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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 31, 1939
Page
2
A film from 20th Century Fox about three women pilots stars Alice Foye and Tyrone Power. The story follows daring aerial stunts and dramatic romance as women break barriers in aviation cinema.
The Forbes park match is expected to draw a big attendance after Sunday, with Forbes Austen taking part and many notable players from different teams anticipated to join the event as part of a local carnival.
A fragmented notice from a health committee references individuals facing unspecified violations. It directs named persons to contact authorities but provides no clear details on the event, date, or actions required. The text is garbled and lacks concrete entities or outcomes.
The fragment outlines bowls history with claims from 1299 1208 and evidence of play in Angband Boot Australia and Sydney. It notes engravings and early greens in New South Wales Parramatta and formation of a club in 1812 with references to Burgess Lipscombe and local grounds at Botany.
Mesdames Kevin and Helman win opening round as golfers begin the season amid warm conditions. Canadian foursome and West team compete in a windy, unclear schedule with early rounds starting Tuesday at 2 p.m. Weather dictates rounds of 2 or 10 holes as players adapt to the opening event.
A rifle shooting event at the range drew notable interest and excitement. Competitors focused on 180 yard accuracy, with ladder-system scoring and positions of shooters tracked as shots were fired. The crowd watched as teams and individuals vied for top placement amid intense concentration.
Wickets tumble as Methodists and Marists clash on Spooner Oval. Methodists trail at 18 for 3 in their second innings chasing 84, with Marist bowling set to swing momentum. Key players include Brian Kevin for Marist and Darlculatly feapons for Methodists, while Rees and Mackinnon lead the Marist bowling in a brisk contest.
The Forbes municipality plans to close the Olympic Pool tomorrow due to reduced patronage and tight control of funds. Despite beautification efforts, attendance has been weak this season, with expected revenues unlikely to surpass last year. Improvements include extended lawns and shrubs, while concrete work and water safety measures aim to cut dirt and chemical costs.
Market observers note a softer wool sale in Sydney with weaker bids and lower prices. Traders reference softer demand, forecasts of election impact, and caution on future Volume as buyers hold back on midweek offerings.
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