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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 15, 1919
Page
4
The Advocate thanks its readers and contemporaries for help during a machine breakdown. Without their prompt support in transporting forms and supplies, the issue would not have reached readers on time.
The Larne Sayre management seeks to continue operations amid regulatory scrutiny as proprietors ponder patenting and asset considerations. Details describe ongoing negotiations and potential future actions involving stakeholders in Sydney and related parties.
A faulty report from Homebush describes a cattle stock sale with 40 to 44,000 sheep yarded and priced around 8/2 per head. The event reportedly drew buyers and noted a good prize for the stock.
Parkes announces a late surge in entries for the forthcoming race with 207 registrations reported though particulars remain unclear. Organizers urge understanding while noting the event will proceed with the listed entrants.
The report notes a debate over a wartime plan and a German air force issue. Officials say the matter will be assessed by the committee tomorrow.
Vague weather notes describe rain expectations for Wednesday amid confusion. Partial lines mention district activity and unclear outcomes, with scattered references to local names and events and questions about the day’s impact.
In Towra yesterday an auction saw Hesers Edward Wearer and associates display household goods amid dry weather. A small turnout attended the sale with hopes to privately dispose of pieces, while agents anticipated options to move the remaining items.
In the district a property sale is recorded with buyer ATDists Prorat Hiro and agent Messra Coward arranging the transaction. The new owner will receive the property after a sternity agluat noted in the record.
The readable text describes an Imperial Army offer to engage an architect named Stewart Th Tiaruseri alias Killarg to prepare plans specifications and supervise completion of a Furley Dutt project with authority to control any related building work.
A Sydney stadium hosts a major rugby league match featuring Welah Col Park and several prominent teams. The event showcases top players, with widespread attention from travelers and locals alike. Officials announce plans and colorfully detailed promotions for the game day spectacle.
A Tuesday evening meeting at the Walterun church hall discussed the Walang wheat stand fair and church activities led by Br. Antron's delegation. Congratulations were offered to Androw for recent duties. plans included support for community events and youth outreach through the church machinery.
Elated organizers announce a grand concert program featuring tenor Jo and soprano Mrs Pemcurh with a lineup including Edna Walder and Soliniate. Tickets priced at varying levels will fund a future series as planners seek broad community support.
Messrs Taynyr and Keane features mix of shop delays repairs and supply hiccups. Reports on fairs, bridge plans, peppermint cures, and promotional prices dominate a crowded page with names like Strickland and Sye vor and notes on local meetings at Wallington PAL.
A young man named Wenburn, once thrown for the week, drives his car despite a mangled left arm and cold fingers. He continues to row a motor boat at Mutthorpe, steering with the last of his strength, as district journalist Mr Guthrie plans a show in Trundle and Parke next week.
Cuarlla Kelly of Eugowra and Private Tom Dwyer of Merndite Kawawra arrive home after service in France. Kelly was wounded in several engagements but.is recovering well among friends. Dwyer, a trek worker on the front, was twice wounded and seen warmly welcomed by his family.
The meeting at the town hall reviewed the Peace Loan committee appointments with Cornel Chentbera and others on the roster. Peppercorn announced he would resign from his commission and transfer duties to the Reparations Committee, thanking the local managers for their support as the session concluded.
A detailed account describes a Wednesday shooting event at Forbes Gin Clin with multiple participants and a prize around 17 units. Ne Dow Murhott led with eight kilns as Arthur Murrin and others contributed and donations reached £3. The afternoon session featured various rounds, notable shots, and a range of names including Dan Sturkytt, Toner, A Sutinan, G Knight, and J Anderson amid a mix of crowd activity and prize allocations.
A report from Homebus highlights heavy bidding on the first Monday with proceeds totaling 47408 bani. Items include offerings from Mp 7 Woitolens and Kathin ark along with Porhes, muda 27/4 par head, AC Winchcumbe Cyrsea's auction.
Trooper A White, long a district resident, comes home to Forhes yesterday after nine years away in the war. He reports no wounds and notes he has seen heavy combat but remains in good spirits. White indicates he prefers quiet life to recounting battle details.
Sapper H. E. Neilsen, son of Mrs P. Eileen of Camp St Forbes, arrived in Sydney after service on the eastern front. He saw action against the Turks and returned uninjured. Private Norman Seilen, another son, also recently came home after a long absence. Parents congratulate both sons on their safe return.
Race day reports a splendid session with over £40 in bets, £64 wagered through the Tate, and high field quality. Four starters form the Bronze Wedge, with Trundle Hardy and five entrants in each event, including La Baltoury Marella and Bronge Wedge contenders.
Fragmentary OCR reports unrest as locals chant against Turkish actions. Police monitor crowds outside a central hub. no serious injuries noted. City officials urge calm while awaiting official statements.
Corporal Charles Porter, a returned soldier, arrived home with his wife Mrs Porter after more than three years on active duty. He served in France where he escaped serious injuries, though he was wounded in a later battle. A brother also died days after leaving for service.
Corpol Norman Newsbiam received a warm welcome at Marbes Union after three years and two months absence. He suffered a severe attack related to French fuel exposure while standing in trenches during winter. The homecoming included Trooper Fred Never and Stanley Sewahant, both sons of local families, with Jean Nie wage returning home.
An unclear report describes a journey to Sydney and a return of an individual to England, with references to France service, the Ammunition Corps, and requests for funds or fare considerations. Names and places are garbled, but the piece centers on military movement and recognition statements.
Trooper Val O'Brien, a known Forbes resident, served during wartime and was praised for his loyalty. The text notes his younger years, family ties to Cetit O'Brien, and his service history including a period in Egypt and Palestine where hostilities ceased.
A fragmentary report mentions Lieutenant EC Manby and crew tied to Porbus and Mayptian stations. It notes promotion to Lieutenant in the fold amid travel and postings on the northern theater and a four year service on the motor seal era.
A fragmented report recalls a group from Wy ToD and Wy to D era, listing names such as Lewin and Gin, wounded at Inaly, and a return from Sydney. It mentions recruitment to a signaling corps, months of recovery, and a casualty dead who entered action the next day.
The report notes a pest control claim at Goodumine farm Boll Avta with two years of no Tala. Mr Kidinen, a cattle keeper, documents a condition affecting livestock and references a wall-knoyre device as part of the remedy.
Anhi Muwney Toohey faced court yesterday at Forbes with charges linked to a claimed unpaid cheque and threats involving the Vandouhars Hota property. Testimony referenced a Parkes bank cheque and a payment dispute, while references to local business ties and an appeal date hint at broader financial irregularities.
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