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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 15, 1935
Page
10
An old advertisement touts Johnson's powder as soft and ungritty for babies. It notes additional products Johnson's Baby Soap and Johnson's Baby Cream and mentions a purpose for babies' elimination. The tone is promotional and aimed at mothers.
The Weddin Shire Council discussed road maintenance from Jemalong to Deas Corner, planned telecommunication lines, electric light feasibility in Quandi, and proposed sewerage and road upgrades. Actions included consulting the Forest Commission on road exchange, arranging funding terms, and coordinating with Grenfell Municipal Council on water supply and yard repairs.
Vehting Optician Mr. P. J. Bono, FC London, will visit Forbes on Wednesday November 27. Appointments, if desired, can be made with Win's Pharmacy Consulting or Adenbers Hotel.
The Forbes Timber Co case for a writ of attachment was revived after Ray Joseph Ryan failed to appear. Ryan's solicitor Mr. Mellon apologized for the absence, citing mistaken binding and delays from a partner's orders. The court adjourned to give two days notice and, given Ryan's appearance, the writ of attachment was withdrawn.
Clarke Gable Jean Harlow and Wallace Beery head the Metrogoldwyn Mayer lineup for the year with China Seas booked by Strand Theatre. The action drama promises high seas adventure and strong box office, with public anticipation high for the big film.
A letter to the Forbes PP Board from the Unemployment Relief Council notes funds available as a grant for destroying rabbits on travelling stock reserves but limited to £3. Since Forbes had already received Ubiga, it was not eligible for another grant. Consideration was noted for possible increase by loan or grant at the first opportunity.
A new prescription with potential benefits is described, promising relief for a range of conditions. The report notes a focus on safe usage and ongoing evaluation, with attention to patient outcomes and potential side effects.
A NSW editor critiques Mr H K Ford for insulting churches while urging better hospital upkeep. He condemns charitably minded protestations funded by dubious motives, urging genuine Christian sacrifice over showy galas. He cites Paul’s teaching on riches and poverty and questions church leaders’ zeal in fundraising for a healthier church state.
In the Small Debts Court on Tuesday FR W Turner sued France Ivine for 4 pounds 8 shillings bread supplied. The defendant admitted the debt but was at work. A verdict by consent ordered payment by instalments of 4 shillings per fortnight plus costs, with Mr HL Motaney for the claimant.
For all your stationery re quirements letterheads account forms etc advocate highlights a call for streamlined purchasing. The brief notes suppliers and local offices coordinating orders to standardize materials across departments.
The first bush fire of the season broke out Sunday on Tom O Malley’s property at Wiheogo. Harry Gronham and his men acted quickly to control the blaze, rallying 40 workers within hours. The fire affected about 100 acres of grain near a sawmill in Pullabooka State Forest.
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