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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 01, 1952
Page
1
In Forbes, 1951 opened amid upheaval from power cuts and economic strain. The town faced a year of celebrations, debates over funds, and efforts to beautify Lake Forbes while considering an aerodrome and a public library grant, with civic events aiding fundraising and morale.
The February period in New South Wales featured widespread concerns over polio with farmers distressed by sheep losses and rising advertising of casualties. Local leagues discussed, clubs formed, and plans emerged from Forbes on safety councils, civic events, and future exhibition matches as political and social issues shaped the period.
Devout processions and a Lady of Fatima statue event marked May in Forbes with sporting pageants, a Rugby League visit, and district races. Butter shortages hit households, and a town funeral paused daily life. A Canon appointment and dairy society progress added to local notes as river levels stayed high and the Lachlan Valley Development Convention drew strong support for regional unity.
A rock flew from a passing vehicle and smashed Mr Cooley’s windscreen, narrowly missing his family as the force hurled through the car. The collapsing stone hit the roof and window frame, leaving passengers shaken and a child injured, with officials unsure of the assailant’s intent.
Sedgman states he will not pursue professional status after recent discussions. The move follows rumors of a potential switch amid Australian and American international name mentions. Supporters note his commitment to amateur circles and forthcoming events.
Report on Davis Cup Challenge Round takings totaling £100,000 with expenses near £240,000. The LTA expects roughly £15,000 each for the United States and Australia and plans to reinvest the profits in the future.
Dr Cutcliffe’s car stolen during a shire office gathering was found by Les Paul near Jemalong Mountain fifteen miles below Forbes. The vehicle suffered minor damage and was returned to Cutcliffe that night. Forbes recorded 18.49 inches of rain for the year, well below average, with December contributing 1.62 inches and Christmas Day reaching 69 degrees before a heat spike to 102 that weekend.
State officials unveil a large scale expansion costing about 107 million to build new factories and extend existing ones in Wollongong and Port Kembla. The project includes 454 additions, with Australian Iron and Steel Co. Works Port Kembla to spend about 50 million on a strip mill and blast furnaces.
Editorial notes the shift toward progressive action and community roles in shaping character. It contrasts proponents with detractors, cites Khayyam on New Year desires, and argues progress comes with some discontent. Australia’s 1961 outlook is tempered by hard finances but valued by contribution to national development and heritage.
Police report a district wide bag theft ring with hundreds of bags stolen recently mainly from Lodge Cate area and Parkes. Investigations continue as farmers urged to contact 44 police number if they witness suspicious activity. Minor vehicle accidents reported during a quiet Christmas period.
London reports say the King nearly lost his voice after a June operation. The procedure removed part of the tongue and severed a major nerve influencing the voice box. Surgeons kept the risk of permanent speech loss secret due to urgency, and though speech was restored, they warned further recovery would be necessary before full strength returns.
Empire middleweight champion Dave Sands is listed No 3 in Ring Magazine rankings. Randolph Turpin of England is noted as the leader. The piece mentions a family on Clement Street and a distant remark about a shell incident with a relative.
An austere look at the 1951 Fadden Budget shows tax increases unpopular yet framed as necessary. H K Nock compares rates across Australia and the United Kingdom, notes wartime measures, and argues tax burdens rise with income, urging alignment with ability to pay. The piece highlights personal and corporate adjustments, including the averaging system and social service charges.
The article reports an expected rise in the basic wage by about £1 to £2 with February’s automatic cost of living adjustment due on the first pay day in February. L. L. Withal of Associated Chambers of Manufacturers and R A King MLC of the SBW Labor Council provide estimates.
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