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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 06, 1939
Page
5
A writ of satirical verse questions barmaids versus beer in a rowdy, aged-adjacent humor piece. The monologue mocks vintage wine and whisky while praising steady hands and rustic appeal, urging drinkers to declare their preference amid lively tavern chatter.
The entry includes a probate notice for Morris Bet Land deceased and an inserted family memorial for Jack Tonkinson with names of relatives. It notes administration sought by Public Trustee and a July 3 deadline. Also a Lutheran church notice lists a June meeting and service times with a short sermon line.
A New Ile chronicle cites the Barmaid Union protesting hiring younger barmaids, fearing loss of seasoned staff. The piece notes long serving women, aging, and the social shift as wage and image pressures rise in local pubs.
Ploughing applications are invited for ground preparation at Semalong Station. Heavily degraded soil requires deep turning to four inches using mouldboard ploughs. State price per are to be furnished with the submission.
J W Watson of Thehborne writes from Hays Kansas about a long trip through the United States. He describes agricultural experiments in Kansas and Texas, including wheat plots, lucerne impacts on soil moisture, silage for cattle, and the vast grassland farms. He notes large tractor use, cattle breeds, and a cheap fuel era, with contrasts to Australian methods and markets.
Parkes council discusses proposed civic building to house the Parley Mian and plans were deferred to a later meeting. A deputation from the Chapel of England warned the new building could obscure the church, while residents along Parkes Road complain of dust and disturbance. A university-like scholarship for Parkes Intermediate High School is announced, named after John and Mary Dalgleish. The Diggers Race Club reports 1995 to 1838 donations totaling 6040 for the Returned Soldiers' League.
Two Ford mechanics staged demonstrations at a Ronin Street showroom of Modern Major Lia local Ford dealers. They dismantled a Ford V-8 engine in 54 seconds and reassembled it in 108 minutes amid spectators. District service manager Mr Mannering called the display a test of design simplicity and engine accessibility, noting the speed as a point of interest.
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