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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 24, 1940
Page
4
A royal appeal urges all subjects across the Empire to observe Sunday next the 20th of May as a day of prayer to Almighty God for deliverance from enemies. King George VI laments Christian neglect and urges repentance, faith, and collective supplication amid the looming war.
The partly heard case began April 16 against Olga May Cowell secretary of Forbes P P Board for 15 years. She faces 11 counts of alleged embezzlement. The trial continued in Police Court with six days held and a further three days planned. Vouchers disappeared around March 2 as police investigated. Witnesses described vouchers, signatures, and altered documents, while defense and Crown counsel argued over reading notes and admissibility. The case adjourned to June 18 with potential for additional days.
Brigadier G A Street opens a strong appeal for Australian men to enlist promptly as war demands escalate. He warns that if the German threat is checked now, victory could come sooner, urging rapid recruitment, noting forthcoming division formations and the need for man power, endurance, and resolve to defend homeland.
Local notices record brief visits by Norma Garr and other residents to Cowra, hospital stays, and gatherings at Crombie private hospital. Engagements are announced and weddings planned, with Forbes workers and families highlighted amid holidaying and travel between Parkes and surrounding areas.
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