FOR BASE Farm Advertisements and Memorial Notices
An auctionish coal of farm gear offers a McKay Disc Plough One Ton Platform Waggon One Tip-Drag Three Spring Cart Second-hand Harness for Sulkies Carts Drays Wagons and a second-hand Ford Car and Ford Truck Also lengthy memorial notices for Henry Medlyn Ernest Stanley Smith and a few church and missionary service notices with dates and times plus classified items like potatoes price lists and railway orders, plus local business references and a curing notice for bacon orders.
Forbes Golf Club meeting and town affairs notes
The Forbes Golf Club ladies meet in the Council Chamber at 4 p.m. Monday to discuss this year’s proposed golf tall. The Town Improvement Committee held a meeting last Monday. no notice was sent to The Forbes Advocate, causing no report in Tuesday’s issue. Other items include a charity ad about Dr Hall’s lost wheel, Quandialla Public School’s new building status, a Town Hall concert preview, hospital finances showing a credit balance, and a note that national advertising revenue rose in 1938.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Golf Club
the Forbes Golf Club
Dr. Hall
Forbes
Parkes
Hope
Forbes Advocate
Tenders Accepted and Fisher News from Forbes District
Tenders accepted by the District Hospital committee include AL d Meagher & Co for meat WF J Webb for bread KR W Turner & Son funeral goods T Penaley and monlk Wheatley & Layn Fox skins noted as valuable. A decoy whistle to draw foxes publicized in Forbes week. a hunt found no foxes. A fisherman named Appellin caught a cod over 70 pounds dressed to 4 pounds. caught two miles below Buabalong. Transfer to Lake Cargelligo freezing works at 10d per lb. value estimated around £31,144.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gage Giroceries
AL d Meagher & Co
WF. J. Webb
KR. W. Turner & Son
Funeraln
T. Penaley
Monlk
Wheatley & Layn
Ringe
Forbes
Appellin
Buabalong
Lake Cargelligo
Advertising for Bays Promotes Lachisader Town Image
Forbes notes a live Chamber of Commerce led by Mr J DX Low in Merling plans a SUKKESSON advertising drive. Printed leaflets will recount the town’s history and show photos of notable buildings and beauty spots, to be distributed by a local firm to their contacts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bays
Forbes
Merling
J. DX Low
Visitor’s Appreciation From a Well-Traveled Pastor
Allan, a long-time visitor who has traveled across Queensland, South Australia, Victoria, and New South Wales, spoke warmly after a service at the local Methodist Church. He praised the church interior, choir, pulpit, and platform, noting the pew carpet and overall decor with heartfelt affection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beter
AL Allan
Queensland
South Australia
Victoria
N.S.W
Three signboards and river fishing limits noted
The Duroobalgie Agricultural Bureau plans another signboard on Donaghey Hill. A sub committee of Bickerstaff, Allison, and Brown will oversee. Also a fishing closure on the Lachlan River spans several dates and areas near Forbes, with limited gear allowed. Shire rates: a government reply clarifies Crown tenant liability and possible refunds for Mr Wood.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Duroobalgie Agricultural Bureau
Donaghey's Hill
Allison
Messrs. Bickerstaff
Brown
EC. Best
M.la
Department of Lands
W. H. Wood
Grawlitt Siding
Forbes
Wood
Our Butter Factory Proposal Moves Forward
W H O Malley Wood, commissioner of the State Savings and Rural Banks, visited Forbes and said his bank would financially assist a cooperative butter factory and creamery. Local dairy farmers are urged to show support to turn the plan into reality. Mr Clarrie Brooke handled details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bir
W. H. O'Malley Wood
State Savings and Rural Banks
Forbes
Clarrie Brooke
Notable local figures and obituaries in Nyuyen area
Personal visits note Miss Bath Lovett of Nyuyen visiting sister Mrs McLean. Hospital holds J F Lannen, M R Strickland, D Brown. W Spencer treated for injured foot. Death of Joseph Emile Doris at Brentwood Private Hospital aged 63, funeral led by Rev Meagher in Catholic cemetery. Antifaced Brigade lore recalled with Ceci Healy winning a tender and ties to Forbes men Mitchell Brownhill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bath Lovett
Nyuyen
McLean
F.C. Taylor
Sydney
Joseph Emile Doris
Brentwood
Mr. Doris
Father Meagher
