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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 26, 1927
Page
5
A lengthy obituary style notice honors Wallace Hunter, describing a formal farewell and tribute at a Melfort gathering. The article lists attendees including officials and local figures, noting Hunter's decades of public service and the community impact of his work.
A long courtroom exchange recounts a hunter, a rabbit, and a property dispute from a wartime setting. Witnesses discuss animal provenance and damage claims as the rabbit moves from a country scene toward a trial at the Globe Motel.
A town council meeting reviews a proposed loan of £16 850 to fund the electricity undertaking. The committee recommends a directive from the Governor and notes a prior loan of £14 600 already approved, with scrutiny of the council’s borrowing limit. Debate centers on accountability and avoiding improper use of funds while awaiting formal action.
The report summarizes Condobolin picnic activities with racing results and winners. Participants include local clubs and named riders, with event pacing and times noted. Key standings list winners such as the top placers in various heats and the final race, reflecting a lively community gathering.
An advertisement invites readers to order new suits from Austen de Prauay and mentions fur coats, frocks, millinery, and fall goods at low prices. A meeting of the Korder Jockey Club is planned at the Metropolitan Hotel tonight with travel restrictions noted and a light-hearted warning about being cautious with information.
The board reviews cattle stock removal and pasture management, noting unity and cooperation among members. They praise committee work, approve minimal prosecutions, and plan a ceremonial presentation to honor contributors while continuing routine board duties.
Telegraphic news reports political strife over proxies and expulsion votes at a conference. A royal agricultural show gate total stood at 44 849 pounds, down from 47 295 pounds. A double murder near Ashfield involved 24 year old William Gordon Puller and 14 year old Hammill, with jealousy cited as a motive. The Bishop Coadjutor Bey Darcy Levine urged caution and duty amid debates on democracy and national peril. Riverine crew reallocated to shore as plans to refloat the vessel are considered.
Preliminary notice states a probate matter in New South Wales from Frank Roche who died intestate in 1924. The Public Trustee has elected to administer the estate with a guardianship and estate details to be published by May 2, 1327. The notice is dated April 28 and issued by Culwulla Chambers, Sydney.
In the Supreme Court of New South Wales Probate jurisdiction the will of Janet Frances Chombon will be read. Executor James Thombon seeks probate with Moloney Proctor and others to notify under orders. City prices offer coats and overcoats at Auton Praciey’s for pullovers and sweatshirts.
Billabong Station and partners offer for sale by public auction a Wooland Wallin Walleout Boats property with 12.60 track livestock, including 90 cattle and 17 horses, and associated plantation and stock. The notice cites trustees of the late Haary Wickt won and references Australian Mercantile Land Finance Co Ltd.
The notice lists Thros Btand Leater Shearing Machines, grinders, wool presses, and tables for sale along with 100 hogs oats, 100 bags seed wheat, 60 tons hay, and fencing gear. Remarks describe the sheep as a fine lot in good condition and the plant in order with delivery options and special terms available.
An advert-like notice outlines a Ford Times offer related to a tractor position with a price stake of £60. The fragment mentions a special offer and ongoing pricing details, though phrasing is unclear.
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