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Forbes Advocate

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Forbes, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Mar 09, 1937

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Visiting Optician Mr Doctor J Bond to Visit Forbes

Visiting optician Dr J Bond formerly of London will visit Forbes on Thursday March 4 for appointments. Arrangements can be made at Knapton's Pharmacy, with rooms at the Vandenberg Hotel.

DR. J. Bond Flo London Forbes Knapton’s Vandenberg Hotel H. A. Barraclough, Ltd George Street Sydney Vandenberg M. M. Stephenson A.bee

Far West Children Benefit Concert in Forbes Town Hall

An upcoming Far West Children’s Health Scheme concert at Forbes Town Hall next Saturday features Mise Niktesy Marley and Miss Myra, with baritone and comic turns by Well Knew de ile Weed, Mr Ned Antor, and others. Admission prices are 3 and 2 shillings with booking at Citimeted’s new venue.

Forbes Town Hall Ald Far West Children's Health Scheme Marley Ewart Mont Plese de Ile Myra Buld Hynes Ned Comediat Acta Citimeted

Town road roller cleanliness sparks municipal debate

Forbes Municipal Council discussion centers on the Fowler road roller and the need for better maintenance. Wir Connie notes the untidy, dilapidated appearance as a poor advertisement for the town. The driver’s cleaning time is debated while officials promise improved upkeep and new tubes for the No 1 Babcock ballet at the sanitary depot.

Conte Stephens AM. Byrnes Byrnes

Intersection collision at Wombat and Qaford Streets report

A two vehicle crash occurred at the Wombat and Qaford Street intersection on Saturday night. Frank Carey of Bedgera’s ailing vehicle and Horrie Girdham’s sedan exchanged damage with light injuries and bruises reported. Pooley Bridge extended a long-odds win in Flemington’s Australian Cup, defeating Gold Tod by a length.

Tle Wombat Qaford Wombat Street Mr. Girdham Moudgumrde Doorey Mutable Pooley Bridge Buf Flemington Pamelue Tocke Gold Tod

Closing of Spring Street at Twogood's Corner

A council report discusses closing Spring Street between Lachlan and Hankin Streets, its 60 foot length and impact on traffic flow. It weighs benefits to Hankin Street residents against reduced access, proposes realigning Lachlan Street frontage, and considers costs, land acquisitions, and public works. The motion to drop action is debated, with engineers supporting limited closure for traffic visibility and safety.

Mir Steg Bee Spring Street Betwen Lachlan Hankin Street Hankin and Lachlan Premsea Commercial Banking Lo of Sydney, Ltd Spring Stren Rankin Street Clos Gocefis Terplar Raniein Trae Hankin Lachlnf Joof Brone Lachlan Street Section 62 Bank Aoki Street Secthon Lachsan Streets Hugitiews Rankin and Lachlan Street Spring Streats Rankin and Lachlan Streets Lande Department

Commonwealth Referendum Rejects Marketing Plan and Aviation Vote

The Commonwealth rejected the marketing plan and the aviation proposal in a special referendum held last Saturday. All states voted No on marketing while aviation saw large Yes votes in Victoria and Queensland, but four states overall blocked the amendment as required. Prime Minister warned of a grave mistake and a potential period of chaos without national powers to regulate marketing.

Commonwealth Victoria Queensland Kovermnicn Mmr Keeling N.S. W Cowper Richmond Forbes Furbet Ofer Gruel Entewa Detalia HK. Ford Jane Ae Chir Liyang Australia

Vacancies at Forbea High School Dreammaking Club

Mins Boon in the wings of the Technical Education Department reports openings for several students in the class at Forbea Intermediate High School. He can be seen at the school each Thursday between 9 am and 4 pm.

Mins Boon Technical Education Department Forbea Intermediate High School Sehool

Car Service Proposal Before Munisipal Council

Mr Ramil Clifton of Forbes sought Council support for reestablishing his car service between Forbes and Sydney via Burren and Citdad. He argued it would benefit day travelers and save time, contrasting with railway options. The motion to back the proposal was seconded and approved by the Mayor and Aldermen.

Ramil Clifton Forbes Munisips Council Clifton BuRowre Citdad Ald Hancock Nod Emrriedd

Public Meeting Sets Six Topics for Discussion Tonight

The Forbes public meeting called by Mayor and Alderman Ford will cover river fishing restrictions, netting bans near Forbes and Condobolin, and the impact on Murray Cod and other Inland species. Other items include Ambulance service, an Aero club, Anzac Day plans, King George VI coronation, and Australia Day anniversary delegates. The event aims for a large public turnout at the Council Chambers.

Ald. Ford Thin Fequest I Tition “Society Thomeon Meagher Forbes George VI Central Western Committee Australia Cmy Countel Chambers

Clubs seek joint cricket ground deal with council

Forbes Football Club and Marist Brothers Old Boys seek Thursday night council approval for cricket ground use next season. The Marist Club offers to pay three charges in advance, while Forbes requests last season rate of £20, with £16 arrears noted. Council invites the two clubs to confer and submit a joint bid. tendering may follow if they fail to agree.

Forbes Marist Brothers’ Old Boye Marist Brothere’ Club Forbes Club Ald Grimahew Marini Brothers Thompson Gritchew Wee

Arthur Pitches Fined For Drunkenness At Police Court

At the local police court yesterday morning Arthur Pitches was fined four shillings sixpence or the rising for being drunk. J W McMahon, who did not appear on a similar charge, had his bail of ten shillings forfeited.

Arthur Pitches J. W. McMahon

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