Air Borne Landing in Holland Follows Fierce Battle for Aachen
Allied airborne forces landed in Holland to consolidate positions as General Dempsey’s drive into the Netherlands continues from Belgium. German claims of repelled Aachen attacks contrast with heavy losses and new Soviet and Allied actions shaping the eastern and western fronts amid bombardments and strategic bombardments along the Siegfried Line.
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Dempsey
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Tissen
Huta
Moscow
Albemym
Gethlp
Bauwth
Pavel Ne
M& Lado Lamy
Power-House Problem at Forbes Municipal Council
Forbes council reviewed a long report from Royal Insurance engineer Mr Harnett about the Briton engine at the ex-house causing persistent headaches. The discussion sought to identify liability for past breakdowns and faulty workmanship, with questions over responsibility and possible claims against the engineers.
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Forbes Municipal
Royal Insurance Company Ltd
Mr. Harnett
Connell
Button Day Appeal Boosts Australian Comforts Fund Funds
An annual button day fundraiser in Forbes featured a flotilla of volunteers selling shilling and tenpence buttons. Despite some slow cashing of some items, the event drew strong support from women and locals, aiming to surpass last year’s £61 with a forecast of about £170.
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Vyorbes
Emile Elastic
Balurdey
Peter the Lichter
Australian Comforts Fund
Forbes
Salrewomen
Bulk electricity project delay prompts ministerial guidance
The Forbes Municipal Council seeks quick action on the Cowra Forbes bulk electricity line with a 10 week completion target. The mayor and chamber voices accuse delays and urge Prime Minister Curtin and NSW officials to clarify when work will begin, fearing impact on industry and employment. telegrams demand a definite start to the transmission line.
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Forbes
Minister For Public Works and Local Goverenr
Mtr
J. C. Cont
Chamber of Commerce
Bea
AT Chung
Sydney
Dempsey
Lee
Hat Amplicad& Co
Ald Hurtcher
Mr. Curtin
J. Beasley
New South Wales
Sir McKelli
J. P. Breen
EB. F. Dring
Mila
TL_Wna
Forbes Chamber of Commerce
Jemmong Shire
Financial report on Power House finance and costs
A muddled financial briefing notes a deficit of £1201 and higher prices per unit, with trading expenditure up to £13713. The council warns the position remains grave and urges continued cost reduction and stabilisation pending overhaul of the plant. Detailed examination of the statement is deferred to the next council meeting.
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Sib
Gouneil
Warning on trespass and firewood policy at Wandary TM
A notice warns that removing firewood or trespassing on Wandary property will be prosecuted. It states all previews per mission are canceled and is issued by the manager.
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Wandary
Farewell to Mr Clarence by Forbes P A and HB Associations
Committeemen bid farewell to Mr Clarence an active member since arriving in town he received a memento from fellow bankers and was praised for valued services. The president Mir Macintosh and A C Dunlop voiced appreciation while Mr Clarence expressed regret at leaving and urged ongoing district show committee work.
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HB. Association
A Calrence
Clarence
Mir
Macintosh
Herbert
A. C. Dunlop
Ald
Martin
Kelly
Miter Lity
Cocksedge
Porbea
Transport Workers Union Forms Local Committee
A meeting of Over Transport Workers Union of Australia NGW Branch was held in Council Chambers on Wednesday night November 18. FP. A. Watson spoke on organizing lorry owners drivers to prevent haulage price-cutting and on aiding Somnaport industry workers. The new log of claims and future Forbes Town Committee policy were discussed. local committee elected: J. McDougall chair, C J Rousell vice-chair, E Brenner secretary, with J Bean A Girdhan W Bowman H Sullivan G Pout and V Lawler as members.
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Over Transport Workers Union of Austraus
N.G.W
Beber
A. Watson
Somnaport
Ute Forbes Town Committee
J. McDougall
C. J. R. Rousell
E. Brenner
Mesart
J. Bean A. Gi
Cowell earns Distinguished Flying Cross for invasion support
John Edward Cowell eldest son of Mor and Mrs Cowell has been awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for his part in the invasion of France. The Forbes born airman, 28, left Bedgerabong years ago, trained in Australia and Canada, and served as Lancaster bomber captain for 14 months. He flew over at dawn to clear the way for Allied forces, earning high praise for his lifesaving mission. The Cowell family are martial minded with several members in the services. his parents have not yet received formal citation details from the Air Board.
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Forbes San
John Edward Cowell
Sion
Mor
Mir. Ebowell
John
Lie Furmbetils
Bederribomg
Hle
Australia
Canada
Joby
France
Job
Bedgerabong Public
Forbes Inter
Eigh
Gulshiom
Robert
SUI
ATC
Hedgerabomy
Air
Cowell
Air Board
War Service Land Settlement Applications Hearing Date
Applicants for Land Qualification Certificates under the War Service Land Settlement Act are advised that the Classification Committee will meet at the Court House, Porches, at 9 am on Monday, September 35. Applicants advised to attend punctually at us. Our Woods' Great Peppermint Cure For Children's Hacking Cough.
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War Service Land Settlement Act
Howse
Porches
Municipal Council considers library act fine and future meeting
Report from Town Clerk notes Porden Municipal Council and Jemalong Shire Council discuss procedures to establish a fine under the Library Act with Public Library of N W and School of Arts invited to a conference. Alderman Harteher moves Metcalfe return October 8 to meet officials and address a public gathering next day.
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Nbrict
Porden
J. Metcalfe
Public Library of
N.W
Jemalong Shire
Metcalfe
Ald. Harteher
Cownell
School of Arts
Kerbside Parking Plan Discussed by Forbes Police
A Forbes Police conference with Inspector McCormack and Sgt O Sullivan examined kerbside parking in the town. The meeting, attended by Chamber of Commerce and local officials, debated centralising spaces on key streets to aid parcel delivery and reduce pedestrian danger, aiming for a formal scheme next council session.
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Alberason
Chamber of Commerce
Mi- Breades
Gonrt
Vansport
Iermets
Colymereia
Mike
Gomes
Peres Polles
Lachlan Stree
McCormack
Australia
Mormun
Sergi Osuva Ledexlein
Bootle
Satin- Factory Tn
Wightey
Bireoner
Shopa
Peerenisautol
Wien
McDougall
Theuils
Coutell
Heenzo makes one pint of best cough remedy
A vintage advertisement proclaims Heenzo as a quick acting chest and throat remedy. It promises eradicating coughs colds croup and bronchitis with a lightly scented formula costing two shillings per bottle. The home mix involves adding Heenzo to water to yield one pint for adults and children, with orders through stores or chemists.
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Heenzo
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