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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 28, 1917
Page
4
Loving memory of Claude Howard, dear son and brother, who died at Forbes in late October 1815 from a broken heart. Inserted by his mother, sisters, and brothers, Sydney.
Final reminder that Australia in Action will be shown this evening at the Olympic Picture Palace. The war film is billed as the greatest of its kind and draws large crowds.
The Eugenia show occurs on Wednesday next and aims for strong Forbes representation among exhibitors and visitors. The event seeks active participation from exhibitors and attendees to boost attendance and display.
The coming Wednesday is designated a public and bank holiday at Eugowra and Forbes. Local businesses and services will close in observance of the holiday. In Eugowra residents are advised to enjoy the day with community events.
In the Parkes Examiner a claim that £1000 was sent to headquarters and £70 in coins remained is corrected. Forbes raised over £2004 for France's Day, indicating a larger total collected than previously stated.
Monday marks the final day to register dogs and a fortnight grace period will follow. If a dog is not registered by October 14, trouble may follow when a policeman investigates. Anyone with a dog on the premises is liable for registration regardless of ownership.
Sergeant E A Williams Recruiting Officer Parkes writes an Australian Army Reserve is being formed. It will consist of men with actual service in the present war and created by the Government to ensure future peace for Australia. Intending members can obtain full information from the Recruiting Office Parkes.
At a Metrodint Home Mission meeting Rev I Murray praised voluntary workers in Sydney. He said country men saved the nation and relieved the city during a tense period. The people were deeply grateful for their enduring work.
The Forbes branch meeting chaired by the Mayor heard a £100 donation from the Forbes H.ALCLA, proceeds of a recent race meeting. It was decided to transfer £100 to the Government Saving Bank and to request Mr Gree to forego a £20 mortgage on land donated by Mrs E. J. Cook of Parkes.
The Portmaster General advised a shift in sending parcels to front line soldiers. Individual gifts via the Australian Comforts Fund in London proved impracticable, so money will support a general fund. Comforts should be sent as direct parcels if targeting specific soldiers, with shipping hoped to be sufficient though not guaranteed.
Mr F Brook announces screenings at the Olym Pic Picture Palace with The Argyle Case a remarkable detective picture. On Monday night the programme will include one of Char Me Chaplin's best.
Private James Godden back from France salutes a wristlet watch bought from D. A. Hansard’s as the best trench timekeeper. Returned to Forbes on September 27, 1917, the watch kept accurate time despite water and harsh conditions, praised as proof of Hansard’s reliable stock.
Audralong won the Visitor's handicap at Canowindra yesterday starting at 6 to 4. Sunday’s football features Forbes v Plate Layers in the morning and Ramblers v Old Timers in the afternoon. A Mumblers protest about a prior Forbes win was dismissed. The Randwick tote debuts tomorrow as a highly advanced machine. A commission affected the Epsom bet while Diamond’s disqualification in the Farmers and Trades Mène at Cootamundra is noted. Tipsters’ picks include Prince Viridis, Norbury, Court Jester, and The Fortune Hunter across Derby and Metropolitan events.
Forbes volunteers plan War Chest Day on October 17 to raise funds for wounded troops and front line comforts. At Wednesday’s meeting organizers advanced plans for a busy sports day in Forbes. donations total £14 so far from the War Chest flower stall in Templar Street with a list of donors including Mer R Coward and Mrs Rawlins.
Sydney reports the Assistant Treasurer noting the railway and tramway system shows stronger finances after August revenue surpassed expenses. The Federal Government offers land as a Port Kembla loss reward. Mr Hughes pledges no conscription by regulation. Voluntary work at the cricket ground stalls. Victoria's Governor urges abandoning government criticism at the Royal Show luncheon. Thomas Butters of Wanhope dies aged 18 leaving 15 descendants. A large fire damages a steamer at Miller's Point with costs running to thousands. Both Federal Houses adjourned, with the Speaker to set a date. the Himes expected to reconvene mid November. The Assembly supports the Crown Lands Amendment II on second reading by 32 to 0.
A letter to the Forbes Advocate editor from Grenfell via Wattle Villa notes a brother Frank wounded in April and references Radnedge and London memories. It asks to publish to comfort his people and share news of their son’s peril and Puril, amid a dull postal scene and uncertain times.
Word reached Forbes after yesterday of the death of H J Radnedge of Copper Hill Molong. He was well known in Forbes and lived in the district for many years before moving with his family to Cape Hill. The news shocks Fortes district friends who recall him as a straightforward, steadfast man. Four of his children served in the war, Norman among them who was killed in France. Deep sympathy is offered to Mrs Radnedge and family.
Sales and operations notes show sleeping cars added to mall trains from Tuesday onward. Market reports cite 15100 sheep penned with firmer prices, Prime western at 40, others 45 shorn ewes similar, cattle yard total 1400 with bulls to 228. Cow trade steadies with prices around C25.
Reports suggest miners may accept government terms to end the strike while Newcastle delegates seek a practical bargain. Wollongong workers tired of the stoppage back government proposals. Wharf laborers’ union clash in London air causing a stir. Richmond Main and Kurri Kurri incidents add to volatile scene with crowds and violence. Workers in Victoria reach terms with employers as famine relief concerns grow. Public sympathy shifts toward the strikers amid broader labour agitation.
The Admiralty describes heavy air attacks Tuesday with numerous bombs and direct fire exchanges near Lichterveld and coastal waters. Allied forces, including English Scottish Welsh and Avetratian troops, repelled enemy assaults while counterattacks regained ground. Prisoners numbered over 1 000 with many enemy dead. The San Francisco ship strike and Tun Alpine construction plans are noted for later in the year.
The honor roll listing enlisted men and district boys was erected in the town hall during the week. Names include Ald, Aspinall, Allison, Anderson, Archer, Armstrong, Allen, Ashcroft, Brown, Booth, Bowler, Campbell, Connolly, Cox, Crowe, Doyle, Dunn, Edwards, Elliott, Fraser, Foster, Fletcher, Gillard, Gilmarth, Grant, Green, Hughes, Knight, Lee, Lloyd, Miller, Murphy, Nelson, OBrien, Parker, Patterson, Rogerson, Rogers, Smith, Sullivan, Stokes, Styles, and many others. The roll records the men who have enlisted for Forbes and surrounding districts.
The report lists Parkes and Forbes rail way stations among the state’s top revenue producers. It notes Parkes employs two clerks at the goods shed versus Forbes with one and comments on salary levels. Forbes station ranks seventh in revenue, with Darling Harbor and other major hubs ahead.
Winchirombe Carson Ltd reports July and August wool exports from New South Wales totaling 7 040 bales. July shipments reached 57 805 bales while August fell to 29 371. Port holds slowed movement as vessels queued. Railway throughput still rising with 15 450 bales received at Darling Harbour last week.
In Forbes and surrounding towns, clergy changes mark transitions as Rev A J Gardner departs Forbes St John’s for Chatswood Sydney. Private Mat Blume, back from active service, and Private Charles Fielden return home. News also covers probate values, soldier marriages, and honours awarded to Captain Randal McDonnell and Major E P McDonnell, highlighting wartime service and local ties.
Winchester rifle 1904 model never used for sale at 17 shillings sixpence. Apply to CAP c/o Advocate office.
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