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Newspaper
Forbes Advocate
Location
Forbes, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 30, 1912
Page
4
Postings show church services at 11 a.m and 7:80 p.m led by Rev A J Garduen and Rev W Thonlwon. Names include Soikeerabome and Thirawone with location mentions Mendowlun and Bugawern.
August 20 at Sue Draper’s Private Hospital the wife of O. M. Taylor, a son born.
A sincere thanks goes to Mr Patterson and friends for kindness shown at Forbes Hospital during a recent illness. The note expresses appreciation to the nursing staff and others who supported the writer, mentioning the May date in a brief acknowledgement.
A garbled town page lists a Forbes Failway League meeting in the town wall. It notes public works items, a teacher at Manx Corners under charges, a forthcoming Inver Hightion, rail timetable changes to Grenfell, and upcoming sales and advertisements by local figures. It mentions Mr A Y A Holman may attend, and various business notices from Geo Cousins and W Wheatley.
Aut anonmarig soe Wweter the fale General Bayh will be held uty Sunday, Septeumber tet ab pull In the Lown Will, Mayor Abertay Bat wails will ques Thi cantresa rion, fad npiranrstic hymns will he awe. This miontine will be inErected by wn bien wt niketing ab thy monument in Lachinstridt, we 2 yd. Appr place enlenun usuals 46111 probably be Hoadapod by the Forhor town: fans Toying by thir Inauense congregi dons everywhere, a large crowds expeeted. In reapeet to such a nuhle ite Mare welcome:
In Weduralay the event faced unpleasant weather and low turnout, yet scores were fair. Saturday shooters are reminded of their next shoot for Messrs Margrave. Two Angers, 34st Angus, and local entries like Sime Puckand’s hoplites are mentioned among vague notes and placements.
Rolling rain continues with high water levels in the Lacktm River reaching 26 feet above its bank. Authorities warn of rising flood conditions as rainfall persists and water movement remains heavy.Temperatures stay mild with strong southerly winds, and the forecast points to more unsettled weather and possible relief in days ahead.
Letter from Gunn critiques the Advocate for uneven reporting of a slaughtering case. He argues his slaughtering defense was misrepresented while similar charges faced others, citing water mill and well setup as factors.
A letter discusses the Bursaries Endowment Act amid Liberal selection for Ashe, criticizing calls to repeal and arguing for secular education while defending Catholic views. The writer cites Archbishop Kelly and Dr Carroll, condemning the label secular partisan tactics and urging focus on education policy and fair treatment of denominations.
The Convent of Marty Forbes reports results from recent musical examinations. Seniors including Miss Ann Amayers and Miss Irene Puntohy earned honors, with multiple students in intermediate and minor divisions achieving high marks. Preparators and preparatory students also posted commendable performances amid a crowded program.
A large welcome gathering at the Forbes town hall greeted the Rev A Gardner and his wife as Forbes parishioners and officials praised their arrival. Local clergy and dignitaries spoke of support for his ministry while plans for a church hall and rectory improvements were discussed and a formal induction followed later in the service.
A busy Tuesday at Tieivk's Pictures featured an excellent program headlined by The crime and the criminal with strong audience approval. Also shown was Quote and Higsles, plus a notably odd entry described as a yellowed, “the best dog” feature. Admission paid by Dorn Webb and Master Gaen soy, with piekawns planned for the night.
The Wandary area prepares for wool shearing with sheds rising and wool consignments planned for Wan d ary Fatate. M r Mane ros handles contract shearings while 4000 sheep remain. Weather has hindered work as M'Innes Bros move to Butung Wongujong Phinnele Bunke Bunnir and Yarraville. Wool in early yards resists release from skin amid drought. A review at Mr Thornton's farm occurred Friday.
The death occurred Wednesday of Mir Charles M Dowell an all resident of Forbes aged 77. He resided with Sir Smith near Highorneil's Bridge before death. The funeral was held at the Presbyterian church with burial at Use Preybytortian portion of thin Poumelery. Lie Bek J M Dowell conducted the burial service. Prior to the funeral service a ceremony was held at Mrs Shilth's residence. The remains were carried out by Mr Wi Bi Luthie.
Melbourne telegraph item notes proposed federal electorates to be suggested today. It lists New South Wales provisional tally at ABG/7H4 with an apparent increase of 262,400. The report is brief and reads as a late Friday dispatch from the federal election coverage.
In Federal Parliament Melbourne reports show Dr Muleney moving to suppress certain newspaper writing and treasury reports. The debate was adjourned with discussion on the relevance of butter price inflation and related topics postponed.
The four company soldiers resign amid dispute over rudimentary star provision and lack of upkeep funding. The move follows widespread discontent with military support and planning, with resignations signaling broader tensions in Sydney.
Sir Harford, a resident of the vatall aster butchers association, told the Food Commission yesterday that Wh bur cent, as he ment sold in Sydney with not fit foy uma consumption.
Sydney dispatch reports Mr Withim's exclud ing the Daily Telegraph from Parliament drew surprise among MPs. Mr Gowwn claimed the Speaker caused him distress with recent views, while Mr Wade accused unilateral arrogance and cited unnamed con squences.
Fragmentary notes suggest a Friday discussion involving Mr Cann and Bynes over loan matters. The unclear text references the Agent General and an urgent caution about a game or team, with no certain conclusion.
Snow blanketed many regions yesterday causing travel delays and school closures. Report notes heavy falls in Sydney and Atlanta area while new law courts project faces delays. officials consider impact on local routines and court operations.
Fragmentary report hints at a high court matter involving an individual named Fisher. Details are unclear due to garbled OCR text and missing context. No definitive dates or affiliations can be confirmed from the available fragment.
Timverson leads in a billiards match against Lindrum as the score climbs toward 24 000 points amid an extended session. Lindrum trails with 14 405 points in this high scoring contest.
Telegram style notes describe protests against a British bill, naval movements to Nicaragua, and unrest across regions including Turkey and the Austro-Hungarian sphere. The text mentions oil concerns, revolutions, and various military maneuvers with unclear dates and fragmented place names.
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