T Peasley
Domain
Ceci Healy
Messie
J A
Sydney Anthraooh Brigade
Obituary Rosina Ison of North Dubbo Passes Quietly
Rosina Ison aged 81 died at home in Bourke Street North Dubbo after a period of illness. Born in Cornwall in 1648 she came to Australia at age three with her parents and later married in Bathurst before moving to the Dubbo district. She is survived by four daughters and four sons, with 4 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon in Dubbo.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bourke Street
North
Dubbo
Rosina Ison
A. Ison
Cornwell
Australia
W. Northey
Palive
Middlesex
Bathurst
F. Gilbert
North Dubbo
J. T. Wheeler
Balgowlah
Manly
W. C. Baker
Mra. T. A. McGuinness
William James
Glen Alice
Peak Hii
Thomas Henry
Troy
Alfred John
Arthur Isasc
Forbes
Mra. M. J. Baker
Racing figures clash over Ashbury Handicap ruling
The Forbes Advocate reports Tom Morgan and Jack Leech blaming jockey Higgins and others after a twelve month disqualification linked to the Ashbury Handicap. Morgan defends his and Kelly Leech's actions while insisting no conspiracy involved and noting small personal bets on Songift.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forbes Advocate
Sowell
Ashbury
Tom Morgan
Sydney
Mr. Morgan
Kelly
Leech
Songift
Lerch
Jack Leech
Higgins
Death of local boy James Le Brocque due to haemophilia
James Charles Le Brocque, 11, died yesterday after a minor facial knock led to fatal internal bleeding from haemophilia. Doctors note the disease is hereditary and often bleeds with slight trauma. funeral set for 4 pm at Forbes Catholic Cemetery with Father Meagher officiating.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jim le Brocque
James Charles le Brocque
Forbes
Father Meagher
Peasley
Alleged Wheat Stealing Case Remanded In Forbes Court
John Thomas Johnson appeared before Mr T UG Fhyon at the Police Court to answer four fresh charges. Forge a railway consignment note to defraud. Uttering a cheque for £101 8 9. Stealing 150 bags of wheat from Frank Harris & Co valued at £101 8 9. Possessing 15 bags of wheat reasonably suspected stolen. Sere Hinchey for the defence asked for remand. bail fixed at £40 with two sureties of £20 each.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Williams
T. C. Flynn
J.P
Pearl Byrnes
Hinchey
Forbes
Williama
Flynn
John Thomas Johnson
T. UG. Fhyon
O.P
Frank Harris & Co
Forbeson
Ball
Jubilee scheme advances at St Andrew’s church renovation
Renovations progress with exterior manse painting completed and church roof shingles replaced by blue-black fibro slates. Pulpit and interior decorations planned to crown the Jubilee effort. £122 has been subscribed. £70 or £40 more needed. Rev A G Craikobank hopes donations cover full cost debt-free. Services resume in the church next Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Andrew's
A. GF. Craik Obank
Strand Theatre Opens With Star Power and Gala Programme
The New Strand Theatre, completed, to be opened by Mayor Alderman A B Twogood on Monday night January 27. Wallace Beery stars in Behind the Pront with Sea Horses as the supporting feature. An eight piece orchestra will perform throughout the evening and patrons receive a special theatre programme as a memento. The interior and seating are described as exceptionally fine with tasteful appointments.
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Strand Theatre
Ald
A. B. Twogood
Paramount Pictures
Screen Entertainment
Wallace Beery
Prince Edward
Sydney
Sea Horses
Jack Holt
Reg
Grinsted
Strand
Agricultural Bureau Conference Plans Forbes Visit
At a Carvob gigio Agricultural Bureau meeting Mr L Rickerstaf urged Chamber of Commerce oversight for the Western District Annual Conference to be held in Forbes next year. Delegates from the West would visit and require entertainment and local showings. A A Maya pledged to present the matter to the Chamber, aiming to showcase Forbes and secure cooperative support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carvobgigio Agricultural Bureau
L. Rickerstaf
Chamber of Commerce
Menton
Forbes
Chamber
A. A. Maya
Chain of Commerce
Historical Pageant At Town Hall Draws Great Crowd
The Historic Pageant featured multiple year themes with elaborate costumes and a packed Town Hall. Notable sets included Ivanhoe and Elizabethan Puritans, with many named participants and sponsors such as Old Students Union and Parents and Citizens Association guiding arrangements.
