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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 24, 1936
Page
6
Wet sultry conditions bring violent electrical storms. Delays and crop damage slow harvesting. Grain making headway as farmers work between showers. Higher wheat prices promise new farm machinery at the railway next year. All stock in district appears healthy and fat.
Severe storms cause flooding and uprooted trees across the region. Eleven wet days this month, daily rain from the 14th to the 21st, torrential downpours, lightning, thunder, strong winds, and large hail. Yearly rainfall totals to December 22 reach 2853 points with widespread agricultural damage affecting farmers and wheat quality.
An irregular, fragmentary reminiscence highlights Duroblily, a renowned spear thrower living near the Reper River Cue. The account notes his skill with a woomera and a heavy improvised spear, capable of hitting targets at long distances for hunting kangaroos and crocodiles.
Local school held a Christmas event with about 9 couples attending a dance after a student gifts parade. Santa Clara delivered toys, a large supper followed, and Mrs. Boddington supervised. Mr. Heathcote announced prize recipients across classes and poems. Adults later danced late into Saturday morning. Mrs. Suddington received a salad bowl. Supper at midnight.
During last Sunday’s thunderstorm in South Pinnacle, Mr. George Freel of Sunny Side reported a lightning strike on his home. Extensive damage occurred but no injuries. Nearby, Mr. Johnson’s property sustained a deep roof hit. Trees and branches toppled onto roads and fences, causing further destruction.
Cattle sale at Bugowra Tuesday drew strong demand from Sydney and outside buyers. Yardings exceeded expectations, with prices rising about 30 shillings a head from previous sales. Prices ranged from bulls and steers 4 pounds 12 shillings to 7 pounds 2 shillings, vealers 7 pounds 1 shillings to 4 pounds 72?, cows and calves to 28 shillings 4 pence, store weaners to 5 pounds.
The Western Division notes that rabbits have climbed arid mulga trees to seek feed. Dylan McGillivray, wildlife expert, reported seeing rabbits jump from the base of ring-barked trees as part of responses to dry conditions.
Fragmentary note in odd phrasing mentions breath odor and health. No clear names, places, dates, or organizations readable. Reader should seek clarification or medical guidance for dental or health concerns implied by the text.
A Bedgerabong school concert on a wet Friday night drew a full hall as students performed with zeal. Despite heavy rain and lightning, the event proceeded, with prizes awarded for girls needlework and boys sports. Teachers Mrs Stewart and Mr Stewart received thanks, and students presented gifts to them while dancing followed the readings and performances.
News of the Week reports engagements including Rory Hesbee daughter of Mr and Mrs Stein of Sydney and Grenfell and Edward William Langley son of Mr and Mrs Langley of Sydney. Several locals on holiday, visits to Sydney, and recovery news from Dr Quilter and Mr Dea Clark with return to Grenfell Motors teased.
A collage of short items from Pinnacle and Quandialla report residents returning from Sydney and Melbourne for holidays and study. Mentions Batty Mee and C. G. Reading, Grenfell Hospital progress, Woodlands and Hy te families, and local students finishing school terms. Also notes trips to Sydney for a Test match, Wentworthville holidays, and visits to Manly and Mittagong.
At Quandiaile school last Thursday a distribution of lentils and fees was made to children. Glady Cordon, at Fay West Home Manly, is undergoing treatment. The Junior Red Cross sent clothing parcels for Boldiera’s children, with praise for the students’ thoughtful gifts.
The Quandialle Club held cycling events at the Quandialla showground with a New Year carnival planned and spectators hoped for patronage. Sunday results include Ladies 4 mile won by PF Clow with M. Smithers second and M. Masen wells third. Boys 1 mile led by B Relr with F Keir second. Juniors 1 mile led by J Olen with A Bloomfield second and A Lamb third. Seniors 1 mile won by F Moore with C Hunt second and I Lee third. Hunt also took a fourth race alongside A Lamb.
Francis Azam a longtime Grenfell resident was found injured on Holy Camp Road after his sulky horse bolted. He died early Monday of injuries. His two year old grandson Brian escaped with scratches. Survived by wife and five children. Two brothers and a sister also mourn. In other action Grenfell bowls beat Cowra 65 to 63 on the local greens.
A dubious ad claims a fast remedy for overeating discomfort and abdominal fullness. It urges readers to buy a product and warns about potential risks from unverified relief options while emphasizing independence from external guidance.
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