Forbes Race Meeting Brings Record Attendance at Jockey Club Day
Favored weather drew about 2,000 spectators to Forbes Jockey Club racing yesterday. Racing featured strong fields and record crowds, with results across multiple races including the First Hurdle, President’s Handicap, and Maiden Handicap. Capeyllene won the President’s Handicap in a tight finish, while Brayline captured the First Maiden Handicap and Red Heart led in Show Handicap. A second day report will follow with further results.
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Forbes Jockey Club
Forbes
McPhillamy
Davis
R. A. Firth
Heddick
Wanted twelve experienced saleswomen for railway towns
Employment notice seeking twelve experienced saleswomen for large railway towns. Salary £4 3s 6d per week plus commission. Splendid opportunity for enthusiastic, ambitious women. Apply by letter with copies of references to Head Office, Gilpin Ltd, Udelwa Street, East Malvern.
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Udelwa Street
East Malvern
Gilpin, Ltd
Bexley Boys Return To Forbes Strand Theatre
The well known Bexley Boys, who have visited Forbes before, perform Tuesday evening next the 28th mat in the Strand Theatre. This may be their last Forbes appearance, so a large audience should attend. The program includes human pyramids brass band items part singing elocution and gymnastical display.
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Bexley
Forbes
Strand Theatre
Forbes Jubilee Show Draws Diverse Visitors and Notables
Forbes Jubilee Show attracts many ex residents and notable figures including Mr. Jan Baker and Miss Toner from Myrtleford, Ms. Kathleen Kelly, and local leaders like Mr. W. T. Gilchrist. Attendees recount fifty years since the first Forbes Show, with memories from Mrs. J. Wallace and others. The report notes blessings and misfortunes, including a lost purse and wedding plans, along with literary mentions and local advertisements.
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Jan, Baker
Miss Toner
Myrtleford
Victora
Forbes
W. T. Gilchrist
Forbes F
A. & H. Asselation
Forbs Rugby League Meeting Delayed to Next Sunday
A parsed record states a Forbs Rugby League meeting to discuss setting up the women’s team was postponed after an attempted vote. The plan now is to reconvene next Sunday to address the question and finalize arrangements.
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Epecia
Forbs Rugby Rootlel League
Heye Weed Weld
Almigat
Conadus
Dei
Outback rider Alick Harlow to showcase herd and animals
Outback Australia figure Alick Harlow, previously seen in Forbes, returns Monday September 24 with a team including Trough riders buckjumping horses donkies and mules and high jumping dogs and horses. A purse of 10 pounds awaits anyone who can air Raven the noted outlaw for 30 seconds in a hunting sad die.
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Alick Harlow
Forbes
Raven
Dog Poisoning at Forbes Provokes Outcry
A Forbes community report describes repeated dog poisonings, including Geo Morrow's prize fox terrier bitch. The piece condemns the practice, notes many stray dogs are killed, and urges police action to deter offenders and stabilize the area.
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Forbes
Jimmy Sharman's Boxing Troupe Returns to Town
Jimmy Sharman's touring stadium returns after years away and becomes the main sideshow draw. The crowd enjoyed the bouts, notably the clash between Tommy Murphy labeled the Lemora Terror and a Parkes heavyweight, with Murphy earning the £30 prize after a referee decision by Mr. J. Hill. The promoter promises a hearty welcome for the next tour stop.
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Jimmy Sharman
Lemora
Tommy Murphy
Parkes
Murphy
J. Hill
Tano
Hospital Show Ball Boosts Town Charities
The P A and H Association donated the town hall and supper room to the hospital for a dance last Wednesday. Over 120 couples attended as Moore and Cripps orchestra led a lively program on a crowded floor. Decorations by Mr and Mrs W F Brits impressed guests. Supper was excellent and the event is expected to raise over 460 pounds for the hospital.
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P., A, and H. Association
Moore and Cripps
W. F. Brits
Jubilee smoke social draws record crowd at Forbes show
A Jubilee smoke social and concert attracted record attendance. Mr Bassett praised the visitors and the Forbes P A and H Association leader Arthur Grimm traced Forbes growth from a boundary rider, lauding the association as a district catalyst. The event showcased the pavilion, exhibitors, and a lively program with speeches, songs, and poetry. The life membership drive drew dozens to join as 433 games noted, with strong press support praised by J D Low.
