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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 26, 1929
Page
1
At a Friday meeting the council debated purchasing a roadmaking machine. Dr Herbert opposed the buy citing economy and maintenance concerns. Several members argued costs and future road work, while one urged delaying advertising for graders until next year.
The council clerk reports the budget, graft concerns, and proposed payments with figures indicating funds, ceases, and anticipated completions. The document mentions recovery prospects, contracts, and the aim to finish works with regular expenditures and rates under review.
The Tomatong Shire gathers Friday with Dr OFM presiding and attendees Gru Heddle Roberts Hammon Jopen Ei voting. Debate centers on Main Road spending and removal of obstructions, with calls to protest the ratepayers and decisions for next year.
Jemalong Shire Council debated farmer support for maintenance men, with Dr Griffith noting farmers sought better treatment but not benefiting the council. The meeting covered road graveling, tree removal, and formation near Wirrinya and Parkes, plus funding and approvals for various works and extensions.
Edward Hammond of West Cowra fell from a horse on the Carcour road. The horse rolled upright while the rider tried to regain balance, causing Hammond to suffer a broken leg according to local eye witnesses.
The article notes a large settlement scheme in Queensland covering about 200000 acres near Barcaldine and Bay Deen with proposed rail links. It reports land values from 18 000 to 41 000 per acre and annual rents, plus a projected cattle capacity and administration plans. Applications are expected despite difficult times, with sales opening in January.
Ad claims LYNBOLA will cure the most frightful cough and is easy to take and very effective. Mentions a two paragraph banner and references Kennard Chomint and Lachlan Street.
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