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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Feb 24, 1925
Page
2
In loving memory of our dear sister Ena who died February 23 1854. One year has passed our hearts are sore yet our grief grows deeper. Treasured memories of one so dear are often called up by a single tear from her loving sisters Ivy and Florrie.
In loving memory of our dear sister Eva who departed this life February 23 1924. All is said within our memory lonely are our hearts today for one who was loved so dearly and did not say goodbye by her sisters and brothers Arthur and Nancy Speck
Elsie Vere Pilesshy aged 25, daughter of Mr and Mrs Harry Beat from Wombat Street Forbes, died at her home Oye Net Villa Sandown Isle of Wight England. Her passing is reported in the death notices column.
Players prepare for the tennis season and seek new strings and racquets. Hawke Brow offers a large selection of top makes and performs expert restringing, renowned for excellent workmanship and service.
The sale of the Manna Park property will be held at Messrs Keane and Butler's office in Forbes on Thursday March 6 at 2 15 PM, changed from the previously advertised 9 PM. The notice calls attention to the alteration in sale time.
At Messrs W H Wheatley Goulburn sale day 17th mat 13 098 sheep sold for 45 496 11 0. Large turnout of buyers with keen competition and prices well sustained. Most sales well above the 30 shillings mark.
March issues of Wel don’s Journals offer handy designs and patterns for women. Reprinted patterns and fashion knowledge appear in both Wel don’s Ladies' Journal and Wel don’s Children’s Bazaar of Fashions.
Forbes branch of the A L P holds a meeting in the Council Chambers this evening with good attendance urged. on the agenda is the election of a president for 1925 and a report by Forbes delegates who attended the Cylare council at Orange.
The Forbes and District Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual meeting tomorrow night. Members have been active throughout the year and are noted for watching the interests of Forbes town and district.
The government tightens limits on quail shooting as reports indicate flocks are plentiful after heavy rains and feed, though whether last season’s prohibition affected this year remains unclear. March 23 is the usual season start.
Jeweller AR G Stone installs a large 30 inch clock above his front door to be illuminated at night. The clock will be set to standard time from Sydney daily, allowing people to tell the time from a distance. The Rankin Street town clock is praised as a progressive amenity.
The Salisbury swimming pool warns bathers to leave valuables at home after clothes were 'frisked' and a man lost a valuable diamond pin. Police inquiries have yielded no results, urging caution for future visits and not to take money or valuables to the pool.
The store announces a major stock take with many lines marked down to clear. Mick Deep and staff warn customers to watch for advertising with aggressive price cuts to move merchandise quickly.
The Forbes window displays Shirley's plate opened by Jeweller R G Stone. The new goods fill the entire show window, drawing crowds to inspect the jeweller’s craft. Stone imported these items and offers them at keen prices, signaling strong demand for such quality.
Messrs McNeilly Crampton and Martin Ltd report their fourth special sheep sale at Orang cleared 15,070 head with one small pen of 207 lambs unsold. Buyers from the district joined a keen market across all stock classes. Total sales now 81,970 sheep with 1,207 yarded animals unsold. Next sale at Orange on March 24 aims to yard 16,000 sheep with near full reserve.
Forbes A L P views Labor supporters to join at once as M M Flannery notes nearly 1000 eligible voters missing from the state rolls in the Murrumbidgee electorate. A shed fire on Dowling Street caused minor damage. Mr W L Hayes saved harness tarpaulin and bags. The origin remains unknown with Mr Sullivan absent in Sydney.
In the February 15 1925 Sunday Times Mr M M Flannery Labour member for Murrumbidgee is praised for parliamentary service. The article notes his wide rural questions knowledge, sound judgment, and potential as a future Land Minister. His straightforward manner earns respect among colleagues.
