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Forbes Advocate

Location

Forbes, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Oct 24, 1941

Page

7

Dry conditions threaten lower Eureka area yields

Continued drought worries farmers in Eugowra as haymaking begins and yields are expected to fall. Aircraftsman Clyde Douglas and Mrs. Douglas welcome a baby son in Newcastle. A recruiting contingent and traffic through the town attract local interest amid strike-related tensions.

Eugowra Clyde Douglas Douglas Newcastle Doreen Mallick Misa Ida Cameron Lnst

First Aid Classes In CARAGABAL Attract Citizens

The National Emergency Service runs first aid classes each Thursday evening led by Mr Hayden and lecturer Dr Blamey. The program teaches artificial respiration and related methods. Nearby residents welcome the improved daily motor train service aiding country living.

National Emergency Service Hayden Tg Blamey

RAF Raiders Press German Front in Wide Channel Attacks

RAF raids hammered north western Germany on Wednesday with heavy bomber squadrons seen in the Boulogne Calais corridor. Daylight sweeps followed across the Channel and into northern France. German losses were reported as 12 fighters. British air forces based in the Middle East attacked Tripoli and Benghazi with harbour damage seen from 150 miles away. Additional strikes hit Sicily.

Channel Bologne-Calais France RAP Middle East Tripoli Benghant Sicily

Bedgerabong Hay-Cutting Progress Amid Drought Notes

The Bedgerabong district reports hay-cutting underway with good yields despite hot dusty spells and sporadic rain. Exodus of families impacts local life as Monwonga hosts a woolgrowers fund drive and a forthcoming Spitfire competition to aid Mr. McPhillamy’s campaign.

Kedorrabong Forth Mra H. G. Field Forbes Monwonga McPhillamy

Quandialla Queen Rally Bid for Sir North Farewell

A Quandialla hall gathering featured a Women's Voluntary Service dance and euchre tournament to raise funds for the local Queen. Prizes were awarded to Mrs. G McDonald and Mrs. J McCabe, with speeches honoring Bruce North and a presentation of a bouquet to Mrs North. Members from the Returned Soldiers and local groups delivered thanks as music and tributes closed the event.

Quandialla Quandialla Hall Women's Voluntary Service Mesdames Kerr and Brown Mises Gordon K. McDonald P. Olan Lord Pata Betty Mapler Mirn North J. Burns Mie M. Aller Conn Quandiafla Gonna Brice Betty Bury Tobruk G. Collns Country Women's Association G. McDonald J W. Burns Misa Quendinila School Betty Burts Wil Bruce Quondvilla Byrne

New Ships Catch Up With Sinkings

In a New York report, shipbuilding and Allied shipping progress are noted as tonnage losses from sinkings and new construction rise in parallel. Rear Admiral Emory Land discusses the steady rate of sinkings and production, asserting a path toward victory for Neil.

Neseaught Ascis Sanat St Wineven Chatrma Marie Emory New

Garema Soldiers Attend Secret Dance Honoring ALP Member

Garema Hall was crowded Tuesday as residents and district guests joined a secret dance honoring an ALP member on leave. Pte Bowler spoke and received a peace token from the Garema Red Cross, with Mrs Davie presenting. First aid classes start Wednesday as hay-cutting continues amid a dry spell.

Garema Dirtrate ALP Miri. Davie E. Foster Garema R.cb Gandoracen Deast Davie Pro. B. Bowler Gurema Pte. J. Dwyer Pinnacle Darwin Jook Lieut A. Davie ALF Tor Sian Day Horace

Grawlin Plains Agri Bureau Meets at Warrawee Home

A Grawlin Plains branch meeting at Warrawee Old Grenfell Road Forbes discussed honorary wartime memberships for W and J Alexander now serving abroad. They planned a November field day, a Women's Land Army talk led by Miss Lorna Byrne, and a Silver Ink erend presentation to C B Mahle for nine years of service. A euchre event raised funds for Red Cross with Mrs W Hancock and FR Leder among winners.

Grawlin Plains Agriuitucad Buca Mrr R .H. Beddie Warrawee Grenfell Road Forbes Messrs W. A. Hantock B Mahie J. Alexander A.lp B. Mahlo J. Gly SN. Davie J. Sly Lorna Byrne C. B. Mahle Bureau W. Hancock FR Leder

Goolagong Golf Wind-up Ends Season With Farewell

Postings from Goolagong note a windy week with drought effects on growth. Funds raised at a Friday stock sale by Red Cross ladies support the Prisoners of War Fund. Golf events conclude with nine hole stroke and mixed foursome wins. significant farewells mark the social close, including Mr. Slaven departing for Bytley and local church notices.

Goolagong Red Cross Prisoners of War Fund Geo. Cooley Friday's Vale J P. McWilliam Links Ralph Canowindra A. Fergusson Robinson More ‘Grant Rue Canowinedra

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