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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Oct 25, 1946
Page
8
The Associated Press notes Forbes yarding of about 380 cattle on Tuesday October 22. The quality was generally fair with a few standout pens of heavy finished cattle including heavy bullocks.
Weather turns fierce with dust storms and lightning followed by heavy rain. postal figures note activity in Jemalong Weir and nearby districts. A wedding at Bedgerabang Union Church sees Miss Marie Audrey Feld and Frank McCubbin wed, with a large turnout and Melbourne home to follow. Britain food drive organizers in Bedgerabang and surrounding areas report sheep donations and fundraising success totaling over £211, with thanks from State Headquarters.
The report lists prices for heavy steers to 1 0s per cwt, light heifers to 104, heavy cows to 12 7s, and Wink cows to 1 8s. Bullocks per 1000 pounds reach 50 shillings. Dairy cattle forward were cows and calves at low values.
After nearly seven years as teacher in charge at Warroo Public School, Mr C L Hunt and his wife move to Tenterfield. He improved a neglected school amid mud and dust, raised pupil standards, and supported community welfare during and after the war. The district thanks two worthy citizens for their service and friendship.
Wet week brings heavy dust storms and 46 points of rain. Local events include confirmations by Bishop McGuire in Goulburn and diocesan exams at the convent. Family visits and holidays feature Mrs J Culgan, Mr Norman Squire, and Miss Betty Wyath with notes on births and entertainment at Lay Cabin.
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