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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 18, 1925
Page
2
A garbled OCR fragment shows notes about a tyre and rim reward and a bike yard at Rankin and Brown Streets. It includes references to tailoring ads and a publication called The Werbes Advocate, mentioning circulation and advertising advantages.
In Forbes court, advertisements appear about lagoon topics and spring eggs. Mr Shepherd presides as Edward Smith is charged with stealing two kerime ns from Petre gud Thomas at Morden on Auk 15. A Metton defended, pleaded guilty, and a fine of £1 with costs was imposed.
A lively Parkes Show fills the town with visitors today and tomorrow as many Forben residents visit the exhibition. Events include a great prize winner taking ribbons, charms, and a sealing show. Officials discuss wireless plans for the town hall and flood boat hires, with updates on the Forbes water supply and local golf notes highlighting players and results.
The Coleman pantomime troupe announces a new season starting Monday at West In their Ne canvas, featuring Aarant plays, minature acts, and the return of notable performers including Jon Hooks, Milly Genge, and Vintat Mae. The program promises a mix of pantomimes, new and old, with audience favorites and novelty acts.
The alomec evening tendered to Miss Bile Bile at Town Hall was postponed due to inclement weather. It will now be held on May in the Drill Hall with arrangements to be announced.
A warning signals a large party of thieves and rusefuls planning to descend on Porbes during Show Week. Police acknowledge difficulty identifying all criminals while urging public caution as theater events are promoted with reservations and tickets.
Obituary notes the death of Mr dO Am Anreon of Forbes after a recent illness at his York Street home in Sydney. The piece lists surviving relatives, including Mrs Anderson’s family, J G the Bayl’s footballer, and others. Funeral arrangements were at Cofli’s Mortuary Chambers, with interment at England Cemetery South MeW, conducted by Rev J J Cherry. Bereaved families and many wreaths mark the service.
The Town Improvement Committee reports progress on Forbes orchard conversion and a large tree-planting program across North rele Parke Tintiye Buwet Dewting Survet and Jono Street Me Menghor. It notes 404 trees in North rele Parke, 21 My Byodorivk 3, and involvement from Dr. Brook, Mr. Sweet, and others, with Council funds allocated and a forthcoming amateur woodwork competition judged by Nicolas and four interviews planned.
A garbled report from Forties and Chatriet Hospital notes staff and patient updates. It mentions Nurse Duchaiel off duty, a paralytic stroke case, and several staff movements. Names include Mr Re Mallee, Mr GG A Binit, and Mr J Baker. The text references a two months holiday, show week activities, and convalescence in local hospitals.
A fragmented tip list from Kensington racing notes includes references to the 140 handicap and Flying Handicap events. Mentions Sydney venues, horses such as Bora Chile Baton Blue Grey Habit and Par Marilio, with divisions and distances noted in unclear order.
A damaged OCR note shows Mr A Muttenwhaw and Mf LAA contesting bulk wheat truck requirements. The Department of Public Works cites Railway Commissioners on wagon stock and AHPRMAT rules, detailing eight months with optional periods and ongoing delays.
A telegram from Sydney notes a move toward joint nomination of governors, while Victoria backs existing practice of appointing English governors. In Canberra, cabinet discussions target constitutional reform and upper house appointments. A committee will review all nominations for feasibility and sport support.
In a recent selection meeting, 90 electors chose incoming senior members to the campus board. Nominees Noble land Miuinett were noted, while Barndey and Taylor faced unopposed defeat as the vote concluded.
Fragmented OCR text from a Sydney bulletin shows garbled references to the federal Parliament at Canberra and a Sydney wool sale. Names and specifics are unreadable, leaving the main event unclear and the report heavily obscured by errors.
Fragmentary OCR text mixes place names and unclear phrases with no discernible event or entities to summarize into a valid news item. No coherent facts or identifiable people, organizations, or dates are present.
The Sele Government in Sydney considers unemployment insurance with a plan to assist workers. Details are tentative with proposals for allowances, but the final decision and conditions remain undecided amid a tense policy debate.
A garbled advertisement lists screenings and stars including Pauline Gayon and Larry Simon, with titles like No Wedding Bells for Him and Manhattan. It notes Show Week pictures at The Strand and Olympia, and mentions Bathegate promotions and wheat market updates about New York, Brook and Colsl, with expected shipments and capacity orders for November.
The Trundle Jockey Club hosted a two day race meeting Saturday and Monday. A large crowd attended as committees reported progress in remodeling facilities. The meeting featured paddock openings, new buildings, and multiple races with winners listed in detail for the Baddling Paddock, Flying, and Open Handicaps.
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