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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 13, 1928
Page
6
Fragmented report describes a motorcycle speed trial at Green's, noting weather issues and high speeds. It mentions participants including Cyril Stockman and a British team. references Triumph and Black, with outcomes and performances amid unclear OCR text.
The article notes a jury verdict of twenty pounds plus costs after a petrol mixing incident. It mentions Shell branded petrol and measures to seal tanks, with officers tasked to prevent tampering. The piece reflects on protective actions by an air company and emphasizes consumer protection.
The text presents a garbled OCR of historical notes about aviation projects in Australia in 1919 and references to lathes and materials used in early aircraft construction. It mentions pilot efforts, discovery of routes, and a claim of prior attempts, but the details are heavily corrupted and difficult to parse.
A fragmented report outlines Premier Mr. Buvin and Minister for Local Government Braznee defending a roads policy. It notes proposed funding, shire participation, and concerns over maintenance costs and road deterioration amid ongoing legislative expectations.
A fragment discusses motor car manufacture in the United States with figures from early periods, noting small production in initial years and vast growth by 1988, along with miles of roads and the industry’s importance in modern life. It references government records and the need to handle the sector’s rapid expansion.
Fragmentary notes describe monitoring water supply and battery condition. It mentions checking liquid levels, avoiding leaks, and ensuring the battery remains charged. The text references moisture, testing, and safety around car components.
The article covers B A World Tourists arriving in London with impressions from the journey. It highlights the voyage’s reliability testing, the authorship of tapes and records, and remarks on the performances of various machines during the tour from Port Elizabeth to Sydney.
Incoherent OCR fragment cites references to unrest, power, and a series of unclear names and places. The text mentions political actors and actions in a garbled format, suggesting a broken account of events with no clear dates or outcomes.
A £20 reward is offered for information that leads to the conviction of a person for stock theft. The notice mentions sheep, cattle branded brands, and identifies Walter H.R. Stitt as involved.
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