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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 11, 1929
Page
2
A correspondent from Forbes expresses admiration for the local Swimming Club and its bathing facilities, offering help as treasurer of the old club and proposing demonstrations in water sport. He mentions past efforts, seeks a medal honor, and asks for a petition between towns to attract attention and support.
A man and his wife were rescued from drowning at the Weir reserve on Wednesday night by three quick responders. The couple, named William Keane and Tess Jolson, struggled after entering the water but were brought to safety and later recovered from immersion effects.
The council approves electric lights at the bowling green to enable night play with four rinks. New poles and wiring progress this week with completion expected soon. A social party and dance are planned as the club aims to host night bowling under the new lighting.
The Oddfellows gathered in Wy with full attendance by GEO Qt members led by DeLulanLe and W ell attending. The opening ceremony featured Hawick of Gruntell and a slate of officers including J Hargraves and L Trustee, plus many district leaders. Tim UD Mawel delivered an address and praised Forbes District Officers, while visitors from far away offered congratulations and fellowship.
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