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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 26, 1930
Page
2
A garbled report lists council actions on permits with names and places such as Mrs Suuann and Huron. The text is unclear, but indicates approvals and rejections for various projects, dates, and property sites.
A jumble of local notices details the Forbes Musical Society gathering led by W. J Tharvan as Charles Amos production Ne “Charley’s AMOS” planned for September 4 and October 1 2. Flemington events mention Mr Willivets Forbes and Mauden Malden, with auditions and performances across venues, plus a public youth plan at the High School.
A Dubbo council report notes Bruce Newell’s warning and many townsfolk undecided as a 1940s era cinema presentation titled The Unholy Night is advertised. The film allegedly features a true story of murder and wartime valor, with slick dialogue and dramatic staging designed to draw audiences.
Parkes narrowly beat Forbes by five points to retain the Shield after a rain affected game at Parkes. Bright play and key intercepts shaped the match with Parkes holding a late edge as conditions worsened and winds surged.
Unclear OCR reads as a faded report on a murder verdict involving a taxi driver and a key witness. Fragmentary phrases reference a defendant, a statement, and a bank robbery tie in. Names, dates, and places are garbled, but the piece notes a dramatic testimony and police involvement.
A garbled report references a Drover fined in a P. P. prosecution. Names like Al Fopling and Mr Hall appear, with unclear connections to a tank or business. The text mentions a Taher Pty group and Yury Wale On, plus an assertive claim of a 247 ppt estimate and various scattered terms, but no coherent narrative emerges.
London report details Ponsford and Bradman among top scorers as Australia reach 157 in a heavy total of 187. The text lists players like Godard, Hondman, Seabrook, Burkey and Parker with varying scores, noting notables and misprints while summarizing the Fourth Test proceedings.
Local market notes report several wicker items changing hands as vendors note shifting demand. Dealers highlight new stock arrivals and stable prices for common rattan chair sets, with buyers showing interest in durable finishes and simple designs.
Two men were fined under the Liquor Act in a court session described with limited readable details. The fragment mentions penalties linked to liquor offences and references local streets or areas, but the exact names, dates, and charges are unclear from the OCR snippet.
Fragmentary text describes a singing and dancing performance and a value revue. Mentions a venue related to Strand 40 and a performer or act named Elie. Details are garbled and uncertain.
Reports indicate a stabbing affray case titled serious charge against a defendant named Shearer. The proceedings reveal remand status with adversarial court maneuvers referenced and a requested auction-like financial figure surrounding the incident. Additional names and locale details appear fragmented in the OCR text.
Webb and others faced charges over illicit trading at the Globe Motel after hours. Witnesses described a violent disturbance with multiple men present in a rear bar area and police detailing the scene.
Forbes School observes Thrift Week with pupils and teachers participating in diversified activities on savings and frugality. Superintendent Hank Keroune promotes thrift, inviting parents and students to pledge efforts while MP 8 W Blotter from the Government Savings Bank will speak Thursday morning on opening savings accounts and related practices.
Police reported postponement of Liquor Act cases tied to a premises at the Commercial Hotel after lawful trading hours. Accused Owen Gert and others were represented by counsel as hearings were delayed due to attendance issues and a witness’s absence.
Fragmented OCR text presents a labor leader's state ment from Sydney with garbled names and unclear actions. It references political parties, government policy, and public sentiment but lacks coherent details or identifiable individuals, locations, or event dates.
Unclear OCR fragment notes a forthcoming event or book release titled Bene or Sal. Details are garbled with missing names dates and locations, making precise attribution impossible.
Readable fragments describe a local court case with references to witnesses and jurors. Names or places are unclear but hints of a verdict and dates surface amid garbled text. Additional lines mention wages, serums, and legal actions, suggesting a courtroom record with uncertain specifics.
A garbled railway of social notes records Mr TW Penaley of Camy Fill motoring to Sydney yesterday with Mrs Les Davin’s two children, a Marden departure for weekend duties, and several locals visiting Sydney and Porters Wien. The Busy schedule mentions Broadbent enjoying vacation, police court appearance, and a Hadlow convent committee gathering.
In a morning event the Rain Riveraleigh team posted 155 points with players Cueto Caudebolin Dubie Hh Orvlee Wurkow Young Maraion Ooulngma and Hesyivat tall contributing varied point totals. Mr HL Ghuan’s property noted.
An OCR excerpt hints at film showings at Talkie Theatre Wilk versa and Metro Goldwyn Mayer opens. It mentions titles like The Unholy Nien Omteorn and a program including all color visuals. The fragment includes days Monday to Thursday and a postal service note.
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