Forbes Advocate feud over alderman Sanders seconding a council resolution
A dispute over a January council vote and who seconded a resolution to proceed with a filtration plant in Forbes centers on Alderman W J Sanders. The exchange accuses the Forbes Advocate of misattributing support, with Sanders presenting documentary evidence and demanding a full retraction and public apology.
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Forbes
Mticipal Council
Byrnes
Ald
Randers
Forbes Advocate
W. J Sanders
Rubblah
Sanders
Ald Byrnes
Council
Sandera
Banders
Fate of Vichy Govts in Balance Amid RAF U-Boat Raids
British air raids target major U-boat bases hitting Brest Lorient Wilhelmshaven Kiel and Bordeaux. Brest endured its seventh raid with tremendous damage to docks and submarines. Wilhelmshaven docks could shelter 24 subs, amplifying the impact of attacks on German naval facilities.
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London
LAF
Air Ministry
Brest
Portiun
Lorient
Umen
Wilhelmshaven
Bordeaux 4
Kiel
Wilhelmahaven
Gilsnataren
James
Crisis in France Deepens as Vichy Fate Nears
Reports say Hitler pressed Petain with demands for active German collaboration and changes to the Vichy cabinet while handing over the fleet and Bizerta. Paris radio notes a new rival people’s committee in Paris led by Laval with German backing, as Weygand urges French loyalty to Petain.
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Hitler
Hes Ouide
Marshal Petoin
Dificult
Germany
Vichy
Bo Sui
Nagle
Mediterranean
Tunisian
Bizerta
Fiver
Marshal Petain
Paris
Rassemblement National Populaire
National Council
Neri
Laval
Gener Weygand
North Africa
Algiers
Forbes Intermediate High School to Receive Major Additions
A letter from Mfr Eliott to the Minister for Education confirms financial provision by the Colonial Treasurer for Forbes Intermediate High School extensions. Tenders will be invited for the approved building scheme once plans are completed by the Government Architect.
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Mfr
Eliott
Mlal
Minister For Education
Mir. Eliott
Forbes
Colonial Treasurer
Officers Elected by Forbes FA and H Association
The Forbes FA and H Association held its first meeting of the year to elect officers. Patrons named include D. T. Herbert and W. Coward. President W. A Montes to receive leave of absence for camp. Acting-President A P Schwartz. Vice-Presidents S F Tout and M McPhillamy.
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Forbes FA
H. Assnciation
D. T. Herbert
W. Coward
W. Ri. Glasson
G. D. Basnett
A. J. Meagher
J.C Speck
TL Wig
W. A Montes
AIF
Camp
A.P. Schwartz
Messrs
Fire Brigade Captain Receives Compliment From Coroner
In a Friday inquiry into a blaze that damaged Mr Ray Ryan’s premises, Forbes fire brigade captain Mr W Twegood and his crew were praised for their effective actions and for saving the building. Coroner Mr Arthur Sam lauded the captain and Mr Frith for their service and noted Mrs Ryan’s clear testimony.
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Twegood
Forbes Fire Brigade
Ray Ryan
Arthur Sam
W. Frith
Ryan
Tennis Tournament At Neblon Park Court In Present Conditions
Weather persists as a tennis tournament is staged at Neblon Park court near Sumctey Mr. C. McClokey donated a trophy to Bedgerabong Cricket Club. The winner was Porces Boniface in M. W. Bramley. A militia troop by special train at 30 o'clock this morning to Greta for compulsory training.
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Neblon Park Court
Sumctey
Greta Cam
Agordat Falls to British Forces in East Africa Push
British and Indian troops captured Agordat and prisoners after heavy shelling and entrenched Italian defenses. RAF raids struck Tripoli area while British advances in East Africa reported strong gains and Italian retreats. The Italy–German axis faced multiple setbacks as supplies and personnel were lost on several fronts.
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Agordat
Massawa
RAP
Tripoli
Barca
Libya
Gellum
Comat
Barentu
Agrodat
East Africa
Asmara
Masawp
Abysainia
FLAUP
Tripali
Barca Tong
Greeks Break Italian Line on Tepelini Front
Greek advances report new strong positions and large war material captures as forces push three fronts near Tepelini. Athena text notes mountain positions seized at bayonet point amid fog and snow with RAF support. Greek submarine Popenicolos sinks Italian steamers in the Adriatic.
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Tepelini
Valona
Triton
Inihe
Grecia
Athena Madip
Parthian
Popenicolos
Tinlian
Charity Nursery Party Raises Gifts for Forbes District Hospital
About 30 guests gathered at the home of Mrs Reg Acret for a nursery party in aid of the Forbes District Hospital's children's ward. Attendees donated nursery articles and cash. Margaret of SPE thanked everyone and announced future fortnightly events at Mrs GA Adams Perry Street on February 14.
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Mrn. Reg
Sevasion
SPE
Margaret
Forbes District Hospital
GA. Adama
Perry Street
Flying Officer Salisbury Killed in Motion
Flying Officer Salisbury brother of A Sainsbury editor of the War Herald has been killed in action. He left for England three years ago to join the LAP. Alf was formerly a member of Porbes Advocate staff.
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Salisbury
A. Sainsbury
The
Warren “Herald
England
LAP
Alf
Porbes “Advocate
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Fronla
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Zama
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