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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 16, 1938
Page
3
A fragment notes Mr D J Bono of FLO London will indicate September. The incomplete line hints at a transfer or appointment but lacks full details or context for a complete notice.
In the Maher Cup final, Young defended the trophy against Harden-Murromberrah on Wednesday. Scrivener opened Harden’s scoring, Faulkner added a spectacular field goal for Harden, while Young led 6 to at halftime with goals from OConnor and Dillon after the break. Kinnone earned a caution for Young as the match remained competitive and the Young League faced disruption.
Forbes and Canowindra delegates report on the second conference for the Central Tablelands water scheme. Cowra refused further part in the scheme, per capita charge discussed, and a new target of 18d per person favored. An early follow up conference is planned to seek ministerial review and a definite decision.
A New Zealand chemist develops a remedy for rheumatic and urban complaints. The product, first marketed in New Zealand, earns U Patent and is sold worldwide with a money back guarantee. Country newspapers fuel its growth, as imitators follow the proven publicity path.
At Forbes District Ambulances meeting Superintendent Wheeler said Parkes district seeks a boundary conference. The B G W Ambulance Transport Service Board had set the Jemalong Shire as Forbes' boundary, so Parkes will be informed that a conference would be a waste of time for both bodies.
At the first Forbes Ambulance District meeting the eight officers were elected marking the district’s first full year of operation separate from Parkes Forbes. Rev FH Costello was nominated for president while A J Wheeler was praised as superintendent and retained in the role for the new district. Dr Kelleher, Messrs R B H Beddie and D Jolie named vice presidents with A P Bleel re elected treasurer.
A lively note on cheaper tyres for spring driving in Australia. The piece brands Goodyear Pathfinders as reliable old standards and endorses their safety and value. It urges readers to inquire at local dealers and request the free booklet advertised.
John Clement Hay and Ferns Facing Five Charges for Theft at Vacuum OW Co Forbes. Incidents include stealing motor spirit from Union Street depot between August 20 and September 5 with amounts valued and stipulated, adjournment granted until next Tuesday for production of evidence. Police applied for production orders. Palmer appeared for defendant pleading not guilty.
A Forbes Land Board session will be held at the Court House on Wednesday September 4 to consider exchange matters of interest to the P F Board. Listed cases include various enclosures, terms extensions, residence and purchase applications, occupancy inquiry, and recommendations from officials with names and file numbers noted.
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