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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 14, 1948
Page
4
A drowning incident occurred at a well near Orange Denies involving a child who slipped on planks and fell into the well. Rescuers, including Spicer and Geil, jumped in to retrieve the victim but could not prevent the fatal outcome.
A local meeting discussed opening the Orange Show with Mr Wallace Meares leading. The agenda aimed to appoint Mr gui Mamee as general member for culture and honor Mr W. A Slewren for a ceremonial role, with unanimous support from attendees.
The document cites figures from the Nutritional Association and Gidley Turney about petrol costs and transport, noting that higher road charges would raise capital and transport costs. It mentions organizations involved in transport and road funding and predicts rapid impact on Australia’s roads.
The report cites Harold Pare and 116 as expected attendees for a trotting event in Sydney. Secretary Mr Hollies says no place changes or Pak arrivals are planned and tolling would be completed promptly, with meetings aimed at avoiding delays.
Wheat growers report complaints about dockage and quality under the Wheat Pool system. General Secretary WF Pratt cites confusion over stockage rules, pricing, and advance payments as cause for disputes, with growers seeking clarification from the inspectorate and adjustments to penalties and sustenance terms.
A garbled report outlines Wamboyne picnic events with preparations for a March 7 release and April actions. It mentions football and coaching staff, early season planning, inquiries, and arrangements tied to a local committee chaired by J E Gee Geni with committee members referenced.
Prices commissioners anticipate higher petrol prices in January with a suggested increase of about 3 to 0 per gallon. The move follows a previous July increase and ongoing negotiations among price authorities and industry representatives about landed and handling costs. The official stance notes applications from companies to raise prices are under review by the department.
At Prany morning meeting CRW A Owen was re elected president of the Waugoola Shire Council. His nomination received support after a long run of presidencies, with critics alleging favoritism. The article notes his repeated leadership across many months and references associated local figures and a horse race at Randwick next Saturday.
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