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Jean Stewart
Violet Constable
Linda Cobley
Rowena
Hazel Woods
Ros Goggin
Allele
Robin
Lalels
Colin McMurray
Stuart King
Belay Trotwood
Jean Smith
I Iia Withers
Jean Clancy
Elsie Smith
Ada Boreham
Bernice McCregor
Cupid
Jean McColl
Hortense Villotet
Rosebud
Joyce Reynolds
Spider
Elva Chisholm
Carlton Wille
Beryl Fry
Butterfly
Joan Hoberts
Nelson
Marjorie Nelain
Old Students' Union
Ohw Guinea
Meagher & Co
Old Students Union
Manson & Co
Queen of Beauly
A. H. Williams & Co
John Bull
Bercy West
Me. A.D. H. Nelson
WV. Allen
Colon
Parents and Citizens’ Association
Placellent
PLA. & H. Association
Forbes to meet Weel Wyalong for Tinmen Cup
Forbes aims to reclaim the Tinmen Cup as they travel to Weel Wyalong for a weekend match. The Forbes squad includes a mix of backs halves and forwards with key players listed and selections still to be finalized. Secretary Jim White invites supporters traveling by car to contact Tina’s Hotel for seats and travel plans.
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Forbes
Weel Wyalong
Wyilogig
Hacon
Follow Inc
Bablow
A. Perry
la Hrocque
HR. West
T Egan
J. Green
Mve Vlghth
R. Penny
Halt
Po McCormack
F. Broad
V. Boultwood
W. Phillips
J. Corbett
FE. Glennie
A. Elbourne
A. Dean
B. Cavin
Jim White
Seta
White
Tina
West Wyalong
Wyalong
Mobiloil Introduces New Gallon Drum with Quick-Draw Faucet
Vacuum Oil Company Pty Ltd launches a new gallon Mobiloil drum featuring a fast, effortless faucet for easy extraction. Geared toward farmers with automatic equipment like motor trucks tractors or cars, the design promises economy and genuine Mobiloil at a reasonable price. Supplies expected from local garages and distributors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carly
Oakland
Ted Sullivan
Cross St. Jocal
Cieneral Motors
Chevrolet
Vacuum Oil Company, Pty., Ltd
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F. Rath & Co., Forbes
Medlyn
Littl Henry
le Brocque
J. M. Costello
Ann, Combobolta
Millthorpe
J. West
Mutmthorne
Presbyterian Church
Gunning Blood
N. J. Gibbspice
J. W. Booth
Church OF England
St. John
Holy Communion
Garema
Grove Hie
Frank Weston
F. A. Heinke
Sint
Frank Kevin
Dentmt
Saohien and
Templar
Templar Bi
Messrs. ‘Ginbons A
Clarinda Street
Brolgan
Ashburnham
Brolgan Road
Messrs. Cibbons & CO
Mu. J. Maguire
F. P. Carr
A.M.P. Society
Wroent
Grinsted’s
Jockey Club
Portes
Ob. J. Bono
Orange
Vaendenserg Hotel
Beccay
Smaptones Pharmacy
Hia Inoky
Ton Webb
Autchory
Bullewoo
Mr. Outlaw
Bushranger
Jooda
Chevrolet Cars
Trocka
Quandialla
FC Beet
MELA
Mer W. Davies
C. Wills
United States
Rankin Street
P.O. Box
Lachlan River
Fitzgerald's Bridge
St. Condobolin Road
Wongajong
Goolagong
Oshery
J. F. Lannen
Brentwood” Private Hospital
Crombie” Private Hospital
Marjorie Strickland
Dyason Brown
Bedgerabong
Harry C. Moulder
Country Party
Lachlan
W. Spencer
Folina Igon
Principale
Morgan and
Johnson
Woods
Agricultural Bureau Conference
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