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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 19, 1919
Page
4
Austen A. Prattley reports on a peculiar rabbit skins trade, detailing efforts to secure best quality pelts and mentions of agents, dealers, and the market outlook. The narrative covers attempts to source prime skins, unexpected rejections, and a plan to lead the trade in station production.
An article by KN Carputiers for Forbes Advocate surveys global wheat supply trends with emphasis on Russia Romania Argentina and the United States. It discusses world production and imports, European demand, and possible price movements with forecasts for next year and three-year averages. It notes Australia and Britain roles and warns of bread supply risks in Europe without strong wheat output.
Austen and Pratley provide their contact at Rankin Street Forbes, with phone number 256. The brief notice records a local business address and telephone reference for readers seeking a connection or inquiry.
A fragment from a misread poem line appears in the OCR, mentioning a purse, theft, and wealth but with garbled wording and spelling, showing unclear source context and attribution.
A public notice states that Arto ut Brough, Monumental Mason of Lachlan Street Forbes, claims slanderous accusations undermine his ability to perform work. Legal action will be pursued against any person or persons making such statements. The notice asserts the high standard of workmanship and materials of his firm against competitors in New South Wales.
Owing to the high price of commodities the ideal tea rooms announce meals at all hours. Meals will be served over the counter in the main room. Wedding and ambler arrangements to be made to order on hostess basis. In town.
Ale next to Meagher's on Lachlan Street near Allen Hobe tate with contact phone 243 for booking or inquiries.
A report on a Forbes DP and H Associations committee meeting held Saturday listing attendees such as Laidlaw Duna Bewley Weaver Hudeek Speck Shaw and others. The secretary and members discussed taxation issues subscriptions drought delays and transport options for a forthcoming conference with Dubbo Norher Narromine and policy shifts. proceedings adjourned with thanks to Laidlaw and a note on funds raised and promised.
Scores posted at the Tocariffa range on Bat day show several shooters reaching 200 and LA1 yards as many return for their first appearance. The results hint at promising marksman ship with hopes for large attendance on shooting days and the September Trophy competition starting.
The Station Sites Board led by Chairman Hutchison plans an inspection trip from Sydney to survey Wilka and Ingowra rail stations including Nyrane Creek and Goolagong. Officials from Canowindra and neighboring associations will meet to discuss funding as next estimates consider the Camowindia Bucowre line. The move signals ongoing efforts to advance Canowindra Mugowra railway construction.
An old line promotes Fesq & Co. Ltd Victory Rum claiming nearly seventy-five years of experience. The copy touts purity and benefits, urging daily use and storage at home as a safeguard and “reviver” in need, with availability in hotels and spirit stores.
The notice advertises wheat scrip sales by R. P. Grinsted of Lachlan Street Forbes. It calls buyers to engage at full rates and to contact the agent for correspondence.
A damaged OCR fragment describes a quick and lively cure, a person waking up feeling tired, unable to work, and needing to go home after taking a few doses.
A fragmentary ad describes obtaining a chemical product. Mentions price 2/6 and sources like a chemist or store. Also references direct from a tanker and places tied to a chemist in a historical context. Not all terms are fully legible.
E Bingham and Co auctioneers advertise general commission services with all branches handling insurance work. Stock and property listed on application. The note appears to be a fragment indicating services and contact.
The Union Hotel announces new proprietorship by D H Ingram with Dr J, AJ Kelly overseeing first class up to date accommodations. Emphasizes best in every department and special attention to country travelers. Replates with every convenience and modern conveniences.
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