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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 16, 1948
Page
1
A group of tech students express appreciation for Mr Allen in a year end function. They thank him for his guidance and acknowledge the department hopes he continues as teacher next year with support from Mr Gooke.
A chaotic Cowra council session discussed municipal attitudes toward regional matters. The minutes note debates on the renovation plan, election outcomes, and the council’s path forward amid tense disagreements among Aldermen.
Death of Mr J P Dunn also known as John Patrick Dunn aged 63 reported yesterday in District Mapa. Former Portes Municipal Court member with long public service. Funeral from St Lawrence's Church this afternoon to Catholic cemetery after service.
An ad style fragment touts blue eyes and creme charm as the pinnacle of beauty. It pitches a lipstick called Creme Charmosan Creme Charm might be worn with confidence and allure while naming a fictional store and a stocky price cue from a historic era.
Amid high ceremony at Buckingham Palace and global fanfare, Princess Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh announce the birth of a son. World leaders and citizens send congratulations while royal observers note the event's significance for the royal lineage and future duties.
A Forbes municipal council meeting reviewed auditor certificates and the town's overdraft status. The report details trading funds, sewerage and water works, and proposed budget measures. The council approved the report and directed submissions to the general fund, noting increased overdraft limits but cautioning against future debit.
Fragmented OCR reads show a local night tennis event with teams or players listed and matchups. References to November dates and a step program suggest a schedule update and anticipated finals. The text is garbled but indicates ongoing rounds and preparations for a broader tournament.
Local obituary notes the passing of Tom Gordon a noted figure in the Western District known for his community roles and family ties. He was born in Glengawan Moor and lived much of his life in the area before his death on Saturday at Mosman.
Donations to a Fund for Mrs Hawkins are being collected by the Forbes Aero Club to aid the widow and her family in the Lac Dou Lao Bawein area. Previous contributions totaled 100 pounds with additional sums noted from Gunn and White among others, dating to 1914.
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