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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 20, 1928
Page
1
Mr John Fisher of London and Mr D J Kone of Orange offer eye care visits in Forbes. Vandenberg Hotel hosts consulting rooms, with appointments possible at Kripton’s Pharmacy. Forbes visit dates include August 22 and August 25 with two weeks between visits.
A betting episode unfolds as a bookmaker loses £400 after a wager on rain during a race day. A committee insured against rain for 10 pounds per head, contingent on 15 points of rain. The event proceeds with 17 rain events before the race starts, but the weather clears and the crowd remains large for the meet.
An ad touts Moone's Emerald Oil as a quick remedy for rheumatic pains claiming deep penetration and rapid relief. It asserts the product softens misery with first applications and urges buyers to see noticeable comfort soon, praising chemists for stocking it.
A large local gathering watched a hard fought football game between Bribbaree and Grenfell teams with a draw at 2 all. Visitors from the neighboring town impressed. Monteagle to host again for the Cup, while hockey girls provided entertainment. Community notes include church bells, garden plots, tours, new cars, and a railway weighbridge issue with the Area Commissioner promising attention.
Knapton's Pharmacy Forbes advertises Gough Lindtus cough remedy promising relief for coughs and throat irritation. The brief notice emphasizes availability at Knapton's Drugstore and encourages readers to seek relief with the product.
Mia delegates attended a Hospital Carnival meeting Friday night with nominations for the Very Man competition led by H A Heddle and J Johnteoteen. The committee discussed holiday timing, public festivities, and sport event planning including a varied programme of races and exhibitions with prizes and decor.
An old advertisement promotes Phosphated Trem tablets as a cure for nervous indigestion. It claims tablets support nerves, ease stomach upset, restore appetite, and improve concentration, advising regular use with meals or when feeling depressed. It touts strength, courage, and steady nerves as outcomes.
Condobolin’s annual show opened with a record turnout for the Society. Exhibits featured cattle, sheep, horses, and vegetables, with a large pavilion and numerous side shows drawing crowds. Notable attendees included local residents and visitors enjoying displays of flowers, preserves, and handicrafts.
An opinion by public safety officials criticizes Prohibition for increasing moonshine use and teen injuries. The wording cites enforcement failures and warns that illicit liquor harms the young, urging reconsideration of current law.
A company representative visited the town on an ongoing basis, noting a long history of regular visits spanning multiple years.
An article reprinted from the Sun recalls Day and Martin a once dominant boot polish firm that faded after ceasing advertising. It credits neglecting to read adverts and ignoring new wax and turps polishes, noting 75 percent of subscribers stay up to date by reading ads in this paper.
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