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Bassett
Forbes P., A, and H. Association
Arthur Grimm
M.L.A
Commonwealth
Forbes
Great ¢ Pense
Show Society
Gilchrist
J. J. Newell
Alec Glibriet
Mr. Bowen
Queen of the Earth
Toostla
Jimmy Bryant
Messrs Law
Roberta
Aubrey Robinson
Grimm
Jack Moses
Gundagal
Moses
Millicens
Messrs
John Meagher &O
T. D. Newell
C. A. Coles
J. J. Sweeney
T. Braysenr
T. Bray Junr
J. F. Hammond
Wens
W. Pavey
J. E. Larnach
D. Dassett
H W, Thatcher
J.J. Newell
A. H. Read
Reg Coward
J. G. Beddle
Tom Cavey
J. F. Fowler
Nell McFhillamy
W. T. Gu.christ
Ram
Williams
B. J
C. Speck
R. Speck
T. A. Ga
J. D. Low
Mr. Low
Sudden Death of Woman Cook at Clu House Hotel
The coroner's inquest into the death of Joycephine Theresa Hickey, a cook at the Clu House Hotel on Rankin Street, heard evidence that she died likely from heart failure accelerated by tobacco use. Postmortem showed diseased heart and organs. room filled with tobacco stubs and strong smell. Police noted she was wife of Mr Hickey of Trundle. The inquiry adjourned to 9 am tomorrow.
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Joucephine Theresa Hickey
Clu House
Rankin Street
W. T. Gilchrist
Ddward
Patrick McDonnell
Corone
Constable Dunn
Coustyhin Chirsten
Cub Lions Show Off After Circus Births Triplets
Three baby cubs born to a lion and lioness at Sole Bros' circus before being devoured by the mother. The remaining cubs and parents drew crowds in the tent on Wednesday after arrival.
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Bela Ti
Forbes
Sole Bros’ Circus
Triplela
Kerera
Central City Sports Meet Opens With Free Admission
The Central City rotting club will hold its show meeting tomorrow with the first race set for 12.30 pm. Ladies enter free as spectators. Harry Glasson, owner of Black Burr and Jim Murillo, rejected a 600 guineas bid for the latter. Chiefian King remains dominant in metropolitan company. At Richmond on Monday Fur Coat led from 6 secs third to win the Richmond Handicap, completing 14 titles at 3.6, starting at five to one and winning by four lengths.
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Ousy Boy
Will Byrnes
Evens
Roman King
Pantheon
Witt Hymes
Clay Boy
KR. Ryan
J. Ellen
Odde and Ends
Queen Belle
Murena
Dudshell
Wincarmun
Bobaly
Chippilly Girl
Your Poppo
Seal Pax
John Bray
October Lass
King Cyllene
Molly Cello
Brayline
FieGad
Dar
Rucle
Tate
E. J. Watt
McKenna
Ate
H. Cutler
Mulcahy
A. Wood
Lady Ken
Wood
Oriental Maid
Worthy John
Hill Jim
Lochable
Red Heart
Oriental Maich
Lochabie
Tote
Whittaker
Metereaundress
Querruell
Logue
Mr. W. Low
Fearnot
Spencar
Dragoon
Loch Stewart
Gorman
Gorman's Hill, 8.9, Master Wolowa
Munis
Glenanthus
Sir Gold
Northam
Ponnett
Gorman’s Hill
Grecian Sands
Authentique
Boazman
Heda
Marsden
Mr. T. Byng
Red Rogers
Watterson
Bell
Ale
Myaster
Account
Earl of Clare
Central City Rotting Club
Forbes
Harry Glasson
Black Burr
Jim Murillo
Forbes Tutting
Chiefian King
M Metropolitan Company
Richmond
Fur Coat
Eugowra Show and local sports notes for Forbes district
Raceday details for Eugowra show on Thursday September 27 with nominations closing Friday September 21 to Secretary H. Morton. Webb trophy final round and championship progress noted. Forbes Bull at Forbes weekend game. Associates also involved. Jubilee Show branding, shoe store ads, and influenza remedy mentioned.
