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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Apr 29, 1929
Page
2
An analysis argues that New South Wales wool and wheat prices show postwar declines and that high protection raises production costs. It warns many rural workers face hardship as wages and prices rise faster than market returns, urging policy action to restore economic balance before conditions worsen.
Mr Croker, 67, was struck by a car near Woods Street on Friday evening, knocked into water and rushed to hospital with injuries. He had no memory of the incident and said he was walking home when struck by a vehicle driven by J.T. Low.
A fragmented Central West taJ competition report notes Saturday play and Parkin leading with seven matches, while Epo and Btinsan are mentioned among the contenders. The text is incomplete and unclear on outcomes or dates.
A mangled report describes a dangerous electric incident causing injuries to several people aboard a Hale and party. Victims were admitted to hospital for urgent care as authorities reviewed the event and noted multiple names among those affected.
Vera Reynolds appears in a melodramatic romance set around a mysterious year and a girl named Laces. The plot involves deception, danger, and a courtroom atmosphere as a prisoner returns to confront past loves and a looming championship.
Fortunes shifted as polo matches and gymkhana events unfolded at Wandary with 400 to 600 spectators. Notable performances included Tickney and Wat forehand drives, while the ambassador choir provided entertainment and a bustling supper rotation capped the day.
A flood of names and places fill the column as Forbes residents and visitors share holiday plans and departures. Among those mentioned are Mr C Beet of SELLA and Mr Bob Cornwall of Lidcob visiting Forbes, with several travelers headed to Condoboline for race tests and others bound for Sydney and Ireland. Local figures including Miss Te Brame and Mrs. A K of Forbes are noted in upcoming events, while health updates and social rounds appear alongside hockey club commentary and community happenings.
A garbled OCR item mentions the mayor and aldermen in a morning meeting about an inspection related to an undertaking. It notes no ceremony was attached and cites the first son in question. The fragmentary text lacks clear dates, places, or outcomes.
A fragmented letter from Sydney and other names describes a sensational cream product Charmosean or Charmumean and a wealthy stage persona. The text references prices, exclusivity, and a grooming trend, with lines about lovers, performance, and a makeup cream marketed to women, ending with a sales pitch and placeholder figures.
A fragmented report describes a Parkes versus Vychan matchup with dubious sequences and missed calls. Vychan led by several scorers, while Parkes attempted to rally in late play. Officials and observers noted disjointed passing and contested possessions as the tally grew.
The agriculture minister reports on policy gains with improved experiment plots, seed breeding and pure seed work. Conferences among agricultural inspectors and farm managers boosted efficiency, while 448 crop and dairy competitions judged yields and demonstrated demand for agricultural infrastructure and cooperative farming.
Fire severely damaged a mill building and its machinery and fixtures on Saturday morning. Fire brigades arrived as flames spread rapidly, with water damage and loss of plant output. The local Advocate press resumed later after debris cleared and equipment restored.
Jockey Club payments and tax settlements are anticipated this weekend as authorities review dues and payments by members. W R Moloney, identified with the Jockey Club, is mentioned in relation to the tax claim matter. Local authorities are handling the proceedings and expect resolution in the near term.
A board of inquiry will be appointed in Sydney to investigate the forces landing of the Bouthern Creve etd. The group includes Captain Hanes as president of the Ao Shut and C. M. Ma Keay, president of the Malisgurne Agro Club. Local officials will oversee the proceedings.
A Deputy Commissioner and local officials discuss taxation policy and payments at a Avery Pace meeting. Farber Commission chair urges tax payment uniformity. participants reference varied practices in other states and the need for clarity on delinquent accounts.
A heated meeting of the Forbes Coursing Club and allied clubs discussed the NGA grant dispute. Leaders including J. Shanstian and Ken Ford debated which club should receive the funds and how to present the claim to the NGA, with Grenfell and Parkes and Wynlong in the mix.
The Forbes sale conducted by BFE dpal of the ra featured cattle listings with prime lots limited. Prices reached £41 for a Hatton lot and several cows with calves, while several exhibitors posted lower returns and buyers noted forthcoming dates for future auctions. Vendors urged to submit comments promptly for the record.
An unidentified payment per head reference appears with scattered text about a Namic designation and AJA involvement. Details are unclear due to OCR gaps but indicate a per head amount linked to an event or agreement. Further readable cues are needed to specify people, places, or exact actions.
A local committee plans a public gathering tomorrow in Mit Ahatew to stage the Hard Up Ball. Organizers aim to create a memorable evening with private ep arrangements and a hopeful turnout.
A fragmented report notes seven wrecks on a tropical island paradive amid a live drilling and discovery series. It mentions Monte Blue in a film about a white man and Raquel Torrence as a figure in an isolationist Aramalle era production.
A fragmentary note mentions a person described as a native of waiting with unclear context. The text lacks verifiable names, dates, or events to establish a concrete news item or person.
A Church of England tea gathering at Tichborne hall featured a concert and dancing from 5 to 7 pm with eight cleared tables and a concert program including national anthems, recitations, violin solos, and songs. Committee members and local clergy organized the event, led by Mr. P. Kingbem, to raise funds for the social evening.
A local group rejects a club’s conditional affiliation over debt, granting limited approval for forward selection. The Cowra meeting will readdress the matter with group delegates. Country Week trials and team selections proceed, naming players and positions for Parkes and Forbee-Parkes.
An arid country rumor mill highlights a string of film moments. Names such as Patrickin and Reynolds surface amid quirky dialog and dramatic imagery. A mother and child scene prompts a tense exchange about a bathroom award in a chaotic montage of pseudo gossip and theatrical snippets.
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