Hospital Committee Debates Paid Collector Proposal
At the hospital committee meeting last night opposition to a paid collector was noted. After reading applicants the chair moved to defer consideration for one month due to salary concerns and board scrutiny. The motion passed as fear of added payroll and the need for thought prevailed. Mr Hill confirmed two more volunteers and the group thanked Hill for collecting £54.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lila
Pryor
Mr. Pryor
Cahill
Hill
P. Smith
Boys in Trouble Face Court For Camp Theft
Two youths appeared in court Friday on charges of stealing from a camp on Grudgery Mountain. A revolver, leather wrist strap, and a military hair brush were identified as the property of the camp owner who had given no permission for removal. The boys, deemed uncontrollable, were sent to a home for correction with advice to reform and read wholesome books. One Inch remained on probation.
Stock Inspector's Report on Forbes Pastures Outlook
Mr Stock Inspector Coedall of the Forbes Pastures Protection Board reports an uncertain pastoral and agricultural outlook due to continuous dry conditions. Water is scarce, stock have limited feed, and drought effects include rabbit destruction, mouse quarantine, and a pleuro outbreak in traveling cattle. Rain is urgently needed amid frost and dry spells.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coedall
Forbes Pastures Protection Board
Forbes
Goodsir
Seddon
Racing notes from Moorefield and Australian meetings
A survey of Moorefield results highlights Musketoon and Lady Thurza with strong showings, plus several placings and a profit on stakes. Rotucol’s Caulfield triumphs and Nyangay’s near win in Australia frame a busy racing week ahead with nominations closing soon for West Wyslong and District Racing Club events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Musketoon
Moorefield
Astral
Lady Thurza
Himchinbrook
Bacayi
West Wyslong and District Racing Club
J. Boyd
West Wynlong
Trundle Cup meeting yields record crowds and close finishes
The Trundle Cup meeting continued Friday in showery weather with racing hailed as the best in years. Results include Flying Handicap Kylemore 9.5 and Joan Rogers 8 as winner and runner up, Bronze Pigeon clinching Trial Handicap, and Mentone Cup won by Golden Letter with Triticum second. Betting favored Joan Rogers and Bronze Pigeon in various events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Troundie
Gulden Letter
Seidenolly
Quandiallaway
Tridteum
T. W. Spence
Bronze Pigeon
Trittenm
Kylemore
Connors
Joan Rogers
McDonald
Black Jay
Keir
Flegad
Hanaicap
Spence
Little Plone
Lady Gem
Howard
Evens Lady Yanawnr
Golden Letter
Morcom
Triticum
Spenced
Jean Murillo
Beachlight
Golden Latter
Koro
Cool Pet
Quinn
Active Lad
Royal Vegia
Rose
Tritieum
Bpence
Deed Box
Trieum
Eclectic handicap win highlights Forbes golf meet
Miss Conse wins an eclectic handicap with a nine hole score of 20 and a best nine out of eighteen at 64. Mrs Booth posts a 43 for nine holes, Jean 30 net, while M Cahill nets 30 on 45 gross with 15 handicap. Best cards include Scott 53, Cronyn 62, Cameron 54, and others. Stan Gale and Cahill tie for eighteen hole stroke event with gross 78 and nett 72 respectively.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forbes Associates
Miss Conse
M. Cahill
Misa Scott
Cronym
Cameron
Roseby
Dare
Miss Menmuir
Davide
Rhodes
Miss Rain
Kevin
Misa Smith
Robb
Stan Gale
Gale
Cahill
Golf Defined In Satirical Timed Golf Piece
A humorous mock definition of golf laments the sport as elitist and convoluted. It mocks gear, costs, and the paradox of spending a day chasing a ball across a course while ending up where started. It notes the age and depth of the game, with exaggerated imagery of equipment and greens.
Golfers Chase Par With Provoking Implements
The text describes golfers using provocative implements at each hole and noting strokes. After hole 18 the player ends with a total of 87, then enjoys a smoke and a circle of friends while singing and sharing a final moment of the day.
Forbes Coursing Club Abandons Meeting Amid Dry Season
Weather derailed Forbes Coursing Club plans as the dry season prevented the meeting. Despite a promising season and high regard for H. Foy, entries dwindled and the event was canceled. Foy foresees electric coursing tracks and Orange as a future hub in the sport. The Epping Club already shows strong returns on the venture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forbes Coursing
Tocal Plumertonte
Clib
Foy
Forbes
Australia Hotel
Foyfa
Commonwealth
Epping
Tennis Meeting Debates Hawke Shield Knockout Plan
A meeting was held to decide if the Hawke Shield should be wholished and a knockout format approved. Seven clubs are expected to participate as players’ eligibility and fixtures are arranged, with a possible singles championship to resolve the district question.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forbes
Haaver
Hell
Poseitte
Cardinals Visit Weat Wralong in Girls Hockey Loss
The Cardinals traveled to Weat Wralong to face the local girls hockey team. They trailed 1-0 at halftime and finished with a 7-0 defeat, showing bright spirit despite the large margin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cardinals
Weat Wralong
Bright Apirita
Wyalong Elile
By-Election Reply Clears Air on Rumors and Endorsements
A candidate defends his record in a public missive, denying collusion with the Forbes Labor League, and rejects unfounded accusations. He praises broad electors’ support, warns against prejudicial rumors, and urges fair discussion and honesty in the campaign.
