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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 20, 1935
Page
4
Shire councillors voice discontent over night time sheep transport by lorries. Debate centers on noise and disruption to residents, with calls for stricter controls and potential curfews. No injuries reported. officials seek workable enforcement.
At a Jemalong Shire Council meeting, Mr. Neil G. McMillan urged that the Waugan road be endorsed for stock transport, while councillors warned against overstating conditions. The discussion covered road quality, cost limits, and a push by Forbes agents to waive permit endorsements for sheep shipments to yards amid concerns over time and theft. Proposals to seek department guidance and to empower the stock inspector or directors to endorse permits were debated and carried.
Landlord and tenant cases under the Landlord and Tenantry Act were heard at Parbeo Police Court. Estate agent BH Ford sought eviction of Edward Facey and a female defendant from cottages for clients Mr M J Ryan. Magistrate indicated orders become operative after agreement periods reached by parties.
Forbes Graziers Association branch opposed a 5 percent sailing commission at special sales spreading across the state. Dr Herbert noted Riverina had only seen higher rates at special sales and urged protest. Other speakers warned the higher over rate could profit selling agents amid rising fat stock prices. The matter was deferred to the next annual conference of the Graders' Association.
The quarterly Methodist Young People's Association service was held Sunday night in the Methodist Church. Attendees included J Rees A Burke K Gunning Jaan Megara O O Loxley L A M en HR Kirkman. Mrs Rees spoke on The Joy of Christian Service and Mr Loxley on Popularity and Frustration. The church was well decorated and MYA letters were displayed above the pulpit. The next MYA meeting will be Thursday with a mock trial planned.
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