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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 27, 1920
Page
6
Bob Jones announces he has taken over the Bogan Gate Hotel and will run it with Best Lines Special Cuisine. The hotel offers all liquors true to label and top accommodation for the travelling public. Bob Jones, Proprietor. Commission Agent.
A fragmented notice notes J Matheson claiming takeover of the Post Office Hotel in Eugowra from a predecessor. The text mentions lodging for travelers and hints at financial or management concerns with alleged fraud and mistrust in the hospitality upgrade.
From Our Own Correspondents notes upcoming Wamboyne football on Saturday and inter State representation praise. Describes Pat Puggeratl and other players, local clippings, and community events including concerts and convent activities tied to the period.
A reader notes caterpillars affect herbage with little damage this season. Weather conditions appear mild, aiding plant health while pest impact remains limited. Experts urge monitoring and targeted control to prevent potential outbreak.
From our correspondent the Warenderry visiting team defeated Goulseng by score details noted. The report lists numerous players and matchups with final tallies across several events. Cloudy showery weather followed with a forecast of possible flood and a forthcoming annual cricket meeting on Friday the 27th. Enthusiasts are urged to attend Forbes events as weather and conditions threaten activities.
A lively Condobolin column comments on welcome rain promising a good harvest, local protests over working hours and shearers, sheep sales to South Africa, show visits impeded by slow trains, a successful euchre party aiding the memorial fund, and rumors of street improvements and electric light plans. The writer wryly notes enduring public appetite for reform and ongoing district concerns.
Bedgerabong reports ongoing wet weather with about two inches of rain and the threat of floods as winds shift southerly. Residents canceled Forbes show trips while a Friday night concert drew an eager crowd despite the conditions. Local news notes recovery for Mr. W Rogers and hospital cases, plus race club meeting and a football match where Bedgerabong beat Cimming 27 to 1.
Weather across the week shows a cool start with three to four days of sultry heat to follow. Edna Hood sustains a minor fall but recovering. Parkes show attendance via special train noted as silos nearing wheat harvest. Derriwong loses the Filercamp Challenge Cup to Bogan Gate twenty six nil with Gannon and Wild among scorers. Condobolin to face Bogan Gate in a final. Sergeant G Hood honored at a Monday night social. turnout steady despite rough weather.
Local notes report favorable spring weather with two inches of rain and a heavier fall possible. Town building activity continues with property changes including Porches Adveunt's purchase and plans for new construction. Sales include Hicken moving to Bralney, Wickey selling farm assets, and a public auction scheduled near Eogewen. A football match ended in a three all draw with refereeing satisfaction. Parkes show success for W. G. Childe and Royal M'Cormack. W. Webater ill but hoped to recover. R. B. Douglas held a clearing sale at Springthorp for G. K. Milner. horses and machinery sold well.
The Trundle Stores General Merchants have opened in their new up to date premises in the heart of Trunds. The move signals expanded stock and improved facilities for shoppers in the town center.
J J Kelly formerly of Union Hotel Trundle takes over the Railway Hotel Bogan Gate and invites old and new friends to call. Proprietor J J Kelly extends a cordial welcome and promises hospitality.
Stock and property particulars on application advertised by local agents for the Northern Assurance Company covering fire hail stones live stock and accident insurance.
Lane y rie announces ownership takeover of the long established Eugowra hotel from C L Morton. The house will run on the best lines with top brands in wine and spirits, good table, and ample stabling for travellers. Proprietor Louis Boece to oversee operations.
New Car for Hire. Oil petrol and all motor accessories stocked. Agencies Dalgetty & Co. and Gas Engines Wolseley Shearing Machines Atlas Assurance Co. Life Fire Crop etc B and B Cycles and Motors Fortescue IXL Windmills. Motor and cycle repairs carried out.
Mr Beckett and guests heard eulogies for Sergeant Hood and his wife as the usual medal for returned men was presented and pinned by his wife. The National Anthem ended the program with singing and dancing to follow in a supper hosted by the ladies. The note confirms Sergeant Hood married in England and extends a hearty welcome to his wife and twins.
LES HOAD acts as representative for the Farmers and Gingfern's Cooperative Grain Insurance Company Limited with broader agency authority for wheat buying produce wool and insurance covering all business classes. Orders are being booked for coming harvest needs including twine corn bucks wool packs oil and related items. He represents Sunshine Machinery and the Victorian Fertiliser Association.
The Woombie Hotel announces a new ownership arrangement stating the proprietor will restrict offerings to beer spirits and hops to attract fair patronage. The notice emphasizes strict policy and public interest in the management.
The Trundle Hotel announces reopening to the public offering full accommodations including Geet Liquors and Good Table services with modern comforts under E. L. Jones management.
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