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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 11, 1924
Page
6
Fragmentary Sporting Al Melbourne notes describe several boxing rounds with names such as George, Agrone, Locke, Hew, Gregges, Hincks, Condon and Graham. The text is damaged, unable to confirm full bouts, outcomes, dates, or venues.
Sunday marked the opening match of the local football season with Brib paren and Ennenn playing on the Hoon ground. The Bibmleriekatery team lost 866 to 412 as top scorers included Jones 120 and D. Pascoe 88 for the winners while 0. Gault led Bibbleriekatery with 97 not out and Armour 47. A drowning accident marred the week as Mr Norton, the unlucky gentleman, was severely injured when a horse stumbled near Young. His wife Mrs Norton was away at Jervin Bay. The river and household tanks were near full after heavy rain across Monday night and Tuesday evening.
The fragmentary column reports a large local turnout for Hue show preparations and mentions the improving health of storekeeper Frank Chittom after surgery. It notes gatherings and social events, a G L 0 3 lodge, football dance plans, and upcoming town sports and weather observations with references to local venues and people.
At the Trundle Band Association meeting officials were elected including president My TH Menoney and treasurer Mr. G.S. Similli. A show and fair dates were discussed with deposits for a merry-go-round and a plan to regroup with the Central Western District Shaws Association. The weather section notes heavy rainfall across the district with Murrumbogie and Woodview recording the highest totals, while farming activity continues with sowing and anticipated yields amid damp conditions.
A corrected listing notes Eden Studios at 127 George Street near Central Station in Sydney offering framed prints at distinctly moderate prices. The text markets high quality general photos and art posters, with a focus on affordable options for discerning collectors.
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