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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Oct 23, 1942
Page
5
A scanned obituary page lists multiple memorials for Nicholsons and others, with acknowledgments from spouses, children, and grandchildren. Messages honor deceased relatives with dates, family names, and expressions of remembrance, consistent with standard mourning notices.
Readers are invited to attend a grand concert on Thursday night October 29 featuring an array of vocal groups and instrumental numbers. Tickets are available through the event organizers with performances by noted artists and ensembles from local clubs and schools.
The Forbes Co-operative Society invites nominations for positions including directors and officers. Nominations close with the secretary on Movember 4 p.m. and a meeting will appoint auditors and consider reappointment of key posts.
The Forbes council warns of impending legal action against ratepayers who have not made satisfactory payment arrangements. A separate notice states that water service disruptions will occur for premins on outstanding rates. No further notices will be given.
A fragmented probate notice item lists wills and executors for Edgar Woon of Fralrit Lands near Forte and Henry Blanchard Morclan of Queen Fortees, with applications after fourteen days from publication. Creditors are urged to send particulars, addressed to Weaver and Co Forbes in Sydney.
The document outlines a government clothing order detailing shirt styles for men and pajamas with changes to collar shapes, sleeve length, and cuffs. It specifies production targets, fabric use, and efficiency aims, including open-front blouses and coat shirts, while noting packing and labor considerations and a shift toward wartime economy.
At Forbes the weekly sheep sale saw about 4000 head yarded with mixed demand for store and fat lambs. Prices varied with age and tooth, buyers noting strong lines of bred ewes and rams while some classifications showed softer interest.
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