Forbes Gas Committee Probes Supply Failure at Forbes Works
The Forbes Gas Committee met on June 12 to trace the gasometer breakdown and supply failure, determine causes, and propose actions to restore supply. Recommendations include appointing James McDougal as foreman, expediting gasworks staff duties, engaging contractor support, securing coke supply, and arranging cost estimates for repairs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gee Committee
James McDougal
Naworks
Dept of Local Conccepiens
Forbes
W. C. Davey
Melbourne
Pures Hanwerks
Fo Thome
Three months trial for gasworks discussed by council
Ald Hurtcher and Ald Collett debate the gasometer report and future of the gasworks. The council reviews a three month trial, foreman hiring, and the possibility of replacing or restoring parts. The Town Clerk tracks reports, housing concerns, and contractor plans as the temporary gas holders supply gas.
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Ald
Hurtcher
Antalide
Collent
McDougall
Ald. Simpson
Ald Collett
Bub
Hortcher
Hubbard
Sidin
Shane
Housing Commission
Gap
Forbes
Orange
Ald. Woods
Ambulance Driver Applications Tq Forbes District Meeting
The Forbes district Ambulance committee reviewed 13 applications for the ambulance driver vacancy caused by Bruce Jones leaving. They deferred a final appointment to a special meeting next Thursday night. Treasurer Frank Cobb reported working account details and payments, while Superintendent Claude Wallwork noted vehicle activity and mileage for the past month.
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Forbes District Ambulance
Torsday
Bruce Jones
A. G. Jones
Frank Cobb
Claude Wallwork
eAaer
Shire Council Flood Activities Postponed
Court records show several cases delayed at local court due to police, clerical errors, and scheduling conflicts. Names include Manning Sayers, AW McGee firm, Neville Harry Buttriss, and Dudley Edward Carroll.
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Pilice Churres Wattet Saynen
Manning Sayers
Miewy Mt Detaaianing
Metal Bai
McGee
Met
Luitiec
Gill Ab Lela uWire
Coupi Wlile
Kelly Sayer
Piindist McGee
Aid Weejal
Neville Harry Buttriss
Beare Jini Onion
Kaise Alexander
Marie
Moooty Vo Clothier
Dudley Edward Carpoll
Correll
Owe Cone
John Falp
Neo Jwatier
Ube Markwcort-Gnet
Rae
Une
Mit
President Cutcliffe Endorsed For Flood Relief Actions
Dr. Cutcliffe outlined efforts during the Lachlan Valley flood, detailing council actions. He praised staff, donors, and committees, noted police and road repairs, and requested formal endorsement of expenditures and aid drives. The council unanimously backed his report and thanked officers and volunteers.
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Cutcliffe Mid
Through Traffic Delays on Flooded Orange Forbes Road
Fragmented OCR notes describe through traffic hazards during flood periods on the Orange to Forbes road. A reader suggests contacting the property owner about erecting a notice directing traffic via alternative routes to Forbes and beyond, pending approval from Boree Shire Council.
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Forbes Row
Beagle
Southern Cross
Orage
Forbes
Orange-Forbes Road
Muduien
Parkes
Boree Shire
Cudai
Hes
Poh Wood Quality Update Sparks Technical Notes
Fragmentary notes discuss wood quality and thermal properties with references to air content. The text mentions removal of certain elements to activate thermal response and notes availability and quality considerations.
Authority to Control River Readings and Data
A Shire deputation to Sydney pressed for continued river and rainfall readings along the Lachlan River to aid flood forecasting. Mr. F. M. Copeland received praise for maintaining river data from Wyangala Dam to Jemalong Weir and relaying updates downstream. The department’s response remained uncertain while officials pledged to pursue the matter with Sydney authorities.
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Sydney
Minister For Conservation
Lachlan River
Cuteliffe
F. M.copeland
Copeland
Mary
Broughton
Lachlan
Murriinbidgee
Adjustment Of Gas Accounts
A Gas Committee recommendation seeks adjustment of gas accounts for the period ending 1061 with possible tariff increases. Alderman Hartcher argues the plan aims for better gas with lower charges. The Town Clerk will handle complaints and final adjustments remain pending.
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Forbes Gounell
Ald. Hartcher
Forbes District Plans 30 Pre fab Homes and Land Moved
The Forbes council discussed 30 prefabricated houses and land use with Minister Hawkins and District Surveyor Elphinstone. They aimed to lease Crown land for permanent homes, secure sewerage and water services, and pursue government subsidies while accelerating road and public works on North Hill.
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Hawkins
Hawkit
Elphinestom
Forbes
Assin
A. J. Brown
Housing Commission
Brown
Diyer
Conmmoner
Oleo
Ald
Holloway
North Hill
Camp Hill
North Hull
Sheep Values Firm and Cattle Dearer at Homebush Market
Galgeny reports Homebush sale with 20350 sheep and lambs sold. Light lambs 1d-3d, heavy lambs 1d-1d, wethers 9d-10d, ewes 7d-11d per lb with skin value. Cattle firm for prime yearlings and vealers. other cattle 10-20 cheaper. Bulls and dairy stock varied. midday truckings listed. Auction note includes Mr A J Gunn furniture sale at Gilpin's store next Friday at 3 pm.
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Galgeny
A J Gunn
Gilpin
Rankein Street
Water Reaches Spillway At Wyangala Dam After Heavy Rain
Flood readings chart rising water levels across Lachlan River area. Wyangala Dam spillway ran at high flow Sunday after 80 inches of rainfall in the catchment, with Forbes and Cresketd also reporting significant totals. Overnight increases pushed levels higher at several gauges including Herbert's and Goolagong.
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Wyangala Dam
Cresketd
Lachlan
Forbes
Banday
Forbes Advocate honors for theatre award winner
Bruce Peiaraty, a longtime contributor to Forbes Advocate, receives the Richards award for a biweekly theatre piece. The Department of Technical Education in Sydney notes his merit in stage tool and teaching division efforts during 1950s competition statewide.
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Pla
Forbes Adivorair
Bruce Peiaraty
Wes
Department of Teche Filucation
Sydney
NW Cny
Porrespemdetwe
Lachlan League Flood Control Plans
A regional gathering aims to shape flood control and development for the Lachlan Valley from Hillston to Cowra. Delegates seek funding options, map the lower Lachlan reclamation, and plan authority structures while awaiting an air survey for flood risk priorities.
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Lachlan League
League
Hillston
Cowra
Canberra
al Mono
Lach
Eae
Bette Aguirs
No Flood Danger Seen After Season Says Lachlan Valley League
From Our Paint of View reports little flood danger after eighty inches of rain and snow around Crockwell. River rises on Lachlan system with Wyangala a foot below spillway, Belubula and Mandagery flowing, Forbes river level up to seven feet. Executive of Lachlan Valley League backs grass planting and tree cover to slow runoff and says flood immunity should be achieved this season.
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Crockwell
Lachlary
Wyangala
Belubula
Forbes
Tre
Lachlan
Lachlan Valley League
Canberra
League
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