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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 07, 1948
Page
2
John Meagher & Co. report stronger wool stocks and rising prices amid postwar demand. Auctions show a tenfold increase in yearly purchases since the war, with limited high quality merinos and tops expected in coming months. Short supply in length merino tops may lift prices next season.
At Coradgery Park yesterday the picnic races produced several winners. Maiden winner Shalimar with Barton led the field, Exciting Luck won the Ladies Bracelet, Dusty Miller took the Improve event, and Gallant Captain scored in the Progressive. Wingcott and Miltuna Cameron also posted wins in their handicaps.
Meagher Shield games are halted due to school holidays and will resume May 29. The knock-out competition for the Tyndall Cup is also put on hold, with winners earning the right to challenge Marist Brothers later in the season. Meagher players and officials for the upcoming South Forbes match are listed, and several Parkes and Rosellas fixtures with varied lineups are noted for next Sunday.
Heavy rain improved farming prospects after a dry spell with 94 points registered by Friday night and further showers through Tuesday. The Tennis Club annual meeting on April 2 elected officers, plans for the season were outlined, and local residents faced injuries and hospital visits while noting a birth at Cromble hospital.
Wirring district unveiled a WWI honor roll during a Sunday ceremony led by C T Rosevel with speakers from local councils and the mayor's party. The Roman Catholic church opened on Weed nesnes, April with Father M D O Sullivan officiating and a farewell for Father O'Reardan amid community donations.
Ginger Rogers stars as Dolly Madison in a Universal International drama about the nation’s first lady torn between a president and the infamous Aaron Burr. Dayd Niven and Burgess Meredith co star in a period piece noted for glamour and high political stakes.
Patricia voices skepticism while Greta touts Creme Charmogan as the world’s finest skin cream. The dialogue highlights claims of clearer skin and anti aging effects with marketing flourish.
Powdered substance list appears garbled with references to Naturelle Pole and Tan. Mentions a big box priced at 2/10 and some unclear descriptors.
Race card for multiple divisions of novice and two year old events with start times 1 pm 1 35 pm 2 10 pm 4 5 pm. Names include Lucky Dele Never Free Faraway Blue Diamond Grand Romance Meteor Tidal Madame Du Barry Mine Host Vermeil Strathdarr and Vermeil with several horses in each division and listed weights and odds.
The report notes warm conditions support registrations and stock across districts apart from Faverine. Sheep and cattle markets remain buoyant with store sheep and cattle quickly absorbed. Homebush fat supplies are ample but prices are expected firmer in coming months.
Following a committee meeting the resignation of Condobe Lin football coach Mr R Jones was received and accepted. Jones departed Candobelin on the same day. Negotiations have begun to hire a new coach with Bob McGovern of Balmain. talks are advancing.
A note from Par T reports Saturday weather canceled golf, and Sunday rained out. The club open amateur meeting is scheduled May 27 and 28 with early start guidance, pace of play rules, and spectator tips. Those paying for day two gain access to all events except team event. lunch provided.
Smith's Weekly notes country newspapers in Australia number about 800 with varied circulations. They provide detailed local coverage, reporting council meetings and community life more fully than city papers, while resisting mass market cuts.
The meeting honored nonhelpers and faithful attendees while noting Forbes led the group’s Torchbearer efforts. Elections elected A. J. Meagher patron R. O. Palmer president Alderman P. Conridge and others as vice presidents with J. Y. Turner secretary and W. F. Robertson treasurer. A large yearlong program and audit by A. E. Tyndall were announced as the annual appeal progresses.
Weather disrupted weekend bowls on the local green delaying matches. Extra players are enlisted to level the Mo 1 green before the cold. The sown section thrives and a first class bent green is expected by Nex opening. Entries close May 14 for the O'Brien fours at Canowindra. entries may be single.
Forbes hosts Dubbo in the opening round as the Group XL competition begins. Forbes field full back G Mills and five-eighth J Stackpool lead the side with Huggett in the forwards while Dubbo counters with R Turmer and L Colohian to challenge for an early advantage.
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