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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 07, 1944
Page
4
The Generalecrclry of the Farmers and Seizer Assortation reports a new compulsory group system for shearing labor under the stamp scheme. Grazers using casual labor are exempt. contracts must use special forms from the Post Office and tax stamps.
Bathurst triumphed in the Red Cross Air Race with strong performances by Bathurst pilots. The event highlighted top finishers and notable feats from the winning team, including leaders and supporting contenders across the field.
The Eugowra Red Cross annual week featured a reception on Saturday with Mrs J Normeire as president and officers elected for country town and district roles. Members reported on funds, donated garments, and supplies sent to Red Cross depots and hospitals, thanking volunteers and supporters and noting war-era aims and future work.
A reader letter from two teens asks for guidance after fearing to leave home due to parental threat. They seek advice on finding a safe position and handling stigma while reporting their issue to the paper.
Sunday service list includes Holy Communion at 5 pm Byemong Wid Ui Toei Goolagong and Evensong with sermon at Cullmore. Matthew appears in the parish schedule for Trinity Sunday observances as part of the Eugowra entries.
Local column lists many residents visiting, recovering, or congratulated. Names include Norma Wheatley, Miro Cheadle, Mrs. Dart Joyes Price, Mr. and Mrs. Hillary Dwyer, Margaret, and others. Mentions a birthday party for Mrs. Bruglie Millereary Stan day and a birth notice for a son to Mr and Mrs Pearce. Rev Leslie Hubbard to move from Eugowra to Admamixtown the Rewcastle diocese. wheatley & Co auction sale July 8.
A public meeting at the Royal Café next Saturday at 4 pm will decide the form of the Ekugowea patriotic appeal on behalf of the Lord Mayor’s fund. The group plans the release date and invites all interested to attend.
In memoriam for Janice Ann Douglas aged 11 months who passed away suddenly on July 1. A loving memory kept in our hearts by her grieving family. Words cannot express the sorrow and everlasting love for the dearest child.
The Returned Soldiers League invites interested persons to a meeting at the School of Arla on Saturday July 9 at 9 pm to discuss a social ball and other activities for veterans and spouses.
Cadets attended a musketry shoot with corps of cadets in drill and orders practice. Senior cadets logged time, Perry and Douglas impressed with leg work, and Neville Gary debuted for the Might with top scoring. Gordon Douglans and Gialwara aided, while injuries included a crusty foot muscle.
W Hurcum earns a hole in one on the No 7 No 6 hole 130 yards during a Wednesday round amid dry conditions and matted fairways. Weekend play saw Lan Hive defeat all opponents as handicappers noted. Associations' games report Mrs Welch winning an 18-hole stroke event on June 8 with tight scores across multiple players.
Authorities warn all persons to stay off the premises and not to trespass on Wandary TM property. Any movement or entry will be prosecuted. previous permissions are cancelled by the manager.
This item records subscriptions toward paying a wireless set and notes a shortfall of thirty shillings. It mentions softball results for Senior Lachlan Waratehs Curlew Rovers and Junior Brumbies Wanderers and lists names contributing small sums. It cites Rev Father Murphy and Diocesan Inspector of Schools preparing confirmations and exams, plus plans for interior painting and flooring renewal at the school.
A fragmented report notes a church event with the annual meeting and fundraiser. It mentions Mr WG Morrow and women volunteers supporting the effort, praising the promoter and the upcoming revival plans for a local church community.
Attendees including W. J. Lumen HM Millard and Bar discussed a proposal to buy a wireless set for the Public School via the Education Department. The aim is to enhance both education and entertainment value for students.
In a Sunday service the bishop will celebrate the 70 minute Mass and confer the Sacrament of Confirmation. The following Sunday candidates will be presented for Confirmation at Eugowra and an early Mass will be said at Goch.
A sparse public gathering at the Royal Cate on Saturday discussed the annual patriotic appeal. Attendees considered forming a committee for the event and named officers including Mr Crapy Winn as secretary.
A fragmented report covers a WAC conference with Bangowra Magrtly Murge Trajere South Lawhba 1) Weagan Mr Bowles opening the meeting. Topics included tyres motor spirit and local industry, with officers and committees discussed for Cowrn and Spealeen areas.
The Eugowra sale conducted by Goldbrough Mort & Co Lub and Wheatley & Co featured a range of stock including five fal eothe ane 1000 fal sheep and cattle. Prices reported include Hereford steers £1201, heifers £916 to £1490, yearlings £10 to £12, wethers £34 to £310, and ewes shown among other lots with mixed demand.
Optometrist Mr Al Bono of Orange plans a trip to Eugowra on July 17 with a morning stop in Canowindra. He will offer consultations at Nelch's Central Hotel in the afternoon and again in Canowindra in the morning. Appointments can be arranged via Bugowrs News agency.
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