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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 01, 1949
Page
1
A garbled report mentions Cup day events near Melbourne with references to Philpott and prominent figures. The fragmentary text hints at coverage of race day activities, betting and the social scene surrounding the Melbourne Cup period, though many names and phrases are incomplete.
The article recalls Count Cyrano’s Rosehill victory in a chaotic Cup context with Frank Dalton’s praise and rival bets. It notes Hamiltonian bets, the Hotham Handicap link, and Les Martin’s Derby Cup tips. The writer predicts Delta or Hoyle as Cup contenders and mentions jockey Tilly Conk and multiple past champs.
Forbes officials debate hospital plans with Ald Harteher and Mayor, seeking a new hospital while preserving the old building for an old people’s home. The minister’s promise and delegates’ duties are discussed as Cowra reports a tender for a new hospital.
Warren refused a £100 offer for his ticket in a tense Cup day at the Cowat wartropolitan racetrack. A keen horse lover, he expressed upset not by money but by the loud homeward cheers drowning out the announcer. Local readers are urged to look for Page 2 look for Boyle to hear the result.
The Parkes council meeting deferred approval for a Parkes to Forbes bus service proposed by a company. The service would carry workers to Darcie Works and return, with two daily runs deemed necessary. Debate included timetable links and future air service considerations. Morris arrested after a fatality inquiry, and a separate negligent driving case involved Ayton, with Morris granted bail.
The Belgian Senate approved a referendum on restoring Leopold to the throne and the bill now goes to the Chamber for debate. Leopold stated he would abdicate if the referendum showed he must step down, and his support was reported to be under six percent.
Police warn motorcyclists to curb dangerous riding after late night abuses and reports of speeding near Parkes Road. Residents complain of harassment and fear for safety as youths ride recklessly, follow couples, and threaten others. patrols will be stepped up to curb this behavior.
October rainfall was heavy with 49 points falling on Tuesday November 2 as crops in the district are expected to benefit from the 34g points. The United States Army is using a wind tunnel with air flow ten times faster than the speed of sound to aid rocket weapon development. The tunnel is at the California Institute of Technology in Pasadena.
A string of week-end incidents in Forbes includes a fatal bicycle collision at Johnson and Bowlin Streets and multiple motorcycle mishaps. Jack White and his pillion rider Miss June Reid were hospitalized with non life threatening injuries after a skid. Bryant McCluire fell from a cart causing a hand injury, and Ernest White fractured his hand while swinging on a rope. Jack White’s brother, also hospitalized, suffered a motorcycle fall.
Mrs Brenner the Forbes deputy mayor’s wife weighs in on a Sydney suggestion that 17 year old girls be trained as nurses in male wards. She questions the plan and supports keeping nursing education within stricter age and social norms amid debate over trainee nurses and hospital duties.
A photographer from Sydney recently in Orange faces charges for driving a motor vehicle while intoxicated. He will appear before the county court tomorrow as police continue inquiries. An unrelated note congratulates Wester show-horse follower Toss Piel on his 80th birthday. Changeable Melbourne weather predicted for the day's races with the Melbourne Cup possible rain showers. About 6000 attended the Orange Methodist Centenary celebration ending last Sunday.
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