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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 11, 1932
Page
4
The Hog an Gate PA and H A Association held a small annual meeting to discuss a central Western district show. Members agreed to proceed cautiously, planning a future exhibition with reduced costs, and to hold elections for a new committee on March 26 to decide if and when the show will be staged.
Thuddungra defeated Berendebba to win the Stag Lager Cup as Hughee and Starr starred with the ball. Berendebba’s innings opened by J Napier and F O Malley faced Hughes and Starr, who bowled tightly and dismissed several top-order batsmen.
Weather report notes a Monday thunderstorm with rain totals from 25 to 50 polote and a Tuesday storm adding 6 points, followed by a second Tuesday night storm totaling 36 polnte. Observed lucerne yields look promising and farmers welcome more rain to begin ploughing operations.
A meeting of the Greenethorpe Football Club reformed the club and elected officers. Secretary Mr BR Elliott, President Mr We Ford, Treasurer Mr We Newton were named. The balance showed no credit. Over 40 members attended. Next meeting set for Wednesday March 16.
Steady rain fell through the night and by 9 am today 42 points were recorded. The conditions promise benefits for farmers as soil warms enough to work and autumn feed may be secured with more rain. A dry storm yesterday caused a tree fire near Forbes, burning about 90 acres of grass. Kugowra junior cricket visited the Strollers for the Brown Cup but had a poor late innings. better luck next time. A few locals plan to travel to Sydney for the Bridge and Entrance.
Bedgerabong triumphed in a Monwonga Cup match at Yarrabandal after bowling the home side out for 41 and replying with 66. C Hodge led Bedgerabong with 28 as E Budge and Buchanan added 20 each, while strong fielding and bowling limited Yarrabandal to a modest total. Notable bowlers included Hodges and Straney with multiple wickets, as the visitors secured a decisive win.
The usta monthly test at the cohoul concluded with results across classes. First class: Lawrence Chew, Jack Eckley, Elsie Morris. Second class: Keith Pett, Tiny Manns, Rita Jordan. Third class: Ula Danvers, Arnold Chew, Max Giblett, Cyril McKay. Fourth class: Rene Lees, Tom Bird, Bell Black. Fifth class: Maureen Hazel, Waldie Carpenter, Mary Bird. Sixth/Seventh class: Garnett Hazel, Ero, Chew, Gloria Kuble.
Enthusiasm builds as boxing fans prepare for a bout between local fighter Reg Willcox and Tiger Fitzpatrick at Bogan Gate. Reports say the verdict of a draw was fair and both men fought well. Willcox is expected to fight Hug Bett of Wellington next Saturday, promising an entertaining matchup.
On Tuesday at Bogan Gate a combined Trundle cricket team faced Bogan Gate for the Times Cup. Bogan Gate won the toss and batted first, posting 24 in ings. Trundle replied with 22 and 40. The hosts won the cup handover after a sporting contest, while the Bogan Gate schoolgirls beat Trundle girls by 39 runs.
A large and representative gathering bade farewell to Mr and Mrs A Christian at the Yarrabandai Memorial Hall on Friday night last. Mr Christian, employed by the railway department, has been transferred to the Orange district. He has long been a devoted worker and leaves behind a wide circle of friends.
Thunder alarms caused heavy panic across the Bland district mid last week. Bland reported a 200 point fall while Berendebba dropped 150 points, creating widespread concern and disruption.
Wombat defeated Greenethorpe in a hard fought match to claim the Glenelg Cup on Sunday. Wombat’s M. Wagenbach scored 23 and J. Wagenbah boosted late resistance to lift the visitors past 123. Greenethorpe’s Caldwell and L. Brennan led the bowlers with 4 for 16 and 7 runs respectively, while Wombat’s Beaaley and Warenbach bowled well. The Country Juniors next face the Pioneer Cup with players under 27 years of age.
Present indications point to a mouse plague in Bedgerabong with a cold winter forecast driving residents to seek shelter indoors. Personal Mr Guy Larey of Bedgerabong has been indisposed and travelled to Sydney for medical advice after leaving for the city on Saturday.
Murray and Onley starred as Hughes' bowlers sparked early wickets and a 131 total. O Malley and Schouten contributed, with Berendebbe main force for 141 before Thudilusgre's four for 39 closed play. Forbes challenged Berendebho for the Orlando Cup on a treacherous tur! wicket.
A benefit dance will be held in Yar Rabandal Hall on Friday the 18th to aid Mr Barnes who is crippled. He has nine dependents, the youngest only a few months old, after a recent separation from his wife.
A meeting to revive tennis activities was held with F. Blades in the choir and T. T. Wilson appointed secretary, with a Mr. Oolay as treasurer. Nurae K. Millio staying at Bland Hotel. On Friday April 1 a gift evening will honor Mina Elste Troth before her betrothal to Mr Albert Balderuton. Second annual Returned Soldiers League reunion planned for the 16th. Leap Year Social in aid of Bland Cricket Club held at Mr. and Mrs. BR. Penfold's.
Mr L Moore of Yarrabandal underwent appendicitis surgery at Parkes Hospital last Sunday and is progressing favorably, according to report. For wedding invitations and programs consult Advocate Craft Printers.
The wedding of Eleanor Alma Smith to Henry George McKeowen was held at Mrs M Smith Trundie with Father O Connor officiating. Bride given by A B Winging in ivory satin, bridesmaids Ivy Smith and Doreen. best man Frank McKeowen. Gifts included a watch a rug pearls and earrings. About 25 guests attended breakfast and honeymoon follows in Newcastle with home at Bogan Gate.
A missive from Tottenham Pub Ne School bound for Sydney age events states the arrival at Haven Gate School Friday at 2.30 pm. Pupils will begin with a half mile run on Parkes Hoo then relay segments by three others for half mile each. The association invites Mr Frank Bird and plans to forward the message to Parkes Public School for administration at the centre. Rubber stamps available to order at the Advocate Office.
A bushfire series began on Mr Talbot’s Eureka property part of Crowder Estate and swept Merritimy’s holding at Cooyong into densely timbered hills. Volunteers from Cowra and Young attended with Koorawatha Fire Brigade aiding to create a fire break and contain the blaze.
The Quan Hville branch of the Agricultural Bureau held its monthly meeting at Berendebba with large local and visiting attendance from Caragabal. Mr V Dunlop from the Department of Agriculture spoke on an experimental plate for the district and a dance followed.
In a Sunday cricket clash at Trundle Afield from Ortho ground Yarra faced Harrow and were all out for 31. Bedgerabody claimed the Monwonga Cup with Yarm bowling, while Hodge and Christian helped dismiss the opposition for 53, a rare set of low totals.
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