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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 07, 1923
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR shows an evening town hall event with a streamered dance and chocolate wafers on sale, ticket price two shillings sixpence, lesson at seven. Also a business section notice mentions Wheatley & Hill in Forbes and a vacancy for an articled clerk in the office of Mr John Robinson, solicitor, Forbes.
Fragmented OCR shows a public notice seeking a purchaser for a settlement at 2 F Champman Rankin Street Leather luggage to be transported by motor vehicle. A knife bar diamond reward offered for information. Nicholas Kali NageHtt born Cusps Saint Lebanon, resident Forbes New South Wales intends to apply to Home and Territory Melbourne for emigration. dated July.
The postponed annual meeting of the Mulyandly Progress Association will be held in the ball on Friday, August 10 at 3 pm. Attendance is requested by T. R. Bharp.
Tenders are invited for the Publican's Booth luncheon wool and bottled drinks, haul and confectionery building or Quandialla show on October etc. Submissions to be in by August 20. A W Barnes Secretary.
A local listing advertises canvas items including horse and cattle rugs tarpaulins water bags veranda blinds and baker's cart covers. Albert Jonen offers these fabrics at 27 Market Btrnst with emphasis on quality workmanship and waterproof options from brands such as Falls and Judds.
A town bulletin outlines upcoming entertainment and civic activities. The Town Band holds a fortnights schedule with a Thursday evening event and a Saturday night gathering at the Football Center. The community music and dance attractions promise lively performances and local participation.
A collision occurred near Pong Ute 1s Lachido Street yesterday at 1 p.m. between a car driven by Mr Hunt and a motorcycle ridden by Mr Fat Cay. Mr Cavanigh jumped from his machine, escaped injury, but the motorcycle was damaged and repaired at a shop. Mr Hunt admitted fault and undertook payment of repair costs.
Paimlowe Bentley Rebsrdvon, a celebrated painless dentist, visits Bloomowe to ease dental pain for residents. The event draws attendees from nearby Luthyo's Buildings and Hall Nett as the city plans to erect new facilities.
Sale of rights in connection with the Morbee show held yesterday by the Bank of WV. K. Garneau Benn The publican booth for these days bought by Mr Clifford, Empire Hotel, colour the purchaser The fruit, cat beverages and soft drinks were offered Lowetthr, purchased by Mr Jack Dooley for £1
A two-bore horse team bolted from a wagon on May morning, racing toward the Fortunaisly street and narrowly missing disaster on the Rankin Street incline. Mr J Shanghan and others intervened, pulling the horses up before tragedy could strike as children were on their way to school.
A rare snow event Saturday afternoon near Purtew halted local duties as heavy falls covered ground. Weather watchers reported little further accumulation in town while surrounding areas noted heavier totals and resumed normal activity after brief disruptions.
The Anglican Bishop of DaLhus Ur, Long, arrived in Forbes for a formal visit. A large afternoon gathering included a supper for men, while a service and dedication occurred at St. John's with family participation and a substantial evening sermon drawing a large local congregation.
In weekend events the Tugger river rose rapidly causing flooding near Crookwell and surrounding areas. By Sunday the river towered to 31 feet, with other sites reaching 39 feet though later readings showed modest drops. Officials warn conditions remain dangerous, urging caution as authorities monitor the swollen waterways and potential spillover into nearby towns.
Fragmentary report notes a dispute over property at a location named Raldedaie in Campbelltown District. Mentions MMe Haw Utriki and ten others dispossessed. Purchaser identified as Mr. 4, formerly owner of Yarrawon, with intention to reside on the property. Text is incomplete and names are unclear.
The tenth annual Ho on Gate P. end A. Association show is planned for tomorrow with promises of fine weather. A special train from Parkes to Forbus and Parkes will depart at 11 pm, returning at 7 pm, to view the heavy traffic on the road.
The Orei meeting of the newly stated committee held in the Ponschinteaaberteetre evening elected office-bearers. Mr P. Wes appointed president and Mr W. Giovanelli elected vice president. Mr R. D. Giekenweb Medain was named treasurer and librarian, with others appointed to committees and roles. The next meeting was scheduled.
The secretary Mr W T Gildrinti requests exhibitors to send in entries early for the Forbes show to be held on the 20th Stat and 28nd Inatanta. A reminder is issued for trotting entries and preparations continue at HiNAstONs Pavillon. Weather delays may affect events and participation is urged despite uncertain conditions.
The day’s local notices recount a wedding in Hydie and a farewell to Mr Meagher of Forbes. Dignitaries, church figures, and prominent families like the Rushys, Medehars, and Busbys feature in events from Portes trients to Bathurst, with a Jubilee show planned and a MulYlandry Association meeting set for Friday at 1 pm.
Reading through a fragmented court record, Henry Nicholls faces a charge of using indecent language on Ang wat 418. Ward Inbar seeks time to pay, refused. Mark Mudd pleads guilty to keeping premises open after hours. Walter Ruynalds cited for drunkenness and language, adjourned. Zor drunkenness, Busan Faxon pleads not guilty to keeping a house open in breach of Liquor Act. case adjourned for week. John Gannon seeks order against a council employee for costs. garnishee orders issued in multiple cases. next hearings scheduled.
Golf report shows Forbes defeating Parkes in a focal links match played yesterday. Scorers include Kane, Reynolds, Sackewnol, Tonkin, and Parker with various margins and notable finishes.
Nominatione and stakes announced for Bagan Gary ye yw on Thursday featuring Maiden Handicap with Sir Gold and 16 others. The program includes Welter Handicap and Farewell Handlican among many entries with prizes from 10/6 up.
Telegraphic dispatch reports Mr Watking condemning New Gulava administration. He says progress stalls as planistions fall into a state of glare and malar deaths rise in the white population. Unions and immigration debate dominate, with references to Wheat pool, Beallway commissioners, and political figures including Mr Thorhy and Mr Riley amid claims of reform opposition and malpractices.
A confusing report from the league details suspensions and disqualifications involving players such as D Buckley and Ca dobotin. It notes key deposits lodged by Camelo refusing and mentions rejoinings and future match implications with Federain Cunawhides.
A degraded report covers the annual Jottinas country week golf championship slated for Sydney facing bad weather. Mentions players W A Palooner and Hayes from Farben, Leg, and club activity at Farben. Also notes billiards wins by Wik and Feldo Wen, and community notices on shops, orders, and a Barbes Chamber meeting.
A district court row over debts saw Alfred Fhurpiey owe £25 to Mr Mellion, with a £10/15 claim by Harpley and a £2 verdict for Smith, balance £216 claimed by Farpley. David Mewerlings sued Thue Vowd for £14. The trial featured multiple attorneys and a varied list of claims and counterclaims, ending with an agreement after extended proceedings.
A court case centers on a hospital dispute over medical care for a boy. The plaintiff accuses defendant of improper billing and steering to a private ward. the hospital and doctors faced financial pressure amid debates on public versus private treatment. The jury returned a verdict for the defendant, but the account records imply tensions over patient care and cost.
An unclear OCR fragment references the Tullamore Show scheduled for Wednesday August 29 with scattered mentions of trotting events, venues, and names. The readable portions point to a general fair program and a potential listing of race types or exhibitors, but specifics are missing.
In Parkes branch correspondence the board reviews inspections on stock movement, permits, and charges. Officials discuss withdrawal applications, travel restrictions, and costs for clearing land, with reports from inspector Dowling and letters from multiple departments including Lands and Agriculture. Authorities instruct applicants to formalize land applications and monitor wandering stock and transport routes.
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