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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 17, 1936
Page
1
A disputed decision at Forbes Council on the Pura electricity project triggers dueling statements and protests. Officials argue over carrying power from Cudal to Forbes via Eugowra, with residents and the Warhaw Local Government expressing opposition while debates continue on the project’s authority and timing.
Local council outlines Friday discussion on Anmalong hire and Simos laped prepona borrowing for road projects. Tender terms reference dogs Wang Ronda and Wish the Loedt Government. Officials note 90 day period and contract conditions amid loan questions.
A Liberal government grant was approved for Forbes Municipal Council after Town Clerk D P Dempsey reported Sydney talks with Minister Spooner secured £1000 plus an additional £348. The council, except for one absent alderman, agreed to the minister's offer of a 59 percent cost share for the large works scheme, marking a decisive move after extensive consideration.
The report from the manager notes October sales figures for Forbes with values near 28K, 380, and 87 in various areas, detailing the municipal subventions and related financial movements. The document references council actions, appointments, and upcoming procedures affecting sales and approvals.
Fragmentary OCR notes report a storm causing some damage and unusual events around the area. Mentions a fallen stone, a house on Wetrey home, waves, heat, and a court fine. Names and places are unclear due to garbled text.
A garbled report describes electrical service interruptions warning homeowners about outages. It mentions procedures, community names, and officials, including a council or board noting a 120 remote system and absentee votes. The text references legal action and local authorities, with unclear dates and numbers.
A clipped historical notice discusses reductions in rents and telephone charges. It mentions hearings, the portal aid program, and references to an annual financial assessment. The text names several individuals and groups connected to the dispute and hints at legal or regulatory actions to adjust rates and obligations.
The text presents a garbled inquiry about wife complaints and a nonsensical claim involving a wet map and a brand named Kosl Skin Balin. It references confidence for loops and sunburn remedies, followed by unclear terms and misordered words. No coherent event or subject emerges.
A municipal meeting discussed awarding multiple contracts for road work and drainage improvements. The Roads Board consideration covered culvert and gravel pavement projects, with tentative dates and parties named for bids and approvals.
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