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Forbes Advocate

Location

Forbes, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Sep 16, 1947

Page

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Nationalisation of Trading Banks Protest Meeting

A hastily called public meeting presided by Mr GQ HO Grimb denounced government plans to nationalise trading banks. Speakers including Mr John Howse and Mr Lang urged action against the proposal, warning it would threaten democracy and liberty. They attacked the Chifley government and the private banking system as centralized power risks.

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Appointment of Library Assistant Sparks Council Debate

The council debated the library assistant appointment with critics accusing the process of political influence. Ald. Hartcher urged reading Hayek and called for public clarity, while supporters argued the decision should stand to avoid press misrepresentation and protect staff and public access.

Wake Up on Indonesia and World War Reflections

Fragmented text from a contentious meeting, referencing Indonesia, Australia, and wartime themes. Mentions a Library subcommittee interviewing two girls, Ming Dempsey and Mina Chalument, about careers and a council appointment choice. Continues on page J.

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Carrawobitty Debate Over Agricultural High School Site

Forbes residents urge the Currawobbity homestead remains for an Agricultural High School, opposing a proposed delinquent home. Dr H L Delohery and local leaders argue the site suits education better, amid board recommendations and petitions.

Ghaw Steteklund Corrawobitty Lund A. J. Meagher Alte Mir Meagher R. Jones Forbes Spock Beertcultuital High School Boonely Ald Rot Paddiso Grime Ito Parker Forors Parenta and Citaus Association Aletta Etree Martenwind M Parker Ald Omrhawebutty Marist Bros Puch Forbes HL. Delohery RSS ATLA Lkely Bette”ment Advisory Board Cerrawoblity Jack Simpson Andh Mr. Simpson

Liberal leaders Menzies and Casey elected to Federal Liberal post

At a Federal Council meeting of the Liberal Party Mr Menzies proposed Mr Casey for election as Federal president. The pair pledged to work together to lead the party.

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Parks and play areas plan lands government grant

Local council讨论 on Thursday evening heard a programme to improve town playing fields with an estimated cost around £3500 to £4000. Alderman Soutth and Morton moved to submit a government grant request and to show how general funds would be used for future improvements. Debates followed over reallocation of sites and potential new uses for Wongajong courts and other grounds.

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Australia’s migration and industry push shapes remote country notes

A fragmented 19th century discussion links Australian migration to industrial schemes and regional development. Emphasis on Lachlan Valley projects, Beigite concept, and population growth as drivers of national expansion. The piece debates bold finance, policy, and timing for a broader settlement program and mining plans.

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Industrial Policy and Labor Hours Debate in Australia

The piece discusses how a 0-hour workweek proposal and reduced working hours would not lower production or boost welfare. It argues the real issue is capacity and demand, and that production costs and consumer markets will dictate outcomes. It foresees minimal gains from shorter hours and questions the impact on both agriculture and industry.

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Gymkhana and Sports Meet for Forbes Ambulance

A gymkhana and sports gathering organized by Forbes Ambulance Society was held on Friday night to support the same nation and feature competitions with a prize fund of around £8. The event thanked Dray Brow and the three participating ladies for their help and noted appreciation letters will be sent to attendees.

Forbes PA W. Robertson Legary Forbes Svea CIA Meare Dray Brow Megs. Bowman and Judd

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