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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 14, 1921
Page
7
Mir Fleming died in Inverell at age 77 after a long marriage. He had a family of 26 with 18 still living and three pairs of twins.
A brown awake man named N Wright at Godfrey's Creek in the Young District was bitten by a snake. He rubbed permanganate of potassium crystals into the wound and continued work, experiencing only temporary numbness in the affected limb.
The Gun License Act now in force requires a license from the nearest Clerk of the Court of Petty Sessions at a cost of 6. Firearms dealers must register with the C.P.B. A special license may be issued for shooting noxious birds or animals without a fee. Those using selling or offering a contrivance called a maximailencer may be fined £206.
A Cowra Guardian report notes Andy Stewart Jr the brawny Parkes resident well known across the West. He remains undaunted by a recent State Parliament defeat and discusses wool and wheat with local farmer Twigg. Stewart argues for an open grain market and suggests shipping crossbred wool to London for better sale prospects.
The Western Advocate notes how politicians rise from humble beginnings. Corporal C. H. Murphy, North Sydney MP, carried a swag through Orange twelve years ago, later taught at a public school, served with the A L F, and now earns about £17 weekly in Parliament. The piece also recalls Prime Minister Hughes and Joe Lesina as examples of opportunity in Australia.
A Dubbo Liberal item quotes an old bushman with long station experience praising crows for cunning but claiming they cannot count. He notes crows return to pelts after two men hide, cites lack of confidence in women shooters, and argues a man in a skirt can approach a crow.
A Coonamble orchard claims oleander blooms trap blowflies by luring them with an aroma and catching them in the bloom. The Stock Inspector showed blooms containing dead blowflies at a PP Board meeting. Inspector Proctor notes his house is blowfly free due to oleander trees, while an Orange medieval physician proposes a destructive test in the sheep country amid pest-related costs.
Coombe Urban Council debated a case where the Prince of Wales was refused passage on Warren road by a gatekeeper claiming royal privilege. The road, a public path, is closed to vehicles on Saturdays and Sundays but open to pedestrians. The council referred the issue to the Law and Parliamentary Committee.
Sunbus outlines yearly goals and initiatives for the public transport plan known as Endeavor. Officials highlight service expansion, route optimization, and funding considerations for the coming year.
A vast herd described as a huge web of cattle arrived by road from Homa and Queens nds and was moved toward Hum sllah near Tumburrumba. Counted at 1326 bullocks by F O Halloran, the mob included Durham and Hereford breeds. A photo was taken near the cemetery after the incident of a bullock rearing onto a drover’s spur and riding out of the mob.
Taxpayers are alerted to a new filing window for state income tax returns. The period shifts from the calendar year to a 11 month span from late July 1919 to June 10, 1920, replacing the former January 1 to December 31 cycle.
At a Molong branch meeting Farmers and Settlers' Association members condemn the State Wheat Board dockage system as theft and cite 200 to 300 percent increases. They decry government promises on pricing and seed quality, and accuse officials of wasteful spending and failure to pay guarantees.
The Prime Minister criticizes Labor MPs for praising the Storey Government while NSW fails to fund the extra 2 shillings 6 pence per bushel beyond the 5 shillings Commonwealth guarantee. He says Canberra has the funds and will meet obligations.
Harrison, Jones and Devlin report dated 10 January 1921 note fair enquiry for wool since the new year with few lines sold at small advances. They warn that last year’s Brisbane sales showed weak purchasing power and that resumed sales are not yet fixed though likely in early February. The trade awaits British government stock disposal proposals and methods to address bankrupt nations. The outlook depends on how stock is disposed and market support from buyers.
An advertisement extols a Mexican Passion Fruit Wine that can be grown almost anywhere and bears fruit year round with a superior flavor. It notes a December harvest of 75 half-bush cases from 50 plants and mentions pricing and a local supplier connection.
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