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Eugowra
H. Morton
Forbes
Associates
aMeer
McDade
Smart
Best Veluec
Marshall, Hansman
Whybrow
Best Makers
Tribute Toasts Mark Social Help For Progressive Movement
Representatives from the local press including the Sydney Morning Herald Sydney Mail Stock and Station Journal and others attended and praised the press for aiding the progressive movement Mr Vince Kelly Forbes Advocate and Mr Thompson Stock and Station Journal responded The last toast honored the President and Secretary with strong enthusiasm Mr Gilchrist thanked former Secretary Mr Austen for substantial prior support A silent toast remembered three long-serving Association members N A Gatenby J H Bates and L J McLean.
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Sydney Morning Herald
Sydney Mail
Stock and Station Journal
Vince Kelly
The
Forbes Advocate
Thompson
Gilchrist
Mr. Austen
Association
Meassra N. A. Gatenby
J. H. Bates
L. J. McLean
Grenfell Show and memorial plans dominate local news
Old time Grenfell events include booth and race sales at the show with Frazer Beasley and Miles purchasing stalls. Aged resident Mrs. Gillam dies at 82. School staffing, marriages, bowling club, and band uniforms feature amid memorial tower and nurse quarters funding talks. Jockey Club show entries promise large horse participation for upcoming events.
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Jas. Frazer
Exchange Hotel
A. B. Beasley
Frazer
Miles
Sarah Gillam
Grenfell and District
Weddin
Brundal
A. McDonald
Eileen Stoneham
Bimbi
M Alroy
Grenfell
Leslie BE
Purdie
Bogolong
Mary Margaret Ticehurst
Moore
Young Bowling Club
Inet Meating
Martin
Young
Uae
Young Band
John Taylor
Geo. Cousins
Grenfel
Iim
Drury
Cousins
Oakes
E. H. Farrar
Bribaree
J. W. Byrne
F. R. Sweeney
Va. J. Cruise
Church of England Club
Happy Valley
Bualdrie
Presbyterian Club
Holy Trinity Club
Grenfell Bowling Club
A. Kamp
R. Bolton
Greenethorpe
Crawford
Rochfort
A. Hardman
Grenfell Jockey Club
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Massey Harris
Keane & Butler
Goose Green
Templar 3
W. Robinson
Forbes Literary Institute
Jean Garnsby
Condobolin Road
White Mount
North Hill
A. Black
Local Land Board
Crown Lands
Frank P. Brown
Pascoe
Broderick
Brock
Templar Street
Sir Peso
Zirlan
Poppy's Son
Kind Heart
Sure Catch
Tungaten
Bill Rogers
Beaumagne
Capeyllene
Zirian
Kingcraft
Mr. A. Glover
Grayline
Howard
J. Mace
Crobers
Mr. B. Veech
Spencer
Dunmoogin
Austen & Pratley
Shire OF
Jemalong
Forbes-Burra- Wong Road
Cotton's Hill
T. Lozell
Presbyterian Church Notices
the Rock Foundation
Rm Daisy Park
Rg, Cruikshank
Grinsted
Metropolitan Hotel
E. J. Hooper
Daroobalgic
M. G. Haydon
A.H.C
Sydney
Bexley Boys
Constable
Bedgerabong
Greg, McGirr
P. M. McGirr
M.L.C
Jack
Fack
Robinson
Thees
WE. Luthie
Cremorne
Stuart Gordon
Cudal
Alfred Stokes
Penrith
W. Bauert
Roseville
A. T. Barry
Gee, Cabot
Mra Trainer
Albert Heyde
Mer, Chas, Curry
Mir
T. H. Peasley
Mitchell
Trundle
Windsor
Mr. Wm
Kathleen Kelly
Eileen
Albert Mayer
Dixon
Mra
J. B., Rand
Kujong, Forbes
Woods
O. Buckland
Outback
Australia
St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church
W. I. Britt
Hill
Acret
Hicvey
Jof Trundle
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