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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Oct 20, 1939
Page
3
Persil demonstrators led by J. Kitchen and Sons management will visit homes to show Persil cleaning results and assist housewives with laundry problems. Forbes is named as a Persil demonstrator in the Ville of Forbes.
A Grazier Association appeals to the Minister for Agriculture seeking repeal of the Noxious Insects Act arguing the tax is inequitable and that poisoned bran has not saved birds or insects. The minister rebutts, noting no practical alternative exists to curb widespread grasshopper outbreaks which threaten parks and farm areas despite warnings.
Bold claims describe a remedy named BACKACE KIDNEY as a universal cure for backache and kidney issues. The text markets relief from pain by addressing uric and metabolic causes, promising energy return and reduced swelling. It mentions testimonials and tests but lacks verifiable evidence.
The council reports include sewerage and drain workers confirmations, disease totals with diphtheria and fever cases, and immunisation notes. It records refreshment room license applications for several Lachlan Street addresses and outlines required building improvements and deadlines for approval. It also covers gas and electricity operations, water supply changes, and ongoing road and park maintenance including Lake Forbes trees and bowling greens progress.
A Calorie resident, Jack Cwernor, faced a wool theft charge valued at £3. The local Police Court dismissed the case after police evidence without the defendant answering. Wool had been sold to Austen under the name BR Reid. multiple witnesses tied the defendant to the transaction, but the court found no definite proof the wool in court was stolen. The charge was dropped and wool returned. a separate license charge against O’Connor was postponed.
The foundation for the second green is consolidated and leveled while work on erecting the temporary fence has begun. Repairs to the Blackstone oil engine were completed and work resumed September 1, including crushing and screening for subsidised and private works. A slight crack appeared in the piston head during painting but is not expected to affect current engine operation.
Forbes Model Engineers display growing activity as members complete two model steam engines and a 1 metre locomotive frame. A garage workshop houses an air compressor from an old 1905 car, with geared pulleys and a 150 psi cylinder, highlighting hands on projects and member achievements.
Visiting optician Mr Dd Bones, PIO tLandens, will visit Forbes on Wednesday November 1. Appointment preferred in advance at Knepton's Pharmacy consulting rooms Valdenberg Hotel.
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