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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 16, 1952
Page
1
A chaotic scene near the river north mid sea coast involves a candidate or official addressing bank endpoints. Officials describe private properties and tensions as a large crowd forms along the riverbank near a bridge and shipyard site.
The Shire Council discussed recent flood damage on Noakes Lane and surrounding channels after a deputation from the Miia for Conservation led by Geo Wr. Engineers and council members inspected the area finding waterlogged grounds and evidence of heavy flooding on the north side. The group noted equipment bogging and considered legal action or Supreme Court guidance while planning further restoration at Win Site area and adjacent fields.
Town officials prepare a fund raising ball hosted by the Apex Club with District Governor John Newton opening the event. The mayor Alderman Gonridge and Shire President Dr Outcliffe will attend with CWA president Mrs Beddle. Proceeds go to the Ruby Health Centre. Miss N German donated a cake for a competition honoring Apex Club service.
Mr J W Spencer, after four months as a patient, returned to his home at South Forbes with recovering health following a stay at Forbes District Hospital.
A power outage swept a Shire area near Mir. W. Dunn’s Cowra property after a fault on Lranamis von Line. Wires burned and fell, cutting supply to Vychan Orange Road Payten’s Bridge Cowl Puoed and Mulgandry North. The outage began around 7:40 pm yesterday and lasted until early this morning with localized blackouts in several districts.
Mr. C. Markwort of South Forbes, a breeder and exhibitor, achieved a successful Wellington show with top dogs including blue cattle dogs red kelpies and fox terriers. He won 10 firsts and four seconds, two champion ribbons, and two silver cups for grand champion Roselawn Robin and reserve champion Roselawn Bonny.
In a crowded council session, officials discussed payroll tax measures and budget reallocations for local charities. The exchange reflected tensions between reform proposals and current funding needs, with attendees urging clear revenue plans and accountability.
Local complaints report ongoing issues with motor vehicles repaired in a residential area near Elgh and Ctards. Inspector Mr J Prean notes occupier Mir George Garter and Townend Carter informed of by law breaches. council left to assess if repairs violate regulations and amendments.
Secretary Mir Keeith Hastrope reported on credit balances across funds including General Punt Claa Les Rabbit Destructon No 1 and No 2 Reserves Improvement funds. Figures show varied balances with unspecified totals and potential misprints in fund names and amounts.
A fragmentary local note lists Mrs V Forbes and daughter Brenda of Boern Pont Newcastle alongside Mrs Pauline Olney of Wallsend and sisters Mrs Kath Palmer of Dowling Street. Also mentioned are Mr Myson of Lidcombe and Sue Len ie visiting with her husband Mr Robert Mason of the Government Inspection Stat at Daresobanlie.
The Forbes branch of the Lachton Valley Development League held its third monthly meeting in the Council Chamber. President Dry Vout presided until Mr Ray Collett arrived to take the meeting in hand.
The health inspector Vr pa J. Presa announced a month with no notified infectious diseases. He noted the record shows twelve months disease free, including a report received on April 1, 101. The statement underscores steady progress in public health.
Walker urged that transport is vital to development and argued that inefficiencies in rail and road systems burden stockowners and farmers. He cited lost weight in cattle shipments, poor bridge maintenance, and unreliable routes, urging the central executive to prioritize transport improvements and push for better rail and road services including air-conditioned trains to Forbes.
An open letter from Australia’s "Pores Advocate" criticizes government policy amid drought and export declines. It urges Prime Minister Menzies to shift focus from costly defence spending to expanding food production, arguing a self-sufficient economy would reduce war risk and bolster national security. The writer warns against reliance on imports and foreign markets, maintaining that feeding Australians locally could avert national bankruptcy and curb external pressure.
The text outlines global hunger scales with rough figures like 100 million and a billion people, and argues for expanded food production in Australia. It critiques high food price targets and urges lifting agricultural effort beyond current levels, warning that without action many will perish.
A notice concerning the reserve and public hall at Daroobalgie lists Miller and A M Clarke as responsible parties. The document records planning or ownership details and references the public facility use or status, typical of local government notices. The text emphasizes the site and the named individuals in relation to the reserve and hall.
Railway Department asked Forbes County to define the outline towards selling land, defining industrial use. Block 31 area details appear in the notice, with further guidance on land disposition for industrial development.
State government support could spark Lachlan Valley development with modest cost through new machinery pools. Charles Cutler, Country Party member for Irran, urged two to three pools to aid farmers, boost conservation, and create irrigable areas for future production, even as major works face water and material shortages.
Planning The Valleys Future discusses regional suitability for vegetable and fruit growing, the need for farming provisions, and proposals for a Valley Authority created by Parliament to oversee water use and large-scale development efforts in the dairy sector.
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