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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jan 30, 1942
Page
2
Perry Bros Circus draws crowds with a classic ring for a family audience. The article notes the troupe’s enduring appeal, the traditional acts, and a promotional entry mentioning special trains and large animal displays for an upcoming performance.
Sydney on 18 June 1942 the Minister for Agriculture and Forests W F Dunn informs Mr EP Dring MLA that protests have been received from Forbes Irrigation League and Jemalong Shire Council against diverting waters from Wyangala Dam to Sydney. Dunn notes catchment adjacencies with Warragamba and says rainfall benefiting Wyangala would also aid Warragamba. He promises to keep Dring advised with further information.
The notice warns kidneys filter blood every 16 minutes and waste removal affects health. It links back pain to tired kidney tubes and bladder issues, noting waste buildup can cause pale circles, rheumatic pain, and digestion problems. It urges prompt action rather than waiting.
A list of year two and other pupil results from Forbes Convent School Forbes Convent Strathfield shows students across English French history geography arithmetic algebra geometry and business principles with marks ranging from low to high honors. The document includes many student names with uneven scores indicating regional and subject performance across the grade levels.
Ernest Marsh aged 61 died after a period of ill health. He had lived in Forbes district, worked 17 years for Forbes Municipal Council, and is survived by two sons Cecil and Leo in military camps and a daughter. Funeral from St Lawrence's Church followed to Forbes Catholic Cemetery with Rev Goodacre officiating.
Joyce Beryl Finn and Harald Harvey wed at St Johns Church of England in a Monday evening ceremony. Rev A W White officiated. Bride wore white satin gown with embroidered tulle and orange bloom halo. bridesmaid wore tal Tat attire with blue tulle. Best man was Jack Finn. Reception at Pacific Hall with about 35 guests. The couple left for Orange for a short honeymoon by car.
Coroner Arthur Sum conducted an inquest into the death of Norma Ruth Sayers 15 at home January 4. The stomach analysis showed no poison. Dr McLean's post mortem cites heart failure due to myocarditis as the cause. verdict returned as stated in the testimony.
OC W Ridley from Pine Hut Forbes urges space for support of Hammond and Speck to cut shire rates. He says even a small saving helps during hard times and the war effort, despite opposition claiming only a pound or two matters. Labor shortages threaten local work and the shire’s war impact.
Forbes residents report births at Brentwood private hospital and Crombie private hospital. Families celebrate newborns Gordon Edward and a twin birth. Local figures return from holidays in Katoomba Sydney and Manly while several members depart for military camps or city duties.
Betty compliments Anne on powder that stays put in heat. Anne reveals she uses Charmosan and calls it the best ever. Betty plans to try it before the day ends and joins in using it too.
The product Charmosan face powder is sold in Rachel Sieetie Pacis Suntan Rose and Blanche shades. It is distributed widely by chemists drapers and stores including chain outlets.
The fragment appears to be a poetic line about a pleasant summer day and self care rituals. It references a cover line about cleaning away dust and bidding farewell to the day, with phrases about massage and fees.
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