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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 03, 1925
Page
2
In loving remembrance of our darling Peggy five years ago today since our fond little angel passed away. Gone but not forgotten, from her loving mother brothers and father.
Last Thursday Forbes Municipal Council again pushed to hasten the Board of Fire Commissioners in supplying a motor fire engine. An alderman mocked the current fire crew, saying it was ludicrous to see them gallop on foot with a light reel trailing. Firemen reportedly prefer a motor car and would wait if no engine arrives, risking a building burning while they wait.
Health officer Mr Cater urged Rhyl council last Thursday to curb indiscriminate rubbish dumping on vacant town lands. The Dates Bridge tip, partly fenced, had an unfenced opening allowing access. White moved to complete the fencing and the motion was carried.
Forbes features two brick business owners named Arthur in coincidence. Arthur Sam and Arthur Tom run brickyards with excellent bricks. The discussion notes Christian surnames and the odd similarity in industrial naming.
It appears a Sydney cricket team will tour Forbes and Parkes during Easter. The squad is expected to include several Australian Eleven players, bringing top level cricket to residents in these towns.
The selection includes Low Plunket McMurrey Guymard Belmer Dickens Munkoy Nelson jekin Edwards Clemens Flannery Breedbent. Forbes Club wins South Western pennant and Dre Dubbo to face Gartrel Shield holders in Dubbo tests.
The duck open season began Sunday with few parties from Forbes reporting light harvests. Despite modest bags, roast wild duck featured prominently at Forbes tents yesterday, reflecting a season start marked by steady interest.
The Governments savings back of New South Wales shows January deposits of £10,268,090 14 4 and repayments of £9,206,627 14 3. Depositors balances rose by £97,502 1 2 to £133,906 19 10 9. The year ends January with total deposits at £2,742,243, up £115,094.
The Albury Municipal Council moves to prosecute Alderman Wan ing over a letter to the pager disclosing business from a council committee on the dismissal of principal Medric Hnesman. Ordinances cap penalties at £60 for such breaches. Ald Colley claims boycotts followed public disclosure of committee actions.
Parkes plans a big day next Sunday with a strong side including Begbie Bagou Fizelle Beaufort Banwell Ash Davis 4 Martin Kendall Kelrath Arnold 12 P R Martin 19. Forbes opposed by a confident Parkes lineup, outlook strong for a decisive result.
Saturday night next Mr M M Flannery will address a public meeting at the monument in Lachlan Street. He is described as a fine speaker with keen political interests and aims to draw a large audience. Also noted is the Tasmanian bush life story Loowena by George M Barnard in Platypus series, available via local agents or publishers Brice at 2/6.
At the annual meeting last Friday night Mr P H T Bennett was nominated for treasurer after serving as president. He argued the president should not hold the treasurer role, while Mr Freebhalen countered with a quip about a prime minister holding the job. The president responded with a smile noting a difference.
The Forbes Municipal Council authorises a four inch concrete gas main extension to a new residence at Camp Hi. Local manufacture pipes measure 48 lie and are produced by T. and J. Debenham at Lachlan Street works. The piping section uses special gas tight manufacture and requires another process.
The Forks Golf Club holds its annual meeting at Hotel Australia on Monday March 16 with a thriving membership and space for new members. The club faced expenses over £100 and discussed the Western District Association Championship where Forbes golfer Juan Peebo starred, with praise from W.I.G.A. president Mr J Jd. Flannery for the championship’s strong leadership since its inception.
At the Warren Court last week a hotel keeper was fined for a minor offense after evidence showed an apparatus bug on the premises. A search revealed the device, and thePLM imposed a fine under the adage that little faults lead to larger problems.
Since the appointment of Mr W J Green as secretary the Forbes Parents and Citizens Association has revived. A meeting is set for Thursday night at 7pm with hopes for a large attendance as the Chamber of Commerce brings up matters for association notice.
Forbes Municipal Council revived a plan to establish local abattoirs. Alderman Keane urged health officer to finish compiling required information for a council date. Some aldermen doubted success if Carerbalgie works began, prompting a thorough health driven investigation.
Alderman Keane blasted tile aluminium pans sold by canvassers as useless tinware with paint. He argued prices are higher than street stalls and questioned the practice. Police to consider controls as councillors agreed it is a matter for law enforcement.
A Friday night open air event on the Wongajong Public School grounds promises family fun. The Parents Ing Chigeng generation at the centre organizes dancing and entertainments for all attendees.
