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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 20, 1929
Page
11
In loving memory of George J. Richards who died September 21 1027 at age 20. Two years have passed yet our hearts remain sore. We miss his kind willing hand and fond earnest ways. Inserted by his sad loving mother father sisters and brothers.
Jemalong Shire Council invites sealed tenders by 1 am on September 25 1929 for Contract No 1929 08 clearing and forming with a culvert on Forbes Cowra Road starting at the municipal boundary and Contract No 1820/99 clearing and forming a depth of 31 chains on Forbes Grenfell Row from Cowra Road intersection south. Plans and conditions at the Shire Office Forbes during usual hours. Tender deposits equal to 5 percent of contract price. The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Shire Clerk Jacob. Forbes September 19 1929.
Notice from D W Wardell Manager announces a £100 reward for information leading to the apprehension of and a £50 reward for any evidence relating to property damage at Burrawang South Station near Yarrabandal. Prosecution pending.
The Forbes Advocate issue from Friday September 20 1925 presents local news items and notices framed in the period newspaper style, reflecting the community events and announcements typical of the era. The readable text highlights municipal affairs and social notices of Forbes.
The acting postmaster announces a telephonists examination on September 10 for eligible young women aged 16 to 21. Applications, notices, and details are available at the post office or from postal authorities. Local golf results report R McDade winning a sweepstake with 3 14 89, and Forbes hosts the Western District Foursomes and Handicap championships. A strong theatre and sacred concert program surround upcoming events at the Strand and Lithgow venues, featuring Ada Reeve in Forbes with high admission prices.
Muriel Starr and her Metropolitan Dramatic Company return to Forbes after years with a provincial tour. They present Interference by George Rox at the Strand Theatre this Saturday September 28, under arrangement with J C Williamson Ltd.
Thomas George Chesher was fined £2 with 8 costs at Forbes Court on Tuesday for allowing pies to roam within 100 yards of a killing house. Ceel Press, Council Health Inspector, lodged the proceedings and noted the pies were found roaming close to the slaughtering premises.
Mrs Burley, once tipped as a likely finalist, was defeated by Miss F Heinke 6-4 6-1 in the Forbes Lawn Tennis Couples tourney. Matches at the Town Courts begin at 1 00 on Saturday with several pairings listed and a Sunday attendance urged. A collection will be taken Saturday and Sunday as finals approach.
John Harris alias Ross, 22, told police he was being persecuted and faced vagrancy charges. Convicted after pleading not guilty, he was sentenced to six months hard labor. Evidence placed him at the Globe Hotel on Sept 16 and at the Forbes race course where he was ordered off. He claimed to be from Parkes and said a job awaited him in a shearing shed.
Acceptances list for Rosehill Saturday features Camelia Stakes Hill Stakes and Rosehill Guineas. Names include Peacemaker Woodgern Violin Solo Moldinet Phantom Reef Penthens Lord Kensaqubair Timerick Night March and Mollison among others with weights and odds noted.
The Monwonga club retained the Laneyrie Cup 18 sets to 7 in a season finale against Bedgerabong. Tennis results include doubles and mixed matches with Constable Simmonds and Hodges among the victors amid a note on worsening crop conditions and dry weather affecting farming.
Forbes Hospital secretary Mr. Anderson objects to Mr. Gale's motion of rescission at a committee meeting citing Rule 934 tied to Tharrier Hospital. The rule bars bringing business disposed of unless a written notice was filed at least seven days before the next monthly meeting.
John Reid, 41, was fined £3 in default 14 days hard labor at Forbes Court on Wednesday for indecent language in Lachlan Street on Tuesday afternoon. Constable Death testified Reid, before a crowd, boasted of knowing some crooked people and refused to name them. He was also fined for drunken behavior.
The Farmers & Graziers' Cooperative Ltd reports on September 18 that fat cattle in Horelash yards command top rates with drafts averaging £15 to £20 per head and prices as high as £24. Victorian buyers operate freely at better places and prospects look encouraging. clients urged to forward any stock ready for suitable markets.
Readers note that club members are asked to put in an appearance on that day, with organizers urging participation and visibility for the event.
A Forbes lodge banquet brought about 70 men from Parkes, Lake Cargelligo, Dubbo, Eugowra and Melbourne. Guests included Grand Lodge officers G Brand R OH John Dillon K OM and K Nesbitt K OM. speeches praised philanthropy and fellowship while £106 was distributed to indigent members and £16 donated to the hospital.
At Forbes Sapling Meeting in pleasant weather a fair crowd watched Pennygold win the Class Stakes over hot favorite Dixie Ewell from Parkes. Final results show Jack Doe and Victoria Boy triumphs in various No. 1 and No. 2 Sapling divisions with Pennygold beating Dixie Swell 6 to 4 in the final.
A Forbes branch of the Australian Labor Party debated the export of stud merino sheep to Russia, Japan and other countries. Officers were elected including President A J Guon and vice presidents Megara Dunn and Thompsett. The meeting urged federal action to prohibit the exports and protect Australia's wool industry.
Mr Peter Mitchell of the White Rose Cafe uses one sixth page in Western Newspapers chain papers to seek a buyer for his soda fountain. He expects quick contact via telephone from Oberon, and notes strong results from well placed ads in the Advoca te or Western Newspapers’ publications.
The Forbes lodge welcomes Grand Lodge members with remarks from Bro. Thompson and Bro. McLean of the Catholic Guild. Mayor Byrnes notes Friendly Societies spur town progress as hospital benefits total £1200 with government subsidy. Paterson and Evans add brief responses.
Public meeting in the Town Hall voted to host a social evening and presentation for Town Clerk Mr. Taylor who is leaving Forbes on Saturday week. The event will be September 27 in the Town Hall supper room, with Alderman Byrnes Gunn Butter and A J Meagher organizing.
The Forbes Council water committee discussed a filtration scheme from the Public Works Department estimated at £11,000. It would be funded over 50 years with annual costs about £1,120, seen as a potential saving to ratepayers and a boon to Forbes, to be reconsidered when the new Town Clerk is appointed.
Marshon annexed the main event at Canowindra Show meeting defeating Bomboa and Hushed Up. Results list Mangan Handicap Master Trillion East Molong Goodstead Winner 4/1 Maiden Coquelles Litt lett Burbong Winner 4/1 Canowindra Cup Moorshom 6.7 Bomboa 7.3 Hushed Up 8.2 Winner 6/1 Trial Handicap Poppy Boy Fort drama Hunter John Winner ovens Welter Handicap Cyllesla Val galia Gloomara Winner 3/1.
Mrs T G Jago hosts sister Mina Nita Fenton from Gosford while others in Forbes and Camp Hill share updates. Births engagements and upcoming wedding of Miss Myra Belgrove to Mr Ron Fraser are noted along with visits, illnesses, and job moves among local residents.
The C W A hospital committee record shows Matron Davidson extending her leave by two weeks and Nurse Duchatel accepting a junior nursing assistant post. The bulletin mentions patients’ unpaid fees may be sued in any court under the 1929 Hospital Act and the CWA offer to run a new afternoon for the hospital. The committee agreed to thank the CWA and offer cooperation.
The Forbes P A and H Association launches a growing crop contest with close of entries on October 1. Eligible crops must be 60 acres of growing wheat within 30 miles of Forbes. Share farmers must enter in their name. Prizes are offered and winners may advance to the Western District Championship.
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