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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Oct 03, 1952
Page
1
A ballot for three bedroom homes will be held in the Council Chambers at 6 36 tonight. The Forbes Tenancy Advisory Committee will meet at 7 p m.
Weather updates report the main river levels remain steady despite Wednesday night and Thursday morning rain. Gauges show low increases in Forbes and Eugowra areas, with Wyangala Dam reading just below spillway and readings near Grenfell Road recording 125. The article also includes stray comments on local topics and a note about education and Britain's potato trade.
Dr Young sustained severe injuries when his plane crashed near Griffith. He was cared for by townsfolk and the Flying Doctor Service aided by pilot Allan Miller. Mrs Young was taken to Griffith by car as efforts continued to stabilize him at Goonbar Station Hospital.
A farewell gathering at Tower Hall honors Insp Nixon noted for his social involvement and town service. The event, attended by local officials and ambulance road safety advocates, celebrates his friendly manner and active community work.
Friends of Mrs. Earle Rawlins flantina Wahroonga regret her passing last word. In early century she and her late husband were notable workers for Forbes district. They lived at the old homestead Walla Wallah then Rivers Leigh, built homestead there. He built homes at Bogebigal and Sumbridge. Bedgerabong, home of their daughter Mrs. Cotterill.
A large Forbes hosted youth rally plans for 1000 delegates from Melbourne, Canberra, and beyond. Delegates will attend events at Spooner Oval and Lawrences Hall with Army Cadet displays, a midday march, and a Sunday function, emphasizing billeting and catering arrangements for a smooth weekend.
A Wednesday meeting in Council Chambers brought together Aldermen, the CWA, and Housing Commission officials. Ald Colleps welcomed attendees and stressed housing as vital for town prosperity. Mr Gilbert from the Housing Commission asked not to be reported, leading Ald Collett to conclude the roundtable could not be covered.
The John Meagher 4 Os. Ply. Ltd. firm marks 85 years of service with branches in Forbes and surrounding towns. Founder Jon Meagher, born in Ireland, opened the Bathurst shop in 1867. The article notes expansions to Caragabal, West Wyalong, Temora, Cootamundra and Yass and mentions a community program and a fifth generation successor, Fortes Meagher, continuing the family business.
Forbes hosts One Act Play Night featuring three short works under festival rules. Nelly Lacey and the Bushranger stars Cecile Mothercote in early Australia orientated drama. Family Album by Pat Reymond and Phoenix Too Frequent by Christopher Fry complete the programme with Mrs Raymond producing.
A wagon from the Daroobalgir Meatworks Forbes driven by Reg McBeth overturned 12 miles from Trundle on the Condobolin road Thursday afternoon. The driver suffered cuts to the head and was taken to Trundle Hospital. condition uncertain. The wagon was badly damaged and likely replacement needed.
Forbes Red Cross branch reports £208 raised in September through a series of donations and stalls. Funds were boosted by £50 from a major donor and smaller contributions from locals, plus proceeds from competitions and ticket sales. October events are planned with a stall on October 31 and a national badge sale on December 5 to support hospital libraries and overseas aid.
Cricket coaching session scheduled for a camp has been postponed due to unspecified constraints. No new date announced and organizers urge participants to await further updates.
In Our Point of View the Advocate urges the Housing Commission to end secrecy in housing matters. Forbes and public critics demand full facts on delinquencies and methods, arguing daylight is needed to address the dire home shortage and public confidence.
At a Forbes Historical Society meeting, extracts from 1870s council minutes reveal early town tasks such as removing three stumps on Lachlan Street, appointing a town clerk, and borrowing funds to build Camp Street and bridges. The discussion shows libel concerns, property disputes, grazing on the Common, and governance tensions during the district’s formative days.
A grade players have been named for Forbes pennant clashes next Sunday. The selection includes J Giropiakip, A Biehens, E Willsang, Willis, W Robertson (skip), C Bes tove, Thornton, Ray Acret S Gale (skip), KR McDade, D Grogan, Dr Helleher. Other listed players include A Gunniskipy, P Rousell, Jack Bly, J Girdham. Players must bring cake or cone and afternoon tea. Additional squads cover Eugowea NN and EvGowWra AR. Transportation to Eugowra Sunday arranged, depart at 1:45.
The Baldock Shield semi finals list numerous players including Wallwork, McDade, Woodhouse, Bevin, Rout, Copeland and many others. Early rounds feature squads from Lomarrow to Coventry with scores and pairings noted across multiple matches.
A dialogue fragment features Salaman praising shirts as strong and laughing at laundry, while Cusbewres counters with a memory of garments returning with their sides peeled or damaged.
The 1952 Forbes Show, slated for Monday and Thursday, is expected to be near the best ever by the Society. Despite winter difficulties, entries are high, with many late arrivals and an increase over last show. Four trotting races are scheduled each day, with numerous entries still coming in.
A fragmented report lists competitors such as W Johnson B S Pewter T Edwards 101 B GreenTree W Lee Archer B Boyd KR Morrison Levis ER Morrison B Fairclough Tom Kirk Des Kirk BR Egan and EK. The passage notes par ty cad ees reports that payfee spans at 17 the fully tax ee are said had to be rationed severely. A large muster of gideshown is anticipated per the secretary’s advice.
Monday reached 80 degrees marking the hottest spring day so far. Tuesday opened with a pool night feel and a low of 52 degrees.
The Riverina itinerary of a group dubbed the dud cheque gang includes Goulburn Grange and Wagga with members cashing valueless cheques. A known local guarantor John Meagher & Co Pty Ltd warned staff will not honor cheques from unknown signatories despite a bearer’s claimed trust.
Jemolong Shire has been advised as a grant recipient under the Commonwealth Aid Roads Act CAROC program to support road works and maintenance in the shire area. The approval outlines funding details and project scope for local infrastructure improvements.
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