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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 03, 1942
Page
2
A public meeting discusses rubber collection and conservation in response to shortages. Officials including the Mayor, Secretary of Commerce, Aldermen, and industry reps hear plans for rubber economy, advisory papers, and civilian cooperation to reduce tire wear and extend vehicle life.
A public meeting called by the Mayor in Forbes Council Chambers at 4 15 pm on Wednesday to discuss patriotic races and fundraising was poorly attended. Key attendees included Mayor Hartcher and Councillor Dempsey with several others present. Delegates were chosen to discuss joint meetings with Parkes and a late July date was proposed but deemed too soon.
The Forbes District Hospital Women's Auxiliary reported over £6 raised in the month at a meeting led by Mia Beddie. A dance by the Younger Set netted £20, and a carnival brought in £98 1 shilling 10 pence, aiding wartime needs.
Forbes branch of the Returned Soldiers League held a meeting in Manila with President A. E. Clarence and officers including G. Gar fog P Weat and K FL Mastings acting secretary. Correspondence covered breadthen weather act, appointments at Forbes munitions annex and council representation, with debate on local support and forthcoming events and finances.
A Sydney display organized by Meagher & Co shows salvaged waste paper used to manufacture military items. The exhibit demonstrates how every sheet contributes to munitions, maps, engines, and signals, urging public support for a broader wartime paper drive.
The Comforts Fund held its June meeting and elected officers including President Cleuaéi to fill the vacancy left by Mr. Macaulay. A voluntary subscription scheme was approved, with contributors invited to donate quarterly half-yearly or yearly. The fund reported income from the past year and outlined fundraising plans.
A reader letter discusses district council concerns over the Wheat Stabilisation Scheme tied to a guaranteed price and the impact on growers. It cites Mr Field and Mr Lang, references 140 million bushels, 3 10 per bushel, and 2/ per bushel adjustments while noting historical government actions and farmer livelihoods.
Word of a broad wheat agreement reaches Washington where Mr Evatt the Australian external affairs minister signs on the way to England. The proposal calls for a five power conference and a unified pool to relieve postwar distress. Australia and the United States Britain and other allies weigh terms as Mr Scully notes government plans.
A local Lutheran service bulletin notes a communion observance at Portes Parish led by Rev. Baokernann. The fragment mentions the service and worship details as part of the day’s church activities.
Local Forbes area notes report visiting soldiers Pte Frei Hood Sgt J Watson Pte Girton Barton and Pte O Maidment to Lieut Selig Bevin ALP. Transfers, hospital visits, and family updates follow. Army related telegrams, engagements, and weddings are noted along with community events and local business updates.
Charles Blackmore died Monday night at Forbes District Hospital. He was a veteran seaman aged about L? years and left no known relatives. Funeral Wednesday at 2:50 pm at the local cemetery with Rev Bran Parsons officiating and A G James directing burial arrangements.
Henry J Woodward, an elderly resident from Gunning Gap, was found dead in his hut on Monday after reportedly taking custody of Mr Hodges property for years. He was seven years old at death and had recently been treated by Dr Kaleher. Police and ambulance attended, and the body was taken to Forbes. The deceased, said to have been suffering from several ailments, was buried in the Catholic cemetery with Rev. Pother presiding over the obsequies.
Members of the alchery League gathered in memory of their late secretary Mr T E Dune who served the league for 15 years. The meeting opened with tributes from president Mr Clarence and remarks recalling Mr Tom Cranewis and fellow officers including Mr PL West as notable figures in the league.
The text lists a church service timetable with a 11 am and 10 pm entry. It mentions Poi and Sante euerat phrases and includes scattered names like Nicholson and abbreviations Wirrtays Ber C A, unclear context. The readable items indicate a parish scheduling note rather than a full article.
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