Good Rains Bring Relief to Western New South Wales
Rainfall across western New South Wales over the weekend brought welcome relief to drought regions, with the Central West recording strong totals. While not ending drought, ongoing heavy rain is hoped to continue, aiding autumn feed and water supplies. A surge of rainfall caused property damage, washed away fences, and disrupted railway lines, especially around Pullabooka and Stockinbingal, with Forbes reporting heavy falls and numerous stations listing multiple inches in the west.
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LOW ANNUAL RAINFALL RECORDS IN CENTRAL AREA
Mr J Murphy of Myall Park Marven Road reports yearly rainfall totals across central Worbes show a consistently lower level than in town. He lists monthly figures with January 27, February 7, March 28, April 92, May 154, June 18, July 148, August 85, September 15, October 6, November 64, December 54, totaling 872 inches for the year.
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Forbes to Parkes power line gains government support
A regional deputation to Sir Marr Brown urged priority for a new line from Cowra to Parkes and Forbes. The Public Works Department backed the scheme, with agreement in place to supply municipal electricity at favorable rates, while a survey of potential rural consumption and reticulation plans was discussed.
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World War II Front Lines Report From Europe and Pacific
Amid ferocious fighting Allied and Axis forces clash across Europe and the Pacific. American and British troops push through fortified positions in Western Europe while Japanese defenses face pressure around the Philippines and on river lines. Air power bombs German targets as Allied advances continue, with key rail hubs and border areas contested and strategic pockets of resistance shrinking on multiple fronts.
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12 New Homes in Forbes Housing Effort Progress
Mr Wik ag affeer of the Housing Commission arrived in Forbes to survey the severe shortage. He will conduct several days of investigations, reviewing plans and site suitability for 12 homes. Commonwealth and state programs aim to advance construction while Mr McGirr notes ongoing government housing measures and related preparations in Forbes.
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Orange Arrest On Manslaughter Charge
Elie Irene Gilchrist appeared at the lower court on Thursday facing manslaughter charges. Detective Constable Bonmell testified to an arrest following an instrument with intent incident. remand to Condobolin was ordered with bail set at 1300 and 200 surety. The case, including alleged unlawful act and further remand, proceeded with coroner arrangements and bail adjustments.
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Reduction in Unaccounted for Gas in Local Service
A council report notes continued improvements in focal gas service under newly appointed Mr. Brows. It details reductions in unaccounted for gas, leak repairs on Queen Street and nearby streets, and plans to overhaul furnaces and benches at the gas works. Estimated costs are discussed with bids and contractor work outlines into January.
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Forbes Water Pumping Figures Revealed at Council Meeting
Figures disclosed to Forbes Municipal Council show December’s water pumping reached 17 033 000 gallons at the Local Waterworks, up from the prior year. The report notes pumpage rose amid transport needs for railway works and temporary restrictions may ease with weekend rain, though some areas remain under limits.
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Typo Filled Summary of Elect Supply Agreement
A summary of an elect supply agreement with Southern Elect Supply of New South Wales notes sufficiency and exemption of clause 12 2. The Municipal Council would supply all consumers in the supply range including the Crown or its authority represented Crown. The Administrator reserved the right to deal under the arrangement at Taacetlsae.
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