Strand Theatre Presents Absolutely Genuine Talkies
The Strand Theatre showcases Absolutely Genuine Talkies using the Famous Filmatone Ap paratus. It contrasts this device with the previous Hannaphone apparatus deemed unsatisfactory.
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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 13, 1929
Page
8
The Strand Theatre showcases Absolutely Genuine Talkies using the Famous Filmatone Ap paratus. It contrasts this device with the previous Hannaphone apparatus deemed unsatisfactory.
Miss Margaret Ellen Kelly wed Hertine Roy Gore at St Laurence s Church in a long white tule gown with orange blossoms and arum lilies. The bride is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Roland Kelly of North Hind Forbes. Fr Fox officiated. Reception followed at the Kelly home. The couple departed for a Sydney honeymoon.
At a meeting that week the P P Board rejected a Carcoar Board proposal for cooperation in voicing protest against transferring noxious weeds control from Shire Councils to P P Doarde. The Forbes Board and In verell Board debated cyanide use and stock movement amid heavy travelling permit receipts. Stock Inspector Mr Little reported widespread hand feeding and unrecorded brands, with serious offences found in several districts.
A double wedding tale unfolds with Elsie Byrnes of Forbes marrying Bernard Grogan of Forbes at St Laurence’s Church. The event featured pastel tones, a reception at the groom’s parents’ home, and plans to settle in the city after Sydney travel.
The Forbes club lists players McDade Williams Nilon Davis Crippen Davidson Vigne Robinson Barton Murray Barr Cronin Goldsbrough Moriwid Co. Ltd Sydney as possible for a Sunday clash with Eugowra at Forbes Links. Also reports opening wool sale with 6486 bales from drought-affected districts and varied prices across lots.
The Forbes band conducted by Mr. J Turner will give a Sunday afternoon concert at the District Hospital starting at 3 o clock. The public is invited to attend. The programme includes Punjaub March Queen of Dreama In the Cathedral Dandy Fifth Schottische Hileralie Le Fleurs D Australie The Great Little Army.
A large cut glass chandelier in Hall's jeweller shop on Rankin Street mirrors the Prince Edward Theatre piece in Sydney. It comprises 600 pieces assembled by Mr. A. Hall from morning to evening. The dazzling display draws attention at night as electric light reflects into flashing colors.
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