Diphtheria Alarm Frittering Through Forbes District
One child died this week from diphtheria and five patients remain in Forbes District Hospital isolation wards. Health Inspector Press reports no citywide epidemic, actions taken include fumigation of homes and isolation of contacts. Forbes notes a higher year to date total than recent years with 63 cases in 1922 and immunity campaigns underway, while parents are urged to seek medical care for fever and sore throat in children.
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Forbes District Hospital
Press
Proos
Forbes
Canowindra
Wyaline
Orange
Parkes
Canowindre
Seation Camlen
Def
Freee
Parente
Wedding at Methoding Church Peak of Rita
A local wedding at Methoding Church Peak of Rita joined Rita Sullivan of Peak Hi to Ali Evans of Fortes. Rev J H Contello officiated. Bride wore a trained white gown with wreath. Miss Ena Sullivan and bridesmaids wore pink lace and poke georgette gowns. Reception at Commercial Hotel followed. The bride departed in a navy blue ensemble for the honeymoon.
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Methoding Church
Peak of
Rita
Fourity Sullivan
Peak Hi
Ali
JR. Evans
All Street
Fortes
J. H. Contello
Porbew
Elfin
Weil
Ena Sullivan
Norma McCarthy
Elaine Bvana
Poke Georgette
Gordon Keane
Dubbo
Forbes
Beat Mu
Commercial Hotel
Fire destroys shed on Flint Street Camp Bu
A daytime blaze razed a shed on Flint Street at Camp Bu. The un insured structure belonged to W. Thomas, a storekeeper, with damage estimated between £215 and £30. Fire fighters responded but little life remained in the scene.
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Yealordmay
Flint Street
Camp Bu
Offensive letter leads to contempt verdict in Australian case
Me. Michel submitted a crude letter condemning a magistrate's decision to Mr J Balmalt. Police testified the letter contained offensive language and was crudely written. The court heard Kies refused to withdraw remarks, insisting Balmain apologise in Forbes newspaper and that he would write to the Justice Minister. Magistrate Hymn imposed 27 days in jail if fines defaulted.
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Michel
Kise
J. Balmalt
Mietell
Wilea
Kugowra
Hyaneid
Cald Sollow
Hiss
Kiew
Thalsmann
Kies
Balmain
Forbes
Quandialla
Ryan
Kiss
Kida
Carigabul
Wiles
Mitchell
Beagan
Caragabal
Aries
Yaldries
Tragic death of Mrs J Auld after clothes fire
Mrs J Auld died at Forbes District Hospital after six months of agony from burns when her dress caught fire before an open fire at her farm home on July 4. Her husband Jack Auld and two children survived. Funeral held at Church of England cemetery with Rev J Crotty officiating.
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Sylvia Auld
Forbes District
Regio
Aler
W. Robb
Wilber
Jack Awid
Church of England
J. Crotty
Mgr. A
Jones
Jemalong Scheme Sparks Frustration Over Government Silence
In Forbes district the Grazier Association’s branch voiced concern over the Jemalong irrigation plan. Despite surveys, officials provided little information to the public or concerned locals. A motion urged ministers to press inquiries and push for vigorous closer settlement in the Lectin Valley.
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Forbes
Bes
Grazier ® Association
D. T. Herbert
Lande
Buttenabaw
H. Q. Eliott
A.D. Reid
MGA
Lectin Valier
Wheat Market Rises to Fresh Seasonal Highs
Prices show a local advance with gains since Tuesday, 3/2 to 3/23, marking the highest level of the season as market agents report a two cent uptick and secure bagged and alto entries in the day’s quotes.
Forbes District Hospital to Add Major Wings Plan Approved
Amended plans for Forbes District Hospital outline extensive additions including a new intermediate ward and a remodeled isolation block. The Hospital Commission likely funds part of the project, with discussions to determine the level of support and timing for construction. Four two-bed wards, a sun room, and a new casement surgery area are proposed in the updated design.
