Parkes Forbes joint building inspector proposal discussed
Forbes and Parkes councils considered a joint appointment of a general inspector who would also serve as building inspector. They planned a report after a Mayors' conference with Mr. Cater to settle engagement terms and salary, inviting Parkes Mayor Best to attend Forbes to discuss the matter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forbt
Parkes Municipal Councy
On & Meainth
Forbes Council
Cater
Parkes
Austen
Oret
Forbes
Parity in boys and youths footwear sale at Mc Dade Stores
Discounted black tan and Digger boots and shoes for cash at Mc Dade Shoe Stores with ten percent off. Austen Pratley's Men's Wear Shag offers economical sport attire for men and boys.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mc Dade Shoe
Austen & Pratley
Municipal Council Considers Gas Works Loan Plan
A special meeting next Thursday will review a proposal from Gas Manager Mr. Jeffrey to borrow 43000. Funds would renew old mains extend service, build a manager's residence, and secure gas stoves and fittings for consumers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jeffrey
Council Drops £15,000 Borrowing Plan Before Election
Before the new aldermen are elected a proposal to borrow £15,000 to improve the outer areas of the municipality was introduced with repayments over years. A petition demanding a ratepayer poll was read at the council meeting, and the proposal was unanimously dropped.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forbea
Colleano's Circus to Return for One Night at Forbes
Colleano's circus visits Forbes for a single Thursday show featuring forty engaged artists and new acts. Patrons are promised new daring feats and fresh entertainment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colleano
Forbes
Mulyandry Sports Day Opens With Ball at Overston
Mulyandry plans a big sports day tomorrow at Overston on Mr. Harold Beasley’s property. The hall event starts at 10 30 am with a ball to follow, continuing merrily through the night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mulyandry
Overston
Harold Beasley
Mulyandry Hall
Productive Soil Yields From Champsaur Plot This Year
Mr Dan Nicolas reports two good results at his Champsaur property this year. He sowed 18 acres of Soft Federation and faced one litigation in May, yielding 14 bags per acre. From December 18 to 22, four days, 14 tons of peaches were picked, with a peak of 8 tons in the busiest two days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dan Nicolas
Champsaur
Prisoners of Love leads Strand Theatre bill tonight
Hetty Compson stars in Prisoners of Love the sweetest love story ever told. Blanche Davis Betsy Compson sparkles amid peril and false accusations in an enthralling, unsmirched romance. Also on screen Wild Heather with Chrissie White, and Friday night The Sim that was His with William Faversham. Marlon Davies stars in Getting Mary Married a five reel comedy drama.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion Davies
Mary
Comedy Gazette
Hetty Compson
Blanche Davis
Betty Compson
Chrissie White
Heather
William Faversham
Sim
Frank L. Packard
Marlon Davies
Austen Pratley and Sharland items advertised for clothing and meals
An advertisement lists tailor made suits at Austen and Pratley with ready to wear options and discounts via C O Buckland. It promotes Sharlands Kola NP and related goods in hotels clubs chemists and stores along with ladies and children's wear, hats, boots and spring summer suitings. Also notes Wattle Room Rankin Street Forbes and Miss Bathgate Rankin Street for millinery and meals at Wattle Tea Rooms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austen & Pratley’s
Sharland
Kola NP
Mclean Shoe
Misa Bath
Bate's
McDade Rhos
Buckland
Miss Hothgate's
Rankin Street
Sharland's
Austen & Pratley
Forbes
Rankin St
Forbes Hosts Historical Welcome for French Mission
Alderman Keane of Forbes hailed the reception as historic as Mon sieur Guyon led the French Commercial Mission and officers from the warships Victor Hugo and Jules Michelet arrived in Sydney Harbor. The crowd extended warm praise for France and Britain, noting Australian graves tended in France, Forbes’ fertile fields and agrarian wealth, with chants of Vive Australia and Vive la France before national anthems.
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Forbes
Alderman Keane
Monsieur Guyon
Victor Hugo
Jules Michelet
Sydney Harbor
Monsieur
Stephan
Halle
Laurin
Pigelet
Bluet
Donariion
Tilly
Connei
Alderman Best
Parkes
Wenz
Nicolas
Bouchier
Republic of France
Elliott
Jemalong Shire
France
J. J. Sweeney
Messra
Gen. Bassett
W. H. Thomas
J. D. Low
L. Clemens
R. Mellon
FL Best
P. Wenz
A. Reymond
Dr. Broadbent
Prichard
Fan
Fratere
Australia
Antheims
Council in session outlines four major road projects
The full council discussed Wyatt's crossing on Grenfell road Flint 1 South Condobolin road and Parkes road with tenders to cart stones for Wyatt's crossing and a later planned culvert. Waterworks reported half year pumping of 40 219 240 gallons. Grants from Main Roads were approved for Orange 40 South Condobolin 60 Grenfell 50. Budget borrowing of 1500 approved for new pumping plant.
