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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 08, 1926
Page
2
Classified notice announces piano for sale due to owner leaving district. Includes partial church timetable details and scattered entries such as Forbes schedule morning and evening services Wirringa ironbarks Calarle times.
The Forbes Advocate condemns Mayor and Alderman Twogood over attacks on the paper during a dispute with the gas manager. It argues the mayor tolerated insults to ratepayers while defending the gasworks status quo, and criticizes Twogood’s ownership of Twogood's Corner. The piece insists the gas manager is a paid servant and calls for accountability in Forbes First policy.
Susana Newell wife of John Newell of Bandon died Sunday night at 74. Daughter of Mr and Mrs Doyle of Yumma Station. married to Joan Newell about 42 years ago. Survived by husband, son J J Newell of Forbes, and three daughters Mia E Battye of Cowra, Mrs Lavercombe, and Mrs O Dwyer of Sydney. Funeral at 2 pm from St Lawrence's Forbes to Roman Catholic cemetery Bar Fathe reading the burial service Megara Willams Co. had charge of arrangements.
Great tree planting season as ground stays soaked. Residents seeking trees should contact the Town Improvement Committee which has a surplus for those in need. The Power Farming Cup awarded for best wheat crop with a farm tractor was won by Schramm Bros of White's River SA. Second and third prizes went to Steva Kennaley of Junee with Waratah and Bena crops. Altogether 51 competitors. winner used a McCormick-Deering Tractor.
A deputation questioned the Area Commissioner for Railways at Forbes on Friday about speeding the Forbes mail. The Commissioner promised to consider measures. The Iron Horse film will be shown at Strand Theatre on Thursday and Friday nights, a faithful record of a great world event.
A Forbes sale at Messrs Jon Meagher and Co. drives a shopping festival with low prices inviting early crowds. Tonight features the Presbytery Ball as adults take the floor, with L Raymond and T Garngey as honorary secretaries and Rev. Father Fox directing the event. Tomorrow night the juveniles dance.
Mr P H J Stricklard is brought to town from Glengorrah in poor health and receiving medical care. Dr Edmonds of Jamalong Shire Council and family travel to Sydney for their sick son. J McGormack from Moora visits Orange, then St George's Pining. Norman Flannerry and Mrs Flannerry depart Forbes for Rockhampton for a brief holiday. Mrs Cassolts of the railway metal line presents Brentwood Private Hospital. The Jemalong Shire reopens with Cornell back as president after Manly hospital stay. Thea Robinson leaves Forbes for Sydney to begin nursing training.
Australia 200 innings, Yorkshire bowled out for 156 after Weing 1 for 106. Yorks collapse toppled by Grimmett and Richardson with sustained bowling pressure. England 1st innings featured Hobbs, Hendren, Kilner and Smith among runs, 85 to 87 not out. Stumps drawn after resumed play in dull weather.
The Acting Government Statistician notes 1924 25 wool returns were understated but grassers largely supplied reliable data. An independent estimate puts NSW total greasy wool production for the year ended June 30 1925 at 209 100 000 pounds, comprising 441 700 000 pounds of shorn and dead wool and 11 401 000 pounds from skins produced and fullmongered in the state.
The 1925 Department of Mines annual report shows mineral output reached a record value of 1 018 001, up 486 900 from 1924. Coal production totaled 1 199 199 tons, valued at over 29 000 000, with silver and lead mines boosting the rise. By year end the total mineral value stood at 404 137 206, highlighting the state’s wealth. The article also notes the pelican’s global distribution and Taronga Zoo’s appeal for twelve pelicans.
With increased traffic due to growth around Camp Hill, residents demand a smoother roadway at Woods Crossing. The open causeway causes drainage issues. a culvert is hoped to create a dry road surface and a better crossing overall.
A Sydney paper reports in the Western Districts a five pound note is called a shepherd. Mr Shepherd of Parramatta fines £5 for obscene language. Five youths were charged after a constable traced overheard verses of Home Sweet Home. Each fined £6. The shepherd rule spreads to the Parramatta Police District.
Forbes doctors demand a better all night telephone switchboard system after repeated delays and no responses to calls. They warn that in emergencies a delay or silence could prove fatal for patients needing medical attention or ambulance service.
Frederick Parker, aged 18, is charged with stealing a sweater and with assault with intent to commit a serious offence against Florence Peckham. The case details a forceful encounter in the Peckhams’ home, including alleged neck grip and attempted indecent assault. Parker pleads not guilty. remand requested, then committed for trial at the next Quarter Sessions with bail set at 200 pounds.
Myrdle Prichhra of Wate faced a charge of driving on the wrong side of the road on Saturday afternoon. Her husband Moloney appeared, and pleaded to the public ity for share ee et.
Tomorrow night the Adventurous Sex stars Herbert Rawlinson Clara Bow and Earle Williams with Applesauce as the supporting feature. The Hollywood Kid and a fine pro gram are shown with The Iron Horse epic detailing a transcontinental railroad dream. Patrons note admission Gallery 4 5 8 and 1 shillings with seats reservable at Crinsted's Agency.
A trial on a charge involving an alleged indecent assault at the Globe Motel progressed with defense arguing the location was not a public space. Constable Searfe testified to arrest efforts after the accused allegedly resisted and used indecent language as he was escorted toward the station. The case was adjourned for further consideration of venue and public access issues.
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