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Forbes District Hospital
Board of Directors
Hospitals Commission
H. K. Ford
Forbes Board
Evry
Gale
Quandialla School Prizes Presented at Social Evening
The Quandialla school held a recent award ceremony with fifty prize recipients across classes. Special prizes honored top performers in high and primary final exams, with a speech praising the school’s work and a tribute to the late Mr Sid Denson. A tree dedication followed by a dance and supper concluded the evening.
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Vellermerer Geriy Po
Fat Andrews
F. Keir
J. Dougal
Rostron
B. Hod
Ami B. North
A. Muttetally
Woiehinson
C. Edgerton
le. Jauner
Po & C. Aswo
FL Breale
Mew
Claden
Red Cross
Sid Denson
Veil
Blades
Cervier
White Elephant Crushing Plant Burden for Jemalong Shire
The Jemalong Shire Council discussed the Calarie quarry heavy crushing plant at its monthly meeting. It was called a white elephant as estimates showed the cost of moving ore exceeded the land value conserved. The plan was questioned, with criticism aimed at the Main Roding Board, and the council decided to assess the plant’s value for possible purchase.
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Jemalong
Calarie
Beddie
Grimih
Mit
Sheep and cattle sale report at Homebush on Thursday
Sizable lines of sheep sold with prices noted. Eight suckers on W Reagan Lake Cowal account sold to 20/65, average 16/2. Two hundred thirty four suckers on J C McCland Willowtres account sold at 19/10, average 14/9. Cattle market described as firm per Goldsbrowe Mort & Co Ltd.
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W. Reagan
Lake Cowal
J C. McCland
Willowtres
Firmal
Goldebroweh Mort & Co, Ltd
Worben cricket comp third round ends with Meagher's ahead
Third round of the Worben mid week cricket competition concludes with Meagher's on 24 points, Stores 19, Gehool 16, Colta 12, and School 16. Costa languishes, no strong performances yet, as teams prepare to resume after Emas with hopes of improving positions.
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Meagher's
Stores
Meagher
Gehool
Colta
Costa
Emas
Repa
Silos to Close for Wheat Receival Season
Government manager Mr T Kelly announced yesterday that the silos would close for the wheat receival season on Christmas Eve December 24.
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T. Kelly
Govt
Obituary of Mrs Emily Coulea Elizabeth McMahon
Mrs Emily Coulea Elizabeth McMahon, 62, died at Forbes District Hospital last Wednesday after a prolonged illness. She was the wife of Mr Deatel McMahon of Quarry Alll and leaves a grown family including Mrs Woo, Mrs George Anderson, Edna McMahon, Dante, William, and Mack, all of Forbes. A Church of England funeral and burial in the cemetery followed. The Rev AL Mathera conducted the service.
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Mis
Emily Coulea
Elizabeth McMahon
Forbes District Eepetial
AL Mathera
Death of Alfred Joseph Howell in Forbes District
Mr Alfred Joseph Howell aged 66 died at Forbes District Hospital on Wednesday after months of illness. Born in Cowra he moved to Forbes ten years ago, bachelor with no close relatives locally. Surviving relatives include nephew H Duckworth Gand Hills Forbes and nieces Mesdames Taylor South Forbes and Granny North Hill. Funeral held yesterday at Church of England cemetery with Rev J Crotty officiating and A G Jones conducting arrangements.
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Forbes District Hospital
Alfred Joseph Howell
Forbes
Cowra
H. Duckworth
Gand Hills
Mesdames G. Taylor
South Forbes
Granny
North Hill
Church of England
J. Crotty
A. G. Jones
Death of Charles Rae Youngest Son in Wombat Street
Charles John Gregory Rae the six year old son of Mr and Mrs Wy Hao Junr died at Fortes District Hospital last Tuesday morning after a sudden diphtheria attack. He was admitted to hospital the day before. Rev J H Costello conducted the graveside service and Mr A G Tons led the funeral rites. Interment was in the Presbyterian section of the local cemetery.
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Fortes District Hospital
Charles John Gregory Tine
Wy, Hao
Wombat Street
Witte
J. H. Costello
A. G. Tons
Private sea era unclear due to damaged OCR
Fragmentary OCR text shows incomplete phrase about a sea area and private access. No clear event dates, places, or named entities are readable enough to identify a specific news item.
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