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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Oct 04, 1935
Page
1
A chaotic Abyssinia incident is described with multiple names and unclear roles. A man identified as V Guigain aged 40 allegedly attacked another with a sharp object during a tense afternoon confrontation. The report references injuries and potential production of evidence in court proceedings.
Bombing by Malind planes hits Adowa near the Eritrean border killing women and children amid rising war fears. Italian forces reportedly cross border while Abyssinia mobilizes under Haile Selassie as League of Nations talks loom.
A disputed case before the Supreme Court on Tuesday involves a Bathurst Advocate and a paint advertisement. The plaintiff alleges damages of 48050 and asserts a violation by the Bathurst Advocate, with references to figures like Bunnett and Wathwell Castle Hotel in the proceedings and claims related to a sale scheduled for later in the week.
The Commonwealth Government plans to push abolition of the flour tax at today’s Commonwealth and State Ministers conference in Canberra. It also aims to maintain a home consumption price for wheat farmers while seeking broader policy reforms.
A fragmentary report praises the Town Clerk and municipal leadership amid a contested council debate. The text references ministers, a government mayor, and Count Denipaey's role, but clarity is limited by the damaged OCR and scattered phrasing.
John Urun of Fragments reported the acting leadership of One Federal Seal Party. Curtin’s election faced delays. Curtin’s predecessor will remain in position while Far a remains in place to retain the post.
A fragmentary report details a public event at Mount Manmond involving Meagher and others, with departure plans and a campaign noted. The piece mentions a gym or hall, a rivalry with GWA, and a chaotic scene with multiple names, dates, and locations in a rough OCR style.
Local council discussions about a Saleyards project reveal procedural concerns and disputes over fencing and construction plans. The mayor and Alderman Flannery faced critical questions as residents noted delays and questioned permits and funding.
The Legislative Assembly hears a debate on county taxes and public funding with mentions of Mr Elliott and other officials. The discussion centers on whether taxation should relieve the burden for clubs and communities and how revenue would be allocated.
A horse sale notes numerous lots from two to four year olds with buyers bidding on purebred and mixed stock. Vendors include Moore, Brooke & Co with consignments from Faroe and Jammy. Prices quoted reach up to 430, with several horses described as exceptionally well bred and well conditioned.
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