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Forbes Advocate

Location

Forbes, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Jul 19, 1938

Page

5

NSW Surplus for Financial Year Shows Growth

State figures show a financial year close with a surplus, revenue rise and higher expenditures across governmental departments. Total receipts reach 260,089,102 with main increases in Governmental revenue and railways, while interest payments total 6,744,025.

New South Wales Governmental Railways Department of Main Roads Imdlwayn Main Roads Department Social Services Australia

Presentation to Ambulance Officer in Forbes

At the opening of the new Forbes Ambulance district the Mayor presented ambulance officer Alf Wheeler with a miniature oxygen nut. The 16 first aid class members, instructed by Wheeler, earned certificates amid praise for Wheeler and the local committee's support. Wheeler urged continued public backing as the ambulance service grows.

Forbes Ald Ford Alf Wheeler Mrr. Wheeler Roe Nero Peroc Malehng Portes

The Advocate Printing Requirements Ad

The Advocate offers printing services and invites inquiries on requirements. Call to discuss needs and notes that we will pay you.

Newspaper Bombers and the Minister in the Big-Game Metaphor

An editorial from The Motor in Australia and Flying legacy critiques political targets as fair game in wartime press discourse. It discusses minister Thorby and the Minkster, debating if provocative actions justify shooting metaphorically or physically, amid emergency policy pressures and public sentiment.

Herald Defence Ao Eport Australia Tharky Thorby Mliokter

Trade Treaty Delays and Anglo American Cooperation

Trade friction delays the Anglo Australian trade treaty amid hints of shifting to US markets. Australia faces possible increased American competition in Britain, with butter imports down and European purchases up. Commonwealth data show 58 percent more factory employment and 61 percent higher wages in five years, boosting output by about 60 percent. Closer Britain US cooperation is urged to marshal shared economic resilience and support primary and secondary industries together.

Australia Great Britain Commonwealth Roland Wilson United States Anthony Eden Yak Uney

Jumble and Afternoon Tea Slat at Church Grounds

The Women’s Guild will hold a jumble sale and afternoon tea at Church of England grounds on Saturday, July 2. Proceeds support church activities and community outreach.

Women's Guild Church of England

Forbes for sale building site in section 22 town of Forbes

For sale part of lot 4 in section 22 Forbes with 668 21m frontage to William Street and 165 ft depth to a reef. clearing needed. good plant desired. Advertisement by EB Martin & Co Forbes agents. Obituary and memorial verses follow with family names and dates. Local church notices include Luther Bodvly meeting, BPES lecture, Sunday school, and farewell social for Mr and Mrs Hides. The Advocate offers stationery services and quotes for future orders.

Forbes William St Luther Bodvly C. BR. Hohnberg BPES Sunding School M. J. Georg F.C Hides Garama Martins Bareenong A. &. White

Tar Pot in Flames Threatens Gas Works Scene

A tar pot at the gas works burst into flame at 10 this morning sending dense smoky fumes over the town. Firemen, aided by chemical extinguishers, controlled the blaze quickly while a small procession of vehicles followed the fire engine to North Hill. No major alarm resulted.

North Hill Qamen

Tenders Invited for Forbes Club House Hotel Additions

Tenders are invited and will be received up to Friday July 2 for additions to the Club House Hotel Forbes for G Lawler. Plans may be obtained from the above or from H Bela Forbes.

Priday Lad Alberadiotin Club Forbes G Lawler Oor H. Bela Prada

Forbes New Supplementary Roll of Electors and Ratepayers

The Supplementary Roll of Electors and Ratepayers for Forbes is being prepared. Persons meeting qualifications but not listed or with changed qualifications or addresses may apply for enrollment. forms available from Town Clerk D. P. Dempsey at Forbes Town Hall.

Forbes District Hospital Board discusses early morning patient washing

A Forbes district hospital board meeting reviewed a Hospitals' Commission request for a position report to allow a general problems review. Director Ford noted matron Reid reported no inconvenience, while Dr Turner and others argued washing at four in the morning disrupts wards, suggesting seven o'clock start and staff adequacy if needed. The House Committee was asked to confer with the matron, with the annual board meeting set for August 26 at 8.00.

Forbes District Hospital Board Hospitals’ Commission Forbes WH. K. Ford Reid Gale Dr. Ford Dir. Turner Gaile Howe Dirs Dunn House Committee

Police Take Action Over River Reserve Alterations

A city council meeting discussed a letter in the Advocate criticizing damage to riverbank willows and young gum trees near the water reserve opposite the weir. Investigations were conducted but no proof for prosecution was found, and the matter was referred to the police for consideration. The council voted to place the matter in the hands of the police.

Advo Ation Forbes N.M. Sla. Journal Advocate Ab. Byres Jowal Wey Byrnes Alé Byrnes Theo Motion Ald Dunn

The Vivid Principles of Mapperson at the Tractor Meet

At a Saturday gathering of tractor owners in Bogan Gate, Meec B A Mapperson aged 72 spoke firmly on cooperation in buying fuel and resisting unilateral effort. He urged collective action while a minority member demanded amendments. Mapperson defended a principled stand, leaving no doubt about his resolve.

Meec B.A. Muapperson Bogan ‘Gate Mapperson Sean

Pickings of the Week in Grenfell Golf and Health News

The first round of the championship wines and Presidents trophy began with the initial 14 holes. Misa J Horton led events with several high scores for her club members including Mrs. Moore and Mrs. Griffiths. In health news, Mrs. Chris Mendham remains in hospital after two operations and is progressing well. George Barr, a Grenfell District Hospital patient, is expected to recover soon with friends hoping for his speedy return.

Absociate Misa J. Horton Moore Griffiths Train Bailey B. Griffiths Mra Armatrong Mianrell Edwards Reymond Onal Chris Mendham Greate] Hospital George Barr Grenfell District Hospital

Parkes Ambulance District Receives June Financial Statement

District Superintendent J Bloeeh outlined the Parkes Ambulance financials for June at a recent meeting. The statement opened with a credit balance of £431 18s 0d, carried from a flood deposit transfer, with further details and figures to follow.

Thistrict J. Bloeehmore Parkes

Forbes Assembly of God Schedule and Welcome

Forbes Assembly of God at 1 Lachlan Street Porbes RJ Mowloon lists weekly services and events. Tuesday 7 30 p m meeting for the Deepening of the Spiritual Life Thursday 7 40 p m Christ Apostles Meeting Saturday 2 00 p m Open air meeting Communion and Fellowship 3 00 p m Sunday School and Adult Bible Class 7 00 p m Evangelistic service Bright morning and singing Welcoming message for new attendees.

Forbes Assembly OF God Lachlan Street Porbes Mowloon

Evergreen retirements mark the Thomas family farewell

Members of the Thomas family at Evergreen near Forbes retire to the city after twenty four years. A large crowd gathered at the Back Yamina property to honor Mr. and Mrs. W K Thomas Senior and daughter Vera. Speeches praised Mr Thomas while gifts from the CWA and friends celebrated Vera and W R Thomas Jr. as the party looked to future life in the city.

Mire Basalt Molc Thomas Hassett Jag. Sweeney C T H. Breerick Thoms Messrs H. H. Griffith The Show Association E. J A. H. Bedtotie Focal CWA Vera Thomas Forbes Branch Mnt BH. Grinsted Wallace Hunter Keith Hastings Norman Rhodes H A. Tomkins Flannery Mesdames Tickner C Malloy K Wood Gunning Pavey Green Thornton Bree H Beddie G D. Baselt FF Barris HL. Phillips Barris bin atton‘Hom Wong H. H. Grimt

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