Travelling sheep cases heard by P P Board
The board dealt with charges over travelling stock permits. J J Jones pleaded guilty for buying 149 sheep on a reserve not classified as travelling stock and was fined 6 pounds 8 shillings plus costs or one month’s hard labor. E Hood admitted travelling sheep without a permit and was fined 2 pounds 8 shillings plus costs or 14 days. William Minshaw faced failing to produce a permit after being found with 70 ewes and lambs. he claimed a permit was being arranged and received a final fine of 1 pound 8 shillings plus costs or 14 days. Minalan received 1 pound 8 shillings plus professional costs or 14 days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. J. Jones
St. Methion
Jones
E. Hood
Meiflon
Hood
William Minshaw
Motllon
Bogan Gate
Judd
Mr. Arnold
Minalan
Austen & Pratley Promotes Spring Suit Orders
Household fashion note urges readers to buy ladles hosiery and men’s wear from Austen & Pratley on Rankin Street. The piece hints at a near-locking price change that failed to materialize and encourages early ordering to avoid disappointment before the show season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Hathgate's
J Hose
Tiss Antheate's
Rankin Street
Austen & Pratley
Forbes Team Hints at Wins as Cardinals Plan Caragabal Match
The Forbes team were not at their best, and guests were treated to supper after the game. Forbes expected a win by solid figures, while the Cardinals seek a match with Caragabal tomorrow afternoon though details remain unfinished.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forbes
Cardinals
Caragabal
Forbes Traders Music Show Ball Tender Invite 1927
Forbes District Hospital invites tenders for supply of music for a hospital show ball. Tenderers must state number of performers and class of instruments. Tenders close Monday August 22 1927 at 5 pm. Applications accepted until August 22 from persons willing to carry out duties. Applicants to state salary. Further particulars apply.
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Bursary
Treesilian
Merry Mint
Bir Honor
Palmares
Cute Bird
Raseal
Lady Thursa
Carlton
Caulfield
Rotuc
Rolsel
Nyangay
Clon Robert
Fordea
Trundle
W. ©. Brooke
D. J. Moloney
Fear Not
Treefern
Red Rogers
Prince Davidson
Salmon Trout
Alibi
Rogan Gate
New Leaf
Cassuary
Roasenle, &c
Quandialla
Olly Hunter
Parkes
Narrogin, &c
CONDO
Weights
Arithmetic
Ballyhooley
Price Aloysuls
Clarion
Account
Elwood
Billy EN
Weary Willie
All Up
Marwall
Buckinette
Mise Hindoo
Hed Rogers
Bellamy
Julius
Realbray
Barratta
Capeullene
Inafix
Bendorus
Fiegad
Calm Storm
Malden Handicap
King Rufus
Crown Blend
Willow Vale
Yanawah
Glimpse
Condo Queen
Valwon
Rousewell
Bosambo
Phaleon
Modighton
Miss Sunbury
Cantaloo
Capegliene
Koso
Billy Bushland
Glen Error
Mall
Matraville
Billy el
Prince Shan
Queen Matton
Torrinville
Condo Bob
Salmon
Reg Vinto
Dighton
Woo Gay
Allenbury
Rhone
Popular
Earlyaymer
Madalo
Little Plane
Yamawah
Condo Quean
Bosombe
Roger Rice
Inofaimn
Town Plate
Narrogin
Flying Duke
Worthy Brat
Bralloels
Joan Murillo
Barratts
Rogals
Bellamby
Julius Cansuary
Bealbray
Joan Rogera
Nafix
Julian
Cossuary
Beaubray
Joan Rodgers
Capeyllene
Bogalo
Golf News
Tennis News
St. Laurence
Harold Moloney
Nandandera
Vhew
Idsete
Forbeslies
Woonoown
Wimbledon
Dubbo
Anlezark
Cantwill
Welch
Hockey News
West Wyalong
iTo
Doanie
Tom
Forbes Labor League
Prevent
League
Conla
Satan
Lap
Electora
P.P
Travelling
Forbes District Hospital
Forbes Traders’ Assn
Cater
Strathfield
Hurstville
Coolamon
Forbes Councila Fita
Sydney Technical College
Labor
West Wyalong & District Racing Club
Aj.c
At & P.m
Weet Wyalong
T. W. Watson
Edward Harold Byrnes
Forbes Jockey Club
Liberty Confectionary College
Gladstone Chambers
Pitt Street
Sydney
Sire
ER. P. Todhunter
Cowra
Fordson
Ben-Hur
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Fred Niblo
Culver City
Cal
Ald
Fordsons
Fordrons
Hal Ownby
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