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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 23, 1929
Page
4
A Central West deputation urged the Minister for Agriculture to fund a Parkes agricultural training centre to boost farm productivity. The plan could raise wealth with modest annual costs, but the government instead prioritized the Eastern Suburbs Railway funding, underscoring metropolitan versus rural spending priorities.
A narrator recalls dreaming of a magical cream that would erase aging marks and reveal youthful skin. Upon waking she finds Creme Charmoi on her dressing table and wonders if dreams can come true. The tone mimics a chatty early 20th century testimonial about beauty products.
Mr and Mrs Reg Frazer of Sydney are spending their annual holidays in Forbes. Nurse Hood has arrived in Forbes to take up duties at the District Hospital.
The Jemalong Shire Council held a postponed Saturday session. The engineer reported on Crooked Creek after Mr Amor's complaint, the council considered moving work to next year’s estimates, and sought £500 from the Main Roads Board for Orange Road works.
Patrons of the Gymnasium Club concert at the Town Hall tomorrow can expect an extensive varied programme of vocal, elocutionary, and instrumental pieces. The specially organized choir will perform. Doors close during each item. tickets cost 3 shillings and 2 shillings.
Weddin Shire Council has decided to repair the Forbes Marsden Head section under control. Mr. Newell of the Main Roads Board announced the decision to a Forbes meeting, drawing applause amid longstanding pressure from Forbes Municipal Council and Parkes Chamber of Commerce for action on the treacherous stretch.
President Hedley Woods of Forbes F and 8 Association cited a move for an extended agricultural service in the wear as a costly, misleading effort. Delegates described as hoodwinked the conference while opposition praised Mr Weeds for opposing the scheme and the minister later rejected the project. A deputation later met the Minister to press the matter.
At the Parkes branch meeting of the F and 8 Association, President W Bassett noted wheat rose from 3/7 to 5/¢ per bushel. H K Nock explained US harvest prospects, empty elevators, and Congress aid, with dry weather reducing supply and speculators buying to cover, pushing prices higher. NSW facing 7 million bushels demand.
The Parkes council led by Mayor W. J Keant pressed for a definite sewerage plan. Opposition cited £1000 spent on surveys while Health Dept and Licensing Board criticisms emerged. Minister Beatton promised funds in Estimates and possible transfer of workers from Lismore once that project finishes.
Al Jolson's screen debut Indiana at the Strand follows his life tale of seeking theatre glory. The Jazz Singer success boosts interest as Jolson's stage work draws throngs with intense, emotional performance. Cast includes May Me Avoy Warner Oland Eugenie Besserer Cantor Rosenblatt and others. Alan Crossland directs with Samson Raphaelson based scenario by Al Cohn. Show runs eight nights.
At a Saturday meeting the Forbes F and C Association concluded the Farmers Executive should be better informed about world wheat markets than a few months ago. Mr GB Griffith stated that a short briefing was needed.
Alma Grown aged 29 was charged with conspiring with James Henry Brown 21 to commit arson at Kogara. She faces an accusation of defrauding an insurance company of a large sum. A weather board cottage was reportedly sprinkled with kerosene and set alight.
At the Forbes F. and 8. Association meeting on Saturday Mr G H Griffith urged establishing a local baby clinic with CWA backing and nursing help. He said a nurse is needed. the Department of Health was asked to consider the proposal while noting Parkes Indies plan to share a nurse for Forbes and Parkes.
The quarter sessions hear Mark Grace a pawnbroker charged with receiving stolen goods in a scheme with Henry Fiuntera a convicted thief. A police officer is alleged to have accepted a bribe from Grace as the case unfolds with testimony and prosecutorial decisions shaping the evidence.
A City exchange debate notes no law from 3/7 per bushel and questions whether market recovery is real. Critics say merchants manipulate grains after surplus estimates, urging the Executive to obtain more accurate global wheat supply data. Mr Cannon and Mr Griffith push for improved information. The motion passes.
A longform reminiscence recalls Bathurst racing figures Alfred West and Ned Ingersole. It recounts bushranger era episodes, a tense night at a Lambing Flat meeting, and Ingersole winning with his gelding Ben Hall, named for the outlaw horse.
Advertisement announces Home Recreations Ltd of Sydney will demonstrate the Gelonomn Harmonie, a master-phone device priced about £26, with a free town hall concert tonight at 8 o'clock. Mr Pouslen will be at the Albion Hotel Forbes for interviews. coupon in issue admits bearer to the event.
London reports from Shanghai cite the Nanking Government denouncing the second Soviet Note as hypocrisy and accusing Moscow of pressuring China through diplomacy. The piece alleges Soviet use of Harbin and Manchuria to push sinister schemes while noting disputes over border towns and a growing war between Russia and China.
The Royal Commission into the coal trouble is expected to cost £52,000 by its conclusion in the second week of December. The inquiry will be a boon to the legal profession, as most expenses are legal costs.
The case collapsed after the Crown failed to prove the coats were stolen, ending the proceedings with no conviction.
Misa Dorrie McKellar married H. T. Hodge at St John s Church Forbes last Wednesday afternoon. The gown featured ivory Jersey velour with a peacock back and diamante. Bridesmaid Mrs Mona McKellar wore Saxon velour. bouquet contained Iceland poppies and ferns. Groom’s cousin Mr Hodge was best man. Reception at The Paragon Cafe followed. Honeymoon planned for Orange and Sydney.
A wooden outhouse behind Mr. Huret's home on Parkes Street was destroyed by fire for several minutes. The fire brigade did not reach the scene as the blaze occurred near the water area and the alarm rang outside.
In Orange on Monday magistrate Arnold warned start ing price shop keepers as Mark Kelly faced charges for using a room for betting. Kelly, with prior fines, was fined £76 and warned imprisonment if he offends again. Frederick Bowyer, charged with aiding and abetting, claimed no profit but wages. Bowyer fined £30. police had entered Kelly’s shop July 13 under a special warrant.
Leeds Bros at Dubbo report strong yarding of fat sheep and cattle with buyers from local districts. Prices posted for bulls, steers, and cows, while McNeilly Crampton and Martin note worst stock quality in years. Local sales show weaker demand, fat lambs and wethers sold at lower rates, hoggets and store sheep easing as drought takes its toll.
Charles Henry Storie was charged at Central Court with maliciously shooting William Archer intending to inflict harm. In a row in front of Mata’s bar he intervened, was attacked, and Archer was taken to hospital with a thigh wound. Police offered no evidence, and the accused was discharged.
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