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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 23, 1926
Page
8
Bird Olliver division led by Harry Oliver and Bogan Gate Stock and Property Salesmen offer sale of sheep and fat blocks with trucking and district representatives of Atlas Assurance Co. Sydney. They call for inquiries before selling and provide telegram and phone contacts for Bird Olliver offices.
Bloomfield and Shean advertise Ford service station and motor engineers at Trundle offering cars for hire and acetylene welding for cast iron. They claim full repair capabilities, storage services, and agency lines including Essex Liniaen and Vauxhill cars with Jubintan Machinery. Free air and contact numbers listed as daytime and nighttime phone lines.
Cahill and Martin advertise agencies including Commercial Union Fire Insurance Company Trrgery and Co's Machinery Ating Insurance Co Ltd. They offer sales in any part of the district and stock and property lists on application. Office phone numbers are listed as 16 and Cubill 48.
A local classified ad from Universal Providers touts fullfillment of customer needs with a claim of reasonable prices. The text emphasizes variety and value as a key selling point for shoppers seeking reliable goods.
A brief notice advertises affordable fuels and oils for diverse power needs across classes. It highlights available grades and aims to attract customers seeking economical options for machinery and vehicles.
A damaged listing shows a 19th century notice of property sale and mortgage affairs. The document mentions companies in grain trade and mercantile firms alongside life assurance and stock liens with on the up-to-date medical theme referenced.
H. E. Randall Baker and Pastrycook advertises wedding cakes catering and confectionery to Caragabal and Sydney. promotes fresh and salt fish on Fridays, hot pies, refreshments, fruit and smokers' requisites with a phone number for orders.
Medlyn Bros Auctioneers and General Commission Agents announce a stock list on application with trucking a specialty. Wheat buyers for John Darling and Sona Ltd. Agents for H V McKayal ly Ltd. Machinery and large stock of duplicates on hand. Phone 63.
The seller states ability to supply all requirements at affordable prices with no large rent or staff, claiming cheaper sales than big stores. Identifies as agent for Sunshine Machinery, Farmers and Graziera Coop. Co. Tricks ordered for Flemington.
The Trundle Hotel announces a complete renovation and refurnishing making it one of the most comfortable homes from home in the West. It offers commercial and public dining rooms with an excellent table and a full range of beers wines spirits and all liquors true to label for visitors and residents.
An Australian notice from Forbes Advocate advertises private ward space at St Elmo Maternity Hospital with weekly rates. Matron A T N A Stokes is named and the ad invites business advertising to boost growth.
The Bogan Gate Public School concert held on a Wednesday drew local families despite wet weather. Proceeds from the ticket sales netted £18 with attendees from nearby farms and homes.
A patchwork Condobolin item recalls Artiss leaving for six weeks, new Orange Street houses by R Smythe, Altco Martin as contractor, Kerry Ping away, Rowley running the business, and Finn visiting from Teed to assist. It mentions deaths, Lake Cargelli trip plans, weather, and local motorist activity with garage projects and electrical plant readings.
Fragmented report details dry spells frost risks and a successful threshing season at Lorne with high yield. Thomas praised his harvest while sharing later work for Messrs Jane Rodgers W Fraser and E Vowel. Fox drive near Tow Cunning contrasts with a Bathurst trip and a juvenile art prize. Tennis club notes show last year’s balance and officers.
The countryside shows renewed promise as rains and warmth boost grass growth and crop prospects. In a farewell gathering at the local hall, Mr and Mrs Swansbra and family plan to move to Eastwood after praise for their service, gifts presented by the community. A Lucky Escape occurred when a car nearly collided with a stationary lorry, overturning into a drain but occupants escaped with minor injuries. Wheat has been shifted from the siding and workers extend the dump to meet demand.
A brief look at The Forbes Advocate's premier stationers and general printing operations highlighting high class office stationery offerings and printing services in the newspaper’s early era.
Appointment of officers for the year includes President Mr K Constable Vice President Mr N BR Hodges Secretary Treasurer Mr C W Stewart and a Selection and General Committee. A captain will be chosen for each match and a social on race night May 5 is proposed with a committee of young members to arrange. Members meet at the court for a Saturday practice and a race against Monwonga is planned. Back from holidays Mr and Mrs HL Constable visited Sydney for the show. The race club works committee aims to improve the Autumn track and horses are in training. Mr and Mrs J A Miller and Mr F Noakes from Sydney holiday with relatives at Frester and Hempstead.
W G Dodd is recorded as the registered architect and quantity surveyor for the FORGES and PARKES project, with duties covering design and cost estimation. The filing notes his professional credentials and role on the commission.
Quandialla Stores announces large drapery and clothing stocks at low prices. Boots, high-class millinery, patterns, and top groceries, hardware, and confectionery are advertised with measurement and fit guaranteed. P.O. Box 16 and phone 16 listed.
Local agent invites inquiries for stock and property listings offering expert personal attention. Cash buy offer for wheat at Slighost Market Huten. Represents H V McKay machinery Atlas Insurance Austin's windmills.
The Model Store Quandialla announces its new commodious premises with electric light and a wide range of goods. It stocks drapery ironmongery groceries saddlery fruit confectionery and smokers accessories offering first class accommodation for the public.
Olsen Stock and Property Lists on application invites correspondence. Agent for Farmers and Gragiera Co op and Farmers Supplement Co. Alap Agent for Rugby and Rollin Motor Cars. Phone No. 6.
A column of notices lists Agent Burgin Electric Co Ltd offering wireless receivers and accessories, Harrington's Photographic Supplies and items, Paling’s Musical Instruments and Accessories, gramophone records, and related services including developing and printing.
The advertisement lists tobacco and confectionery, crusts of the season, cakes and small goods, meals at all hours, new checks of fancy goods, station and library books, school materials, and a motto emphasizing cleanliness and civility. It invites concert and dance organizers to see the range of tickets available. Advocate Office.
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