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Forbes Advocate

Location

Forbes, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Sep 22, 1939

Page

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Guilty Theft Case Discharged Due to Health

George Alfred Miller pleaded guilty to stealing wool valued at A. A. Sharp, with police noting his simple mind and inability to read. Police Magistrate BR Donaldson discharged him under Crim es Act Section 568s citing his invalid status and good character, Miller expressing remorse and gratitude for the leniency.

BR. Donaldson Comril Oo Turalay George Alfred Miller A. A. Sharp P.M

Quiet Period On The Western Front

Allied replies to Hitler denounce Nazi propaganda and vow to press the war to a finish. Polish defenses hold at Modlin and near Warsaw as German and Russian units advance, with refugee movements and bombardment shaping a grim front amid a world watch.

London Hitler Danzig

German Polish War Developments Reported Across Front

A German official statement says military operations against Poland ended and Polish forces exterminated, while Warsaw broadcasts claim bombings and German losses. French communique notes quiet front, Allied commanders plan field placement, and British forces to Maginot frontier. Reports also cite Polish prisoners, Red Army advances, and rising unrest and suppression across Central Europe.

Herr Hitler Poland France London Paris Britain Tiere Vilna Unite Mforitoeyral Red Army Sam Lisl M Molotov Migeeow Ctin Vilma Lithuania Warnw Warsaw Polah Moscow Red Star Rumania Diplomata Batt Kaunas Kutno Lnst Poliat Furhting Marshal Gmlgiy-Ryce Fumario Luxembourg Rhine Germany Rhineland Wamaw Black Sea Russia Prague Ivas

Assassination of Romanian Prime Minister Reported

An announcement declares the assassination of Romania's prime minister. The act is attributed to the Tron Guards and Nast organization which the premier had resolutely suppressed. The report situates the event in Romania.

Rumania Tron Guards Nast

Government defeats in House and Senate spark tax debate

A garbled brief reports defeats in the U S House and Senate on proposed taxes. The House blocked a crude oil tax and a petrol tax plan, and the government may face resignations as talks continue. The scene hints at broader fiscal policy contention without clear outcomes.

New Ambulance Committee Reelects D A Jellie as President

The Forbes Ambulance Committee re elected D A Jellie to lead the group for twelve months at its first meeting. All twelve members attended with Mer HO Pyne EK Kennan T E Ormie and Brby Vout as vice presidents. The session was the shortest in its history and approved insurance for honorary bearers. A January report showed a 203 balance. 127 cases handled, two wagons covering 77 miles. A delegate to the NSW Ambulance Board will be chosen at the October meeting, with future sessions set for the first Monday of each month.

D. A. Jellee Entitieme bin Forbes Ambulance Committee Mer HO Pyne EK. Kennan T. E Ormie Brby Oa J Meweher Wispee Beebed Lewnstier Forbes A J. Wheeler Ted NSW, Ambulance Board

SLY GROG SELLING AT FORBES POLICE COURT

In Forbes Police Court yesterday morning before the CIS Mr M J McCauley J P the case of Geter for selling sly grog was adjourned to next Tuesday. Geter was arrested Wednesday night during a function at the centre Thoms Clarke aged 20 faced liquor licensing charges. Police sought remand with bail set at 20 pounds and a separate surety of 29 pounds. bail was forthcoming.

Forbes CIS M. J. McCauley J.P Geter Thoms Clarke

Red Cross Ball Planned for Next Tuesday Night

The Red Cross branch announces a ball aimed at funding supplies and bidding farewell to Forbes culin members headed to camp in October. Originally set for October 7, the date moved to Tuesday September 26 after militia schedules cleared. Dancing starts at 8 with 30/50 old-time and jam. Militia and Light Horse in uniform will attend. admission 6 for double tickets and 3 for single.

Red Crown Forbes Culin Getber Wittas Whitch Light Horse

Aliens Report to Police Under New Forbes District Order

Aliens in Forbes district must report periodically to the police and provide four photographs. Immediate compliance is required. failure to meet the new law may lead to internment.

Commonwealth Forbes

Hospital Seeks Annual Donors in Town Brief

The WVurbes District Hospital Board seeks annual donations from town residents. At a monthly meeting, the board discussed recruiting support, delays from the Hospital Commission regarding new nurses quarters, and plans to expand accommodation to at least 20 nurses. The committee reported Dr. Dawes began duties as visiting pathologist, tenders were requested for wood, and proposals to install dim floor lighting in wards were discussed. The conference of hospital officials in Sydney was noted with time off for Mr Thomson.

Wvurbes District Hospital Board of Hirectors Spprogel Sydney Thomson Wie Mbtaract Dawes

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