Mrs. Phil Hlolger reports securing Jimmy Bryant as manager and chief mechanic for her late husband’s business. Bryant, a respected motor engineer with long experience, will head Holyer’s Garage, expected to raise the shop’s standing in motoring circles.
The Forbes Town Band will perform a collection of popular tunes at Victoria Park this evening if weather permits. The event promises a varied program and is open to the public for an informal outdoor concert.
Three fire alarms rang over the weekend. A pile of rubbish near the old brewery on Dowing Street sparked Saturday night flames. Sunday morning sleep was disrupted by a 7 p.m. alarm that lingered long after firefighters arrived. A third blaze occurred around midnight Sunday at the back of Mosara T and J Debentans premises, destroying a building with negligible overall loss.
Mr Reg Grinsted works with Arthur Matley to arrange a Forbes Cup visit from Sydney. A representative team from Forbes and possibly Australian Eleven players may tour Parkes Friday to Monday. Costs must be defrayed. local supporters urged to provide cash guarantees to cover gate expenses. Parkes pushes for the visit with enthusiasm.
Mr Wm Roberts of Forbes lands a telegram about a wireless receiving fete. Austen and Prather advertise three valve wireless sets unassembled for 10 guineas and four valve sets with full instructions from 11 shillings. Austen and Wooley sell men’s boots and Miss Bathgate offers hair accessories and Dutch aprons and house frocks.
Sydney reports the Davis Cup team is Anderson as captain with Patternen and Hawke. A fourth candidate, Hone of South Australia, was rejected on cost grounds. The team departs June 4 by the Niagara, about a month later than usual.
In Sydney a 14 year old boy was invited by a degenerate ruffian for a train ride to Flemington where he tried to lure him into a plan described as making a rabbit trapper of him. The boy cried for help, a bystander at the saleyards intervened, and the offender fled into the darkness. The boy was taken home to Canterbury and recounted a remarkable story of freedom in the bush.
Shipping disruption recurs as the Maramo was held up last night. Shortage of men is linked to sympathy with New Zealand strikers, causing delays and concern over deliveries.
A drawn cricket match between Canterbury and Victoria at Wellington. Victoria’s Woodfull scored 211 not out for Victoria in a standout innings, while Canterbury collapsed earlier, leaving the game tied at the end.
Overseas and Continental wheat markets drift steadier in quiet trading. Sydney reports a slight local price lift while general values stay firm. Legers offering 6/2 of conamity alu Lins.
A late betting surge powered Our Privee to a strong plunge of £20,000, with owner taking £15,000 though the horse still finished at long odds. The night saw backing for nearly every other horse except King Pan.
The Fuller administration introduces a bill aimed at reforming prisons and restitution for the Board of Trade through the abetment of experts.
The Methodist Conference has decided to build an up to date theological college on the site of the area of college at Enfield.
The Australian cadets held an audience with the Pope in Italy. He greeted them, praised their smart appearance, and gave a brief address with an Apostolic Benediction.
The Strand Pictures present a busy week of screenings headlined by Douglas McLean in Going Up on Wednesday, with Orange showing the Romma of laughter and The Passionate Adventure featuring Clive Brook and Allee Joyce on Friday. Saturday features Mantrackers and The Bedroom Window, a mix of mystery and comedy, plus a First National Special Tornish and Oh, You Tory with Tom Mix.
In Oairg on a Tuesday, during the murder inquiry into the Sirdar, a brother of Atayat confessed his involvement. The admission follows other leads uncovered in the investigation.
The Inspector's report on Brisbaree gold reef notes 19 men employed and about 700 tons of gold quartz ready for mining. Prospects are boosted by a reef exposed in a shaft sunk 140 feet, with the Bonanza reef located 330 yards northwest of No 2 Bribbaree shaft. A separate ad promotes C Buckland's tailoring and Jadica shoes at McDade's sale beginning tomorrow.
Personal items from Forbes note Ted Chandler an inmate of Dudley Private Hospital with eye injury after a packing needle accident. Mrs Harris returns from Sydney for medical care while Edith Wood awaits appendicitis surgery. Local notables like M. M. Flannery and P. H. T. Bennett feature in civic and club affairs, with weddings planned and residents traveling to Sydney Cremorne and Condobolin on varied pursuits.
A Camp Hill committee meeting presided by Dr Broadbent endorsed Hill Gladys Allstin as candidate and finalized details for a monster fancy fair at the Olympic Theatres on May 14 15 and 16. Reg Grinter appointed collector to receive donations. E A Austen reported many ladies agreed to assist with funds and another meeting was scheduled. Austen and Pratley offer affordable clothes for comfort.
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