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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 25, 1934
Page
1
The Forbes Dy Court withdrew the case last Tuesday after Sergeant Bowley said police had no evidence. Defense counsel Mellion argued the defendant did not know of the charge and suggested mistaken identity on the part of the police.
A fragmented OCR piece discusses OK and KO slang tied to American and British contexts, referencing brands, taverns, and a trade dialogue. It mentions OK as a forceful sign of agreement and its use in fights and consumption, plus hints at consumer goods like woollen veils and prices.
Sensational developments in Forbes football see Basil Clifton dismissed after a week of team turmoil. Bede Gavin faced omission from the side defending the Jack Hore Gold Cup, sparking supporters’ outrage and leading to internal clashes. A reconciliation effort followed, with promises of club unity as Forbes prepared for the upcoming match.
Forbes residents discussed forming four Junior Farmers clubs as part of a public meeting in the Municipal Council Chambers at 3 pm. Key figures like Mekora, Foo1 Lance and H. F. Sweeney outlined funding, land and poultry projects and the need to raise initial funds, with a committee to supervise the club and a president to be chosen.
A fragmented report notes Orange Base Hospital reaching a milestone in throughput since its opening. It reports about 300 cases in over years and a recent daily average of 87 patients with a peak point mentioned. The text compares figures to an earlier period for context.
The Meagher Shield kickoff date is set for Sunday with South Forbes facing Calarie at Halping Plat and Bedgeribong meeting Gare Eugowra. South Forbes, holders of the Bewley Cup, will clash with Culuriy for that trophy at Forbes. South Forbes lineup includes Pall Read Barter Parslow, others. Chelshire side Haynes Tucker Hall Haynes, Ramsay Bray McGrath O’Gennar listed.
Two cases at Forbes Court were adjourned due to the solicitor Mr Walker’s Wincos. In the Industrial Magistrate’s Court George Breach sues Jeremiah Bowen for 59 pounds wages. A second case against Henry Here Hodper, James Patrick Cleary, and Alma Aitken involved the maternity allowance and occupancy dispute, adjourned on consent as parties appeared with counsel Moloney and Mellen.
The Strand Theatre hosts a prominent premiere for Lady Eleaser Smith’s Red Wagon, drawing notable attendees including the Prince of Wales. The British film, directed by Paw Stel Ace Continental, screens amid public excitement at Elstree with a major turnout and high-profile figures in attendance.
RKO Redio presents Louisa May Alcott’s tale on screen at the Strand Theatre opening Monday for four days. Katharine Hepburn stars with twenty supporting actors in a warmly received adaptation praised for heart and character amid a lifelike set.
Mr G J Nicholls of Agham has been appointed to the role of Parkes Town Hand, marking a notable local staffing update for the town’s administration and services. He is slated to begin duties shortly, with responsibilities centered on park maintenance and town coordination.
At Forbes Co operative Dairy Society board meeting the factory Interwell decided to pay suppliers Od per lb for first grade and Td per lb for second grade supplies during April. Sixteen tons of butter were produced that month from 141 suppliers. J M Mallick of Bugonts was the largest supplier, followed by W A Wright and Griffith Brom of Yamma. Supplies early in the month fell off due to dry conditions but are now satisfactory. The Od per lb payment was noted.
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