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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 21, 1946
Page
1
Trading demand outpaces supply as buyers flock to Forbes cattle sale. Dealers report tight truck availability hindering livestock movements, raising concerns over timely deliveries and potential price adjustments for consignors and buyers.
Auctioneers Edward Weaver and Coy report 376 fat cattle and 270 store cattle sold at Forbes fortnightly market on Tuesday June 18. Buyers from Sydney Grange and Parkes attended with Darochalgie Meatworks and local butchers. only three wagons available kept value 18 to 20 dearer. Store section held about 770 head amid weak competition and lower prices. dairy cattle, calves and heifers sold at reduced rates.
Crop prospects in Forsbes section show grave concern due to scant fall rain since April. Early Wednesday light showers offer hope but farmers recall 1912 floods and note limited yields. locals cite high per acre wheat and hay figures from nearby farms amid uncertain irrigation.
A letter from J Hubbard questions ALP motives in resisting land allocations and criticizes allied groups for politicizing non political organisations. He alleges selective attacks by anti Labor factions over health boards and water supply while defending current policy decisions near Orange. He also notes concerns about former Nasi interests and immigration politics.
Alec Gordon Kendwil a retired soldier applied for possession of premises owned by Norman Hooger alleging they were about to become unoccupied. Mrs Palmer supported the application. the owner’s representative disputed imminent vacancy and the court noted action depended on conditions at the time of the application. The case was withdrawn with Palmer’s consent.
Fragmentary auction notice reports valuable goods and various lots sold at high prices. Bidding exceeded limits with many items selling above expectations though many details are unreadable.
John Howse born in Orange 32 years ago is endorsed as Liberal candidate for Calare. A former member of the House from 1901 to 1919, he studied housing labor and welfare in Australia Britain and the United States. He served in the Royal Navy during the war and engaged in minesweeping operations before demobilisation. He returns to Orange with his wife and a desire to render further public service.
Railway notice reports Forbes to Sydney imine schedule items with no cure information. Station master Mr J Dengate stated yesterday that details remain unsettled and operations may shift pending further guidance.
A reader reports on Wangarrie Sawmills workers in the Orange region. Betty Lane describes four years on the job as a fruit maker and hammering nails while joyfully noting progress and skill. Lola and Mrs Ted are also mentioned as skilled operators in the same mill.
The Licensing Court renewed several hotel licenses without opposition including Victoria Hotel and Royal Hotel. A meals issue arose with Post Office Hotel as to provide meals to travelers. Sergeant Sullivan urged future meals for both travelers and locals, and the renewal was granted. A note on the Vandenberg Hotel cited extensive renovations and a reporting request on extensions for four-ward meals.
A poorly attended meeting of the Parenia and Cilieen Amedhalion group discussed finance with a treasurer’s report showing £1007 15/1. Correspondence from Forbes Rarer Counc urged collaboration with state operations, and Albury Pond requested support for supplying free textbooks. Miss Fr Howe suggested minor expenses for the next pageant. Committee chair noted forthcoming details and the lighting issue prompted seeking attention from the Education Department for inadequate lighting.
An old advertisement fragment hints at racing dates for 1946 and mentions fabric and apparel items. The text is fragmentary but indicates products like wool threads and wearable items tied to event planning. No clear names, places, or organizers are identifiable.
A broadcast by Mr. A Martin of the Western Districts at Parkes urged railway workers to consider long term service in the railways. He cited shortages of rolling stock, trucks, and wagon replacements, plus manpower strains from demobilisation, and urged young men to join rail service for stability and national duty.
Leslie Bede Craig faced a police court yesterday on a charge of using insulting words on June 11. After evidence, the magistrate found him guilty and fined four days hard labor, with days to pay the fine.
Albert Ajlen, previously fined for drunkenness and indecent behavior at Porches Police Court, appeared again for four drunkenness charges. With numerous prior convictions, the P.M. warned Ajlen that a future appearance could lead to an 12 month bond, and imposed the maximum penalty available on this occasion.
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