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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 08, 1914
Page
5
Melbourne Friday report says the Minister for Defence gave an absolute denial to the allegation of social influence in cadet prosecutions. The denial addresses claims of improper pressure affecting cadet cases and asserts official neutrality in disciplinary actions.
Melbourne reports in the House of Representatives that the Government is examining meat export and import policy. Mr Cook claimed departmental papers show the Labor Government knew of the meat trust and approved of its actions. A Meat Trust Commission is expected to be appointed next week.
Sydney Friday update on the baking trade dispute shows uncertainty. The Minister for Labor says progress is smooth yet warns that if a strike occurs there will be no bill introducing compulsory day baking.
Melbourne observer Findlay Anun snatched a woman's bag and sought arrest claiming unemployment and aimless life. The magistrate noted the case as extraordinary and ordered further medical examination.
Sydney Friday at the Manchester Unity Conference the motion for a Unity hospital fund was negatived. The proposal had been backed by a compulsory levy, but support failed to pass.
Adnan attempted self poisoning to dodge a charge of robbery in Dunedin. A constable rushed him to a nearby farm where he forced emetics, saving his life amid the pursuit.
Brisbane Friday report states a man charged with keeping his son chained to a mattress said he did so to prevent the boy from running away. Magistrate hearing noted the unusual discipline and the motive behind the action.
Two wore cases of smallpox are reported in Sydney. Passing it on. Melbourne, Friday. Vietforlan etvedoring companies and interstate shipping firms have decided to joint cost of increased wages to waterside workers.
The Shires Conference decided to push the government for an immediate decision on road funding of £500 and to seek permission for local governing bodies to establish a compensation and fidelity insurance scheme.
The House debated leave to introduce a bill to abolish preference to unionists in the public service. Mr Fisher accused the Government of pushing unionists aside and favoring its own friends as the EU allegedly prohibited unionism. Mr Cook called the claim rascally, and Fisher countered that democratic civility requires union rights. The debate remained unfinished.
A Sydney postman, believed to be mama Morrison, was found dead in a Kensington storm water channel last night. He apparently tripped and fell, was stunned, and smothered as his face lay in about three inches of water.
Senior clubs Loco, Tichborne, and Trundle entered for Parkes Rugby Union. The opener is Saturday May 16 with Loco versus Tichborne at Tichborne. Eight junior teams entered including three from Parkes, two from Peale Hill, and one each from Bogan Gate, Tichborne, and Dee Lead.
At the Shires Conference in Sydney on Wednesday a low majority carried a resolution opposing abolishing the Pastures Protection Boards. Speakers mocked the ministerial proposal for a uniform bounty on noxious animals. They warned shire councils would bear extra duties and risk the stock industry if boards were transferred, arguing stock inspectors had proven the boards useful.
The Forbes branch of the Grand United Order of Oddfellows held its annual social at the town hall on Wednesday night with about 40 couples in attendance. Grand Master Bro. Nicod opened the event, music by Across One thestra, M C Frank Loxley, and dignitaries from Kindred Societies attended. Supper at midnight, tables tended by lodge sisters and members wives, and cards for non-dancers completed the evening.
At the Church of England Forbes a noon wedding joined Mr H W Patman of Forbes and Miss Mary Isabel Wallace daughter of Mr and Mrs J Wallace of Calarle. The bride wore white crepe de chine with silk and drop trimmings and a wreath veil. Bridesmaids Nellie Eileen Wallace May Young Mollie Murphy. Best man Harry Wallace. Rev A J Gardner performed the ceremony. A wedding breakfast followed at Calarie then the couple left for Katoomba and Sydney. A social at Calarie hall completed the celebration.
Public notice warns against cashing J HB Reymond and Sons Ltd cheque No 2050 issued May 2 1914 in favor of Mrs Hooper lost. Item mentions flannels and special wool fabrics with values and a memorial verse for a father laid to rest exactly twelve months ago today.
The last annual report of the Island Secretary for New South Wales shows nine years of growth for the Grand United Order in the state. Branch counts rise from 176 with 14 528 members in colonial times to 870 branches and about 14 709 members by 1910, with funds and benefits figures including funeral and medical provisions.
FOR SALE cottages in Orange priced 180 to 2800 with returns up to Lf and 1 percent Good Investment notes Chea Houses in any town area. Send for particulars to MLean & Co Property Salesmen. FOR SALE orchard 35 acres near town 1600 orchard 56 acres well improved 2500 poultry farm 30 acres 900 cash and terms. Send for full particulars to MLean & Co Property Salesmen.
It is hereby notified that the following gentlemen have been duly elected Directors of the above named Board viz.
For sale 200 acres of prime potato land in the Oranges District. Well improved and up to date farm good rail access. Inspection invited at twelve dollars per acre. Lean & Co., Agents, Orange.
Splendid grazing land selling at 31 per acre, 25 miles from Orange with river frontage, Uleo Creek and Eoringe all along. Cheap property in a fine climate. Whleon & Co. Agents, Orange.
A Grenfell shooting day saw Hurkett dominate with two L410 divisions and a 1 sweep win while taking 42 birds with one barrel sparing. Charlie Cabot grabbed a share of a 200 sparrow prize with Maher. A Forbes shooter A Butr ise won in the big pigeon match. An Albury lad named Little George, 12, impressed with steady work though only took a first pigeon sweep prize.
We offer this season at full value per pair cheaper than any other store. See the size weight comparison to prove our claim. OEO, BASH, Barker's Corner.
A quirky blurb promotes Pineapple Bacon and quality Daley Butter. It playfully urges shoppers to try alternatives if their grocer lacks the brand. Includes playful misspellings and light marketing tone.
The text lists stall categories Flower Stalls Fancy Stalls Sweet Stalls Produce Stall and a Refreshment Room. It notes evening entertainment each night as part of the Elst event schedule.
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