10 Jun 1947
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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 10, 1947
Page
1
Alexander explains the aim of the Returned Soldiers League to secure harvesters and equipment for the season. The plan prioritizes filling orders for returned soldiers to avoid driving up prices at the market and forcing costly purchases.
A motor accident at about 4 o clock in the afternoon left four people injured. Mrs Elbourne, her baby, Louise Fenelyed, and Junn Elbourne sustained various injuries including cuts and a leg fracture. J. Staney's car was moved to allow another vehicle to exit when it overturned over a culvert. Dr. Turher and an ambulance attended. all four were conveyed to Dietrich Hospital for treatment. The petrol wagon belonged to Vacuum Co Pty and damage to the vehicle was noted.
The Albion Hotel Forben license was transferred last Thursday from Lily A Clarke to Victor Robert Campbell of Gulgang by the local Licensing Court in a formal transfer.
A focused meeting of Forbes District Hospital directors discussed staffing and salary issues, appointing and confirming key officers, and planning next steps for the hospital’s operations. The session covered deputies, salaries, and proposed appointments, with decisions pending formal approval.
Profits from this year’s P A and H Association autumn show were 2316. A committee meeting considered spring or autumn timing with a motion to continue the autumn show. Numerous improvements were discussed including ground works, tree planting, and new horse and livestock features. The session approved amendments and donations to Ambulance and Mrs. McPhillamy, with life membership for Mrs. Meares in recognition of service.
A district meeting discusses meat works stock pricing under weight and grade for export sales. Mr Meares cites prevailing methods, urging publicity and adoption of the scheme. A committee of Meares, Woods, Robertson and Lawrence is tasked with investigating and advising on benefiting Britain from pavilion proceeds and luncheon sales.
Train schedule notices indicate disruptions starting Sunday with revised timings for the Sydney-Formes route. The stationmaster warns of altered departures and arrivals on Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, with a final evening service and adjustments to the 145 pm departure. Passengers are advised to expect delays and altered connections at Wy am and Wall stations.
The Forbes Prin ce Loraine Parker campaign in the Girl Guide Menard Fund mobilizes support led by Ald Mayor Quintanated toward the appeal. A committee chaired by Gunth and including Coleg ipec Tetergy and Mrs McMillan as treasurer plans events such as a euchre party on June 17 and a dance on June 20 in Pariah Hall, with Gidden and Brownies assisting with cards.
The Red Cross appeal plan notes a Friday event led by the Lite Fortes branch with a sale and auction. Proceeds are expected to aid relief, with names and units cited among participants and supporters.
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