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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 05, 1937
Page
1
A reader shares a personal experience with Kruschen Salts for arthritis. After three months, severe shoulder pain and inability to lie on the right side improved, allowing renewed arm use. The letter notes the remedy is pleasant to take and urges others with rheumatic complaints to try Kruschen.
G W Lee, herbalist of Devonport or Ensi Lake, plans a March appearance at a local motel. Testimonial notes years of somatanne relief after months of treatment. Location mentions 110 Florence Avenues and Mascot.
At the annual Forbes FA and HM Association meeting President H Griffith noted a December 19 conference of Show Society delegates from the Central Western group to discuss a Central Western Show of Parkes for Australia’s 150th anniversary celebrations next year. A combined show during February would showcase exhibits from the group with overseas potential, funding from profits to charity, and possible railway transport concessions. Forbes Co-operative to cooperate by sending a district exhibit to promote local fertility and regional production.
At a Returned sub-branch meeting the disposal of three North Hill lots bequeathed to the branch was discussed. Secretary Crane to query the Repatriation Department. A reply said the authorities object only if old local committee approval is not obtained. Ballot decides which ex servicemen may take over plots with War Service Home Commission aid discussed.
Forbes 2718 acres 83 perches property offered by public auction at the Country Women's Rent Rooms Forbes.Edward Weaver & Co and United Property Agents of N.S.W. Lil conducted. Bidding opened at figures per acre and rose to 6 pounds 1 shilling per acre but failed to meet the reserve of 25 pounds 12 shillings 5 pence per acre. property passed in and now may be offered privately.
England loses by an innings and 200 runs in the fifth Test at Melbourne. Fleetwood-Smith's fast bowling helps Australia seal the win after England faltered on a rain-tinged morning. BILL O'REILLY takes eight wickets for 109 runs, delivering a dominant performance. Attendance figures show heavy crowds across the four days.
A married woman Mrs George Rolfe mother of three is reported poisoned and injured at Lachlan Street. She was found at her mother Mire Reynolda and rushed to Forbes District Hospital. Doctors say burns to lips and throat are severe but recovery expected.
Terence Gregory McFarland died at 1040 on Tuesday at the home of Nia aon James in Bathurst. A miner in his youth at Peak Hill he was the oldest member of the Manchester Unity Order of Oddfellows there. He later worked at a store in South Forbes with his son Roy, moved among Cowra Bathurst and Forbes, visiting Forbes three weeks ago. Predeceased by his wife in 1925 he leaves four sons and one daughter Mrs Om Heinke Wellington Willem Cowray James Roy Bathurst and Thomas Forbes. A Bathurst firm brought the hearse to Forbes for burial in the local Catholic cemetery. Rev. Dean Brennan officiated.
Malcolm Lamb, son of Mr and Mrs D D Lamb of Wombat Street, fractured his elbow while playing with a friend last Friday. He fell forward onto his left hand, causing a splintered elbow joint. Medical aid was sought and Mrs Lamb took him to Sydney for treatment.
A Caragabal East subdivision of Garagabal station into eleven blocks was sold by public auction attracting about 150 people. Blocks ranged from 52 to 1070 acres with prices up to £4 12s per acre. Buyers included Mr Beddye of Blayney Mr TA Flokd Mr Paton of Ardletham Haneldene Ltd and A J Taylor among others.
Parkes J C summer meeting opens with depleted fields and race abandonment. Second day also lacks runners in the main events. several handicaps list winners and times with Plate-style results and odds. Notable performances include Master Lachlap, Queen of Fashion, Pasquinade, Orme Queen, and Walter Handicap outcomes amid a troubled meet.
At a well attended Forbes H G gathering on Wednesday evening the Old Students Union was proposed to reunite former students and current affiliates. Membership set at 3/6 per annum with officers elected including Patroon Megara HO Elliott N McL A y and others. A meeting on 19th met will decide rules and year programme. planned monthly dances, an annual dinner and ball with several clubs receiving consideration.
At Forbes Private Hospital a week after childbirth a patient with hemorrhage was saved by blood transfusion after about 30 volunteers donated blood. Pathologist Dr Dawes from Orange oversaw the transfusion begun around 1 am and the patient began recovering. District Hospital officials say portable transfusion equipment exists locally and suitable blood was selected for the procedure.
Two young men Frank Cou aged 18 and George Wm Cowell aged 24 faced Mr Ryan PoM at Forbes Police Court on Tuesday for trespassing on railway property. Both pleaded guilty with details of camping on the line and Cowell being removed from a cheap van. Cou was fined by the court and Cowell ordered to pay a sum with a default one day’s hard labor.
A society of model engineers formed after a meeting at Mr E C Dearman’s residence. Fourteen enthusiasts from Parkes and nearby towns showcased locomotive models and ship and engine parts. First officers were elected, annual fees set, and monthly meetings planned at Parkes venues with invitations extended to interested modellers.
Forbes Market reports a Special Sale on Tuesday March 2 with about 5000 sheep, including 1,800 fat stock and braced competition. Prices were generally 1s lower than the last sale. store stock sold poorly. Vendors included A J Stitt, J R Hodge, W Noble, and others. next sale set for Tuesday March 9.
A benefit dance held February 23 at the Town Hall organized by Mr. J. Z. Turner raised 33 pounds 16 shillings 8 pence for the widow and family of the late Mr. W Read. Receipts totaled 49 pounds 16 shillings 4 pence with 10 pounds 10 shillings at the door and 21 pounds 4 shillings from ticket sales. Cash donations and drinks sales contributed remaining funds. expenses totaled 5 pounds 1 shilling 0 pence. A balance sheet is available at the office for inspection.
The Ib-yeareoht boy charged at Forbes Children's Court with using a motor car obtained from Burwood was before Mr Eyan P.M. at Forbes on Tuesday and ordered back to the Gosford Boys' Home from which he escaped about a month ago.
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