Raiders Stealing From Cars In Town
Raids by unknown thieves alarm residents as car break ins rise in unfrequented spots. Report mentions a Forbes bush moved from a head-bights and various names, with unsettled details and unclear specifics.
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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 04, 1931
Page
1
Raids by unknown thieves alarm residents as car break ins rise in unfrequented spots. Report mentions a Forbes bush moved from a head-bights and various names, with unsettled details and unclear specifics.
Frederick G. Chatker, injured when his left leg shattered, underwent above knee amputation after gangrene set in. He died hours later despite the operation. The incident occurred on Mr G M Betty's property last Monday. Chatker was a native of England with family in Newentlen Tyne and Vancouver, Conude.
The Show notes boast a superb display of entries and many high quality attractions. The president and secretary visited Parkes this week and praised the splendid draught horses and agricultural exhibits. A rough rider demonstration by Avatrabdi’s removal will feature bullock riding, aiming to lift the event to new heights and attract visitors from all ages.
A fragmented OCR style item references a “Back to Committee” moment amid a noisy tale of events. Names, places, dates, and numbers are scrambled but suggest a political or civic process. The readable parts imply a formal review or rebuke directed at a committee. The tone resembles a public notice or editorial snippet from a historical newspaper.
A fragmented report describes Forbes as bustling with activity. Workers hunt for jobs, traffic thick, and a large crowd of applicants noted, with over 1000 applications received and plans for ongoing repair work beginning Thursday.
The Country Women's Association Rest Tent will be open on the Showground for the two days of the Show Tuesday and Wednesday. Mothers and children may use the tent to rest and escape fatigue during the visit.
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Yesterday’s Parkes Show features multiple race results led by Slur Haridheag and King's Pride. Notable runners include Duke Serge, Good Trip, Australian Belle, and John Rodgers with varied betting figures and finish positions in tight, neck to length margins.
The post office will observe holidays on Wednesday and Thursday next week for Show and rave events. Open 9 am to 12 noon on those days, Mora mail closes at noon, usual letter delivery by postman continues. Radio programming highlights and screen ads from Paling's George Street Sydney.
Mr H K Nockwald urged reopening of the Barcobalgie meat works to boost fat lamb prices, suggesting about one shilling per head for district farmers. The article notes widespread debate and the role of fat lambs, dairying, and small crop growth as the best policy for farmers today.
Secretary Grimeted of Forbes Cricket Association reports autographed bat from the ippac team visit on September 18. The bat bears visitor names including Don Bradman. Interest is high as newspapers pursue Bradman offers. private supporters have advanced money to guarantee the visit.
Yesterday morning Mr. J. Plownan reported the Emu Vale residence had been broken into. About £20 stolen. Sergeant Fertia of Purkea investigated and found traces leading to the arrest of Peter McDonald, 36, and James Krell, 24, two men from the district, on charges of breaking and entering. They are to appear before Forkes Police Court today and were remanded.
The CW OAL unit stages a wool themed women’s handicraft exhibit at Forbes Show next week. It offers a prize of one guineas for the best collection. The event highlights domestic crafts and aims to showcase skill among women participants.
A massive £80,000,000 deficit reported for the first two months of the year signals a larger shortfall ahead beyond the £120,000,000 deficit carried at 30 June 1990. The national debt trends upward after a long reduction, income tax receipts fall by £7,000,000 in July and August, with overall revenues down. Congress Appropriations Committee chair Mr Wood campaigns for reduced military spending.
The Flower Show of the Fortes Methodist Church opens at 3 o'clock this afternoon with His Worship the Mayor officiating. The display runs until tomorrow and promises intriguing attractions including Verbena and other blooms.
Out of call reports Wednesday say wireless attempts by Shr Hubere Wittine to contact the Nautilus, the submarine seeking the North Pole, have yielded no reply since Sunday. Scientists suspect submerging has weakened wireless power, explaining BewH's absence.
The alarmed production of The Green Goddess arrives at the Strand Theatre tonight and Saturday night. George Arlis stars as the famed cut-throat Baghe, with Alice Joyce H. B. Warner and Ralph Forbes in supporting roles. Alfred E. Green directs with John Josephson adapting from William Archer's original story.
Thoroughly renovated items offered in first class order with prices from £66 and a £5 deposit. Terms cash on delivery or agreeable payment. Inquiries directed to PALINGS at 38 George Street, Brdoey, for local agents and particulars.
Saintly weather gave way to a week of showery conditions ending with Thursday’s heavy rain. The week’s totals placed Thursday as the wettest day with significant rainfall and lingering dampness.
In Condobolin tensions flare as players claim eligibility for the Shield contest. The Vibeup invalidates Condobolin’s team, Forbes protests, and officials refer the dispute back to the group. A formal apology is demanded from Condobolin for a prior incident.
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