State of drought threatens Forbes district stock
Parkes District stock inspector Jones reports severe drought impact with overstocked and undernourished flocks, scarce water, and high anticipated mortality among breeding ewes. He notes incomplete relief, limited feeding options, and the need for better watering facilities as rains are awaited. Rabbits remain stationary. park position blamed on drought.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jones
Feelerday
Forbes FP. Board
Paria
Mary
School Notes on CWA Officers and Community Events
The Junior CWA resumes for the year with officers elected including Patrons M C J Levy and RH Bedie, president Jean Rogerson, vice president Renee Johnson, and treasurer Miss Robb. Activities cover exhibits prep, university tutorials, and a Trader Horn fundraiser for P and C funds, with sport results from the High School vigoro and monthly infants tests listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Misa Lukes Fins
Miss Woodland
CWA
M. C. J. Levy
Forbes JH
RH. Bediie
Forbes Cwa
Jean Rogerson
Renee Johnson
Muriel Hocking
Joyce McMillan
Lily Debenham
Margaret Bain
Mite. Robb
Bernie
Mesdames Edwards
Davey
4C. WA
Levy
Wheel~er
Porbes Ambulatiox
Geer
Une
Victerie Artell
Nola Bullock
Ind
Jean Reyerson
Joyce Haly
Beddie
Reg
Grinsted
P and Cc
Filtration Plant Plea and Child Injury Trial
A negligence case unfolds in Forbes with Mrr Richards and Mr Palmer representing the plaintiff and Mor ALG for the defendant over a September 20 1936 accident near Bundaburra Crossing. Neville Woods, 11, injured when struck by a car after avoiding drays near a culvert. eyewitness Wm John Rousell and Alfred Haynes corroborate events. The boy suffered extensive knee injuries, multiple surgeries, and long hospital care. doctors testify the knee may remain unstable. The trial explores driver responsibility, with statements given to insurers and officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wl. Richards
Sydney
Roo. Palmer
Porbes
Mor
W. Cabothy Wilson
Ray W. Baldock
Neville Woodn
Plant
Siptember
Dane
Rankin Bireet
Forbes Racecourse
Willowa Avenur
Bundiburre
Rome
Abe Chee
Agein
John Rousell
Forbes
Neville Woods
Haynes Te
Willow Avenue
Forbes Showground
Necond
Haynes
Ray
Wits
Mr Hill
Withers
Claude Woods
Pinintin
Mr. Palmer
Rreri
Palmer
Parker
Chile
Bill Wong
Bradige
Une
Fielets
Witlene Gates
Shega
Z. A. McLean. Forbes
Mr. AU
Alfred George Haynes
Porbes Municipal Couric
Bundaburra Crossing
Wes
Mr. Hill
Claude Woon
Woods
Witw Avenue
Iccident
Hill
Kelleher
Fresh Tenders Invited For Forbes Filtration Plant
Last night the Municipal Council discussed tenders for the Forbes filtration plant. Withdrawn tenders may lead to fresh bids. Haskins and Davey said the matter is before the Department and other contractors may stand over. Alfred Smastall Phy Ltd noted certain sectional tenders had been withdrawn and new tenders are expected within the council’s budget. The Minister for Works and Local Government approved another £667 grant toward the North Hill service reservoir, with the council financing the balance.
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Forbes
Messrs
Haskins and Davey
Sydney
He Wilhiera
Alfred Smastall
HO. Elliott
Mila
North Hill
Main Roads
Main
Department of Works and Local Government
Davey
Haskins & Davey
Amerca
Comsultante
Unahi
Coune
Union Hull
Sale of Carra Webbity lambs at Home bush
The Australian Merrantile Land & Finnance Co Ltd reports a sale on Monday at Home bush of 104 extra prime heavy Homney crow lambs. They averaged 24/1 with a top price of 87/1, praised as a high quality lot well fastened and admired. W Coward reports on Carrawebbity.
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Homebush
Merrantile Land & Finnance Co. Ltd
Bligh Shori
Sydney
W. Coward
Carrawebbity
Forbes
Paralysis Epidemic Wanes Says Health Minister
The Minister for Health, Mr Pita Simona, announced this week that the infant paralysis epidemic was waning. Daily cases fell from twelve to three or four, with five reported on Wednesday and three more over the weekend, all in the country except one in the city.
