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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 20, 1931
Page
1
In a Forbes inquest, John Peckham allegedly confessed to shooting Robert Hill and sought a knife to ensure death. Inspector Toohill and Dr. Broadbent testified, detailing Peckham’s statements, scene findings, and a post mortem showing a wound to Hills chest from a close range shot. Peckham admitted guilt, saying, I am guilty, I did it.
A historical note describes a camera fitted with a special device designed to eliminate unnecessary moss on surfaces. The description focuses on the apparatus and its intended cleaning function rather than broader usage.
The Secretary Farmers and Gros sera Cooperative Coy reports the decision to close the First Quality Wheat Pool on April 15 1991. It notes strong support from growers who have contributed and urges those who have not to participate promptly.
At a Wollongong gathering of unemployed a majority carried resolutions endorsing the Trades and Labour Council's action exposing the danger of inviting Lord Baden Powell. They condemn public bodies wasting funds to honor the military recruiter and urge working people to boycott such events. The text references Baden Powell in a harsh critique of his role in recruiting youth for future worker harm.
The court heard a charge of rigious behavior against Aubrey Wilbur McMahon linked to the February 14 stabbing of Robert Hill after three fights. After defense outlining the circumstances, Inspector Toohill signaled the withdrawal of the charge, and McMahon left the court.
Patrick J. McGarry faced Forbes Court amid confusion over motor truck registration. A Traffic Department letter said McGarry mixed a Ford lorry with a Chevrolet lorry. McGarry cited his black Ford registration. court adjourned to April 7 for further investigation.
Joseph Holmes of Ca laria was fined 2 shillings at The day's Court for maliciously damaging a church committee table valued at 8. Constable Fitzpatrick testified he saw Holmes kick the small table to pieces around 10 pm on February 16. Holmes pleaded guilty. Ernest Austen prosecuted but did not appear. If in default, 21 days hard labor. Mr Arnold, PM, warned Holmes that the conviction should serve as a lesson.
Surprise in Canberra as Senator Dunn announced plans to contest the Dalley seat at the next election. He was removed from the Government Whip role in the Senate on Monday. Mr Thextore’s views on the statement have not yet been released.
Rainfall across Forbes this week totals nearly an inch adding to the 103 polita early in the week. The steady showers aided local agriculture and water supply while post office records show a 72 point uptick in morning registrations linked to yesterday’s precipitation.
An old newspaper classified style ad promotes ladies hair treatments. It highlights permanent wave services for 30 and water wave options for 3 with limited pricing fragments and shorthand percentages.
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