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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 18, 1949
Page
5
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Local agent Mr Auvien says Forbes area wheat acreage should resemble previous year with similar yields. Farmers fear rot and spoilage of stored grain as harvest nears, with late maturing grain and weather delaying cutting in places. Strong emphasis on timely storage and market readiness.
Ex Communist Mr McGillick led a Forbes Town Hall gathering of about 60 people, denouncing the Communist Party and its alleged influence across politics, science, education, and unions. He named organizations and figures, warned of undercover activity, and urged unity for national welfare amid alleged Soviet-backed efforts.
Forbes Deputy Mayor presided as Alderman Conridge attended by Hart Jones Caflett Hallway Ryan Woods. Health Inspector Breen reported Forbes free of serious infections for a month. Notices issued for Davison premises at 62 Lachlan Street. owner urged to improve. Quarry shed and root work discussed. Fence restoration at logon reserve. stock protection planned. Grenfell Street avenue repairs completed. dead trees replaced. Tree removal and new plantings approved at Spring Street. Grandstand painting done. Town Hall renovations postponed. Contract price for electrical work rejected. Bedding and roadwork updates noted. Subdivision applications from Mellon & Meillom and W. Westblade discussed. Lot 4 Farnell Street split planned. Building applications listed. Auby Tresns involved.
The report covers expected wheat yields well below peak production, with current estimates around 1838 bushels per acre. It also notes sewer and housing projects including a 0 be erected dwelling on Lot 4, Clement Acres, and a roadway lighting plan for King George Memorial Park with costs estimated at £572 for six street standards. A probation period for sewer works supervisor Ho McRae ends with a recommendation to confirm appointment.
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