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Forbes Advocate

Location

Forbes, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Oct 06, 1944

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LHS Athletic Carnival Parade Elevates Town Interest

The LHS athletic carnival opened with a town march by combined houses watched by many spectators. Pupils from across the school impressed with precision and bearing, parading on the oval amid applause as Kurrajong led by their golden flag edged a close contest with Tunnji up, followed by a grand address from Mr. T. H. Ranaley and Mr. H. Hunt.

Kurrajomg Unite Quinte T. H. Ranaley District of Schools HH Hunt Unilko W& Sila

Forbes launches second Vicary Loan amid hopeful town meeting

The Forbes gathering, led by Mayor Gunn and Superintendent Lobell, hailed the second Vicary Loan launch as a step toward funding the town’s needs. Attendees noted strong community support, set up a capable committee, and compared local per capita contributions with other towns while stressing unity to ensure success. Separately, a spate of robberies hit Forbes homes with mowers, hoses, and garden gear stolen, prompting police inquiries.

Forbes Uo Greg. Lobell War Loans Forbes Ue New Temora Moree Cowra Catig Parry Church Clasatreet P. H. Harris Bandon Street Prata Keith Hastings Perry Street Hin Q. H.griffith Church Sear Revere

Breen to Reply Fully to Press and Public Protests

Mr J F Breen MAHI explains in the Ad Vocate that after reviewing charges he asked permission to answer protests from the Press and public. He was given the opportunity to reply and promises a voluminous statement at an early date. Keen interest is expected from all concerned and their immense legion.

Oor Federal J. F. Breen MAHI AdVocate

Forbes Gains Lead In Parkes-Oplen Organ Campaign

Dempsey requests comparative figures for Forbes and Parkes showing Forbes ahead in the organ project. Four–period data reveal Forbes led in three of four plans with a £5340 advantage. Subcommittees were formed to manage activities. Mrs Langmead praised local support from the Forbes Advocate and noted generous gesture by Mr Taylor as plans for the Six Hour Derby and prize distributions proceed.

Parkes Dempsey Tha Forbes Ee V Santa Langmead Forbes “Advocate Taylor

Open Letter From Citizens On War Loan Committe Actions

A civic letter to the mayor and War Loan Committee protests past management and funding demands. It argues for better oversight and accountability, urging decisive action and sustained support for the war effort with proposed future guidance from local volunteers. The text reflects public frustration and calls for constructive engagement.

Citisens Erie Sen

Returned Soldiers' League Holds Meeting at ALTLC Rooms

The Returned Soldiers League met at the ALTLC Rooms on Saturday with about 40 members present. The discussion centered on erecting a club for exclusive use of the branch, with site and finance details to be presented next meeting. New members were welcomed, funds reviewed, and plans discussed for Armistice Day, while a Dis Cumian Group within the league was proposed.

Returned Soldiers’ League ALTLC A. K. Macintosh Mesars N&sw KH Hastings Teig A. Kare Camden League Workers' Education Association Hunt Anancial Pena Sayre Lear

Twin Brother Blamed In Forbes False Pretences Case

A young man, Arthur Williams Ernest Edwards, faced with a false pretences charge at Forbes, first claimed innocence but pleaded guilty at the Police Court yesterday. He was fined £19 20 days plus £5 restitution, or an extra 10 days, for defrauding Palelis by cashing a forged cheque drawn on the Bank of New South Wales. He admitted taking a form from his employer’s book and having another man fill it, saying he did so to pay board and buy clothes.

Arthur Williams Ernest Edwards Forbes Brown F.M W. G. Harrison Palelis W. C. Harrison AL Tibbela Mar Porbes Palelia

Breen's Boloney on Delayed Forbes to Parkes Power Line

The letter from Mr J P Breen to the Porbey Graniers Association attacks government delays in building the Cowra Forbes Parkes electricity line. It argues shortages and excuses mask inaction while Wagga Lerton and Parramatta Penrith electrification proceed. The piece criticizes Breen for public misrepresentation and notes the NSW State Government’s claimed funds and stalled survey status.

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