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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 20, 1938
Page
5
Local government notice outlines printing rates for unimproved parcels and related fees. It states a council meeting was held and provides references to the clerk and county chamber, with instructions to contact staff for printing needs and confirms prices match city rates.
A dense, garbled newspaper fragment lists theatre showings, music acts, and assorted sale and want ads. Names like The Mysterious Riser and The Fugitive form a mosaic of productions, with scattered references to venues, dates, and items for sale. The piece preserves the period tone with many misread names and stray phrases.
Forbes Presbyterian Church announces a Wednesday night social gathering open to all members and friends. It invites participation and suggests donations may be forwarded. contact AP. Blee, Treasurer.
A special sheep sale is listed with Roma Dalgety and Co. Ltd. names, noting a large advance booking and expected high demand. The notice mentions Tuesday, January with 3000 already booked and prior commitments, signaling a substantial event managed by Rom Syte and associated firms.
Local authorities announce a municipal pool free session for students from Forbes schools. The event aims to encourage swimming, safety training, and recreational participation with supervised access and age appropriate instruction.
The notice outlines combined loan rate funds and local rates for municipal services. It covers public works costs, general rates, and charges for water, sewers, and street maintenance, noting the impact on taxpayers and the balance with government grants.
A garbled financial note outlines proposed rate adjustments and a capital fund. It mentions total costs around 2580 with 278 expenditure, and a capital repayment of £100, with references to administration, maintenance, and projected revenue impacts.
The item surveys Strand Theatre chatter on Carey’s chickens and a Reel era lineup. It mentions Douglas Wypin, the Good Bari, The Toy Wife, The Great Zieweid, and an Oscar chase by Rainer with debate on award impact.
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