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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 01, 1951
Page
1
The French football team received a warm Forbes welcome from 10 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. at the Cenotaph and Town Hall. Crowds cheered as dignitaries and locals, including Mayor and Rugby League officials, celebrated with a civic reception, autograph signing, and a district tour.
In a thrilling Spooner Oval clash, Western Districts pressed early with a sensational move as crowds of 5,000 to 6,000 watched France edge Western Districts 26 to 24. France and Western Districts traded attacks in a dramatic open football showcase, with Puig Aubert and Trudgett among standout performers. The weather, ground, and crowd added to a punishing duel as both sides fought for a late rally. Jacobson’s up and under set up a late try for Western Districts.
A dinner for French and Australian rugby guests featured speeches by MF Campbell and other officials, praising friendship and sport. The event included a National Anthem, toasts, and an informal dance in the Town Hall with catering by local ladies and organizers receiving thanks for a successful gathering.
Mr. Jack Hartcher, secretary of Group XV and organizer of the vial to Forbes of the French footballera ty Torts of Wednesday, said yesterday the great saucers of the day was due to the cooperation of all sections of the community. Men and common were detailed to various duties and carried them on to faithful fashion. Most people will agree with in when one saw that a large share of the praise gave to wit, Bartcher, who has work ed compessingly, day and neht, for months to ensure the success of the reception recorded the distinguished sinters.
Poggett, returning from Forbes after a France vs Western Division football game, allegedly attempted to pass a bus between Baden’s car and the bus. He struck both the bus and Baden’s vehicle, causing about 60 damage. All occupants escaped injury. A boy was hit by a fragment of gun in Foggotts vicinity but needed only first aid.
A number of souvenir booklets tied to Group XL and the French Rugby League visit remain unsold and will be disposed of. Copies are available at the "Advorate" office.
A large Forbes turnout for the France versus Western Division match at Spooner Oval reported about 5000 spectators. Police and visiting officers controlled traffic with no accidents. Parking was heavy around the ground, forcing some drivers to park on Browne Street away from the venue.
W R Spilley the Farmers and Settlers Association president outlined the wheat stabilization plan at Forbes branch, detailing subsidies and grower contributions. He contrasted government sales with concessional sales and noted divisions over fund control and end of season contributions.
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