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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 12, 1941
Page
3
An old advertisement touts Doan's Backache Kidney Pills as relief for backaches, claiming kidneys remove waste from blood and offer ongoing health by reducing toxins. It urges readers to ask a chemist or store for the remedy used by millions over 40 years to ease pain and fatigue.
A conference of all premiers was convened by Sir Curtin at Canberra with plans to invite the Treasurers of the states. The meeting aims to discuss intergovernmental issues and is expected to attract senior officials from all jurisdictions.
The Advocate offers a complete set of stationery letter headings envelopes and tags for official use with a classic period style suitable for a stationer or newspaper.
A Ladies meeting at Forbes Ambulance Station discussed support for mission nets for overseas relief. Men’s classes will begin at Dr Wout's Lachlan Street home and at the Ambulance Station, with plans to enlist helpers and operate up to 14 nets per week.
The Australian Legion appeals for funds for Christmas support to distress servicemen and their dependents, noting rising demand on slender resources. Funds will aid hospital entertainment, repatriation institutions, and the Legion concert party’s work in camps and hospitals under Frank Grose.
A historical account describes Hitler pressing invasion after Dunkirk but German leaders and Goering urged waiting for Luftwaffe victory. It highlights Britain’s near defenseless state after Dunkirk, the Rotterdam bombing, and Goering's assessment of air power. The piece quotes wartime correspondents on the looming threat and Britain's rally as Luftwaffe and RAF tensions rise.
The Commonwealth and United Kingdom governments discuss wartime measures to stabilize beef, ham, butter, and cheese exports amid shipping reductions. Dehydration and refrigeration advances are tested to reduce spoilage and costs, with experimental shipments planned to meet British needs and maintain supply chains for meat and dairy products.
The Australian Legion promotes welfare work for ex-nerviermen funded by general funds. The charity is registered under the Charitable Collections Act and overseen by honorary officials. There are no notaries or official spokespeople in this appeal. only postage and stationery costs are mentioned. The Legion does not participate in Poppy Day or Tin Hat Day.
A public meeting is called for Monday March 14 at Cornell Chambers to form a government controlled salvage collection committee. The aim is to unify war relief efforts by Red Cross Lions and other bodies, with Alderman Hart presiding at the first session. Volunteers are urged to attend to represent charities and share in fundraising.
Messages from soldiers and their families praise the Forbes Comfort Fund for delivering morale boosting care packages. Letters express gratitude for the thoughtful items sent to troops and emphasize how comfort from home aids soldiers on the front lines.
The TOA 6 WT CAL LPR SOcTErY notes 12 months end September for the Mutual Lift Society. New business in Ordinary and Industrial Departments shows policy counts and premiums. Accident Department and reident benefit figures rise. payments to policyholders total 297040 with reserves and reversionary stakes discussed. The report highlights sound investment policy and prudent asset management by the society.
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