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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 30, 1938
Page
5
Local residents report mild illness among townspeople but most are improving. News notes ongoing works include extensive road repairs. Irrigation plants have been busy recently to compensate for the lack of rainfall.
Classified ad promoting Qualcast Lawnmowers with bronze bearings and belt sizes. Mentions 41/ 14im 44/ Ball Bearings Elin 41/ lain 6a Preight Extra and notes availability everywhere. No specific dates or locations.
The Quan dialla Cup challenge match at Quandialla ended with Finey Range proving superior. A hard and even tennis contest saw Quandialla fail to retain the trophy by 20 games, with Piney Range ladies providing decisive support.
A Pinnacle Club team travelled to Ironbarks for a friendly that ended in a draw. Each side scored 17 runs. Catering was by Ironbarks ladies. Pinnacle players included Masom, T.KE, B. Heathsole, C. Beasley, L. Anson, 0. Seamer, and Misses E. Brus, D. Heathcote, B. Matthews. Ironbarks players included Mourn, A. Huckel, B. Held, A. Quirk, W. Puller, J. Regan, Mra. W. Puller, Misses C. Russell, M. Molloy.
A grand concert was staged at the Public Hall last Wednesday benefiting the local Methodist Church. The program featured children's performances and artulia pieces with several acts capably rendered, drawing good support.
An eighteen year old, Robert Ernest Bayley, faced Forbes Court on theft charges after admitting he found a bicycle frame at a rubbish dump south of the Lawn and attached wheels from his own bike. Angelo’s bicycle was reportedly stolen from Lachlan Street, with the owner identifying the frame and parts. Evidence showed Bayley rode the bike with his father and a friend, claiming no knowledge of the theft. The case featured testimony from Anthony Angelo, a shopkeeper, and Cyril Markwort, a cycle and car dealer.
The Advocate praises remarks that publicise Forbes and urges readers to follow suit, hoping the effort strengthens resolve among citizens to go and do likewise.
The Forbes Golf Club closed its season with a ceremony at the club-house on a Tuesday afternoon. Members and visitors mingled as trophies were presented for A and B grade driving and approach events won by Mrs. Barr Mrs. Roberts Mrs. Walker and others. Mrs. Davis addressed the group, congratulating winners and hoping for continued club unity next season.
Reports from COUNTRY CONDITIONS in BLEDGERABONG and GOOLAGONG describe continued dry weather and heat. Travellers remark Lachlan Valley towns look barren while rains are badly needed to improve harvest prospects. Local conditions emphasize mounting concern over delayed cropping and persistent windy days.
Thursday Mr Heavener secured the contract to build the new Post Office adjoining the Log Cabin site. Completion is due in about two months. The old King Street building, in use for over 30 years, will be replaced by an attractive, commodious design. Influenza is widespread this year with many families affected. Billimari cricketers defeated Goola Hong 22 to 4 with N Beasley retiring at 140 rpms. Next Sunday Billimari will meet Goolagong for the Brown Cup. A few golfers visited Fugowra as local blacks are grassy. Shearing is nearly complete and clips are very wet this season.
Shortage of houses in Goolagong is very acute with several families seeking better accommodation. Some families are currently sharing houses due to the limited supply.
A car driven by Mr and Mrs J Cawser near Quandialla failed steering on a low stretch toward the causeway. The vehicle struck a post, causing heavy damage and leaving both occupants with extensive cuts and bruises. Mrs Cawser suffered shock.
A court heard a youth had ridden into town for papers and admitted thinking a frame found at a rubbish dump might be stolen. The judge dismissed the charge after warnings, noting the youth and his father should have reported the matter to police sooner.
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