Farmers and Settlers Ire in Heated Exchange Over Labor Toc
Correspondence from a Forbes Advocate reader criticizes Tom Arthur and Bona Fide Farmer. The writer defends Coghlan as a brainy Farmers Party figure, accuses Labor leaders of self interest and missteps, and warns Arthur to stop personal attacks. The letter praises Holman and coalition figures while predicting Liberal gains. The writer closes with loyalty to the Farmers and Settlers Association and opposition to Labor strategies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Labor
Tom Arthur
Arthur
Eby
W M. Hughes
Ingland
Hughes
Australia
Socialistic Party
Forbes
Socialist Party
Liberals
England
Rural Workers
9 Union Ag
Liberal
Rmore
Settlers’ Associations
A.W.U
Lalor
Hagelthorn
Enulaad
Labor Party
Popera
Mr Editor
Recruiting Notes Amid War Service Efforts
A meeting of the newly formed Recruiting Association will be heard next Wednesday evening. Latest volunteers at Forbes for active service are George Campbell Matthew Bentle and Alex Grant. Lieutenant Snowling reports that the Jade who left Forbes on Monday have all reported at camp. The Forbes War Service Committee discussed non‑return of war censue cards and will write to the secretary for guidance. Staff Sergeant-major Rf J Jansen, in Bathurst camp, has six brothers serving with the colony including Bengal police veteran JW Jansen and Privates L and O Jansen all in the firing line for the third time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forbes
George Campbell
Matthew Bentle
Alex. Grant
Snowling
Forbes War Service Committee
Waterday
Rf. J. Jansen
Bathurst Camp
JW. Jansen
Bengal Police
India
L. Gi.danken
Imperial Navy
Army
Ojgoing
Hastiliahes
Jansen le
Ars Fuldale
Wedding Bells at St Andrew's Forbes for Bradford Curry Pair
A wedding at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Forbes featured John Bradford and Charlotte Curry in a shadow lace gown with pearl trim. Bridesmaids Stella Curry and Isabel Armor wore white crepe de chine. Gifts included a gold sleeve ink set and a silver handbag with piano. Afterward, the party moved to the town hall for breakfast and toasts. The couple planned a honey moon at Jenolan Caves then to Sydney.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church
Forbes
John Calder
John Bradford
Bot Bradford
Albury
Charlotte (Curry
Curry
Artier
Stella Curry
Isabel
Nellie Stewart
Harry Moore
Don Curry
Bradford
Jenolan Caves
Sydney
Bullocks Die In River Mishap Near Canowindra
A convoy of 250 bullocks from Cootamundra bound for Talbarno camped on a reserve. One drover’s route plan led to 14 animals tumbling into the river and dying. Bulls valued at £15 each. Mr Cann, in the House, disclosed the State’s public works commitment, including the Canowindra Hugowra railway project costing £99,720.
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Aonob
Cumine
Cootamundra
Doncaster and Sydney Cup racing and regional wagers
Scratches and favoring bets mark Kensington and Forbes racing events. Dingannon wins a division handicap while Wombah and Woorak shine in Doncaster pathway chatter alongside Quairneta and Pilbarra in the field. Parliament discusses Totalisator Hill urgency. Forbes sports feature heavy double bets and sparrow sweepstakes results led by Charlie Cabot. Canowindra Trotting Club announces April 12 meeting with numerous handicap fields and entries.
Brick Cottage and adjoining land for sale near Nelson Park
For sale opposite Nelson Park. Brick cottage six rooms with large garden water and gas underground and iron tank stable and buggy shed and all conveniences. Acre land easy terms. Early inspection invited apply J Hudson & Co agent. Also four acre adjoining securely fenced for sale cheap.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nelson Park
J. ¥. Hudson & CO
Liberal Association of N S W Seeks Election Candidates
Liberal Association of New South Wales invites candidates intending to submit their names for selection in the liberal interest at the next General Election to forward their details and electorates they plan to contest to Archdale Faric Mill General Secretary by 6 pm on Monday May at 100 Pitt Street Sydney.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Archdale Faric Mill
Liberal Association of M.B.W
Pitt-street
Sydney
Public meeting on Gallipoli anniversary in Forbes
The Municipality of Forbes announces a public meeting to decide the best way to celebrate the Gallipoli landing anniversary of 25 April 1915. The event is scheduled for Monday evening at 7 pm in the Council Chambers with the Mayor presiding. W. Mullis, Town Clerk, Forbes Town Hall.
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Gallipoli
Gas accounts to be paid monthly at town office
Notice from J. W. Mills town clerk and Yorn Hall Forbes ade urges residents to pay gas accounts at the office with no collect or will call. Accounts must be paid monthly to continue services.
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J. W. Mills
Cavalry and Artillery Horses Wanted at Forbes Sale
Mr A J Staughton and Captain Welly of the Australian Army Veterinary Corps will attend Forbes on Wednesday April 0 to purchase broken in horses for military service. Cavalry horses must be active with short hacks, strong girth, and 16 hands or more, ages 3 to 12. Artillery horses must be active with suitable height and weight, ages 0 to 11, capable of trotting or cantering. Colors barred include green and dun. Terms are cash. W L Robertson, Director of Remounts. Headquarters Melbourne.
