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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 24, 1931
Page
3
At the Weddin Shire meeting the Engineer reviewed flood damage in the Quandialla Bimbi district. Repairs include bank realignment and logs to confine floodwater, with costs estimated around £200 and planning for levels to be taken before next meeting.
Semi isolated area reports floodwaters receded but roads remain nearly impassable forcing travel by horse or sulky. Despite efforts, farmers fear acreage sown will be halved this season while seeking relief and noting the death of local resident Mr Simmons who was a longtime trainer in the district.
A pleasant evening at Mrs. McMaster's home marked the inaugural meeting of the newly formed Garlachy Debating Society. Members discussed topics including Austrian policies and the potential impact of land reform while planning upcoming sessions and motions for debate.
A bleak report from Bedgerabong describes slow weather improvement but conditions remain severe with widespread slush. A local sailor loses third of property to flood while trying to move sheep between high spots. R. Plercy collapses and is treated after a bad turn. influenza fears surface as a nurse attends. Suspension bridge at Strangey is perilous, forcing pedestrians to await helpers to escort vehicles. Fortes mail link partly resumes after H Hare clears the route to the shed.
Weather has improved after floods with roads drying and marooned residents visiting on Sunday. Frosty conditions earlier damaged crops and some dairymen moved stock. wheat pooling and land prospects appear steady. A cow died from cyanide poisoning after Monday. An accident near Lown injured Mr. McGrath but no serious harm to others.
The report outlines a busy week with travel to Fayren's Bridge, car recovery efforts, and multiple medical travels to Forbes and Cowra Hospital. It notes confirmations by Mr Barry Mehop, a newly elected bishop, a children's party, and a Belle of the Paluleo event with a 4 huge success goal.
An advertisement warns of frequent urges and painful urination, urging prompt treatment with De Witt's Kidney and Bladder Pills. It claims quick improvement within 24 hours and long term relief, noting pills are non purgative and target the kidney. It cites chemists nationwide stock and lists prices 1 s 6d.
A garbled notice describes alleged wrongdoing involving person or persons and horses on an unspecified date. Authorities threaten prosecution without regard to person connected, with emphasis on seriousness and lawfulness.
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