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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 15, 1951
Page
4
Forbes reports that about 9 pigs were yarded at Friday’s market with price healthy for the season. Buyers from Byes Neweuate Coctamulligin and local Dutchers attended, demand described as strong for light to medium weight hogs while heavy weights showed brisk competition and limited supply.
A dense, OCR readout lists Australia’s early leaders from Federation starting with Barton 1901 to Menzies and Curtin era, mixing names, dates, and events. It sketches the timeline of prime ministers, provincial and federal milestones, capital development, wartime actions, and constitutional notes with numerous typographical errors and mis-spellings.
Corresponder notes council discussion on water and electricity rates for churches, a permanent meeting room, and a Civic improvements plan. Mentions spaial of lots, street frontage, and delaying actions pending surveys. Names Wulf, Forbes, and local officials, with references to Parka and Pulling Road works and engineer input.
Garden column outlines plant selection for beds and borders. Highlights perennials like violas, dwarf varieties, and compact strains for edging. Advises on spacing, light, wind, and avoiding pests with proper spraying and dust controls.
A report notes ongoing dispute over a pending return involving Rabblon and Ce. Officials have not set a firm date, and legal proceedings continue with no new motions filed this week.
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