18 May 1948
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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 18, 1948
Page
1
Forbes among many centers in the state endured bitter cold as a weekend spell brought sleety showers and frigid conditions with temperatures near record lows.
A terse notice indicates a for sale event in Australia is planned within the nut few weeks. Limited readable details mention an imminent sale window and generic seller reference.
Town Clerk Mir Dr P Dempsey outlined the financial position at last Thursday's council meeting. He noted improvement in the general fund since the prior period and discussed steps to sustain the gains.
Australian and New Zealand delegates discuss the International Wheat Agreement amid opposition to food imports. The meeting considers appointing delegates, setting the agenda, and financing, with calls to press for lower prices and parish support for future conferences.
An aircrat connected to the Flying Doctor Service arrived in the area from England. The craft, escorted near Dare The machine, was observed by De Young and others as it carried medical personnel including the deputy RAAF and Hillis of Oak Park Cowra. A search party later recovered the missing craft and its contents after a nearby road incident.
A man identified as Norman Hlagh Tunkinnon, aged 25, was found dead this morning in a paddock at a property on Mount View Cowra Road near Barrelity, about 11 miles from Fort. The body was discovered by a local resident near Glebe Street and appears to be an unattended death pending police investigation.
Raceday results and entries from Parkes Trots meet include divisions like Beginners Handicap and Half Lengh events. Names such as Warburton Lablers Gamblin Bay and True appear among riders and horses with varying placements and prize references noted.
Weather cues point to mild, stable conditions and adequate pasture for sheep. Farmers expect a favorable wool market with steady temperatures around 40F and minimal harsh weather impact this season.
A report from Forbes Municipa1 Council notes a royal invitation and attendance by Queen and Princess Margaret at Central West events. Delegates from Parkes and other districts backed inviting the royal party, with a formal decision expected in the week.
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