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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 25, 1928
Page
8
Parkes district agents for Dalgety Co announce a land sale under the Stork and Property Lina on applications and trust funds. Details reference lowest rate and warehouse lock, inviting inquiries regarding requirements and location across the state.
The obituary notes the death of Mrs. W Tanswell after long illness at Brooklands Parkes. She arrived in Sydney years ago and later moved to Parkes with husband Mr George Twynneil. Survived by four daughters and several sons and grandchildren, the family lineage includes Joseph William John Thomas Edward Ian George and Arthur G.
The funeral for Sturgess Forbes was largely attended. A service was held at St inoree's Church at Bueland followed by a procession to Ragland Churchyard. The burial took place with remarks by Rev YF Weston. Burial arrangements were by Br J.T Cask.
Fragmentary reminiscence recounts a group’s vigil before a robbery, escape maneuvers, and threats of pursuit. A narrator recalls Gardiner’s orders, horse handling, and a plan to vanish by night as others contemplate confrontation and potential violence. Names, places, and exact events are partially unclear due to the damaged text.
Fragmentary reminiscence recounts a horseman named Tom Higgins and a large stable crew. The speaker recalls a wild horse named Gardiner's Heal and a trip to races with Higgins at a country track near Wowie Fragong, including a breakfast at the World Quek and observations of the horse’s temper and past deeds.
At Grenfell Hospital the monthly committee meeting noted an average of two ballouts for last month. The treasurer reported deposits of 8000 and a current balance of £991/9/4. Accounts totalling £444/3/3 were approved, including salaries, groceries, rent, milk, drugs, and a wireless set. A wedding was announced for Mine Marlarie Crake of Grenfell to Mr. A Goddwit at Poonamble, with parental connections listed.
Katoomba and Sydney districts hear mixed notes as council debates finance and ward work while Methodist Church opens with Rev Andrews leading a sizable attendance. A memorial service for Mrs. Blayney and a large funeral follow, with community involvement noted in Grenfell cemetery plans and local fundraising efforts.
A. A. Barraclough Ltd Opticians of 818 George Street Sydney lists a forthcoming event at the Vandenberg Motel Forbes on May 21. The fragment notes a crowd and mentions a three year period with regulars, though the copy is incomplete and unclear.
The firm Pitt Son and Badgery Ltd touts its long standing reputation in the pastoral industry. They highlight secluded sheep accommodation with six shaded trees and clear drinking water, plus a spacious shelter shed and swimming tank for cattle. Modern wool and produce stores are advertised along with consignments of cattle wool produce and pigs.
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