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Healt
Pita- Simona
RATIONED WORKS Grant for Four to Six Week Relief
The Forbes delegation led by Mayor Ford and Town Clerk Dempsey presented proposals to fund short term relief for unemployed unskilled workers amid the rationed national works scheme. A £1000 grant was allocated for grading South Circle Park and Butler Park and £1000 for reclaiming the southern end of King George Memorial Park. MLA Mr Elliott pushed the plan, claiming anticipated grants from Mr Spooner. Plans and specs were approved and will be sent to the Department.
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B. ©. Elliot
South Circle Park
Butler Park
Municipal Council approves most building plans in February
Building Inspector C Farsens reports February permits valued at £1350. Applications cover alterations to premises on William Street, a brick cottage on Church Street, weatherboard and iron store shed, and a weatherboard cottage on Sam Street. All but Coles and Cannon approved. exception requires power hookup before occupation.
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Cousins
Adop
William Street
Bullideer
McD
Smith
Mesure
Coles and Cannon
Church Street
A. Griffith
Yanna
Valier
PF. White
Barwin Street
Forbes
Bower
Estate of Ex-Shires President Bowhay Died December 24
George Henry Bowhay once presided over the Shires Association of New South Wales died on December 24 leaving an estate reported as GIT108. He revised his will naming his wife and two children as equal heirs in the disposition of both real and personal property.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Henry Bowhay
Cumnock
Yeoval
Shires Association of
New South Wales
Secret to Youthful Skin Revealed in Powder Charm
In a chatty voice the article extols Charmosan face powder as the secret to youthful charm. Betty, aged 35 though described as younger, is cited as a showcase of the product’s enchanting effect and flattering restoration. The copy emphasizes glamour and rejuvenation via cosmetic powder.
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Betty
Charmosan face powder advertised in all shades
An old newspaper ad promotes Charmosan face powder in all shades including Santin and Boudoir Jars. It touts new cold creams and the item is sold widely with box offerings and pricing, noting availability in many stores.
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Santin
Heroic act by girl saves drowning baby at pool
Shirley Lorell, nine, once afraid of water, saved her two year old niece from drowning in a creek near Day Hill. Her quick action and calm rescue followed by bystanders helped bring the child to safety before medical aid.
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Ghirley Lorell
F. Lorell
Boyan Gate Head
Merwe
Moeling
Amult
Mir
Mim Las. Loeel
Dtay Huh
Shirley
Nowlin
Jack
Moeline
Kite
Harika
Water Reticulation Plan for Rural Municipality
Engineers report on water mains rehabilitation shows 19.7 miles relined with segments of varying lengths. Twenty test sections were checked. except one faulty, all were satisfactorily cleaned though some corrosion and nonuniform lining noted. Contractors must remove the faulty section between Browne and Greyfell streets and relay with cemented pipes.
Electricity Production Still Rising for February Output
At last night’s council meeting electrical engineer J. G. Waldron reported February generation of 4 206 units, up 700 from February 1937. He noted ongoing reticulation repairs, bolts on No 2 boiler foundation too light, and No 3 Briton engine requiring summer service with a condenser addition. Four new consumers connected, total works valued at 100 for the month.
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Forits
J. G. Waldron
Tf Council
T Um
Sydney
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Margaret Bolam
Jon Parsons
Jute Donnelly
Margaret Rowe
Bruce Gibbons
Arthur Palmer
Dudley Markwort
Nori Olheple
Pateteim Revol
Pearl Whierckyll
Dowd ‘Thurgase
Bhirley Setanta
Dt Mada Adama
Jen Armour
Phyl Ker
Woods v. Mills
McLwar
Ronald Howard Packer
Cestellny
Fortes
Neville Wood
Nielsen Lhe
Dbarren
Witries
Foy Forbes Lambs
South Circle
King George & Butler Parks
Cudal
Condebalin
Oither
Ford
Dempsey
C. Farsens
Shires' Presidents
Australie
Pein
T. N. Stephen
Egineer
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