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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 27, 1912
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR lists September 11 Forbes events with rail and meadow activities. Mentions Gardner Adgerabong Burrawong and 7.40 pm times, plus W. V. Thomson and Meadowbants. Lacks complete details or clear narrative.
Fragmentary notice shows Firat Lich of Shave 18 0 issued. no advertisement booked. DF Standing Advertisements by arrangement. SROWNHILE BROS, Pronsleto listed.
The article surveys a contentious plan for agricultural prizes and exhibition rules. It notes exhibitors from various regions and nations, questions about judging by professionals, and potential reforms to class structures and patronage while urging careful revision of the prize framework.
Discussion questions whether the prize exhibit brings educational value to society and may divert funds from other competitions. A suggestion favors a Kensrul approach discussed at the annual meeting of the Ls Fores Society to broaden support and clear priorities.
The article comments on the Australian seven, praising leaders like Gregory and Anstey while noting rival strengths and weaknesses. It discusses players such as Thindstey Milcnuitney Feet Foway and Bevere Bevere and references substitutions and expected outcomes amid a period of favorable weather.
Notes describe a public works event with the Cambridge team visiting a local area. Mentions attendees including Mr C S MacPullluniye and Mrs Lynn, with weather and crowds noted. Reports reference transportation, motor cars, and a sequence of activities over September 21 and 22 with various speakers and observations.
Mosse and Rosebank horse events headline a busy Parkes and Forbes period with Rosebank winning twenty pools at Trundle and a Dia show run. Local business notices seek buyers for watches while Parkes and Forbes police report injuries and court actions amid a flood of ads and public notices.
The notice explains that a new land tax return is due this year even if a return was filed previously. It states returns must be made to the Federal Tax Authority on or before August 1. Failure to file can incur a 100 penalty.
A local Ashburnham assembly records intense discussion over candidates Mersis A Grima and I P Nobis with factional lines forming on Liberal versus Labor loyalties. The piece notes support for or against the Tivsapios renewal and hints at campaign platform contrasts and party association dynamics.
A government committee plans to hear evidence on extending the railway from Canawiniten to Gugowrawk and to consider the route from Lath to Ath during an upcoming session. The Public Works Committee will gather testimony on the project while Members of Parliament await schedules and allocate time for witnesses.
A popular entertainment night at Brook's Pictures drew strong audience approval as Mister Solomon won the £1 prize, with Master Gao as ally. An upcoming programme at the fortnight show includes hockey matches on skates, with Parkes players visiting Forbes on Thursday and Orange folk visiting Saturday. The roster features a mix of comedies and dramas from Jack and Hughes and other acts, plus a 200 foot feature.
Reports say St Lawrence's Church congregation has agreed on financing for a new presbytery building. Funds will come from a local bank with agreed terms, clearing the way for construction. Arrival of workers and site arrangements proceed, with initial work expected soon.
The piece notes the induction of Rev Gardner to the rectorship of Sir John’s Church Forkes and mentions the departure of the Rev Harald Wolfer. It records reactions from those who knew Mr Wondyer and cites plans around university examinations and local civic events in Sydney and Bou.
The planned Nhe Anatradla versus Canutt contest was abandoned with no play in the Uni match. No action occurred or outcomes recorded due to the cancellation of the event.
The article lists several mixed doubles matches with teams like Walsh and Mary Worth beating Gheel Ang and Mye Booth 7 H. Savage and Miss Stephenson defeated Sut tor and Ales Burke, plus multiple close scores such as 75-74 and 75-08, as well as other pairs including Ritchie with Miss Baldorke and Valdorke with Ward.
A special general meeting of Forbes Camera Club discussed the M'Cochrane trophy entry criteria. Members Curry and Fol motioned for the trophy to be awarded under strict conditions, detailing exhibit themes and judging rules.
fragmented OCR text shows Forbes Rifle Club activities with unclear dates and names. references to a Tower Shooter incident and a mixed schedule including a Wednesday event, but many proper nouns are garbled, leaving uncertainty about participants and outcomes.
Reports indicate the Forbes Harriers Club held a meeting to plan a sequence of events at a Sydney ground this week. The program includes hurdle and sprint tests featuring athletes such as Mr Punpeceorn and Mr Grinland, with officials preparing for a postponed 120 yard event and nominations in a forthcoming relay.
Telegraphic update from Melbourne indicates a Panam Canal topic will be litigated if the government brings it to Parliament this week. Details are terse and the debate hinges on administrative effects.
In Mulvaurde on Tuesday, reports indicate the Federal Government intends to introduce a maternity bonus. The plan aims to aid families with postnatal support as a key element of early welfare policy.
A silver lode was discovered about 42 miles from Condobolm and is described as the richest and most remarkable silver discovery to date. The report notes it could yield substantial ore and attract attention from mining interests.
A derailed incident in Melbourne District yesterday involved a confrontation over a Bible that was reportedly kissed before being destroyed. An eyewitness described the event as chaotic and inflammatory.
The NSW population in Sydney for June end stood at 1,729,645 with a small uptick of 8,140 noted in another section. The report combines Sydney figures with the broader New South Wales totals and mentions traceable changes in the population data.
A person died by self harm after being found unconscious in a suburb near Melbourne. Authorities reported discovery by residents, with the body found in a dwelling and investigations underway into the circumstances surrounding the incident.
A blaze swept through a church in Perth today, leaving it heavily damaged. Fire crews battled the flames as investigators began outlining potential causes for the destructive event in Western Australia.
Fragmented notes describe global unrest and obscured events from London and Sydney to Asia and the Middle East. References include political upheaval, trade disruptions, religious tensions, and calls for reform as various nations react to international strife.
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