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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 23, 1921
Page
3
Forbes Shaw opens today with strong show dedication from Parker district residents. Officials hail a record exhibit growth, noting 2000 entries across cattle sheep and crafts, while rain dampened early setup but not expectations for a record crowd and brisk sales at Penner's stand.
Aldermen debated the Forbes cemetery condition after reports of rabbits and burrows near graves. Officials considered a paternal inspection by the Council, with plans to fund repairs and address unauthorized burials and maintenance gaps.
An article describes T A Barton Bricklayer promoting a boxing and physical culture show featuring Snowy and a roster of athletes, boxers and entertainers. It highlights the venue near Abbot Street North Hill and the opening event at Porbes Wodey with stars like Boony and notable fighters listed as part of the act.
Andy Morgan announces the public notice of his bid to take over Biruly’s Bakery on Rurality Street. He seeks trust support, steady work, and public backing to ensure continuity, viability, and a smooth transition for customers and staff.
Messas Ha Barraclough Ltd in Sydney Melbourne and New Zealand invites applicants for professional positions. The event runs Tuesday September 6 from 10 am to 6 pm at Albion Mint. Candidates must hold London University diplomas and relevant credentials. roles require experience and capability to meet the job heat and cure demands.
Forbes Garrihal presents a week of varied entertainments with a high order programme including a Town Hall show on Wednesday night and performances Thursday Friday Saturday. Highlights feature Forbes Fun and the Bin Theatre with Pillip Button's Open-air stage and a proposed Stereamp Cup.
Potts Point hosted a Sunday tennis card featuring men and ladies doubles and mixed doubles. Notable results include Hudson and Ly Hvors beating Dunn and W. MKay 18 1. Tooley and Collis defeated Read and Wilt 2 0. Fuge and Toohey beat Doyle and HL Shepherd. Potts Point finished with 7 sets and 66 games, Suntevale 18 sets, with overall strong play across divisions.
An advertisement touts Shen tal from a New York laboratory as a potent skin beautifier and grey hair solution. It claims to restore youth, whiten skin, reduce wrinkles, and remove grey hair with a single application, promising lasting effects and convenient use for both men and women.
Pigeon match scheduled for Saturday August 27 at the Gun Club ground. Event notes include 16m1 sharp timing and a guaranteed purse in the Muncy area. Doubly Nomination entries and prize amounts listed as 60 and 42/6.
Show Herd Bulls Moore Brooke and Co. offer by public auction on Wednesday August 4 at 10 30 AM at Farbex Showground. Instructed by SM MauPhile Lamy, Eas., to sell on draft day. Cows, heifers, and white cow stock bred by T Mooney Bag with fees.
An advertisement touts a cough mixture claimed to ease colds bronchitis asthma and whooping cough. It explains preparation by boiling water and notes price ranges from 2 shillings to over a pound depending on quantity with claims of superior effect and mentions opticians in the ad.
A garbled OCR recap lists Showy Flynn as premier showman of Australia proposing a boxing match card. Names include Jack Shatie, Chauwylon Woodcutter, Sandy M'Vral, Burt McCarthy, Victoris, Leary, A Porec, and Jack Ucasey with scattered locations and a proposed bout structure.
In a brief notice from the Forbes Jockey Club the admission rules are stated. The text indicates where ladies may sit or be admitted, mentioning the Grandstand and a Secretary named Moloney. The fragment hints at free seating or access conditions for ladies, though details are incomplete.
Leading Life Office fund reaches 44 million pounds as rates and bonuses are discussed. Probate and life assurance information provided by J B Tresti district travelling agent. Public notices signal financial moves and agent contact details.
The Forbes Jockey Club announces a meeting schedule change with publication from August 20 and 21. The event lists numerous attendees and firms including John Meagher Co Lid J Man non & Cos Austen Pratley Suder son G Wormnan Tav is Walth & Smith Adama Hudson BM White Cy and W Thomas J Hughes 0 Cupin 7 8 Lade Alex Minck and others.
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