28 May 1937
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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 28, 1937
Page
1
A damaged OCR item promotes Clarissa's Beauty Salon at 68 Lachlan Street Forbes offering ladies hairdressing and modern presence services. It mentions full execution of new trends and genuine ware options, with phone contact 167 for appointments.
In a youth pony event, an advocate selects a number and holder, with a child presenting a tree. A silver cup is awarded to the winner, claimed by Ken Hughes of Miderwarre. the event is tied to Chorease seiokto 2789 and 2789 participants.
The Development League met with a sparse audience to discuss Forbes Tariff policy and underwriter rates, urging the Department of SAipemtien to review fee caps for books and child fees. They planned a survey of travel routes and urged a daily rail coach service between Narreoratis and Porbes Shuvkimbings, with officials invited to report on transport and car travel alternatives.
At the annual bank meeting Chairmen James Elder of the Nutieru Bank of Australia warned that large scale government expenditure persisted amid commodity price surges. He cautioned against continuing deficits and said the high prices could not last indefinitely.
The Commonwealth Weel & Produce Co Ltd and W K Garmsey & Co stage a special sale in Sydney on Tuesday May 15, yarding over 2500 sheep despite strike disruptions. Prices ranged 1s to 2s for lighter lambs with improved demand. best ewes and lambs sold to 26s with several entries noting strong values. Firms expect a further sale on Tuesday with similar turnout and prices, as buyers await clearer market conditions.
A historic discussion unfolds over a Wilhelmine era proposal to separate valuations from tax and rent systems. Advocates seek indefinite funding and an income stream to support public works, while opponents demand clearer cohesion and government backing. Community leaders urge practical steps toward a unified low-cost civic project, including a proposed halt in conscription and infantry formation with Commonwealth support.
William Powell and Myrna Loy reprise their roles in MGM sequel After the Thin Man. Charles and Charters families bring a light mystery comedy as critics call it a grand prewar mystery comedy. Asta the dog features in a photo still.
A rifle and machine gun match held last weekend at Young featured divisions from the th and Tilt Light Moree fte flients with six shooting categories. The ith Regiment team narrowly won by 859 points over The, after events at 100 and 700 yards and a 200 yard team stand.
The item references a London matter dated March 10 involving Sir Austen Chiumibettatm and a value at CO. Details are fragmentary but indicate a financial or legal entry with an entailed valuation. Further context is unavailable in the fragment.
A promotional blurb touts actress Joan Blonedell as a Warner Brothers star and markets Charméan Creme Chanmesan face powder. It claims the product remains scented and effective all day, promises to smooth wrinkles, and highlights shades and a Purie brand. The ad imitates a glossy, world famous beauty appeal with multiple exotic claims.
Fragmentary note discusses tour print with requirements and plant details. Mentions city equality and prior standards. No clear individuals or organizations identified in readable text.
Rainy but lively meeting at Bedgerabong Picnic Mace Club featured several close finishes and top bets. Mulenfwur led Grenfell stable with a strong run, while Mink Bong and other favorites attracted heavy betting. officials performed duties as crowds enjoyed the day despite weather and occasional delays.
A Porbew Tennis Club gathering discussed start of the Weaver Cup, with over 100 players to be handicapped and the draw to be allotted. Eleven rivals have entered, including two from Town and three named players, while Mela Park Cragin and Curliye sent one team each.
St Laurence v Cowra clubs drew even at Cowra with one side winning a town match by three sets and the other losing in mixed doubles. Detailed results list G Jarret, M Wright, G Cannon, Sweeney, and Cannon figures across multiple courts and matches. Community clubs, presbytery courts, and Sunday return fixtures noted with players such as Cannon, Weaver, and Neville involved.
A fragmentary OCR item mentions J Oall and M Robinson with horses FADNPLSOR and MAMNA S PRIDE amid garbled trainer and handler names. The legible bits suggest a horse racing card or stakes listing but critical details are unreadable.
A damaged clipping mentions Tremgine finding homers on the floor and references a Febpesa’s Sak event with unclear details. The readable fragments suggest a chaotic note about a gathering or performance, but specifics are unavailable.
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