Forbes and Parkes Show Carry On Amid War Years
The Forbes and Parkes exhibitions pressed on during wartime with weather and petrol rationing shaping crowds. Parkes posted a £52 gate gain over last year, Forbes saw £24 on Tuesday and total takings of £306 amid drought and restrictions. Official opening by MP Mr Breen praised continuity to aid troops and economy, despite lower attendance and ration constraints.
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Forbes and Parkes P
Parkes Association
Forbes
Parkes
J. BP. Breen
M-H-R
Qalare
Ald. Pord
BP. Schwarts
Pa, & H. Association
Mr. Breen
Breen
Sydney
Rescle Launches of Britains Air Force Centers of Activity
The report covers the career of the district during wartime decline and economic outlook as the Forbes Show approaches. It highlights exhibitions industrial pavilions livestock and machinery rows with judging panels and the overall support from MLA and federal members. Revenue and attendance details show cash trades at sideshows and booths run by local groups including the Women’s Hospital Auxiliary and local committees.
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Mhini
Morkely
Alery
Wiey
E. P. Oring
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C.W.A
Successful Dance at Howth Forbes Convent School Night
The Howth Forbes Convent School hosted a post show dance on Wednesday night with over 300 attendees. Wenban's orchestra provided music as Mir Alan Howarth served as MC and volunteers offered a substantial pre midnight repast. Air Force trainees joined the crowd and sang briefly during the event, with extras by Mr J Marcher and Mrs Oirdhar.
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Howth Forbes Convent
Wenban
Mir Alan Howarth
Caple
Air Force
J. Marcher
Oirdhar
Committed for Trial in Oil Theft Case
At Forbes Palloe Court the case against Cornelius William Jones for breaking, entering and stealing four gallons of branded oil and a quart bottle of oil from Modern Meter Andle Ltd was committed for trial. The defendant pleaded not guilty and elected to rejoin his defence, with the case set for Forbes Quarter Sessions on October 15 and bail fixed at 50 pounds with surety options.
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Forbes Palloe Court
Cornelius William Jones
Modern Meter Andle, Ltd
Mr. &. Donaldson
PLM
J. F. Williams
Engin
Williams
O'Neill
Lake
Jones
Forbes
Ball
Case Postponed in Local Police Court
In the late Police Court Forbes PP Board proceeded against Albert Scrivner for falling deer rubbles on his holding. Mr Mellon for the Board requested adjournment as inspectors were away on holidays. The PM Mr Donaldson granted the request postponing till October on condition the defendant be notified.
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Lote
Forbes PP Board
Albert, Scrivner
Parkes Council backs Forbes drive for distillery site
Parkes Municipal Council votes to aid Forbes in securing a Commonwealth power alcohol distillery site, amid debate over whether Forbes or Wagga should host. Mayor and Aldermen urge cooperation, noting Parkes benefits from increased traffic and railway activity if Forbes succeeds.
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Parkes
Parkes Municipal
Tuesfay
Forbes
EP Dring
Waller
Dring
Gounell
Alber
Porten
Ald Stevena
Ald
Geddes
Wagga
Benem
Ald Miler
Mc. Dring
Porbes
Gilfins Twilight Dance Raises Funds in Town Hall Event
A Gilpin Ltd dance at the Town Hall drew many dancers for a lively evening. Net proceeds reached £22 10s after expenses, with raffle proceeds canceled. prize to Mrs. E Anderson of Tinken Hill.
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Stalf of Gilpin Ltd
Door
E Anderson
Tinken Hill
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