Forbes Coursing Club members oppose moving the western council headquarters to Parkes. At the meeting the secretary told the NCA that other clubs may form at Bogan Gate Trundle Goolagong and Eugowra and the western council idea came from Forbes. A Forbes dog won the Woodstock Cup last year and the club plans to send dogs to win the Derby and Oaks this year. Athol Gunn reported good turnout last Sunday with 17 workers. A motion to rescind previous limits on rock allocation at Plumpton was given.
High church officials including Archbishop Sheehan and three Right Reverends visit Forbes on Saturday March 7 for the laying of the foundation stone of Marist Brothers College. A motor procession from the railway station to the Bishop's house precedes a civil reception at 3 p.m. in the Town Hall with a Pontifical Mass on Sunday at 11 a.m and the foundation stone ceremony at 3 p.m.
Dalton Bros Ltd of Orange announce their Home Furnishing department. Representative A E Topham will visit Worthes at regular intervals, with the next visit from March 18 to 20 at the Post Office Hotel. A wide selection of home furnishings is offered on extended terms.
Jemalong Shire Council backed Forbes Chamber of Commerce in opposing a move to remove the Court of Quarter Sessions from Forbes to Parkes. The Parkes Chamber and local supporters deny seeking any cost shift from Forbes or Condobolin. Officials stress Forbes remains the justice center, while residents argue the system must serve a growing district by bringing court business closer to Parkes.
Mr Harry Griffiths now runs the Globe Hotel aiming to maintain its high standard for patrons old and new. Forbes cricketers miss another match as Orange cancel a Forbes trip. Cano windra, Peak Hill, and Trundle are absent this season, with plans to visit Wyalong for a strong match. Forbes hopes to reclaim the J J Kelly Cup from the Creek next Sunday, though no cup team water is available.
Work starts at the Vandenberg Hotel where pro motor Mr BE Gentle installs a tavern lounge bar in the former bard room. The hotel undergoes renovation with hot water laid on and plans for electric lighting. Lawn and gardens are brightened.
A Salisbury swimming carnival is planned for Wednesday March 4 to benefit the Soldiers War Memorial. The event is organized by supporters of Ittie Bonnie Dalton, North Hill candidate for the Jovende queen contest, with promises of a splendid evening. A grand continental program in the School of Arts grounds follows the swim event.
In Forbes Police Court James Murray faced a single charge of possessing an unlicensed revolver. He pleaded guilty after Constable Roberts found the loaded weapon and bullets in his hut. Murray claimed the revolver was for personal protection amid domestic trouble and denied intent to harm anyone.
Biographical sketch of J Green and updates on Forbes residents and visitors. Notes on Johnnie Walker's return from Victoria, J B McDonald former Dubbo mayor, Holman’s fading laugh, visits by Sharp and West to Mulbourne, Bassett's trip to Sydney, and the Forbes P A and H Association meeting. Wedding at St Laurence's, Katherine Broderick and Angus Rodgers. Monica Mary Cheaher and John Delaney wedding. Various departures and health updates including Helen Ewing in Forbes District Hospital and local hospitality changes.
Murray faced multiple charges after threats and a history of violence including two armed incidents. Inspector Byrne suggested divorce as a remedy while the court ordered confiscation of a revolver and a six pound fine or three months hard labor. Murray claimed no local surety, then was removed from the dock as the hearing proceeded.
JOTTINGS March 3 1930s style page includes farm sale notice for Mr W T Anser at Quandialla and a burst of local shopping ads. Fashion and shoe promotions at Austen and Pratley plus McDade’s footwear sale. Social notes mention dances at the Drill Hall and incentives to subscribe for the Forbes Advocate.
The Strand Theatre schedules a line of features and crime dramas led by Florence Vi Hor and Earle Williams in Horrowed tusbonda and Wildness of Youth with Virginia Pearson and Harry Morey. George Arliss leads The Green Goddess with Alice Joyce and David Powell. A Mary Roberts Rinehart adaptation, Romance of Broadway, follows alongside Filewd gates. The program also touts Mantracker and Tarnish with Oh You Tory on the same bill.
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