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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 13, 1928
Page
4
Disposes of my affairs and demands all moneys due be paid by April 2. Instructs accounts to be handed to my solicitor for collection.
The Andrew's Women's Guild announces its meeting is moved from Monday to next Tuesday. All members are urged to attend. Miss Davidson is listed as contact for Hou See.
The readable lines describe a garbled scene with references to names and places but lack coherent events or verifiable details, making a precise summary impossible. No identifiable persons or organizations can be confirmed.
A garbled church notice lists Sunday and Wednesday services and an auction time. It mentions Presbyterian Church events with unclear locations and times including May Castyle at 3 pm and a Wal lie Rowial auction.
My Dougie Walker, Solicitor, announces he will continue the legal practice at the Office on Temple Street Forest following the late Mr John Robinson, continuing the service for many years.
Classified brief lists typewriter ribbons of any brand at 4 shillings each and typewriter carbon in good quality at 12 shillings per year. Apply at Advocate Times Office.
Sale of Waratah seed wheat by Ginbes Bros at Mpeers Fortms on 4th for Nation buyers. Local listing notes seed lot and terms for delivery.
Warning to anyone shooting or trespassing along Cutlow Station riverbank will be prosecuted. Officials close the area to curb incursions and protect property.
Fragmentary notice mentions removal from place names and a ceremony. Key names include Miss C Hayes and Mekeher with unclear actions and positions. The readable portion references a haircut and a holder of some ticket or secret. Overall details are obscured by garbled OCR.
Inquiries list firewood for sale and a motor lorry described as the Hirt for vinnie aruee and country danella. Delivery offered at town parity. Contact Crocker and Morris at South Forbes, phone 33.
River frontage property near Forbes Orchard Vineyard Lucere and Wheat Land offered at 27 pounds per acre cash. Includes Joes Pumping Plant. Apply via any Agents.
An advertisement asserts AI quality at Lloyds for cars with strong build and hard wear. It highlights Ford and Pontiac models, claiming fuel efficiency, low running costs, and a bold warranty. Priced at about £35, the offer emphasizes value and reliability.
A fragmented account records an adventurous veteran, early aviation pushes, and distant rail ties, alongside community notices from St. Andrew's Women’s Guild and local stock market activity. The mix includes names, places, and dates, with auction details and charity events shaping a restless local scene.
A report details alleged cheating after a match with accusations of fouls and disputed umpiring. Multiple witnesses claim a ball striking fielders and a controversial response from the crowd and officials.
The report describes equipment and processes for wheat handling and marketing. It mentions storage methods, unloading from gravity elevators and electric drives, and the role of workers like Leura and Gary in processing grain.
Fragmented text references Oakland with vague notes on warranties and a stock sale, listing prices in uncertain currency and partial product phrases. Several garbled lines mention agents, a Tuesday event, and assorted items without clear context or coherent details.
A crowded jockey meeting last night discussed wagering chaos and betting limits as horses faced delays and a show of nerves. Key figures argued about prize money and race order while officials prepared for upcoming fixtures in May.
Moonbi race card lists weights and runners for the April event. Notable entries include Moonbi cur Condo Hob and Mine Sunbury with several horses named in the field, along with multiple place and foil identifiers.
Handicapping notes list horses and runners for First and Final Handicap races at Randwick. Names include Killarney, RaPeya Becund, Allan Beckwith, Beau Uania, Gallantry, Mountain Prince, Meenun, Par Ciar, Scot Jamierick, Winalot, Valparaiso, Fernhitt Mand, Kur Marcil, Oatendale, Moon, and Ssucong.
Bonnie Deon represents on the courts with team members Mesara Dut ty Smith Brennan Lawl Crna and Schqiche Mesidames Jax Holden Missew Hancock Doyle as the lineup for an afternoon match at 2 pm. A union supported dance follows at the Tawa Aiall on Saturday night to aid St Laurange's Club funds.
By arrangement Campyown and the Lands Office will meet at Xo 1 ground west this Saturday with play starting at 2 p.m. Locals are invited to watch the cricket match and support their teams.
Local items report residents travelling to Bathurst and Sydney during holidays, births at Crombie hospital, illnesses and recoveries of Mrs. Gerald Girot and lillie Mary Rawe thorna, and visits by staff and families. Community updates include police constable Me Simpson at Forbes, Pr K Turner health plans, and Forbes Methodist church activities.
Readable fragments describe a wedding at St Lawrence Care with decorations of orange blossoms and white flowers. The bride Kathir Kove and groom are noted with attendees including Mr Lao Gately, Mr Jack Kenney, and family from Wyalong. Reception held in Fawn Hall with flowers, music, and a motion picture, as guests danced and celebrated the union.
At a Jockey Club gathering, President Clare Brooke faces questions on who sets racing days and flags. Debate reveals tension in racing circles as officials explain consultative roles while stewards retain control under A C rules.
A meeting at Towie Hall discussed the Cardinals Hankey Club roster for the upcoming season. Fourtwal Mouthern and ten new players join last year’s squad as preparations resume under President Somny Guan and officers Grinsted, with improvements to fielding and goal posts underway. The next day’s schedule includes play at Nelson Pack, and alterations to equipment were approved.
The Strand shows The North film Back to God’s Country starring Bow, plus The Frum Ride and The Nervous Wrack. Week includes matinees and Saturday night programs, with comedies and thrillers across Friday to Monday.
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