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Works Committee
Wyatt
Ana
Wyatt's
Orange Road
South Condubolin
Grenfell Road
Council
Municipal water charges rise as council approves budget
The Municipal Council approved revenue and expenditure estimates for the coming year. Water charges were increased across the board, including annual values, meter rates, standpipe, garden, and proximity surcharges. The moves aim to cover a recent £685 fund loss from pipe cleaning and related works, with expected net gains of about £225 plus £90 from extra charges. Alderman Bam dissented, calling for cheaper pumping costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austen
Rhodes
Alderman Thomson
Sam Webster
Aldean Bam
Retirement and local civic notes from Forbes area
Personal retirements mark Forbes Lands Department circles with Mr Benjamin Lindsay stepping down while Mr Cassimir Gaymard writes from Venice. Walter Thomas elected Deputy President of Jemalong Shire. Parkes Mayor E J Best and Town Clerk Fox visited Forbes on joint health and building inspector plans. Giraud returns to Forbes after a world tour. Les Hayes recovers from influenza after holidaying in Torbes. Edwin James, longtime Forbes storekeeper, dies at 76 in Strathfield. H O Elliott resumes activity after influenza, new Jemalong Shire President. Forbes P A and H Association honors departing committee members Beasley Leslie and Laidlaw with gifts and tributes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parkes
E J. Best
Mr. Fox
Forbes
Edwin James
Strathfield
Forbes P., A. and H. Association
Messrs
H. L. Beasley
James Leslie
Geo. Laidlaw
Laidlaw
Mr. Beasley
N. A. Read
Mr. Leslie
Bassett
Leslie
Beasley
Forbes P A H Association Meeting Reviews Show and Plans
A Saturday session in the council chambers presided by Mr Bassett discussed last show matters and future ground space rights. A branch of the Agricultural Bureau was not pursued. Debenture payments were confirmed as paid. Ground rental for St Patrick's Day sports was granted. An accounting report showed a net profit of £257 12s 7d after depreciation. Subscriptions and donations were below prior year, with several debts outstanding. Bank terms were discussed, and preparations for upcoming competitions and painting tenders were set for February and March.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iuer Ltuce
Agricultural Bureau
Commonwealth Bank
Father Fitzpatrick
Parkes St. Patrick's Day
Austral Press, Ltd
Wns
Commercial Bank
Anc
Austen
Multiple Farm Sales Announced Across Forbes District
Tomorrow J T Woods offers 80 fat cattle at Forbes Trucking Yards with 2000 head sheep to follow in partnership with J C Keane. Friday January 12 sees a large clearing sale at Valerie on account of G W Kupkee featuring horses cattle farming gear and sundries starting 1 30 pm. Tuesday January 10 J A Keane sells Mrs J Kellys household goods at Queen Street North Hill from 2 40 pm. Wednesday January 17 Kid Weaver Co and J A Keane hold a big clearing sale at Pine Park near Forbes on Jus Leglie property starting 11 am with horses cattle farming gear furniture vehicles etc including a six cylinder Buick. Friday January 10 Mears J C Keane Forbes and M McGirr Parkes stage a gigantic clearing sale at Wattle Grove two miles from Durdobalgle on Mrs E J Hooper leaving district. Saturday January 20 1925 sale of a block of land within the district to follow.
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J.T. Woods
Forbes
J. C. Keane
A. Bly
J. U. Keane
G, W. Kupkee
Valerie
J, A, Keane
Mesers
Kid, Weaver
Mears J. C. Keany
M. McGirr
Parkes
Mesure, Wheatley and Hill
Bugowrs
Kas, O'Neill
Yarrangah
Harges
Auctions at Forbes and districts announce sales
A series of estate and farm equipment auctions are announced for Forbes and nearby areas. Listings include Mr J U Keane’s rooms in Lachlan Street Forbes at 2 30 p m with Pearce Williams and J G Keane. Harold Bentley’s farming plant at Overston starting 11 30 a m. W H Bly Thornleigh property sale at Laroobalgie. J T Woode and J C Keane sale of horses sheep and machinery starting 10 30 a m. Yarrangah lease sale by Wheatley and Hill. Coralyn farm sale at Bogan Gate starting 10 30 a m. Luncheons provided on ground.
