Night Battle for Bardia Told by ex Forbes Boy
Ex Forbes lad Gerdeo Blanchard writes from Libya about the Bardia night battle. He recalls friends killed, the burial of Herb McLeod near the Egyptian border, and captures of thousands of prisoners as his unit advances. He describes patrols, tanks, and the Madrid Battalion's bravery amid harsh conditions.
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Libya
Gerdeo Blanchard
Bardia
Herb McLeod
Herb Barber
Sam Crossey
Herb
McLeod
Dom Job
Bill Hill
Mackeville
Jim de Loose
Barber
Sem Crosley
Ameli
Aridmat Hurst
Jancy Reedy
Alexandria-Bar- Ala Rim
Tie
Jim Russell
Pichock
Huldretin
Quirk
Den
H.Q
Don
V.C
Cn Batalion
Madrid
Prime Minister Churchill Urges Economy in State Spending
A brief quotation remarks there is no double duty for anyone in private or business and emphasizes careful economy in expenditure. The Prime Minister Mr Churchill warns against extravagant lending to the State and stresses frugality in public funds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Churchill
Anzac Day and Functions at Forbes Branch Meeting
Forbes Returned Soldiers League held a monthly meeting presided by Mr. Whitelaw. They discussed Robb's resignation and planned a testimonial fund donation, a War Veterans Art Union subscription, and sale of a Robb Memorabilia book. Anzac Day plans included Spooner Oval use, showground sports, a dawn service, town hall church service, and a Diggers reunion. A Tin Hat Day date shifted to April 24, with fundraising at 19 April. A Diggers ball was debated and postponed amid carnival events and potential smaller dances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forbes Branch
Returned Soldiers’ League
Lig
Whitelaw
W. AS
S_LLA
Porbes
Mfr
L.A. Robb
State Comunication
Nsw
Leagie
Mir
Robb
League
Messrs, Ro J
Gien
VOM
Cadeni
Mesars
H Buckmaster
A. A. Lovetl
War Veterans No. 2 Art Union
Chaler
Wie
Breaneh Purchawe
Messy
B.J. Oc. Speck
Mlc
A. E. Ford
R. W. Coward
Brooke
HB. C. Elflett
MLA
Offcers
WEW. League
Grange
Hay
Mth
Forbes Municipal Council
Spooner Oval
Forbes B.A. & H. Association
Lovett
Grooner Oval
Hastings
Warsex
Buckmaster
TL Wity
Dudley
Tneir
Bonny” Gunn
Lovet
Waring
Mary Martin to sing with Benny Allen in patriotic race meet tale
The article notes Mary Martin performing with Jack Benny and Fred Allen around a patriotic race meeting planned for May 14. A ball is proposed, proceeds to benefit Lord Mayors Fund Red Cross Returned Soldiers League and Diggers relief. Gymkhana planned, with committee seats and discussions on proceeds distribution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lord Mayors Fund
Red Cross Society
Returned Soldiers' League
Lovett
FP. West
Pund
Lord Mayor's Fund
Kidney health tips from nature’s chief waste filter
The text warns kidneys need attention as Nature’s main cleanup system. It notes about 3 pints of waste pass daily and describes symptoms like backache swelling headaches and urinary issues when kidneys fail. It urges awareness and suggests seeking help for persistent symptoms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Natures
Yo Jose
The Late Mrs Janet Black Rites In Forbes Parish
The late Mrs Janet Black widow of Alexander Black died at her Johnson Street home after 46 years in Forbes. She was a Presbyterian, mother of ten with seven living, including Henry A Military Medal recipient and others. Her funeral was at Jetty Presbyterian Church with Rev H S Parsons officiating.
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Johnson Street
Forbes
Jane Lake Black
Alexander Black
North Hill
Yar JG
Weoleyan
Parkes
T Ridley McMichael
Blsck
Johnnson Street
Black
Fortes Mirs
Margaret Ethel
Philip
Henry A
Claude W
Sydney
Edith May
Barbour
Forbey
Hoy G
ASP
Ivy 8
Mirv Bain
Syney
Sgt
Stan
Home Defence
Bert E
Orange
Alwys
Presbyterian Church
Jettie Presbyterian Church
H. 8. Parsons
Mrs. Block
District Court hears two garnishee actions
Judge Shorting Forbes District Court case one involved Belgrove Bros with J P Williams acting for J P Martin and a C10 5 payment ordered into court. In the RR Paddison v MH and L Lowes matter the garnishee question arose with Mellion for the creditor and Palmer for the garnishee. The court noted disputes under Section 10 and adjourned for a hearing, ultimately amending the application to target A Lowe with a payment deadline of 14 days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. P. Williams
Belgrove Bros. Spamn
J. P. Martin
Forbes Blundelpus Council
Ha Honor
RR Paddison v. MH
L. Lowes
Les
Rel
Melllon
Ro © Palmer
Reid
H Lowe
HH. Lowe
A. Lowe
Palmer
Parrot Owners and Poultry Farmers Spark Legal Debate
Correspondence questions equal guilt for dog owners fined for not exercising their animal and suggests broader liability for parrot keepers and intensive poultry farms. The writer cites a Twain-esque remark and critiques taxation and radio misuse, voicing concern over legal reach and public policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marc Twain
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Blanchard
Colts Harbour
Anntas Diggers
Te Patriotig Races and Ball
T Ue Leweager
Patriotic and Wet Fund Committee
Mary Martin
Gold
Paramount
Jack Benny
Fred Allen
Ogden
Mrs
JANET _BLACK
Omni
Malcolm MacDonald
Shortiang
Forbes District Court
Gerera
B.C
Gibb and Beaman Pty. Ltd
Australia
Gibb & Beeman
Gibb & Beeman Pty. Ltd
O Etrists
Goulburn
Tamworth
Linnore
Wagga
Vandenberg Wetel
Wed
Thurs
E. J. Kennant
Bogan Gate
Payton Hotel
Tattersall's
W. Beeman
A. J. Beeman
the Advocate
Admiralty
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