Obituary Arthur Joseph Patterson Pioneer of Forbes District
Arthur Joseph Patterson aged 77 died Saturday morning after an illness in Forbes District Hospital. A member of a renowned Forbes pioneering family, he was born on Farrand Street Forbes and spent his early years there before moving to Cowm and later returning to work with Ruth, appointer and signwriter. He helped win a gold medal prize for a sulky at the Royal Foster Show in 111, praised for his paint work. He retired years ago but stayed active and engaged in craft. He leaves a wife ten years, a Forbes son Alban, three brothers and two sisters. Funeral conducted by Rev. S H Parsons at the Presbyterian Church, with cortege to Forbes Presbyterian cemetery.
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Antines
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Forbes District
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Forbes
Hutt
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Frank Gaggin
Fim
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Alban
Mesars Willam
Syidney
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Mire
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H Parsons
Presbyterian Church
Forbes Cemetery
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AG. Jones
Board Elections Set For April Seventh
A forthcoming election date was finalized to be held on April 7 with the electoral roll closing on March 7 and nominations due by March 10.
Damages Awarded in Pedestrian Collision Lawsuit
A Supreme Court jury awarded Albert John Nelson 1500 pounds against Br. David Leslie Howell for injuries from being struck at a pedestrian crossing near Sturmer station in June. Nelson claimed 6000 pounds alleging Howell drove negligently. Howell denied liability.
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South Strathfeld
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Croydon
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Group XI Annual Meeting Names Re-elected Officers
The Group XI Rugby League annual meeting at Peak Hill re-elected retiring officers Messia B Campbell J Harteher and E Tebbutt with Fitzgerald Parkes as assistant secretary Phegan Forbes elected to judiciary committee Mir Martin to referees board and Forbes mayor Ald P Conridge named patron. A full report of the proceedings will appear next week.
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Forbes
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Peak Bi
Fitzgerald Parkes
Phegan
Mir Martin
Ald
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Lemue
Orange dog meeting fizzles after picket clash
A Porben man attending a Saturday night meeting in Wade Park faced warnings against unleashing his dogs. He ignored the caution and trouble arose as picketers confronted him, leading to a tense scene at the Orange event.
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State Wards at Carrowobbity
The Child Welfare Department occupies Carrowobbity homestead to care for about 30 underprivileged Australian youths. Manager Mr HR Lelvestey says four boys are already in care and more will join until they are 16, with schooling arranged at Carmenhuen and future agricultural work planned.
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Child endowment benefits and unemployment figures in Australia
A report shows over half a million in child endowment benefits paid in the first 12 months for more than a million children. The Social Services Department issued 10,000 internee allowances and unemployment benefits totaled 38 million dollars. Queensland recorded the highest unemployment with nearly 3000, while Tasmania had the lowest with 17.
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Social Services Department
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Man Burned in Motorcycle Engine Accident
A man suffered severe burns and shock after his clothes caught fire while repairing a motorcycle engine at Wheat Wyeadory on Wednesday. He was admitted to the District Hospital in serious condition. a younger brother raised the alarm and ambulance crews were summoned.
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Gas Supply Failure Claimed Manager Absence Cited
The Forbes gas supply disruption on Saturday arose from multiple factors including the manager's 24 hour leave, McDougall leaving early, and inexperienced staff running the plant. The incident caused extensive delays, required emergency venting, and highlighted chronic low coal stocks and logistical inefficiencies at the gasworks.
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Forbes C W A Meeting Minutes Reflect Social Plans
Minutes from Forbes CWA detail social and organizing plans for the year. Notes include postponement of floor shows, a May 27 date, a supper arrangement to be finalized, and a proposed trip for about fourteen members with dates in April. A special children’s film screening is arranged by Western Cinemas for Saturdays with educational content and half price admission.
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Buster Gammie
Mos Anderson
Indy
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Cemetery Fence Fund Donations Listed
Donations total from multiple supporters for a cemetery fence fund include Morris Breas A J Willis H A Bowler A Girdhum E E Cowell Onnsted Family A M Tilden J R Bartom S W Nicholls Mr and Mrs Hucknon Mrs P Prior J Huckel and others with varied amounts noted.
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Notice Sew Blacksmith Shop Opens on Junction Street
A new blacksmith shop has just opened at Junction Street serving all bars of work under J Hocking and J Moore with four workers.
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For Sale or Exchange Notice From Sydney Portes Client
For sale or exchange a brick veneer home prepared to buy or exchange. Details and further particulars available on inquiry.
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Australian Wool Brokers FORBES FOR SALE FARMLET
For sale farmlet handy Forbes Zperes and WH dwelling in fair state of rennin acres cultivated. Price 425. For further particulars apply.
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Child Welfare Department Roles and Pay Details
The notice lists positions at Carrawobbity Forbes including an Assistant Matron and Outdoor Attendant with salaries from £338 to £413 per annum. Duties cover general care of children, boiler tending, garden care, rounds, and other duties. Cook position pays £266 per annum with female designation. Quarters offered at £71 19s 1d.
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Wanted Immediately Canteen Operator at Forbes Works
Personnel notice seeks a manager to operate a canteen for employees at Forbes Works Daroobalgie. Mr J Bono of PLC London will visit Forbes on Tuesday March 1 for appointments. Applications may be made at Mullen's Pharmacy Consulting Rooms Vandenberg Hotel.
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Forbes
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