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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 01, 1936
Page
2
The article notes a homeowner at Bergen Park believes an orange tree recently transplanted from another spot still bore fruit. A second story mentions Mr Toy Anderson’s peach tree that grew from a stone and reached about eight feet, with the peach and other fruit praised at the “Seven Poole” property.
Jorden, president of the Council of Unemployed Relief Workers, will address a large meeting on the Government's recently introduced scheme for alleviating unemployment. The event highlights efforts to curb joblessness and aid those out of work.
The fifth annual scout training camp will be at Gunning Gap fourteen miles from Forbes starting tomorrow and ending Monday September 7. About six scout troops from Grenfell Parkes Forbes possibly Cowra and Condobolin are expected to attend with one State headquarter instructor and local officers. The Lachlan District Banner competition will run during the camp. Parkes Canowindra and Forbes have won it in the past. Visitors are welcome Sunday afternoon September 6 and hot water will be provided.
Open three nights at Surmod Theatre features Sylvia Aidney Fred MacMurray and Henry Fonda with Fred Stone in supporting cast. Walter Wann er produced Paramount version based on John Fox Jr famed novel. first color element used as storytelling device filmed at Big Bear California. tale of feuding families and a young engineer transforming the Cumberland Mountain region.
A romantic drama opens at the Strand with two famous stars who vow hatred but fall in love after meeting. They marry and quarrel on their wedding night, then seek reconciliation amid amusing situations. Based on a Ford Baldwin story the production stars Sullivan with Fonda Croemin Butterworth and Bion Wi.
Film review notes Spencer Tracy at his best in The Murder Man at Strand Theatre. Virginia Bruce delivers a dramatic performance amid a tense unusual romance. Brice plays the sob sister giving lovelorn advice while facing her own heart.
Conowindra retained the Mockler Cup after defeating Wtel Bathurst in a close match. The scoreline shows Conowindra with one point to one three tries and one goal to Bathurst's three goals in a tussle refereed by Mr HR Tynan of Forbes.
A. E. Clarke, sole delegate from the local branch, reports the Farmera and Settlers' Association conference in Sydney approved a gift for State President E. Field in recognition of four years of service. Clarke discusses conference votes, proposed changes to the constitution, and debates on wool standards and settlement policy. He notes reception of recommendations and praise from colleagues, including Mr. Brady and Mr. Sweeney.
Farmers and Settlers Association branch met Saturday with little business after delegate report. Attendees included W.R. Thomas Jun president G H Arnfith P R Tickner Ward Bassett Coulte Sweher Clarke and Ward welcomed new member. Correspondence from H W C Thorby ALP and Ashburnham Electorate Council noted. A sympathy letter to Hood Wing Denny Miller read.
The Forbes Golf Club opened its local A and B championship rounds on Sunday with 18 more holes to be played on September 13. Lead players include Stan in the A division with 161 for 8 holes and Norman Coles leading the B division. numerous scores are listed for the clamplanelip flag, with a handicap event following.
The report records a conference discussion where Mr Clarke thanked delegates and noted issues in probate charges including a 10 percent interest on probate payable from death. It mentions attendance hurdles due to floods and debate over dumping the fur system for wheat, with Sir Arthur Trethowan opposing changes and Mr Trethowan supporting the current averaging standard.
Mrs. Price of Sydney visits Forbes at Wandwry Wand while Jane Leallt returns from Yerra Yerra firecent automate hospital work. Many Forbes residents receive visits births marriages and travel notes, with local staff and private hospital movements scattered through the Forbes scene.
The Weaver Cup final pitted St Laurence against Wiiga t on Saturday afternoon with a handicap format. St Laurence prevailed despite conceding 13 games, securing the title for the fourth time. Names from the St Laurence club include Laurie Greg Paddy Jack and Mollie, all noted as Country Work players.
A bold ad touts Creme Charmosin as a remedy to aged looking skin. It claims the product restores a fresh, young appearance, reduces flaws, and shields the skin from harsh air and wind. The copy urges readers to use the creme to enjoy activities like motor sport and tennis with improved skin.
Ad jumbles product terms and prices with vague references to cosmetics and accessories. Mentions Droesing table jars and Handbag tubes with scattered figures. Overall fragmentary and unclear, no coherent event or outcome.
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