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Newspaper

Forbes Advocate

Location

Forbes, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Dec 24, 1931

Page

4

Court dismisses charge in weekend carousel case

Honorary Magistrates Mears, J.P. and Benson, Garnsey, Sam dismiss a charge of stealing from Ernest Jones after a weekend carousel involving Parker and Parker’s money. The proceedings describe drunken revelry, torn note exchanges, and conflicting testimonies, with Parker’s later memory unclear.

AL Forbes Mears J.P. M. Benson T. Garnsey A. Sam Ernest Jones Jones Parker Declan Donn

Wheat Silo Congestion Threatens State Harvests

Wheat farmers face a critical shortage of bulk trucks as 57 of 108 silos in the state fill up. Only 380 bulk trucks exist to move grain, creating a bottleneck before harvest. Officials warn storage and transport capacity will not meet demand, risking delayed shipments and financial losses for farmers.

Occa

Charity at Christmas Mirrors Dickensian Lesson in Australia

A reflective piece urging practical Christmas charity in Australia as the season highlights poverty and unemployment. It contrasts wealth with need, cites governments and private groups aiding relief, and calls on ordinary citizens to give more to brighten a bleak Christmas for the jobless and needy.

Dickens Scrooge Sesson Australia Vienna New South Wales

Road Maps Available From Atlantic Union Oil Company

The Atlantic Union Oil Company announces a further supply of road maps for motorists. The maps are valuable for planning routes during the Christine season and can be obtained by writing directly to the company or through the local garage man.

Atlantic Colon Ci Coniguniay Moterista Atlantic Union Oil Company Herald Bolling Blir

Forty connections sewerage scheme progress report

Health inspector notes 40 complete sewerage installations linked to Forbes system with 15 more in promise. Plans for tema number 100 show 88 completed, while the overall system was recently inspected by Mr. Boberia of Public Works Department.

Boberia Public Works Department

District Stock Prices at Homebush Market Report

Livestock prices were mixed at Homebush on Monday with certain cattle and sheep easing while others held steady. Heavy bullocks remained strong, yardage and yard prices fluctuated, and prime yearling steers showed modest gains amid a crowded market with several named buyers and vendors reported.

Ewen Wether Yale Tage Liege Hetbes Winelombe Carson Mtr

Rubber Stamps and Radio Ads Offer Fast Terms

Rubber stamps made to order at short notice from the Ad Advocate Office. Stay in touch with the latest scientific political commercial monetary market and sporting developments with an up to date Victor Radio. Inquire for particulars of fully guaranteed battery sets at Paling's 434 George Street Sydney. Very fast terms granted.

George Streat Sydney WOU Staud Victor” Radio Paling'a George Arrest Bydney

Parks Ready for Christmas by Hampton Work Crew

The text describes Mr Hampton and staff preparing parks and gardens for Christmas with broom clippers mower and trimming work. It notes officials or leaders Abe Govermer and Mr Lamy not expected to attend. The council is said to be pleased with the progress.

Hampton Forbes Parks Abe Govermer Mr. Lamy Ora

Little blue hat and magical powder charm ads

A whimsical scene features Claire and Jenny discussing a blue hat and a magical powder named Charmosan. The copy touts the powder as a cosmetic that conceals age lines, provides a youthful glow, and promises long-lasting coverage in all shades, selling widely at 1/6 per large box.

Claire Jenny

Tragic Death of G H Buchanan in Parkes District

The death of George Henry Beahanan known as Mr. G H Buchanan occurred suddenly on Saturday in the Albert area. He was a well respected resident of the Parkes and Trundle districts with many ties in the community. The report notes a bereavement and references local reactions and funeral arrangements.

Albart George Henry Beahanan Parkes Trundle

Holiday cricket chaos and scattered names dominate report

The fragmentary item lists various cricket figures and districts in a muddled holiday round, mentioning officials such as HL Wilson and F. Ciera and events across Las Mier and Chenas. It mentions captains, players, and teams with little coherent structure, yielding a patchy summary of a local cricket scene.

Mary Lehoet Ceombdinedt Fenmiq Whathan Dun Ft Chenas Ho RI K Mimining T. Mra Doek Franeda Orlypin He Lagea Natal Dirkervan Ober Sarai Pen Detta HL Wilson F. Ciera Hain G. Keane Aiea Elim Bt Enon Piabema el Meat Yi Walker Ofte Glitlevidi

Three Infectious Diseases Reported in Comal Meeting

Infectious disease notes show three cases mentioned, one a scarlet fever instance and another typhoid, with limited detail on premises and attention given. The fragment references Tavadt bey and presiding figures, but specifics remain unclear in the report.

Tavadt Bey

Weir Reserve Season's Arrangements

The report outlines seasonal plans and arrangements for Weir Reserve including staffing, facilities, and upcoming events. Details mention preparing outfits, dressing sheds, and coordinating with local officials for permits and future activities. Some phrases appear garbled but indicate preparations for a busy period ahead.

Local Government Elections Nears For New Year

Vague notes mention councils and cabinet discussions ahead of elections after New Year. References to timing, commitments, and possible changes to local governance highlight a tense buildup among municipal leaders and parties.

Waal Cowes Elerrthietis Fries Wee Fenton Yerrat Puttinwil Venterdey Chow Danni Curtin Geriait Pon Combs Et Cure Fannery Will Teen Bellu Deere Sabot Co Minty Alteasbogewe

Fire safety appeal urges calm during camping weekends

An appeal urges MLA and motorist groups to ensure all fires are fully extinguished after camping weekends. The message emphasizes strict fire suppression and safe practices to prevent wildfires.

Enon

Civic Pride and Election Signs Spark Council Outburst

At a Monday night council meeting Alderman Thomson denounced election yard signs as civic vandalism, provoking amused reactions from some aldermen. He apologized later, saying the public’s support for Fry influenced his stance and that he may have overstepped, while others urged standing firm against perceived civic decay.

Ala. W. de Thomson Ald. Thomson

Registrations Open for Dairymen and Milk Vendors

Regulators warned dairy operators to file annual registrations before November 15 as health inspectors reported only a small portion had complied. Officials cited fear of penalties and noted several names listed as registered in prior years but not this season.

Regulatjana

Fragmented OCR News Item on Fence Collapse and Repairs

A garbled OCR snippet describes a fence, a person named Loree Mark, and a suspicious dismantling of something near a marine or period setting. It mentions a home, tides, and possible repair actions with unclear chronology and many unreadable terms.

Faye Eo Repos

Cheap Train to Sydney Offers Holiday Travel

When New Year holidays approach, travelers face limited options for affordable Sydney trips. The booking of sleeping berths is constrained by return journey rules, with some routes offering lower fares during this peak period.

Ieee Comanelleles Thermerlees Garavbaten Hantomerks Ghrelin Forum Sydney Cats Simele

WOU Announces Guaranteed Battery Sets for Palinga Range

WOU issues notice promoting fully guaranteed battery sets for the Palinga line. Details advertise easy terms and rapid delivery to PALING’A at 339 George Arrest Bydney, urging quick contact for purchase. The release blends political commercial intent with market updates in a concise public notice style.

Forbes News Briefs and Society Notices From Petersham to Sydney

Forbes and nearby towns feature Christmas travel, family visits, and hospital news. Mary Walter and Ada Mire plan Sydney trips. Colleen Mable Behe arrived for Christmas in Forbes. Hortense Timm expected home to celebrate with relatives. An obituary notes Hazel Spencer’s funeral plans, while residents prepare for holiday departures and reunions across Petersham Glebe Point and Leura.

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