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Newspaper

Forbes Advocate

Location

Forbes, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Mar 22, 1938

Page

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Irish Concert Delights Forbes Audience at Town Hall

Aled the Town Hall hosted a St Patrick’s Day concert with a full house. The Forbes orchestra led by Mr Turner delivered lively pieces while soloists and a children’s Catholic schools chorus added charm. The program included dances by the Wallace School of Dancing and a Marist Brothers gymnastic display, ending with violin selections by Rene Binnett and partner.

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Forbes Editor Denies Publication Of Sanders Letter

The Premier at Forbes hosts a weekend preamble where Wally Sanders asserts our paper refused his letter. We say the Advocate and Advertiser printed an identical version, while Sanders claims alternations render it harmless. We warned that libel risks and demanded documentary support for charges against TE. Elliott MUA of Suchy.

Wally Sanders Advocate Sanders Forbes Eliott MUA

Civic Recep tion To Mr Stevens For Forbes Leaders Visit

A civic reception in Forbes welcomed Mr Stevens after Premier Stevens returned to the district. Attendees included Ant Ford on behalf of the electors, Gr BR Bedelie, H Eliott, and local residents. Stevens avoided political remarks, praising renewed ties with Forbes and promising to expand acquaintance networks while a large audience listened to a speech on the government’s financial stability.

Ant Ford Stevens Bis Gr. BR BH. Bedelie Jemalong H. ©. Eliott

How to Vote Electors Reminded of Poll Procedure

Electors are reminded that voting is compulsory at the poll on Saturday. Place the numerals 2 and 3 opposite the names of the candidates in order of preference. Any variation or omission will render the vote informal.

Ashburnham

Government speaks on employment and irrigation plans

The speaker touts higher employment, wage growth, and reduced taxes as banners of stability. He highlights the Jemalong and Wylde’s Plains irrigation schemes with a £180,000 budget, delivering 1460 jobs during construction and long term farming benefits. He urges a March 36 vote for the Government and backs A O Elliott for No 1. A concluding vote of thanks closes.

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Concert at the Convent Showcase Local Talent

A lengthy program by Abe Ellis and the secondary department featured a hunting dance and solo vocal numbers by Lola Conn June Maguire Cass Ball Elseth Cassin Betty McKeon Fath Quads and Joan McMurtrie. A double quartet and Convert string ensemble sparked applause with Hillarney The Dear Little Bramrock Mother Machree and an encore. The program closed with a senior gift song Angel of Light Give Ireland Her Right as Rev Dean Brennan praised all contributors and Mayor Ford attended.

Abe Ellis unuswAl Grace Lola Conn June Maguire Cass Ball Elseth Cassin Betty McKeon Fath Quads Joan McMurtrie Meedames L. Davia W. Grimshaw Mleos Mire Crombie Joan Beegrove Kenora Mmeson Jennings J. J. McMianun Kosne Messrs EM Quealey Frances Cenerdus Appiause Mother Machree Convert Tring Mire Frances Mis Nada Conn Mra L. Davis Ist ‘Tello Miles Lola Conn Miss Redd Grinjwted Miss Henning Mim Gimmshaw Spieren Angel of Light Ireland Jute Miyguire Joan Martin Samy le Tntk Fms Dean Brennan Wiler Ube Mrtista Bishop Pox Faorbee Thie End Limpel Mayor Ford Ls Atterdanpe Liv Convent Orchestra Ist Mesdanes Davis

Celebrations and political debate mark Grenfell district event

A speaker lauds administration, praises local progress, and urges voter support at a March to April Grenfell celebration marking the town’s 160th anniversary. He notes tax cuts, ongoing development, and contrasts with Labor Party policy as preparations for a procession and festivities unfold.

Liel Pas Grenfell Bath Wales Waa Lang Thi Stevens Labor Party Prevent

Mayor Spicer thanks Mr. Elliott at Parkes event

At Parkes a Saturday week gathering Alderman F W Spicer MLC Mayor introduced Mr Elliott as a faithful representative who aided Parkes council in securing success for its applications. Citizens were urged to remain grateful for his service. The event featured a musical program with Edwards, Doy le, Wayne, Banks, Crippin, Maguires and Henning among performers and the conductor Turner.

Blott Ashburnham Parkes Ald F. W. Spicer Parkens Elliott Bhm

Cottage Destroyed By Early Morning Fire At Lake Forbes

A weatherboard cottage on Ferry and Barwin Streets near Lake Forbes was destroyed by fire just before three yesterday morning. The four room home owned by Mr and Mrs Fr White with family was unoccupied. Fire brigades arrived to find the building well alight and could do little to save it. furniture and whether insured remained unclear.

Ferry and Barwin Streets Eorthern Lake Forbes Mir Mire Fr. White Trogood

New Waggin For Forbes Ambulance Donation Drive

Donors including Mr W Farahmogo and others pledge to fund a new Waggon for Forbes Ambulance service. The campaign notes three substantial gifts toward the vehicle purchase and ongoing donations to date.

Mero J. Wheeler Ariotin W. Farahmogo Jone

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