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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 24, 1936
Page
1
The Forbes area baked in record heat as the thermometer hit 107 degrees yesterday, surpassing the prior peak of 101. Early week readings drifted from 90s to mid 90s by afternoon, while observers noted the hot spell persisted with afternoon peaks near the century mark.
An examination of debtor Hilton Field occurred at the local Small Debts Court before Mr. M. J. Ryan. Field, a former tenant, produced a day book and admitted limited assets, including cows and a milk run, with ownership overlapping among kin and associates. The proceeding revealed unpaid accounts and sparse funds, ending with the examination being closed.
Announcement notes Anniversary Day on January 28 to be celebrated with a public holiday in N E W next Monday. It marks Port Jackson's founding as a Crown colony on January 26 1788 though proclamation dated February 7. Post Office hours and mail delivery details given with exceptions for money orders.
John Gibson appeared before the Warden's Court in the Goalagong district seeking authority to enter and mine for gold on properties within Goonigal parish. The case was postponed with further proceedings for Arthur Horeham’s property, while James McKeon’s matter was granted a 12 month term with rent details noted. another case involving Glinon for partial entry was adjourned for continued action.
Forbes District Hospital board secured a £500 yearly subsidy increase from the Hospitals Commission for the current financial year. A retrospective boost was noted as already approved December 17 of last year, with funds entries showing credit balances and transfers among accounts.
The Presbyterian Ladies College Orange invites applications for a day and boarding school offering curriculum from primary to leaving certificate standard. Modern climate, central buildings, and splendid equipment. Prospectus available from Principal Miss Dorothy Knox M.A. commencing Tuesday 4 February 1086.
A Sydney Equity Court hearing addressed if grazing rights grant ownership or allow removal of sheep from land. Plaintiffs argue traditional rent by grazing, while defendants contend lease terms and lucerne damage restrict sheep, with expert testimony on lucerne health and pasture management.
An old advertisement promises easier beauty with Charm Face Powder. It touts a dusky skin glow and appeals to affection, claiming men will notice, with the product sold widely and priced 2 shillings 6 pence. It also pitches Charm Cold Dram as a nightly facial ritual with myrrh and jasmine.
Forbes Court heard another charge against drover E Ford for not carrying a traveling permit while moving 25 cows from Prairielands to Tallabuny. The permit had been filed but not in possession on the road. Dunn for the drover pleaded guilty. Mr Melton for the PP Board argued. The PM fined Ford 6 8/ court costs and 3 9/ professional fee, with 4 hours to pay.
Reports describe the funeral arrangements for the late King George with services set for Tuesday and the body to lie in state Monday at a royal residence. Princes and princesses from numerous countries expected to attend while Austrasian loyalists urged to wear black armbands or ribbons to show respect. The Municipal Council adjourned after its meeting, with post offices to close all day Tuesday and markets not to open Wednesday morning.
Successful candidates at Forbes schools include Fader Paula with top marks, Bowler Albyne, Curr George, Joyce Le Wry, Roy Hoot, Howe Alice, McLellan Harold, McGrath Ronald, Morrison Sheila, Peasley Francie, Russell Chriguie, Bunderson Ralph, Shoesbridge Bertha, Dorothy Tanton, Nell Wompastt, John Venables, Jack Wykes, and many others across Our Lady’s Convent of Mercy Forbes and Eugowra Public School Parkes. The list details subject scores across English to Home Economics and technical trades.
In a land dispute over grazing rights, Justice Nicholas ruled the injunction stands to strip the defendants from closing the paddocks. The case hinged on the interpretation of the term agiettieo and the right to graze versus destroy another's property in the lease.
Commemorative services will be held at St John’s Forbus on Tuesday January 28 at 9 am and evensong at 7 half hour. If possible another service will be arranged to coincide with the burial hour of the emperor a beloved monarch.
A crop competition at the last Young Show saw the apparent winner disqualified for exhibiting at the Grenfell Association without consent. The Young P and A Association will reopen the matter after letters from Moroney Bros and Frowdenstein Bros denying Grenfell entry. Secretary I A Teeter will contact the judge and Grenfell Society to review the case.
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