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A. J. Staughton
Welly
Australian Army Veterinary Corps
Defence Department
Forbes
W. ST. L. Robertson
Linnt
Melbourne
Weaver & CO
North Hill
Kelley
New South Wales Government Railways Cheap Excursion Tickets
New South Wales Government Railways announces cheap excursion tickets to Melbourne by train Jeavimy Forbes at 4 45 pm on Monday April 17. First class single £2 1s 0d second class single 10s 0d. Return tickets £4 first class return £4 second class return with a coupon exchangeable for a single return within one calendar month. Travel restrictions apply avoiding Melbourne Express Trains Handbill. Further details from station masters.
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Lass
Melbourne
Jeavimy Forbes
Warden
Tenders Sought for Digging on 1500 Acres at Yarrabundie
Vendors are invited to submit tenders for digging on approximately 1500 acres at Yarrabundie near Trundle. Tenders close 20 April. The lowest tender will not necessarily be accepted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yarrabundie
Trundle
Cerrawoblity Shooting Fishing Violation Cited
Any person found shooting or fishing on Cerrawoblity will be prosecuted regardless of persons previous permissions cancelled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orange Grove
Tilimbi
Pernong
Notice to Travelling Stock Officers at Manna Mountain
Thomas Anderson of Bergen Park Forbes dated 15 January 1916 informs all persons in charge of travelling stock to give prior notice to Mr Hope at Manna Station before entering Settlement Lease No 05.2 in Manna Mountain.
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Hope
Manna Station
Manna Mountain
Thomas Anderson
Bergen Park
Forbes
Cold Weather Suit Offer From Straight Tip
The Straight Tip by C O Buckland urges ordering a cold weather suit now to avoid high advance prices later. It notes new season goods were bought early at reasonable prices, but stock is limited.
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C. O Buckland
Firewood logs for cash buyers large supplies on hand
Timber dealer advertises cash buyers welcome for all logs in any quantity. Speciality large stock of firewood in all sizes with prompt delivery to all parts of town.
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Audi Alteram Partem
Holman
Hyplman
Hall, and Co
Thitu
Holman, Hall, and Co
Smith
Celigne
Patrobas
Kandos
Corlita
Green Cap
Glru
Fortune Unter
Dingannon
Kensington
Wombah
Woorak
Doncaster
Elle
Quairneta
Pilbarra
Homonet
Osborne
Arthur Grimm
M.L.A
Joe Lupy
Lee
Charlie Cabot
Forbes Botanical Gardens
Westerday
Dan Hurkett
H. Turner
Hurkett
Willis
Ellis
J. Sewell
H. Sharp
Hewell
Turner
Sharp
Alx
Cabot
Cansowindra
Canowindra
Dolly Gra
Princess Clara
Hrown Ilvon
Bob Chief
Bing
Dauntlers
Vera Ribbons
Slate Pleklen
Jacky
Blue Streak
Globular
Unity Boy
Moat- Tonga Tim
Golagong
Lone Rain
Dainty Hoon
Vera Ribena
Pretty Boy
Robin Rey
Vanity
Ean Lobe
Norah
Tim
Remember
Clare de Junr
Geneva
Kathleen
Bolter
Warwick
Hen Lomond
An Roy
Roan Lobe
Pirolo
Kilchever
Comet
Mahronga
Hina
Tauntlew
Little Tuxedo
Lolly Rey
Bina
Dauntless
Viet
Hate
Pretty Bay
Robin Roy
Roan Tobe
Deception
Tin
Glen Ray
Hine Streak
Meg. B
Black Huon
Clarede June
Ladas
Liberal Association OF
N.S. W
W. Mulls
Town
Forhea
Yorn
Ade
Meaghers
Laties
John Meagher
B. Woodhouse
M‘comiskey
Hotel Victoria
M. L. & T. Doyle
Yamma
Investment Moneys
C.P
la Lands
Robinson & Maguire, Solicitors
Ns.w
N.baw
Flowrail
ROX
G.P.O
NEW South Wales Government Railways
Ind Ees Ecard
Awell, Pucb Ni Aghie
Reg
Cowarna
Ball & Welch Family Pty, Ltd
George Street
Anfan
Boonington
Forbes and District
William Kelly
Parkes
Phane
J. Mosler
Alfred Parker
Hosler
Rankin-street
G. W. Browshill
WM. Brooke & Sons
J. T. Wood
West Wyalong
Victoria
Akon & Lease
Albion
Bank OF Australasia
General Commission
Agre
Woods
Ext Bank of Australasia
Lachlan
Telefhone
Edward Weaver & Co
Aphil
Forbes Showground
J. A. Bates
Jas, Maguire
Jas. Maguire
Templar Street
A. B. Woodhouse
Cockram and Son
Lindley Walker
Forbes Railway
Banka
Forbes Station
H. W. Schofield
Lindley Walker & Co., Ltd
Mark Lane
Barker
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