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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 15, 1935
Page
5
A contentious gathering at Byrnes Hotel saw Jockey Club members debate disbanding after reporting two years of losses and a large overdraft. They criticized management, questioned past undertakings, and discussed reform including a possible new club and two major meetings annually.
Mr and Mrs Aird and others leave Forbes for holidays while local residents attend hospital for treatment and recuperation. Foremost events include engagements, births, marriages, and visits. Mrs Muffet and Mr Hennessey plan vacations, while Miss Flint and Miss Bolum undergo medical procedures. Local society notes also mention anniversaries, a church wedding, and a board meeting with Agriculture Department secretary Harrie visiting.
Agnes Coutts daughter of Mr and Mrs T A Coutts of Whirringa married William Martin eldest son of Mr and Mrs J Martin of Albert. Rev J H Con irlie officiated. Reception at Ryans rooms then honeymoon at Jordan Caves.
A vintage ad extols Charmosan powder and cold cream as age concealers that restore a youthful look. It boasts sheer skin, instant glamour, and a popular 2/6 price for a large box, noting wide availability and strong sales.
A joyous Strand Theatre program features Harold Tees with Hal de Roy in Broadway musical comedy highlights. Five big songs swept America and are introduced to Australians. the bill includes the screen adaptation of Dangerous Corners as the supporting attraction.
At the council meeting Tuesday night Building Inspector Press announced plans to erect two new buildings in Forbes at a cost of £ h7, plus a garage. E Spencer sought permission to build a weatherboard cottage on Calntie Road for P G Mattiske, while A Et Smith applied for a weatherboard cottage on Filat Street, approved on the condition it be connected to the sewerage system. Turner applied for a garage on Union Street.
Ald Thomson proposed footpath seats to aid the unemployed and awaiting friends, placing them in Court Street near the Town Hall or around the trim. He suggested markets and Grange as sites while noting Victoria Park is too far. Mayor Ford supported the watered Wellington style seats, and no cost estimate will be presented next meeting.
Forbes Branch UAP holds its annual meeting at the Compell Chimera Town Hall Forbes next Wednesday February 20 at 8 pm. Agenda includes business election of officers receipt of annual report and balance sheet. T W Targallion named as home secretary.
The Municipality of Forbes invites applications by 4 pm Monday February 26 for the temporary linesman labourer and meter reader positions. Details and job specifications available at the office during hours. Freeman Dempsey Town Clerk. Forbes February 1930.
Tenders endorsed to supply and convey approximately 1486 cubic yards of granite gravel may be inspected at the office during hours. The lowest tender will not necessarily be accepted. Forbes town notice dated February 1st, 1935.
Tender notices dated 26 February 1995 call for proposals to supply sewerage services to Forbes district. Documents may be obtained from the Borough Inspector's Office with a deposit of one cent. Town Clerk Dempsey notes the deadline and the required submission details.
Sunday services at 11 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. with Rev. R A Gibbons presiding. Gifts of fruit and vegetables welcomed at the church Bahia day afternoon. Monday social evening at 4 o'clock in the school hall Witrinya Harvest Thanksgiving Service at 3 p.m. conducted by Rev. R A Gibbons with special music.
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