Tobruk Fate. Italian Forces Fail to Relieve Garrison
Tobruk faces renewed siege as Italian Libyan Army no relief effort seen. British and Commonwealth units shell Tobruk while probing west along the supply road toward Derna and Benghazi. Reports say Axis air and artillery bombardment continue with limited enemy casualties and strategic talks of possible withdrawal from Cyrenaica.
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Cairo
Tobruk
RUAF
Detlen
Derma
Benghazi
Ehahnsip
Nairobi
Brritich
Beir
Turbi Hille
Endorsement for Mr H O Elliott by UCP branches
A council meeting at Matonjo Hall Parkes heard broad support for state member H O Elliott. Delegates from UOP branches Forbes Parkes and surrounding affiliated associations nominated him, signaling wide backing for his candidacy.
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Matonjo Hall
Parkes
Elliott
U.O.P
Forbes, Parkes
Latest war news from London reports daylight raids and a bath of damage
London reports resumed operations last night after a smaller raid on Saturday that caused extensive damage. A hospital was hit and three nurses were killed, while three nuns helped fight a convent blaze caused by a bomb. British forces press Tobruk as supplies run low, with seaborne convoys protected by Free French and naval escorts.
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London
Monsae
Bulgaria
Creat Bsrnald III
Cuys of &O
Freel Bary
Aly
Tobruk
Bardia
Brita
Hittler
Germany
RAV
Middle East
Brothers Drown In Dam Near Forbes Tragedy Claims Two Boys
A double drowning occurred Sunday afternoon at a dam on the Traugett Boehm family property near Forbes. Reginald aged 16 and Mervyn aged 11, sons of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Traugett Boehm of Dunolly Farm Ooma, vanished while swimming after heavy rains swelled the dam. Rescuers failed to revive them, and both bodies were recovered later that evening. The funeral was held the following Saturday at the Church of England cemetery with local mourners in attendance.
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Forbes
Reginald
Mervyn
Ernest Traugett Boehm
Reg
Merryn
Dey
Hower Mervyn
Clute
John Wan
Hawthorn
Celine
Atra
Church of England
Focal Cemetery
A. E. White
4. G. Jones
Government row over Fortes Municipal Council water project
The Minister for Works and Seal Government battles over funding for a Maes filtration plant reservoir reticulation, with the Central Tabitlands plan and an unresolved agreement. The council contests costs and conditions, while the department demands adherence to the approved reservoir account and related works before proceeding. The Town Clerk and Aldermen discuss whether to continue localization and seek the government’s grant of £10,000.
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Fortes
Pydney
MMO
Tnt
Ia Wieble
Uiap Thie
Theo Bel
Ian
Actus Cos
Une Cos
Aating
McOur
Ubeneyervedr
Ald
Byrnes
Gander
Defendants Charged Over Meat Possession at Jorbes
The defendants Lesalre Tyler and David Lele LeBrocque faced charges for possessing meat at Ghote in Jorbes on January 10. The court adjournment was granted with a suggestion of fines of 29 and 10 pounds, while details remained unclear due to garbled OCR.
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Lesalre Tyler
David Lele LeBrocque
Jorbes
Murely
Hi Reverend Monsignor Hennessy Remembered for Wit and Service
The notice honors Monsignor Hennessy of Young for years of service and his brilliant intellect. Colleagues recall his wit and dedication, noting the impact of his leadership and guidance within the community.
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Monsignor Hennessy
Ruben
Forbes Court Days Plan for Education Scheme Approved
The Forbes project for public schools technical education and welfare buildings received government approval. Mr Mair said the program aims to raise standards without depreciation, funding post primary and secondary facilities, with £7000 already set for a new water purification plant and other works. New March court days will fix irregular schedules, and major building at Forbes will develop primary and post primary education, planning for a post war era and possible changes in facilities and training conditions.
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Bitvcation
Drummond
Mintr
Mir. Mair
Demara
Bedoum
Peercentr
Irrigation League forms new Kagowra Settlement Leader
A Forbes Irrigation League deputation met Eugoera residents on Saturday with many landholders in attendance. The meeting, addressed by residents and the Forbes delegation including HB Phillips and O Griffith, formed the Kagowra Settlement League. Lance Kitty was elected president, Alan Mom secretary, and Mengzins treasurer. Details of the Porches Irrigation League meeting from last Thursday night will appear in the next issue.
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Forges
Mesrn Hb
Phillipa
O 1 Grifith
HP Sweeney
JF Willliam
Keagum
Kagowra Sotvation League
Lance Kitty
Alan Mom
Mengzins
Teennurer A
Porches Irrigation League
Died in His Sleep at Forbes
A 63 year old man, James Watson Hongpoon, died in his sleep at Forbes on Sunday night. He had been a boarder at the Grant home in Brook Guest. Found dead at 6 am, authorities deem heart failure likely. he had worked at a dairy in Norils. Interment planned in the Catholic cemetery today with AG Joma officiating.
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Almoat
Forbes
James Watson Hongpoon
Wien
Orange
Weelarn
My. A. Blovena’ Dairy
Norils
Condobatia
Ua Reenes Police
Towday Beer AG
Joma
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