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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 06, 1950
Page
2
The Lew Binnett of Japanese war criminals to be tried is to be considered by the cabinet. Initial cabinet meetings had limited information, but the general view is that war criminals should not go free and trials should proceed promptly.
The report notes the winner Ye Preadents Stake at Hare Mel Park and mentions the first city appearance of the dog from Mr F Newcombe. Bray Bros trained the winning dog and the prize tied to £500 value. Contingencies from prior sales and breeding are hinted at, with references to notable performances of the kennel.
The Attorney general notes the longest delay since 1887 in appointing a new Chief Justice after the death of Sir Frederick Jordan. Experts say the government has failed to appoint or announce a successor to the late chief, Sir Frederick Jordan, who died two days ago.
Balok reports popular new car makes registered in NSW showing a large share of total 307M, per service station association figures. The article notes a shift with 2407 commercial vehicles registered last year and 1948 passenger cars, highlighting median sizes and typing trends amid a fragmented data tally.
The Dear Hill club hosts an exhibition on February 18 featuring Huxley of Slazengers and players Fitch Ashford and Jones. The town club notes announce a return match Sunday to defend the Grinsted Cup, with Captain W Morris leading a strong lineup as the first-round challenges close.
Latest NSW election figures indicate Liberal-C.P. group leading the Senate tally with 1 seat secured and ALP holding several close behind. Final totals list Liberal-C.P. candidates Reid Metalbyne and Tate among top scorers. ALP totals Armstrong Grace and others near the 10 000 mark. Communist and Protestant lists noted with smaller totals. ungrouped votes also recorded.
Forbes District Cricket holds the draw for the Grinsted Cup first round on Wednesday with Grenfell earning the right to challenge in the second round. The lineup lists teams including CAPSTANS, FEDERALS, and FORBES-MEAGHERS. rounds begin Saturday at Malpin's Flat with a Grist edges to follow.
The schedule details the England men's cricket tour of Australia with fixtures across October to February. It includes match dates in Western Australia Victoria New South Wales and Tasmania, plus travel and event notes. It mentions church services and public notices alongside the cricket itinerary.
The 1949/50 A grade rink championship was won by A Blephens Dempsey Gunn and Grime defeating Gineen Booth Paddison Isom 39 to 12. Nominations opened for A and B grade singles and pairs. winners included Grsmith Woods Robinson and others with many results listed across events and fixtures.
The piece notes NSW Queensland and Western Australia likely to hold state elections by May. It cites electoral boundary redistributions with no change in seat numbers and mentions possible seat changes in NSW and Queensland parliaments. Also discusses local fruit harvest prospects and weather affecting cherries.
A notice warns against harming or removing firewood or interfering with stock on the Tullawalla and Gerap Na paddocks. It states offenders will be prosecuted and signed by the manager.
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