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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 18, 1951
Page
1
Shire electricity charges rise after the electricity committee meeting on May 0 and Jemalong Shire Council approval. New tariffs apply from April 1, including private lighting and energy unit rates, with specific rates for primary, secondary, and three phase service. Workmen’s cottages and balls keep previous charges.
The Westers Show Society seeks council permission to move this year’s show from Friday and Saturday September 5 and 7 to new dates. A trotting fixture was discussed, with plans to dedicate proceeds to the Jubilee Celebrations and Queen candidates led by Miss Mary Johnson. A two-delegate subcommittee was appointed to oversee changes and the revised schedule mirrors the abandoned year’s exhibit plan.
Mr dw Hohinberstad presents Sing and Swing Show Thy Follies of 1981 at the Tok i Bagel Uniform Paper theater. Attendance was edowbewy. the performance choked the Gur Loyal Fetima procession. The show drew more pomp than prior events, with a report noting the function’s elements and an ensuing competition for the tund oe trophy by Huey Barton and Ivan Allison.
A large procession led by two thousand Catholic clergy and laity moved from South Forbes Church to the Church of St. Lawrence on Tuesday night. Citizens watched from vantage points as the crowd venerates Our Lady of Fatima and prays for peace, a scene unmatched in Forbes.
Hundreds gather in Church Street and across the district to honor the Pilgrim Virgin. The procession winds from the bridge to St Lawrence’s and back, lit by candles and bells, as crowds witness the statue’s apparitions and attend Benediction.
Crowds witness the transfer of the Pilgrim Virgin of Fatima as a symbol of peace. The statue travels from Forbes to St Lawrence's Church with a mile-long procession of cars and children of Mary, ending with Mass and Rosaries before departure to hospitals and schools. Local clergy including Monsignor Dos Santos and Bishop T. M. Fox participate amid prayers for world unity.
Relatives report concern over the disappearance of 63 year old Mr William Bourke from his home at Thompson Street Forbes. He left April 4 and has not been seen since. Sisters Mrs Harel McGuire and Mrs Stan Collie are seeking information. Police and family appeal for any sightings or clues.
A government discussion covers yearly rent on perpetual leases and conversion of Crown land to freehold. Landowners may appeal to the Land and Valuation Court if dissatisfied, with extended application deadlines and advisory funds.
The Municipal Council weighs enquiries into a local power plant using diesel or coal, weighing fuel costs, delivery reliability, and payback. A base load station is planned to sustain 2500 kW with weekends and holidays, aiming to meet peak municipal demand and reduce unit fuel costs.
Fragmented OCR notes describe Forbes Humidcrib in action with mentions of a Women’s Hospital, a military hospital, and a club covering humidcrib costs. The passage references installation timing, a surrounding plaque, and a period of weeks before a date, but details are unclear.
The article weighs feasibility of a proposed power plant and related block out issues. It argues the project offers major contract potential while promising civic benefits. It urges resolving inconveniences and ensuring residents escape high charges from the Electrical Commission as a long term, forward looking justified investment.
Inigo Jones forecasts a mainly fine frosty winter till September with good rain prospects later. Spring looks good in the east while other regions remain uncertain. early summer may be dry. July coastal gales may impact the South Coast. sunspot effects are fading and thus uncertain.
A disputed report claims a rabbit destruction scheme on 900 acre allotments faced mismanagement and a private contractor was blamed. Graham Son responds that the authority was not involved and the landowner terminated the contractor. The exchange questions the handling of the work and the credibility of the involved parties.
The International Rugby League Munich event planned for May 30 draws growing interest with French players arriving tomorrow. Trains to Sydney region towns will carry fans from Dubbo Grange and Parkes for the May 20 to May 30 itinerary.
Letter to the editor criticizes the government for land seizures and compulsory acquisition. It cites a 23015 acre Bullagreen tract valued far above the compensation paid and argues confiscation harms all small landholders, comparing to failures in Czechslovakia and Hungary, urging equitable terms and shared costs with the community.
Young Anglicans team meets Capstans on Saturday at 2:30 pm. Players listed include Treen L, Nicholson, McOsbe, J Ackroyd, H Peasley, Mosler, BE Bentick, M Bakes, J Reedy, T McAuliffe, F Bolam, Birt, J McKay.
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