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Forbes Advocate

Location

Forbes, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Mar 06, 1929

Page

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Local carnival boosts trade with pool and handicaps

A midweek carnival fundraiser drew crowds to baths and shops, boosting revenue to £600 to date before declining to £110 after two events. Competitors from Parkes and Mantidra participated in open handicap and open scratch races, with prizes and mounted displays attracting families and locals.

Carnival Funda Ahnokorpers Cain la Wibaris Bava Moy Marry Denon Htanford ¢Mantidra King Beato Maniidra Joseelya Rinck Sydney Yuna Mazoudler Parkes Isooe Davies Pancy Drews Purale Baume Manlidra Asleen Inlet Joxcolyne Black Denton Clock Purine Kenniy Cerradone Fyda J. Davies Parkas Ek Stiwoudier Parker Baunve Rtwnford Tiattoon Tae J Dayton Paxton K Masoudiey Parkeay

Teaching Hamlet sparks journalism study at Boston U

Dr G B Franklin, associate professor of English at Boston University College of Business Administration, proposes Hamlet as human interest material for newsroom writing. He guides students in four‑hour Shakespeare journalism drills, staging mock assignments and headlines to explore press coverage.

G. Branklin College of Business Administration Boston University Hamlet Claudian King Muindet Tu Flor

Pound Closure Debate Prompts Council Action on Detention

At a special meeting the Ferbex Council voted to clone the local pound within a month from next Friday and press the Minister for Local Government to amend the Act. The discussion covered temporary detention powers, funding, responsibilities of the pound keeper, and potential costs shared with the local Board. Officers and Aldermen expressed concern over feeding duties and the impact on debt, with the Mayor and Ald. Butler stressing the need for clear arrangements and ministerial guidance.

Ferbex Council HL Wa Tabor Powalbie Mt Te Muster Wi WDM P.P. Boar Heer Pwd Salmale Guam Dir. Low Arlene Ald Keane Aly Crusty Tx Umtoy

Unclear text on royal succession and domestic affairs

Fragmentary notes discuss King William and the Prince of Wales with mentions of Hamlet ghost and Norway war rumors. It hints at an inaugural address and foreign policy, plus lectures on classics and journalism studies. Uncertain names and dates limit clarity.

Mapant Prince of Wales Hamlet Marrien Framivt Norway Hamiat Arilat Opialle Salles Omoe

Davidaan Stars in Shameld Shield Tie with South Australia

Davidaan, a cricket star for N.8.W., impressed in the Shameld Shield match against South Australia by taking two catches and making three stumpings. He further showed form in Heat Upings, with 70 odd runs for Mosman in the early rounds, highlighting a strong all round display amid holiday fixtures.

Davidaan N.8.w South Australia Uwings Davignan Dis Dwyer Forbes Ecor Mosman

Controversy Over Council Pound Demolition Plans

The council debates the destruction of humane pounds and the treatment of animals in town. Aldermen clash over proposed actions and amendments under new act provisions. Town divisions surface as votes shift on closures and policy.

Sex Interest Exploited Says Bathurst Bishop at All Saints

The Right Reverend De Crotty, Bishop of Bathurst, urged caution among youths at All Saints Cathedral. He warned that moral strain from expanded freedoms could erode virtue, urging parents and communities to guide young people toward responsible, spiritual leadership rather than permissiveness.

Bathurst Weauenday de. Crotty All Saints

Forbes Links Up With Acra Club Proposal Meeting

A Monday night meeting in the Council Chambers convened by the Mayor discussed forming a Forbes section of the Central Western Aero Club. Alderman Byrne praised the gathering and urged support for establishing the club unit with conditions. G. Rath and M. Gabill moved to formalize the Forbes section and elect officers, anticipating federal aid for hangars and equipment while aligning with the Centre Western Aero Club's framework.

Forbes Central AC Gounalt Chambers Maar. M. Gablll G. Rath Central Western Aero Club R H. Byrne Tiyrnes Auatralla Ani Lehmen Parkan Parbox Orga Ynation Cie Wouters Club

Poll results announced for Forbes committee selection

The listing shows candidates and vote tallies for the Forbes PA and H committee election. Names include GRIFFITH, ALLABON, MINTER, BRAGROVE, DURN, GWEENEY, GWONNRY, THOMAS, AUSTEN, BABSETT, MEAGHER, THORNTON, MACAULEY, TICKER, BLACK, WOODE, WILSON, MAWBTHORNE, ABERT, McDOUGALL, HUMPHREY, cox, and ALLEN. The retiring committee member denoted. Also notes Pit-Chane Printing sale at The Adver.

Braaie Forbes PA Votan Thane Amy Two Nora G. Minter Bragrove Em. Durn Gweeney Ue Gwonnry Thomas MI Austen Babsett Meagher Thornton A. Macauley Ui AW M. Black Woode Wilson al Abert Ah McDouoall Ac Allen Humprey Cox SMT

Fragmented Historical Election Notes

The readable text suggests a list of executive names following a vote or meeting. Likely mentions include Gibson, Rath, Cab, and Henry with roles implied. The fragmentary source hints at an executive slate and a forthcoming meeting or visitation.

Boxing bout for Fidel Le Barbs under contract

An American boxer Fidel Le Barbs, imported under contract to Bieivma Ltd, is to be secured by an executive committee. The event is to be held April 10 at 7 pm in the Council Chamber. Parkes residents urged to support Porbas district project while waste engine oil concerns arise at Ath's Garage.

Wie Billy Grime Boxing Bremotere Fidel le Barbs Wh Wan Bieivma, Ltd Pumas Avenue Oraanigine A Mundy Ancharane Areunlelne Chan UY Hn Cownel Chamber Amd Awelin

Land ballot targets blocks on Forbes Common survey

A lengthy ballot conducted by the Inca Land Board yesterday listed multiple applicants for blocks constituting a portion of Forbes Common. The record enumerates numerous voters and candidates with varied tallies, indicating a broad participation in the land allotment process.

Inca Land Board Forbes Mesure Wray P O'Connor TJ. Stawford T Woode Bimwa Peter Bucktey AG. Willin Dutler A. Wheatlay WR Kowhloe Tod W. Robb Tl Nouwen Bebnnon F McLaughlin WN Dunn Ae TU L Turton Pritehaed Amey Biwith Kory Parsone CF Butier PD. Ghyun Dom McMahon Rourke Debeatam Webb Mathie O'Connor Cop Nelleon Gi. M Grimes Bam Pett Dentin AE MuSfoom Saleh Vowna Bok Bamith Tye Wataon Parker MR Stutler A.J Suge Willink We Craton HO JR Fullaran Amuys

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