20 Feb 1948
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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 20, 1948
Page
1
An unpolished report describes a delegate’s lukewarm impression of a Centenary Exiu cation gathering and notes a string of humor and anecdotes. It recounts spectators in Canberra Torch Bearers discussions, a wine hiding episode, a cupboard joke, and a remark about book standards.
Two young railway thieves were jailed after a botched plan to steal from Forbes and Porboes rails. Detective Dunn read records of prior convictions as the men faced judge Shortland who sentenced them to prison with possible early release on license.
The father, EK Killridge, asks Rev Parsons to circulate a description of the youth in Helgius. The missing boy is 5ft 9in, fair hair, light build, wearing a brown leather jacket, long navy blue khaki trousers, grey sports shirt, black shoes or tan riding boots, and military hat. Investigators note several half fare tickets from Hurstville to country towns, including Portes, as possible activity on the day he disappeared.
A community discusses funding a school display through a carnival with hoopla and lucky envelopes. Debate centers on keeping gambling elements minimal and ensuring an educational focus. Plans outline events from April 19 to 21 including plays, concerts, displays, and a fancy dress ball.
A car overturned on Orange Road during a trip to a M and D Society event in Forbes. Passengers apart from Pikler escaped unharmed. Pikler, with a broken arm, was admitted to District Hospital after the rear tire blew out. Pikler and Goldner had returned to Sydney from Parkes.
A remarkable feature of the accident to Sydney artists en route to Forbes for a MM. & D. concert on Wednesday night occurred on the Range Road after Forbes. The Mudsom Selan car’s steel head was badly dented on both sides, especially at the rear, doors bulged, yet the windscreen, headlamps, and a single light were not broken.
The Bhawsuavill and Albion Company launched the Ceramice at Birkenhead, the youngest of four water ships. The quartet will operate with the new stock and tonnage, intended for trade with Australia New Zealand and South Africa. The liner can carry 10000 tons of exports.
The piece argues that Prime Minister Chifley’s plan to raise the House to 129 members and the Senate to 60 will add 47 representatives and 14 senators, create new electorates, and risk anti Labour gains. It warns the public may distrust a more powerful parliament and notes no legislation yet approved.
Mrs Day testified on a June 18 collision near Forbes while travelling in a Plymouth with her son in law at 20 to 25 mph. The other driver faced a Plymouth impact, causing severe leg injuries and damages. Garage owner Leane Peasley valued the car at scrap £50, seeking about £200 repair, with court considering the car's salvage value.
A steady river rise at Fortes and Tren Bridge reports show Lough the Fiver at 25 feet with continued increase. Forbes area remains very full with warnings of possible water reaching nearby towns while local reports say the water is receding in some areas and sultry weather persists with chances of rain.
Enthusiastic spectators braved cool weather as the Marist Brothers College Lads staged a two hour program with over thirty events. Diving and the butterfly stroke led to record shatters by D. Rolfe and C. Hampshire, while Peter Gunn lowered the college 89 metres freestyle mark. Trophies were presented after Br. Macarian announced the winners with Ald Conridge praising Br. Gedwin’s invitation.
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