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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 27, 1920
Page
2
A garbled record mentions a Forme montane party and Grodgory hills with vague references to a summit or conflict. It includes unclear names and places and ambiguous positions about a Warten dint and a KoNGe of PAbMIte Chie. The fragment provides no clear facts or outcomes.
Auction notes report fat bullocks sold privately at various prices including E50 and £47. We note buyers or consignors named Warroo and Thewy with prices linked to tabs at a local sale. Other names mentioned include Lorene Shawn and Ban Wailuest, details unclear.
In memoriam for Emule Mumpton who departed life April 5. The poem honors a wife with a grave side memory and loving husband George Hampton writes of enduring love and sorrow at her grave as time passes since her death.
Sweet memory of our dear father George Golding who died April 26 aged 71 at the old home you are fondly remembered. Hearts cling around your name and memories hold you in deep affection. Always shall we save you in death as in life. Inserted by his loving sons and nanetitors.
Final notices announce a near tomorrow sale event conducted by Limparunnl and associates at Bivur Sew. Key figures include Mor tel, Mr 4 Sheehy, RuaWra Myer Tapmr Beane, Abe Rowatint, Sydamys ure tivity oe eluuir Ing. The Grover five miles tren Por and Mesers Exnwird AY Mor & Co will offer alk arack lunince.
Fragmentary OCR text hints at a controversial death involving Arthur Brough with claims of a staged accident or foul play. The piece references alleged investigations, possible conspirators, and media or public suspicion without clear, verifiable details.
A public safety session addressed issues at a local club where members faced potential disqualification and penalties. Officials noted the need to exit nonconforming members and ensure discipline to maintain order within the group.
A garbled preface mentions Llw Nigar Kull and RUKHAE LaynON with ties to Tondytutty Ahoy. It references Timon as president of a local body and a master role at Liletrick Bebont. The piece hints at school events, health hospital aid, and a community committee near a 19th century setting with multiple vague names and actions.
Fragmentary OCR reads like a social event notice for a band dance with names and places jumbled. The text references attendees or organizers such as Mr Pyeib Acres Hirawlin and Farha Mintel and hints at a fiesta atmosphere and a venue or date.
A garbled recap mentions Colts and a race tomorrow at Squise Osmonrow and Lane Yor. Readers are reminded of a price display and a warning against counterfeit goods from an untitled seller.
Rev. Peacock delivers stirring service marking the unveiling of a honor roll. A wartime memorial theme pervades the address as the congregation reflects on courage and sacrifice and the role of moral duty in war and peace.
A telegraphic note from Sydney reports that at a meeting of shearers and shed hunda engaged 10 the puntorat indicate the industry at Broken Hill is prepared to meet and fight those who threaten them. Key figures pledge solidarity and readiness to act, with support from men traveling from other places.
An unidentified report notes rising influenza cases in Auckland and Christchurch and mentions widespread community spread in North Auckland while schools in Christchurch reportedly close within a limited radius.
A garbled report references Ay Leyshaw possibly running for Speaker and mentions damaged goods and charity pledges. It also notes unrest in Melbourne building trades and a street collision at Pyrmont with injuries.
The text reports the deaths of Herbert James Whett at six months due to brain issues and of Louis Joseph Colting at Forbes Hospital, son of Mr and Mrs George Galding. It also notes a child who fell ill during Sunday morning, underwent immediate surgery, and died. funeral plans are listed for tomorrow morning at Lenoeoeli.
Jottings advertise Tweed trousers for men at 37/6 and tan military boots with prices listed. The notice promotes quantities on hand at Hmult profi and quick rotation at AUDade's and Harris' Boat Shape stores and urges shoppers in Nevada and Utah to visit for footwear displays and savings.
A reflective address urges remembrance of those who fought and the duty to care for their dependents. It stresses education moral renewal and a global peace ideal through a League of Nations, envisioning a future where nations unite as one fraternity.
A town bowling reunion honored Mr Jex as he leaves Forbes for Gulargambone after two years. Forbes and Dubbo committees praised his form and civic service, presenting a fund and trophy for his contribution to the bowling scene and local community.
The obituary notes the death at Parkes of Mr William Banham aged 56, an Eugowra resident. The remains were taken to Eugowra for interment. Also mentioned is Mr May Kink of Forbes setting another flying record on Saturday, and several notes on local events including a theatre performance and a burial in Metbourne.
Fragmented text notes an ACU park meeting and conflicts over land, with Broderick winning a parcel and references to high paper prices and circulation struggles. Mentions newspapers facing subscription and advertising rate pressures amid market changes.
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