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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 04, 1916
Page
6
The article reports rising waters from the river flooding areas near Arta and Straney’s Bridge causing trains to be held and hindering crossing near Me Noakes. It notes the mood among locals, a contentious feud between the school and Selinol of Arta, and expresses grief as families anticipate travel disruption and river levels.
Mesare Edward Weaver and Von Wi reported a large yarding of about 1000 head with strong bidding. Buyers attended in force but many failed to secure cattle due to heavy competition. Prices ranged for bulls and cows with vealers at firm to higher rates and young cattle fetching varied sums based on quality.
Sydney wool sales report notes crossbred lots and merino prices with mixed results. Warrants higher values for some lines while general demand appears uneven and upside potential exists in recent consignments.
Fragmentary report from a livestock auction describes Wethers at 48 shillings and 3 pence, Shorthorn cattle fetched high prices, with figures and vendors cited. The text references Taylor and Wetton at Orange, a Wednesday sale, and prices in guineas, but many details are garbled.
The notice lists numerous race entries including Portes Suguni 17, Parkes Aueuat 25, Grenfell September events, and Cowra September 14. It mentions lead route meetings with prize money and a July to August racing run at Parkes Vong Racing and Trottieg ub on August 24. Also promotes Woods' Great Peppermint Cure for bronchial coughs and local weather gear, with emphasis on early season stock at Faunsborough price and new season goods arriving.
A lively social at the Doyle residence ends with a musical interlude and a farewell to Pelvaty Turner Doyle. Guests include Sweeney, Abeetl, and Livelw salutor, as well as Mrs Doyle and others. Private Hoyle attends and later returns home.
Gunner Douglas Walsh of Bungerellingen was honored on final leave with a village farewell at the local hall. The event featured music, speeches praising his service, and a public tribute to his wartime efforts as neighbors expressed gratitude and best wishes for his return to civilian life.
A fragmented report from Trundle details a Red Cross event under the Meyrin Association, with a planned sale coat and a Sunday eclipse of the sun. Members met at Rueo Chute committee and discussed weather impacts, road work, and a forthcoming Saturday gathering with attendees listed.
A fragmentary 19 1086 letter from Corporal We Vojtigy at sea describes rising water near Tom's Lagoon and vandalized houses. Citizens fear floods, note lack of government help, and recount local reactions while residents of Bark Yanna and Bundy attend a park gathering.
A damaged OCR snippet mentions Forbes and a watch office with a MUL log agent. It references Chromle Chont oargsliery, and names Noman Beant Peppermint CHE with a date 4/6, though details are unclear. The readable parts suggest a historical notice or clerical item with several garbled names.
A local interest wedding took place at the Church of England in Cuba on a Friday in 1461. Charles Minkgon and Florrie May, daughter of Willy Maral of Marshdale, were married with a bridal train and fancy attire. Guests and events followed, including a reception at the home of Mrs I, Bartes, and a honeymoon planned to Mourlashi. Local notes detail a school arts committee meeting and staff appointments alongside various community happenings.
Local notes recount persistent rain and unsettled conditions at Bogan Gate. The piece details social events, dances, and concerts tied to military placements, with references to private f ldrs and community gatherings through a week marked by rail stoppages and weather-impacted plans.
Stock sale prices for Homebush show varied figures from multiple vendors. Names include Reynolus and Sons, Trundle, Mey, Hogan, Went, and Marti Bros with quoted amounts such as 9/9, 30 8/48, 6, 27/10, 39/0, and 14/16 per unit.
George Tolhurst Bogan Gate Hotel, GT, announces its new up-to-date building with ample accommodation. The establishment promotes its latest conveniences, wines, and spirits and invites the public to visit for service and comfort.
The readable fragments reference places and events in England and unfamiliar names. Details are unclear but indicate a harvest time, a river or location tied to Eugowra and Merumice, with dates or waves noted as 19g. The text presents as an OCR garble from a historical page with partial proper nouns.
A fragmented note describes Yor Childean’s hacking near Nighy Woods with references to Uraat Pappurmbat Cure and a price of £6, indicating a local incident or scheme noted in a brief misc item.
RELY announces he has seized the Union Hotel and the nearby mine at Union Havel and plans to operate them as a dubious establishment. He urges residents of Trundle and surrounding districts to heed the takeover and mentions retirements of country newcomers.
Trundle Hotel announces a change in ownership with Ar Helena Young handing over control. The new proprietor pledges solid efforts to restore the house’s popularity, drawing patronage through steady upkeep, attentive service, and enhanced travel appeal.
0. L. Morton has taken over the Club House Hotel in Eugowar from Mr Lou Laneyere. The new management pledges to continue operating the inn with a good house, fast service, and provisions for travellers. Features include restaurant, stabling, wine beer and spirits, and loose boxes for horses.
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