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Lachlan (Forbes, Parkes, Cowra) · Council & local affairs

Council & local affairs, 1928

1,077 stories in Lachlan (Forbes, Parkes, Cowra)'s papers · page 36 of 54

Our District Page. Grenfell Prominent Labor Man Dies "Water Like Soup" Municipal Referendum

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 28 September 1928 · page 10

The laying of the foundation-stone of the new Vestry Choir of Holy Trinity Church, took place last Wednesday. Mr. W. A. Robinson performed…

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Municipal Sale Yards Further Alterations to Be Effected

Cowra Free Press · Tuesday 2 October 1928 · page 2

At last meeting of Cowra Council a communication from Mr. Allan Gray, on behalf of the Cowra Selling Agents’ Association, was discussed…

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Minister for Health Visits Cowra and Is Accorded a Civic Reception by the Deputy Mayor Dr. Arthur Inspects Hospital, Experiment Farm, and Erambie Mission Station. Says He Is Much Impressed with Our District

Cowra Free Press · Tuesday 2 October 1928 · page 1

On Saturday last Dr. Arthur Minister for Health) in company with Major A. D. Reid, M.L.A., paid an official visit to Cowra, being the fourth Minister our representative has been able to persuade to come here since the present Ministry…

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Our Water Supply Dept. of Works Gives Council Some Satisfaction. Medium Supply Struck at 85ft. Level. Trial Shaft to Be Put Down If Indications Warrant It

Cowra Free Press · Tuesday 2 October 1928 · page 2

The following letter from the Public Works Department, Sydney, dated September 26th, was read at last night’s Municipal Council…

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Lachlan Shire (To the Editor.)

Lachlander and Condobolin and Western Districts Recorder · Wednesday 3 October 1928 · page 9

Sir,--As one who has been supporting a movement amongst the ratepayers towards getting more information from the Lachlan Shire Council…

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Lachlan Shire (Continued from last issue.) CORRESPONDENCE

Lachlander and Condobolin and Western Districts Recorder · Wednesday 3 October 1928 · page 4

Bogargo Progress Association, again requesting attention to dangerous pieces between the 17 and 18 mile, Lake Cargelligo-Whitton road, also…

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Weddin Shire Council. the Late R. J. Walker

The Grenfell Record and Lachlan District Advertiser · Thursday 4 October 1928 · page 2

"Shire and Municipal Record " of September 28th:— "It is with profound regret that we have to record the death of Mr. R…

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Municipal Council Grenfell Bush Fire Brigades

The Grenfell Record and Lachlan District Advertiser · Thursday 4 October 1928 · page 2

Representatives in the various groups appoined at the last meeting of the Temporary Committee are reminded that the meeting…

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Chamber of Commerce New Council Meets. Election of Officers

Western Champion · Thursday 4 October 1928 · page 1

The first meeting of the newly-elected Council of the Chamber of Commerce was held in the Council Chambers on Monday night, the members…

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Municipality to Have More Lighting

The Grenfell Record and Lachlan District Advertiser · Thursday 4 October 1928 · page 2

A special meeting of the Council was held on Monday night to consider the question of additional lights within the lighting area. There were…

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Busy Mayor Council Meeting Lapses Aldermen Left in Lurch Deputation Was Dissappointed

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 5 October 1928 · page 1

To say the least, the four aldermen who were present at the Town Hall last night were astounded when the Mayor, Ald. A. B. Twogood, hurriedly left the precincts of the civic chambers, about 7.30, thereby causing the usual fortnightly Council meeting to…

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Aldermen in Revolt Mayor's Action Resented Special Meeting To-morrow

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 5 October 1928 · page 6

Passing the Town Hall this morning, just about noon, a representative of "The Advocate" observed a number of local aldermen in close, but apparently argumentative, conclave. Included in the gathering at the moment were Aldermen Meagher,…

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Shire Meeting

The West Wyalong Advocate · Friday 5 October 1928 · page 5

On account, of the first sales in the new shire sale uards being held on Friday next, 12th inst. the Bland Shire Council will hold its monthly meeting…

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Claim for Damages Against Forbes Council. Alleged Breach oi Contract Aldermen's Repudiation

The Forbes Advocate · Monday 8 October 1928 · page 3

Forbes Municipal Council has been threatened with a court action, for damages amounting to £182!…

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Special Meeting of Forbes Council To Discuss Important Matters. Mysterious Mayor

The Forbes Advocate · Monday 8 October 1928 · page 2

A special meeting of hte Forbes Municipal Council was held last Saturday morning, in response a requisition from Aldermen…

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Saturday Night's Storm. Government Relief. Requested by Mayor

Western Champion · Monday 8 October 1928 · page 1

Prompt action to endeavour to obtain Government aid for the relief of the worst cases of distress. resulting from the storm…

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Venetian Carnival Swimming and Foot Races Opening of Dressing Sheds Council's Fine Proposals

The Forbes Advocate · Monday 8 October 1928 · page 2

Footraces, swimming races, and all sorts of competitions, with a Venetian carnival after the Bohemian style at night, are…

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Shire Saleyards Official Opening

The West Wyalong Advocate · Tuesday 9 October 1928 · page 1

The Acting Shire President, Cr. D. A. Gagie, by advertisement in this issue, extends a cordial invitation to all interested to attend the official…

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"Disgusted Me" Outspoken Mayor Water Deputation

The West Wyalong Advocate · Tuesday 9 October 1928 · page 7

The Mayor of Cootamundra, Ald. Bartley, said in council on Thursday night that he was disgusted with the recent deputation to the Minister for…

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West Wyalong 'Advocate Tuesday, October 9, 1928 Shire Saleyards Opening Sale Next

The West Wyalong Advocate · Tuesday 9 October 1928 · page 4

12,000 good to prime sheep, early shorn; and 100 head of prime lightweight cattle, will be offered by Dalgety and Company. Limited, Wagga…

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