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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 07, 1954
Page
4
Wo McMalon and seven others sought an extension of electricity supply to properties at Guarry Fill. The request was deferred last week by Forben Ceviil pending review by the electrical engineer for technical feasibility and potential distribution adjustments.
An application to permit joinery works on Quarry Road was granted to M. P. Stockhrim by Forbes Council last week. The order restricts hours, notes no Presidential area, and warns of prosecution for breaches. Other notes mention Palag & Hall for Mrs. Clegg machinery showroom on Lurch tan Blewet.
Dr Barnardo Homes began to care for destitute children. Mr Stephen, secretary of the National Farthing League of England, visited Forbes district to speak in churches and factories. He has spent 41 years aiding Barnardo Homes. funds come from workers across Europe and Australia. He travels without cost to promote small regular contributions and urged organized support for the homes.
News from Dow Chemical head Dr Collings reports a water repellent treatment for wool textiles that imparts stain resistance and crease recovery, rivaling man made fibers. The invention could keep wool worn longer and warmer though some readers may prefer natural warmth over a waterproof coating.
A garbled OCR line references an optician visit or appointment with Broome EO and a consulting room. Details are unclear but indicate an eye care context possibly in a WA address. No definite events, names, dates, or outcomes are extractable.
Betpiyeek to yo mte re feos August members of the Parent and Citizens Association met at Forbes Intermediate High School Tuesday evening. They approved purchases for the library radiator tennis courts line marker and Home Science curtains and tablecloth material. The association also aims to beautify the school by growing trees in the playground. A near meeting is scheduled for the first Tuesday in August.
Members of Forbes Baby Health Centre have instituted a baby minding service. Although not heavily patronized, mothers themselves run the program each Friday afternoon from 2:30 to 4:30 pm. Parents may leave children in a comfortable shop area while centers provide a play room with various toys.
Forbes branch of the Air Force Association rescheduled a June 4 ball to run from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. at New Services Memorial Hall. George Mendham led the gathering, with the Ladies Auxiliary handling catering and Piccadilly orchestra providing music. The Auxiliary was thanked for offering supper and donating eight new books to the library.
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