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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 07, 1946
Page
1
Court of Criminal Appeal orders new trial after flawed proceedings in the Bathgate murder conviction. Justice delays and police testimony issues cited as grounds for overturning the prior verdict and mandating a fresh hearing of the case.
The letter discusses reactions to a April 1 issue, debating support for acquiring Tumbs and schemes for returning servicemen. It references a meeting with public bodies in Lie dachiel, a 27 acre offer, and comments on Mr Forey and Mr Panes. Debenham signs Box 45, Pores 2848, noting officials' divided views on the proposal and integrity concerns.
Fragmented OCR text mentions Forbes races and heavyweights with names like Juliaan Libis and Hamplin. Lacks clear events, dates, or outcomes. no verifiable details present.
Over 100 horses entered for Ubelle C1100 meeting at Fortes on May 14 15 to aid Services Memorial Club. 110 horses registered with Cup events plus other races. special train from Condobolia to transport visitors and horses. Notable entries include Field Captain Pearl Trader The Gauntlet and Clever Lass. betting details, weights, and accommodations being arranged.
Slaughtermen at Daroobalgie Meatworks will resume work this morning, manager J A Lawrenss said yesterday. He noted sufficient staff on hand to allow normal production the following day. A Sunday meeting on the Fi at ended with a note that some workers had union direction during the stoppage.
The Trades and Labor Council held a conference with Prince Al about the Rugby visit to Orange. Despite a large turnout the discussion yielded no decision. The meeting adjourned for a fortnight as President Mr E Pace prepares a congratulatory letter.
In Uy State a large rural hotel the Tollemore Hotel faced a rationing crisis as Bill McGrath of the Tullamore Betel and others sought permits to supply travellers. The National Royal Commission and local officials debated liberalized food allowances while country residents and hotels struggled to cope with shortages and control measures.
The Forbes Red Cross announces a state wide appeal continuing work in peace and war. A street stall will be held on a June date with donations of produce and clothes welcomed. Mrs Morels donated a crystal bowl for competition before leaving for South Australia. tickets sold at Kennard's Pharmacy. Dr McLean has supplied a trophy for the contest. The VA Detachment will conduct the badge sale under Commandant Mrs A Forbes. The Forbes branch seeks community support to make the appeal a success.
Two boys were injured by motor vehicles yesterday. At about 1:80 pm Andrews, son of Bet H. E. Andrews, was returning to school by bicycle when struck and taken home by his father and then to Forbes hospital. Head injuries reported. In a separate incident at 3:1 pm on Temrplar Street Richard Biggs, 12, son of Mr. W. G. Biggs of Prince Street, was knocked down while cycling and taken by ambulance to Brentwood.
Victor George Murray a 43 year old laborer was charged with assaulting Roy Nicholla. Det Dunn stated Nicholls was in an unsatisfactory condition. Murray remanded until Thursday with bail set at 40 pounds and two sureties of 30 pounds or one of 40 pounds. Instant relief for coughs mentioned.
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