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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 08, 1929
Page
1
How to build a concrete wallow to lower pork production costs. Instructions cover site selection, soil compaction, wall dimensions, materials like sand and broken stone, mixing ratios, water content, and curing. Includes safety notes and references to pamphlets on concrete structures and farm buildings.
A Forbes report notes a surge in building work across Western centres, with many projects awaiting council approval. It lists dwellings proposed at Weatherbourne and Clarence Street, and a trend toward higher brick housing, despite overall delays and a total estimated value of £10,725. The inspectors’ report highlights widespread activity and calls for streamlined permits.
A deputation led by Forbes visited Mackey's Creek after touring High Park to report the weather damage from recent heavy rain. Councillors, including Dr Hammond and engineers, noted a culvert overflow, flooded roads, and a water depth of about three feet at a creek crossing, with repairs and improvements discussed.
The Town Clerk reported Thursday that several summonses were issued for overdue rates and water charges. Many accounts remain unpaid, threatening delays to works and extensions. A schedule of duties for engineers and staff was prepared and approved for council review.
An unclear OCR fragment references events at a museum during a three day period. It mentions parties, ties, and a lowe heading with phrases like lay's miease and 126, but readable facts are scarce. The item reads as a damaged short notice or teaser with unidentified names and places.
On Sunday February 10 quarter past seven in the morning Holy Communion at 40 am Sunday School at 11 am Holy Communion at 1 4 pm Evensong country Trombarka 11 am Moly Come.
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