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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 01, 1935
Page
9
A Moult function at Mulyandry hall last Tuesday night drew locals from Forbes and Grenfell to support additions to the hall. The Vellarivance band played, a late supper was served, and dancing continued until 2 am. Proceeds totaled about 290 and pleased the organisers.
Mee J Thoma, long a visitor to Forbes for several weeks, returned to her home in Lakemba yesterday, following an extended stay with her alter Merc 4 Vv Pollard.
The Methodist Church will hold its annual synod in Forbes Tuesday to Thursday with 19 ministers and about 500 delegates from Orange to Cobar and Iron Town. Visitors will stay with local families and attend services, with a public church service on Tuesday and a synod gathering on Wednesday and Thursday to discuss the work of God.
A talk by A. E. Hammet in Forbes outlines Australia’s dried fruit industry, its rise since 1847, and a push to double domestic consumption to 26,000 tons. He notes current export pressure, health benefits, and a promotional film showing packing and handling, with free recipe books offered via local grocers.
A Forbes district hospital deputation reported to the board that during a Sydney meeting with the Minister for Health they requested a grant of £1000 for essential painting and repairs. The Minister promised sympathetic consideration and planned to send an inspector to Forbes. The deputation urged urgent work and hoped funding would be approved, with potential follow up if needed. The conference also discussed Workers Compensation Act amendments and metropolitan versus country contributions.
The engagement is announced for Miss Misa Jayne Louise Lasalle of Werra Yerra Forbes the only daughter of Mr and Mrs J Lasalle to Mr Gerald Lee son of the late Mr Lee of Wongalen Motong.
An advertisement extols Fraser sourced Powder Churmowan face powder claiming it conceals flaws and signs of age, makes skin appear years younger, and offers long lasting “witchery” charm. It touts a new gift secret and appeals to Great women of the stage and Olivia in multiple shades with a 2/8 price for a large box.
An advertisement extols Charmosan face powder and Charmosan cold cream as superior to soap and water. It notes price data, tube availability, and wide distribution, claiming the products offer delightful cleansing results and are sold everywhere.
A new show called Midt own Squad visits Forbes featuring Lele Talbot Valerie Hobeen Hugh Coppell and Auly Devine delivering a mystery tour of San Franciscos Chinatown with its sights shops and a Chinese telephone mechanic segment. The act runs Saturday night with a matinee and includes the film Treak of Hearts starring Katharine Hepburn and Charles Dower.
A new stage comedy described as a thinly veiled family drama opens at Strand Theatre next Monday for four nights starring Ursula Parrots with Frank Morgana and Win Barnes. The production, based on Armila Parrots story, centers on a father of eleven and his chaotic household as Lally Tubbs features in a supporting role.
Market notes show wheat futures edging higher yesterday as investors weigh seasonal demand and weather. Prices moved in modest ranges with occasional gains, reflecting cautious confidence amid mixed forecasts.
A roundup of personal news from Forbes area includes births and engagements. Families such as Mr and Mrs Callin of Orange Road celebrate a newborn daughter while Miss Lola Monaro Lette and Mr WH Harrie Brown announce a forthcoming union. Several residents travel for holidays or attend events in Melbourne Sydney and nearby towns.
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