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Forbes Advocate

Location

Forbes, New South Wales, Australia

Date

May 13, 1952

Page

3

Three Months Hard Labor For Stealing Keys And Motor Cycle

Dukes was sentenced to three months hard labor for stealing a set of keys valued at 12 pounds, property of William Farah. On another charge he was fined five pounds or four days hard labor for taking a motor cycle belonging to Kenneth Norma Denyer. Witness Constable Wallace found him attempting to start a cycle in Lachlan Street around 2:14 am on May 9. Dukes admitted taking the keys and initially claimed they were found by someone in his household. He had no meaningful explanation when arrested.

William Farah Ask Ilegally Kenneth Norma Denyer Dukes Wallace Lachlan Street Farah Forbes Jake Ubble Simyron Wit Pharteher

Fair price in land purchases

A fragmented report discusses land purchases and price fairness, noting questions over compensation, sale terms, and legitimacy. It mentions individuals and entities linked to the deal, with references to investigations and court or official scrutiny.

Need For Increasing Food Production

A debate on agricultural expansion and irrigation in Australia highlights the Rural Reconstruction Commission report and Lachlan Valley development. Mr Jacke urges local action to boost food output via water conservation and regional planning, stressing courage, ideas, and immediate steps to integrate existing works into a statewide development program.

South Wales Jacke Australia Orinia Cunwie Felipe Anid Nadal Overseas Funda Lie Croelen Ausralia Duke Sunieroun Teperte Loti Owelte-Beond Cite Etien Fond Pond Uae Ecko Mater Foreek Soll Sui Mit Torward Leonie Lerieamkion Pwabery Dept. of Culture Merthods SAT Lachlan Development League Mir United Stolen Presidents Water Resources Policy Commission Wik Plotus Lael Walter Wilch Tahal Arenes

Golf Club Improvements Probed at Forbes Meeting

A town council committee discussed transferring land to the Golf Club for a new course and clubhouse. The proposal includes a loan repayment plan via increased dues and a property transfer valued at about £1, with Alderpersons differing on the terms and future development.

Forbes Works In April Reports On Road and Park Tasks

The council reviewed the April works including graveling approaches and paving along Farnell Street, Johnson Street, and Sam Street. Concrete box divert at Farnell, surface resurfacing, and four shoulders formed on North Condobolin Road. Park upgrades in South Circle and MemorI Park, Spooner, and cemetery work noted. Water plant figures and mains repairs listed. Mayor commented gravel quality and freight costs. report adopted.

Munielval Eaughiveer Kerenderguet Wie Ib Farnell Bereet Farnell Parka Gardena South Circe Park Spoonerie

Annual Conference Report From Forbes CWA Delegates

Two Forbes representatives attended the CWA general conference in Sydney Town Hall from April 21 to 24. The event featured addresses by Mrs Z W Spitties and Mr W Duckworth, reports on branch donations, membership growth to 27,287, and plans for ongoing projects and international links with Dutch women.

Forbes Mesdames FR. M, Cruickshankami A. Auris Oul CWA Sydney Town Hall Rom Nsw Trewenara Northcatt Iil Depert J. M. Gordon Z. W. Spitties Adelaide Penta W. Duckworth United Netions Informaton Centre Australia New Zauland Mrr. Duckworth Spoike C.W.A Traukaliy Fh Tte Grinches United Nations Proameté Broteh Waa Ghee Ware Bey Ate Re Cig Piteson Bedt Sty Charles Lioyd Jomen Hoemabershay Limerense Wwe Assembly Hall Thie Hon s@retory Sirk Tilden Kroak Uiew 1K Wan New Zealand Mint Payne Porestry Advisory Council W Fl Souley Farmers & Bettlera Association Journal Vi Fairfax Iin Mel McGuire Bud Ceylon PH. Bond M. Andrew Department of Public Hewitt J Harrin

Tenders for Turner's Hill Reservoir Issued by Council

The DAB last meeting called for tenders for the Turner's Hill Reservoir to supply water to Bogan's Gate and Trundle. Tenders were to be sought in Sydney and Melbourne. Town Clerk F J Reid said the contract would cover works on the reservoir and expected a letter from the Land Department to clarify financing.

Turner's HI Bogan's Gate Trundle DAB Wnders Sydney Melbourne F. J. Reid Contrett L.d. Department Oan

Sewerage Inspector's Report Presented To Forbas Council

At an Inet meeting the Forbas Council reviewed a report from Beverage Inspector C. J. Press noting delays in house connections and premises extensions until mid May. Sewer plumbings are active and should catch up in three months with maintenance ongoing at pumping stations and Primary Digestion Tank.

Jin Inet Forbas Council C. J. Press

Saleyards Renewal Programme Discussed at Council Meeting

The Municipal Engineer reported no reconstruction work on Forbes saleyards in the month. An April 28 note said Amber tin and pasta materials would be forwarded, with completion hoped in five weeks. Monthly stock yard totals show 12,704 sheep yarded, 10,124 sold, 784 cattle yarded, 14% sold, 648 pigs yarded, 13,101 sold, 1 horse yarded. A letter from Edward Weaver & Co. cited buyer complaints about delays. a committee was formed to review the receiving yards and a works programme to be set. Alderman Jones noted two gates stolen, with delays due to engineer absence. a report to a senior officer was authorized.

Forbes Prendergast Marshall Edward Weaver & Co Tewae Sabeard Jones Omto

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