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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 01, 1942
Page
1
The National Savings Campaign urges Britons to invest in savings bonds and certificates to support the war effort. It stresses saving now to finance military needs and ensure future security, with authorities emphasizing prudence and collective duty to the nation.
Irregular OCR notes allege a defendant named in a property arson case involved in setting driftway lines near Old Cemmfell Mund and Garcus. The record mentions a permit state-roent and confusion over statements, with a clerk cited and penalties implied.
Roy Hurkett, seven year old son of Mr Michar Harkett, a Forbes cycle despatch rider, died in Sydney after a dramatic incident. The funeral was held in Ayphany on Wednesday with relatives Mende Rayle and Cullen of Sydney among mourners.
The meeting discussed the Soldiers' Preference Act and alleged bias in postings. Key figures Mr Keith Mantingi and Mr Jack Tudhey were noted as returning soldiers affected by the positions, with Mr Hastings and others seeking a remedy while the Leag ue investigates and addresses the issue.
The appeal reeved in Unese columns last Friday for Ahone of & solpnene in connection with the baling up of wWaste paper at the lncu) an)wage depot) wan quickly answered. The lpew con troller, Aid, Brumby, howe in front that Mir. Jim Jolbart, shearing con treactor, haw tempormclly placed 4 presta "Me hie Gigposa , anit in mikting 1S ad uhle at the week-end. In the moan ak Wednesday after ' cocmaion the woathenms will bo ity ww.
Fragmentary OCR text references Cyprus and British air force presence on the island. Content is garbled with illegible words, but hints at fortified positions and ground services related to defense during wartime. No clear names, dates, or concrete outcomes available.
A telegraphic summary reports ongoing hydroelectric power discussions around Wyangala. Officials cite dwindling power reserves and seek secured imports from America while weighing irrigation needs and regional water constraints. The government vows close monitoring and a rational plan to ease supply limits.
Local government discusses a decentralisation plan favoring growth in county towns. Officials outline aims to shift munition production and governance to regional centers, with Victoria and other sites noted. Leader Mr Breen hints towns will gain megas or similar status, boosting population and industry across the region.
A public demonstration is set for 2 pm at the Town Mall Square intersection of Court and Harold Streets. The Winn Mrigade special squad will show firefighting equipment and bomb control techniques, with lectures on dipping and related safety topics. Three Parkes leaders will present and participate.
The new timetable outlines train services from Fortes to Sydney Forbes Orange and Parll known routes. It lists departure days and times with changes to weekly schedules and mixed goods services from Parbes to Cootamundra and Parkes.
Reported Japanese movements press toward Lashio and the Chinese lifeline as allied forces brace for a potential breakthrough. British and American units conduct air and ground actions along the Burma border amid shifting front lines and evacuations.
Confused report claims British submarines sank five Axis ships. Text mentions heavy loss with two more ships damaged and torpedo attacks causing explosions amid wartime patrols. Names, dates, and places are unclear due to damaged OCR.
The Yaralla Wave meeting saw Jewell Own and Treanors Rays compete in heats with The Liberator dog in the 300 yard event. Notable finishers included Cat pad by Jon oyun and Gaily Portea in the sprint, while Siren and Snuied bird Sohidio also took part amid wet conditions.
An old advertisement promotes Doan's Backache Pills as a remedy to kidney problems. It asserts kidneys contain ducts that remove impurities and toxins, promising backache relief, increased energy, and overall health. It urges reading chemist recommendations and not delaying treatment.
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