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Forbes Advocate

Location

Forbes, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Jan 29, 1946

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Subdivision Road Sale Recommendation by City Council

The council discusses land on Und erwood Street involving Mr Press and Ald Brenner in a road closure and sale to Mr Tirnner. The plan shows seven blocks with 46 frontage and 61 feet rear land to be sold. valuation listed around 40 dollars per front foot. The road closing and purchase terms to be pursued under contract for each purchaser, with council adoption by Alderman Samy.

Mr Press Ald Brenner Cornell Driberverey Agerib Tirenner

A Famous English Cattle Breed Spotlight

Britain to work tales praise a famous English cattle breed famed for beef quality. Mereford cattle are highlighted for their export trade and excellence. A Mereford bull won two first prizes in one show, underscoring the breed’s standing.

Britain

Forbes Council Considers Reappointment of Bathurst Officials

At a Forbes Municipal Council meeting last week, Mayor Gunn and Alderman Morse discussed reappointing editors of Meamrs Alan L. Morse Co. Morse expressed pride in Forbes and praised the council books. Bathurst Mayor Morse sought permission for Bathurst Deputy Town Clerk Dempsey to visit Forbes to study its office system for potential adoption.

Meamrs Alan L. Morse Scoountamia Bathurst Forbes Lhe Ald Gunn Morse Counels Ted Dempsey Forbes Municipal Eunch A. T Brown Chieg Cas N.S.W Couner

Obituary: James McKeowen Thulle Star of Proag Passes

James McKeowen Thulle Star of Proag district dies at 70 after heart trouble peacefully at Parkes District Hospital. He settled at Wilga Park, renowned for dances and band music, leaving a widow, six children, and siblings as survivors. His passing mourned by many in Leeton and Parkes communities.

Proag James McHeawr Bogan Parkes Lily Trict Hospital MokKeowen Grace Mra Pleoer Rushcutters Bay Meille Boxan Gale McKeowan Porbes Victoria

Uniform Tax System Debate Reaches Liberal Terms

The article indicates a shift toward a more liberal agreement on a uniform tax system. The Commonwealth shows an accommodating stance and has effectively dropped opposition, now pressing for the best possible terms.

Commonwealth Ee E Powibie

Moon Contact Report Sparks Army Lab Guesswork

Radar contact with the Moon described by the Tawer Department as an experiment by army corps scientists. The report notes first contact on January 1 and hints at ongoing applications and potential messaging, though details are unclear.

Tawer Department Army Algas Corps

Forbes town opens new filtration plant amid debate

At a Forbes Municipal Council meeting Aldermania questioned delays and rumors about a town filtration plant. Mayor Gunn defended the project noting filtered softened water and future growth, while critics claimed the scheme would harm gardens and spread disease. officials called accusations childish.

Gunn Hilo Forbes

Wedding Bells Finn McMahon United in Grace at Wheat Church

Ruth Elias daughter of Dan McMahon wed John Baum… son of Mr and Mrs J. Finn at Wheat Church of England. The bride wore a white organdie gown with lace trims and a tulle veil, carrying white carnations and roses. Attendant Miss Ellen Truttive wore pink crepe, with a pink veil. Best man was Roy Finn. Reception followed at the family home with guests from the locality.

Wheat John's Church of England Ruth Elias Dan McMahon Perches John Baumupl Mra J. &. Finn Bogun Gate Road Perc Ble Mrn Reg Vlannery Min Thal Ellen Truttive Mir Roy Finn Poe Finn Sun

Malvern Star Manager Vic Kelly Joins Forbes Bruce Small Firm

Vic Kelly, newly appointed manager at Bruce Small Pty Ltd, Porbea branch, transfers from Malvern Star and previously served with the ALLE. He joined Bruce Small after a varied career including a discharge in November 168 and later roles helping the Camb. gie branch.

Vic. Kelly Bruce Small Pty. Ltd Porbea Hawot Camb.gie ALLE Kelly Bruce Pty. Ltd Wes

Gasworks Payments Linked to Redent in Sun Era

Fragmented OCR notes mention persons Mrs A Beleh, Mrs CG T Cook, and Miss Loigh in a discussion about paying for gasworks. The text is garbled, with references to Hamilton and Forbes and unclear dates or actions. No clear outcome or event is established.

A. Beleh Hamton Stankey CG T Cook Forbes Cook Loigh Bi

Council Hears Gasworks Repair Plan And Funding

A report from Mr A T Brown outlines proposed gasworks repairs at Forbes including servicing mains meters and upgrading scrubbers. He backs council borrowing and a tariff review, plus possible use of electricity funds and wartime rehabilitation funds to finance the plan.

Mary Bo Brown Ems Ater Rem Calwell T¢ Lo Cornell Goa Ti l Sgn Forderive Beneft Aled Martin Am Bewlis

Bromwich Wins Australian Tennis Title in Adelaide

John Bromwich defeated Dinny Polls in a four set finale to win the Australasian singles championship in Adelaide after a match lasting over two hours.

Adelaide John Bromwich Dinny Polls Yeaterday

Soldier Settlers Debate New Land Scheme Provisions

In the Legislative Assembly temp member Mr Dickson criticizes safeguards for soldier settlers seeking perpetual leases and grants clarification on eligibility after discharge. He questions delays in access to fresh certificates while arguing the land settlement program remains a strong incentive, urging quicker implementation and broader access to capital-backed purchases.

Dickson OP Temoray Mr. Dickeon Mir Theksom Dickson

Wonder Plastic Dis covered at Barrow shipsyard

London reports a new plastic material developed by Imperial Chemical Industries and Vicker Armstrong. The substance, resembling candle wax, is non porous, unbreakable, non inflammable and heat resistant. It floats on water, is waterproof and can be sawn like wood, promising wide industrial use.

Barrow England Imperial Chemical Industries Vicker Armatrong

Fragmentary notes on a film plant and reservoir plan

The unreadable text hints at a film plant operation and a reservoir project. Paddison and Bia Sayers are mentioned with uncertain roles. Critics reference the reservoir but details about the plant and habitat implications remain unclear.

Paddison Bia Sayers

Minister to Chilnamed in early government reshuffle

Minoan, newly named first Asatrallan Minister to Chit, had chosen by the Acting Winter for Feternal i Tatra to assume duties. The appointment follows an official announcement outlining the transfer of duties and responsibilities within the cabinet.

Minoan

Bomber Command to Be Established at Parkes

Parkes town clerk Mr A E Fox reports a telegram from Major Lamgalow to the Air Board secretary shows the Board intends establishing a permanent Bomber Command unit at Parkes. The note notes potential 1000 personnel and hints at airport plans tied to broader defence policy decisions in Tokyo and London discussions.

AE Fox Parkes Lamgalow Air Board AAP Bomber Command UNG London Teader Awnstrake Defence Policey Tctasky Air Force Staiin

Successful card party at Mrs Baden's Barton Street

A Tara party at the home of Mrs Baden in Barton Street, a Weldon Park Tennis Club member, raised funds for the club. The Saturday night event was a very pleasant social affair with a supper, enhancing the hostess's popular reputation.

Baden Barton Street Weldon Park Montbes Bila

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