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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 17, 1947
Page
1
The article surveys remarks attributed to Perkins about Middle East tensions and postwar aims, noting Allied wartime planning and aid expectations. It references Goering’s death and alleged assets, displaced persons near Rome, camp conditions, and Western allies discussing disarmament and colonial military postures.
The note urges building savings now with Savings Certificates and hints at future financial security. It promotes long term saving by choosing Certificates and planning for the person you will become.
Thirty years after Vienna and a year after the Park, London becomes the hub for medical training attracting doctors from many countries. England expands postgraduate schemes as the British Post-graduate Medical Federation readies a recognised School of London talent. Sir Francis Fraser leads the federation as it plans teaching and research expansion.
A special court proclaimed at Bathurst on February 17 will hear the Lincoln murder case of William Henry Laver who vanished from Grenfell in September 1030. Laver, a garage proprietor near Grenfell, was attacked while serving petrol and oil. A bloodstained pump handle linked to the case surfaced after his disappearance. The trial date is set for November 6 following a magisterial inquiry.
An ingenious lampshade offers an inner cover with painted sailing ships that revolve from bulb heat, creating moving shadows on the outer cover. A second version fits directly to the bulb, removing the need for an intermediate frame. Made of plastic, it weighs about mx ounces.
The Shire Council debated a request to Canberra for air service linking Forbes, Parkes, and Cowra Birdney area towns. Mr Meagher urged government support while opponents warned against outlays, noting local passengers travel patterns and proposed mixed aviation links with CBD access in Sydney.
Shire Council at its monthly meeting follows Griffith and Toul in seeking a government grant for a new bridge over the Lachlan near Bedgerabeng. Estimated cost 15000 pounds. The Badperabeng School bus route and local traffic needs are discussed with note of the Wurroo Bridge as a heavier traffic option.
The Jensalong Shire Council debated a vigorous electricity scheme that could benefit many areas. President Dr J Rodgers urged prompt progress, while councillors pressed for practical steps and clarified supply and delays with equipment delivery and contractor timetables.
The Bursary Endowment Board outlines limited secondary course options for bursaries. Eligible institutions include Morel Brothers College Forbes Cartel Maxwell J B Marys Convent School Weil Wyalong provisionally McNabirt Marist Brothers Forbes.
An old style advertisement references Charmosan face powder in a large box with bold claims. The copy evokes nostalgia with mentions of charm youth and beauty benefits and a mention of a scent or smell. The fragment hints at a poetic aside about admiration and affection.
An ornate ad voice touts Charmosan hand lotion as a beauty aid for feminine hands. It pitches a large bottle for two shillings and a small version for one shilling, highlighting before and after improvements.
Reginald Ernest Hill aged 24 of Forbes appeared before Orange Court charged with demanding money by menace from John Kenton at the Carlton Cafe in December. He was committed for trial at the Orange Quarter Sessions. a preliminary inquiry connected to the case was noted.
A severe soap shortage grips Forbes and other cities. Retail shops and laundries struggle to obtain washing soap for customers and resort to scarce stocks of soap powder and substitutes. Managers warn the situation is serious and worsens daily.
The article argues Forbes should gain a licensed daily air link to Sydney, opposing Parkes dominance. It notes local protests, calls for Minister of Air explanations, and contrasts Cullen’s Western Airways with rival plans to offer earlier departures and full-day business access, urging community mobilization.
A focus resident reported a heat wave with readings near 110 degrees and heavy rain measures. official data showed 97 percent rain and oppressive conditions. The forecast warned of further thundershowers and continued high heat into Wednesday, with a progression toward more storms.
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