors examined by the jury.
A wartime reminiscence recalls a likened dugout shelter on Salomon Islands evacuation and the Red Cross. The speaker describes wounded soldiers, improvised shelters, and the emotional impact of receiving basic comforts like soap and a comb. The piece highlights unity, sacrifice, and the drive to support Red Cross aid.
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