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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 19, 1936
Page
2
A meeting of the Forbes District Board heard a complaint from the Parkes branch of the Country Women's Association about ruthless timber destruction across the state. Members urged action to curb the damage damaging forests and local resources.
Correspondence shows the Boree Shire Council defending its weed destruction efforts while disputing alleged inactivity. The Forbes Board sought action, with the ministerial chain involving the Agricultural Department and the Department of Public Works and Local Government. Jemalong Shire and others weigh in as star thistle actions face seasonal limits and road inspections are offered. The council’s reply argues proactive measures, but the chair notes it is too late to push further.
The Methodiat Y P A celebrated the second anniversary with a youth led service last Sunday night. Mrs Gibbons presided and Mrs Mitchell read the Scripture. Mr Rees led prayer. Mr Rayon read the aims and objects of the association amid a inspiring, uplifting program.
Forbes town council discussed a government subsidy plan to extend domestic and power electricity to nearby farms. Rural electrification applications would be reviewed by the Electrical Advisory Committee. a farmer’s extension request was tabled for later consideration amid questions about cost and proximity.
Mayor H M Ford reported at the monthly meeting that Forbes led the entire state in immunization efforts, with significantly better records of success than any other town. He noted continuing campaigns and urged private doctor outreach for unvaccinated children, while the council could only do occasional campaigns.
Forbes district records report the death of Mr John Newell aged five years at Grantwood private hospital after several weeks illness. The obituary notes his long involvement in local commerce and community matters, with remarks on his family and ties to Forbes. Also detailed are official actions at a Forbes P P leet meeting regarding traveling stock reserves and related occupancy issues, including allowances and eventual removals where necessary.
Mrs H B of Melbourne recalls two years of anaemia with nerve tremors insomnia and weakness. After using Dr Williams Pink Pills she regained strength appetite and mobility. She now sleeps well and performs housework, urging others to try the remedy at 3/ per bottle from alchemists and stores.
Wedder Shire council addressed multiple items including a petrol pump permit at Caragabal, inspection of new store plans, and forwarding road plans. Roads engineer to inspect several roads, building plan enforcement urged, Auburn franchise protest stance supported with minor dissent, approval of tenders for Grenfell to Bimbi developmental road, and Pinnacle Soldiers' Settlement project ongoing with noxious weeds destruction noted.
Mr. L. B. Nash addresses a mixed audience at a church gathering set for eight o clock. The garbled OCR suggests an evening meeting with unclear affiliation to British or civic groups and some text corruption.
After weeks in Forbes J S Turner and wife Mr Turner recently sold his Rankin Street pharmacy and plan to relocate to Sydney with their family next Monday. Mrs Turner, of Pump Street Forbes, will accompany him as they prepare for the move.
Mr Albert Hallett aged 71 a retired police officer died at his home Wilum Street on Saturday. He leaves a widow and four children Richard and May in Sydney and Albert and Mona in Forbes. Mrs Hallett was a daughter of the late Mr Richard Thomas of South Forbes. The funeral Sunday afternoon proceeded to the Roman Catholic cemetery with Rev Father Brennan at the graveside and Mr A G Jones directing the obsequies.
Miss B. Hamer returns from Camp Hill where she spent a brief holiday with her parents Mr. and Mrs. E. Hamer. She is attached to the teaching staff of the public school in Coonabarabran.
Anita Louse, 19, described as lobby and talent, with blue eyes and blonde hair, loves tennis and riding, an expert cook and fashion enthusiast. Recommends Creme Charmosan for skin, boasts star status and charm, touts its anti aging effects and fashion preferences.
It was decided to proceed with constructing causeways on Grenfell Road between Bimbi and Arramagong. The causeway near Haynes boundary to be inspected. the Engineer is instructed to focus on Glassen Street and Quan.
Creme Charmosan powder for hours and handbag tubes feature a bold dreasing table sale. The ad lists a two six price and highlights the alars as a choice within a lively promotional insert.
Forbes town council debates shifting insurance coverage outside the Fire Underwriters' Association to counter rising rates. Alderman Baggott moves a plan to displace current providers, arguing many inside options are overexposed and outside firms offer cheaper terms. The debate centers on leveraging a local government association and pressuring insurers to reform pricing.
Forbes and associates report strong turnout of buyers from Sydney and Melbourne at Forbes yards. Lamb and ewes sold well with prices from 17/4 to 30/2 for leading lamb lots and old ewes at 16/10 to 17/7, as firms offered Tataheep and lamba only. Next sale slated for Friday, 9th June.
Sunday church services listed for May 24 by the Missionary Society with state and local officers named. Attendance and collection notes reference various trustees and speakers including Forbes, Wey, Howitt, Gillespie, and Gibbons, with several abbreviations and incomplete titles.
Portah of g John Forbes Autting after Ascension Feairlevew seven a m Holy Communion four a m Choral Eucharist children s Eucharist and Hunday whoo 71 30 p m can peeene and Sermon arema services ransferred to ts tillers Sunday Rector R Mathers
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