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Forbes
J. U. Keane
Lachlan St
Mess Sry
Pearce and Williams
Parkes
J. G. Keane
Bale
Harold Bentley
Overston
T. J. Martin
Bogan Gate
Coralyn
J. M. Eggleston
Orange 1 0 F races award winners and notes
Winners at the Orange 1.0.F. races include Maiden first division Ta res 4 to 1 and Flying Guida 6 to 4 on in the second division. Wellsinker 4 to 1 on in the 1.0.F. Handicap. Lady Suricka 4 to 1 in High Weight. Wealth of Gold 4 to 1 in Ledge Handicap. Capegliene Master Port Kylemore unplaced in Moorefield events. Kylemore fifth in Maiden Handicap. Derby Chimes broken hind leg at Albury. Les Paddington second in Jumpers flat at Moorefield. Forbes cycling set two mile open and two half mile juveniles. McMahon v Lawson match draws interest.
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Orange
Tares
Cool Kit
Nto Don
Guida
Forbes
Capegliene
Master Port
Kylemore
Sydney
Moorefield
Griffiths
Capeyllene
Derby Chimes
Albury
Les Paddington
W. McMahon
Ernie Lawson
Wattle Tea Rooms Ad Promises Cold Lunches and Summer Drinks
The notice from Wattle Tea Rooms at Rankin Street Forbes promotes cold lunches cold meats and dainty Salada. It claims the shop stands alone for ice cream confectionery and the tastiest and most quenching summer drinks in Forbes.
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Wattle
Rankin Street
Forbes
Local Saloon Changes as Jack Dooley Joins Henry Staff
The text notes Jack Dooley leaving his Lavihan Street saloon and joining L. BE. Henry’s staff a few doors above his former address. It promises quick service with three chairs always operating, inviting both old and new patrons to visit.
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Bharland
Kola
Shire President H C Elliott Returns Toasts at Council Meet
Shire President Dr. H C Elliott thanked Jemalong Shire Council after being elected for the year at a December meeting and returning to the table on Saturday. He noted the nomination messages, expressed willingness to serve when needed, welcomed old and new members, and praised Mr Booth for acting clerk duties. Toasts at Albion Hotel followed with the Mayor and Town Clerk joining.
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H. C. Elliott
Jemalong Shire
Lozell
Thomas
Herbert
Sweeney
Booth
Allen and
Allen
Albion
JOTTINGS BOWLERS LIST FOR PARKES EVENT AND ODDS
The following bowlers will play at Parkes tomorrow: Allen, Anderson, Boyne, Broadbent, Buckland, Flannery, Kevin, Knapton, Nelson, McMurray, Plunkett, Stinson, Emergencies, Haydon, Bath, Low. A 1 ton Ford lorry arrived at MecCade's Shoe Store Forbes to deliver country orders. George Edwards ran a publican's booth on New Year's Day at Wowingragong sports, linked to his hotel license in temporary premises after the Gladstone Hotel fire. Biden and Roberts 1000 mile six days trial results show Hutton, Jarvis, Bedwell, Wood tied for first on Indian and sidecar, with Palmer, Dennis, Grayson also strong on Indians. The batter performed well at Seoul Sa Ion and sidecar, despite losing points for early control, and held his own against larger machines.
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Parkes
Allen
Anderson
Boyne
Broadbent
Buckland
Flannery
Kevin
Knapton
Nelson
McMurray
Plunkett
Stinson
Emergencies
Haydon
Bath
Low
MecCade
Forbes
George Edwards
Lcense
Gladstone
Biden
Roberts
Hutton
Jarvis
Bedwell
Wood
Palmer
Dennis
Grayson
Seoul
Heenzo Cough Mixture Offered For Home Make
An advertisement claims one can make a family cough and cold remedy at home by adding Heenzo to sweetened water. It promises quick relief from coughs and colds and claims substantial cost savings versus buying bottled preparations. The copy touts breath sweetening and throat soothing effects.
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Union Theatres Ltd
Master Pictures
Gazette
Selznick Presents
William Favershaw
Hobart Henley
Artie
J. Bray
Calarie
A. Haugh
J. Harford
Prince Street
North Hill
Les Davis Templer Street
National Mutual Life Association OF Australasia Ltd
F. Rath & Co
A. W. Vining
Forbes and
Combined Health Inspectod
THE
Forbes Gas Works
Colleano’s Circus
Mulyandry Sports
Strand Theatre
Agin
Union Bank
J. B. Larnach
Department of Public Health
William
James Bryant
Farrand Street
Postmaster General's Department
Benjamin Lindsay
Forbes Lands Department
Cassimir Gaymard
Venice
Hoth
Mrs. Gaymard
Walter Thomas
Jemalong
A. Giraud
Forbes Lands Office
Mr. Giraud
Les. Hayes
Torbes
H. O. Elliott
VYEAR
Conncil Chambers
W. H. Bly
Thornleigh
Laroobalgie
Megars
J. T. Woode
President
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