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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 08, 1941
Page
2
Fragmented text appears to reference a dance and products Johnson's Bath Soap and Jotniean's Tabynese with unclear context. Names and aims are garbled, offering no coherent event or report to summarize. The passage reads like damaged OCR with nonsensical phrasing and mixed brand references.
The report details a burglary investigation at a shop on Lautbatt Street. Cyril Smith and others faced trial in the Upper Court at Dallas for breaking into a shop and stealing cigarettes and goods, with evidence presented by Doolgan and others and the defendants pleading not guilty.
A fragmentary review notes Flowing Gold at the Stelle Theatre with fast paced storytelling and excitement. It highlights actors Pat O Brien Jorn Garrelt Pixrrne O'Brien and Linda in vibrant, dramatic scenes amid a Western boom town setting and a concurrent Ellery Queen thriller.
A historical dinner recount details of the 6th Light Horse event held after a parade at Duntigony College. Key figures include Cpl. Kirenan as acting Troop Leader near Berg and Dravie St Aewet, with attendees Major Judrun-Lene Sanderson and Colonel Trenauin of Cowr. The event notes training plans and the War Run, plus a brief reference to post dinner sentiment and upcoming weeks of training for selected personnel.
A dense Forbes scene reports engagements, weddings, family ties, and social visits across Sydney Melbourne and regional sites. Notable items include a forthcoming wedding in Sydney for Miss Merle Whiting and Warrant Officer Andrew Howley, plus family arrivals, long journeys, and seaside holidays influencing local life.
A high school football match between Forbes and Grenfell battled a strong wind with rugged play and a late Brian Clarke penalty securing a 7 5 Forbes victory. McDadie scored a try and Barter converted while Grenfell’s strong defense kept the score close. A subsequent third grade match saw Forbes draw with Grenfell 1 1 and a separate A grade basketball game handed Forbes a clear 7 0 win amid wind and dust challenges.
The report discusses Boer horses and a male stud, noting wages, farming power, and plans to mend and breed more stock. A farmer named Callaghan mentions a short stock issue and the need to bring in machines to aid work, with expectations of mast production and breeding strategy.
An old advertisement touts Char mosan face powder with multiple shade names and mentions it is sold widely by chemists and stores. It lists product variants like Singutex and Charmosan and notes prices and availability across regions.
The document lists exam results from a South Cras College book-keeping course in Sydney. Names include Moreland, Patricia Cook, Joan Martin, Bevin, Blair, Eileen Robinson, Maurin Ray, Elizabeth Crombie, Bobby Kogan, Dorothy Bweenes, Terese Toe, Hetty Baker, Fay Wagun, Blinn, Mary Travia, Mavia Miro, Moeline Field, Jean Anthony, Maria McCeuley, Margarmy Moreland, Audrey Barker, Mansy Glewors, Mergaret Maher, Shirley Johnnot, Dorothy Lind, and Ruby Gores with scores ranging around 100. The document also notes intermediate and advanced standings and marks for several examinees.
Scrambled lines describe a fight context with a cryptic mention of a mule and names including Giwayy and Louie. Readable text hints at a boxing related event but lacks clear actions, dates, or outcomes. Further clarification needed to identify participants and results.
Partial OCR reads about cold cream jars and chemica items sold at stores and chain shops with unclear pricing and wording. No clear names or dates emerge.
A damaged OCR fragment refers to surety bond amounts and charges. The text mentions a 510 value and additions to the charge but is incomplete.
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