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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 07, 1914
Page
7
An unclear OCR fragment mentions a resolution by a country conference and an event dated October 22, with references to advertisements and discount terms. Names such as W. Brunke and Brownhill appear along with a November 1913 note from Forbes Advocate. Further readable details are absent.
A note announces a new daily war bulletin published each afternoon for penny price. The bulletins are produced by Forbes Ad Advocate and the Times to give the public the fullest wartime information.
Sydney reports British destroyer Rumphlo clashed with German steamer Clee in mine laying near Antwerp. British and Allied crews suffered heavy losses with some sailors unaccounted. Royal Navy vows to meet obligations and take necessary measures.
A garbled OCR note lists races and names in fragmentary form. It mentions Wednesday events, two races completed, a second finish, and references to a person or place in a muddled sequence. No clear outcomes or entities are recoverable from the text.
A chaotic wartime dispatch claims massive German casualties with mentions of 14 July and a dramatic loss toll. The text references General Jan Maminton and the Howie Army Theorien, noting eight hundred wounded and multiple derailed operations. The block contains many garbled names and dates, but centers on huge German losses and allied actions near Brussels.
Fragmented OCR text refers to tenders accepted, a person named Sansom, and a 27 percent figure connected to a Virgin Bank incursion. Mentions Hatterson and Hattoe, with unclear roles, and a time firm engaged in a legal or commercial matter.
Readable notes describe a 4a show by Miner on Watawatay and Thursday April 27 with Sperat tral fives in file train Foehes on Hath. Parkes at AT from Waheotay and noon on Tid dias, rete im goo sin east niche.
A damaged notice from Barbingal Township Sub-division announces a sale by auction in the near term. It lists the seller as Me As Ly Ceomanelin and Mee Harveynan and references a parcel including business and residential lots in Barbingal. The notice sets a sale date in Sonlember with terms to offer 15 business and residential lots mid-way between Faphay and Stockmbingal.
Fragmented dispatch cites German warships cruising as labor unrest hits New South Wales. Mentions rising unemployment, industry stoppages, and government debates on wartime production and labor policy. Describes regional actions and potential impacts on supply lines amid ongoing conflict.
A fragmentary weather note lists rainfall and point totals for July across locations including Farle Shawne Cigia and related stations. It references yearly comparisons, monthly totals, and assorted figures such as points and pours, but the text is partially garbled and some items are unreadable.
Fragmented OCR summary reports a Ty sale in Coonamble with references to Nebea and individuals Moin, Soarlieh, Link, Hyibnayy, and Haynes. Details are garbled but indicate a sale event near Trewhold with mentions of parcels, horses, and local buyers.
Ambiguous notices describe nomination events for Forbes Jockey and a Newarker show. References to Androw Eyshce Mary Ay Worle and Hamilton clove hint at upcoming meetings on Monday through Thursday nights. Details are fragmentary but indicate a series of races and entertainments at Hosin Gate and related venues.
Fragmentary notes describe Condobolin races and a whimsical scene with names like Dold, Choy, Ampop, and Konvrown. Mentions of Tah Trans Wi Hosa Potore Helin, Lachlan Mymtivayy Kisnoret re Munem, and JUNIE AGEL appear, with scattered references to towns, dates, and players.
A correspondent asks the Forbes Caledonian Boslery for the timing of the annual general meeting and when it will be held, noting rules that the meeting should occur by the last week of June each year. The writer seeks clarification from the editor.
The notice details promotions and appointments across several offices including Armidale and Orange. It lists Mr tk MW Hide as promoted to Unwelerk at the Armidale offices, Mr MN Barner as clerk and patrol officer in Orange, Mr Le 2VMahon as clerk in land estate, and Mr taste Bianalnh as a buyer who was injured by a horse. It mentions Constable Coll Campbell transferring from Warrod police to Calli and notes a fundraiser mounted by Farber Musical Spetug for the society’s weekend fund.
An unconfirmed Paris report claims German activity and allied countermeasures near coastal and inland fronts. It notes bombardment, spy activity, and several engagements with mixed reports of casualties and material damage across multiple locations.
Fragmentary OCR reading notes enrollment at Forbes with unclear names and dates. Mentions Major Matman and possible military context yet contains garbled text and missing details. No clear events, locations, or outcomes emerge from the legible portions.
A local Fortes Musical Society plans a benefit performance titled Dorothy at Worker Town Hall on Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday evenings. The show features two popular performers from Pores, an orchestra, and a mix of vocal numbers and dances. Proceeds go to Paphos Hospital with Mr Res and Mr Mont leading the event.
The Condobaila annual show ran Tuesday and Wednesday amid poor season conditions but drew favorable attendance. Notable winners included Mrs Crowe of Morbea securing several prizes, with Miss Crowe riding in the lady hackney class. Other awards went to F Ruth ang Co for coachwork and Torhae for buggy events, marking a continued run of success for the hosts.
Market notes list old and new wheat on spot at Dawhel with 4/2 per unit and new season bids at A11. High grade chickwheat ranges from 6/3 to 5/10, oats 4/8 to 8/5, wool prices from 4/9 to 4/4 per cwt. Additional items include onions at 5/4 and nine at 4/9 with other lines up to 4/6 per cwt.
The sale promises record bargains with sharp discounts including overcounts and lower prices on men’s and ladies’ clothing. George Nash’s sale highlights include women’s navy coats and other items advertised at reduced rates as the event unfolds.
Jottings note Monguir's spring display at Ledles Millinery Distinctive pieces shown by Buckland and Rankin Street shop The Forbes section references Meagher’s and Orchard’s latest products with new designers and patterns Also mentions beverages and a Yorkshire style boot brand in old Forbes era commerce chatter
The Meagher & Co show windows in Bath display the season’s colors with elaborate arrangements of fabrics, gloves, underwear, and lingerie. Designer Mr. W. Shepherd oversees the window display, featuring a range of tones and decorative elements to entice shoppers.
Forbes Kirk Session met and appointed Miss Lettier mang as organist at St Andrew's for 20 per annum. They set Sunday services at Eygalory and Gratin, with adjustments to times and a plan for extra seats, amid concerns over church funding and management changes.
The Trundle tennis event drew many entries with notable attendees including Lindsay Toad and Dr Metcalf. Singles champion Soat Hina C Tod defeated T Bell B-152 in a tight final as doubles and other results featured pairs such as Trinett with Kinson and Airy Morgan, with Miss Grant and Miss Atkinson among competitors.
Fragmentary OCR reads as a keyboard-like sequence with phrases about baking and a tower, mentions "Orkney" and "Wodner" plus names, but lacks coherent facts or a discernible event to summarize. No identifiable person or organization clear enough to form a proper news item.
Between Borbes and Vundary Sta ton on Tuesday an American Sut for Watch. Ornamental work on back and front of case. A reward will be paid on returning to ADVOCATE OFFICE.
An advertisement notes a life policy on Jolly William Rees issued by The Mutual Life and Citizens’ Assurance Company Limited. The policy, numbered 24974, was in force as of September 11 1914, with terms stated and the assured named.
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