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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 22, 1938
Page
1
Motor vehicle numbers show growth with 240,613 in one category and 211,733 in May last year, while 1928-29 commercial vehicles totalled 71,062. Since a low in prior years the motor totals have more than doubled, reaching 508,083 registered vehicles on May 31, with 80,162 motor cycles and 44,470 motor cars noted.
Two men Reginald Chas Wellington and Thomas Field were fined for keeping dead wool and sheep skins believed stolen. Police said the items came from a stock route camp near Parkes Road after they admitted picking them up from the stock route with no permission.
In Dubbo, a juror sought excusal by claiming bachelor status. Judge Barton called it a novel excuse and pressed for other reasons. The man cited household duties and lack of a caretaker. the judge granted the exemption. The next juror was asked if he was another bachelor and was exempted as well.
In a Wellington court the defendants faced charges over two skins and a bag of dead wool found in custody of wool merchant Austen. Police testified one man admitted selling wool to Austen. the case hinged on custody and theft suspicions with no prior convictions.
The article critiques widespread poisoned bran for grasshoppers, arguing it harms natural insectivores and may worsen hoppers' outbreaks. W W Killen cites rabbit control lessons, warning poisoning can disrupt ecosystems, wipe out egg-eating birds, and fail to curb grasshoppers. Country experiences and letters support caution against broad poisoning.
Emily Whitfield, 43, a London native and patient at Orange Mental Hospital for two years, vanished from No. 4 ward on July 7. A rabitter spotted a fully clothed body face down in Bloomfield creek about 400 yards from the hospital. doctors recovered the remains and notified authorities.
In a correction to last Friday’s issue, Hon G J Bassett admitted his claim that 200 workers were on the Jemalong irrigation project and would rise to 460 within a fort night was incorrect. Police say only 3 men are employed locally, with most workers from outside districts occupying key positions, prompting the Development League to monitor compliance with state labor rules.
The Forbes United Hospital Auxiliary held its ninth annual meeting with Mrs. KH Beddie re-elected president for a tenth term. About fifty members attended as officers praised dedication, fundraising helped furnish a new isolation ward and contribute to a portable X-ray plant. The group reported 40 financial members, 11 average monthly attendees, and multiple fundraising efforts across golf, shows, concerts, card parties, street carnivals, and catering for weddings.
Steady rain across Forbes district and central west raises soil moisture, with 31 points recorded by nine am yesterday. July totals reach 38 points at Porches as rainfall continues, lifting hopes for pastures and crops though much soaking is still desired. registrations across Cowra Condobella Dubbo Grenfell Orange Parkes Trundle Young etc show scattered falls in multiple towns.
A new award governing all stores takes effect tomorrow Saturday. Assistants start work immediately and finish at 5 30 pm on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Wednesday hours are 8 am to 1 pm replacing 12 35 pm. Saturday hours are 9 am to 6 pm replacing 9 pm. John Meagher and Co Pty Ltd stores stay open through lunch every day and tea hour remains on Saturdays.
The NACMLA notes a net June gain of 160 boosting membership to 61 532. Of members 25 199 reside in the countryside and 36 334 live in Cumberland County. The body, claimed as the largest in the Southern Hemisphere, records nearly one member per three motor cars registered, and notes fourteen years of steady growth.
In Forbes the annual Presbytery Ball returns as a premier social event planned for Tuesday the fifth. Lorna Lance and her musicians promise West wide fame amid a mix of novelty acts yet to be revealed and a supper kept confidential. The organizers hint at a festive, unusually braced programme aimed at top evening entertainment.
Non licensed worker W Heffernan, ex-resident, failed to appear and was fined 4 pounds 4 shillings at Forbes Police Court for carrying out electrical work without continuously employing a licensed person. The prosecution cited faulty three phase motor installation work in Frankin Street Forbes and warned that dangerous workmanship would risk safety and council time.
Mr J Fielder of NAMSA warns abnormal wear occurs when drivers turn the front wheels while the car is stationary. He says manufacturers design steering systems with safety margins, but misuse causes rapid wear and possible trouble. Drivers should avoid turning wheels unless moving to save on repairs.
February regional conference in Blayne attended by three Auxiliary members. Portable X ray donated to hospital at £290 with a fund and £55 0s 3d collected. An imperial chair for linen and blankets purchased. Fruit surplus low, sympathy extended to bereaved members. Thanks expressed to Hospital Board for help and to Mr for auditing. Deep appreciation to Mrs EJ Cabot patron for generosity. Concluding thanks to all donors. Poetic closing lines urge action now.
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